Deputy Chief Executive
CurrentWorking closely with the CE I concentrate on the internal running of the charity whilst also representing the charity at key external meetings. Building wide networks of contacts across sectors I enable the charity to flourish through both existing and new partnerships and contacts.I act as the charity’s ‘Chief of Staff’ working behind the scenes to solve problems, mediate disputes, and deal with issues before they are brought to the chief executive. As the lead for all policy development, I am responsible for our organisational values, culture and processes. Ensuring that the charities are able to attract and retain the best talent with limited resources requires careful thought about the environment, relationships and working practices in the charity.In my role as Company Secretary I ensure that charity records and reporting are up to date. Having responsibility for of all of the charity’s membership services which include grant programmes, insurance, advice and support. I am also delegated overall control and responsibility for all financial aspects of charity strategy; overseeing all budgeting, monitoring and audit processes.