Chief Executive Officer

Main Purpose of the Post The Chief Executive will have overall responsibility for all aspects of the day to day running of the RLSS and all its services. This will include management of staff and ensuring the services are meeting the needs of those who require them, in addition to managing finances, membership and external relationships. The post holder will be accountable to and work closely with the Board Chair and its Directors to set the strategic direction and further develop the business model which will serve Religious Life Groups for the future. Key Duties and Responsibilities Strategy and Leadership and Governance Provide visible, ambitious, and focused leadership of the RLSS. Be overall responsible for the management of the RLSS working in conjunction with the Chair and Directors to provide leadership. Lead and contribute to the Board''s overall development of the strategy and annual plans to ensure achievement of a One Church approach to applying the Church''s safeguarding standards. Ensure risks to the overall objectives of the RLSS are identified, mitigated, and reported to the Board. Develop a culture of resilience, adaptability, and continuous learning within the organization to navigate challenges and maintain trust among victims/survivors and members. Develop and promote services and practice improvements which are designed to mitigate risk and improve understanding within safeguarding. Effectively sustain a culture that consistently meets the needs ..... full job details .....