Deputy Chief Executive

Purpose of the role As Deputy CEO of Leeds Older People s Forum, you will play a pivotal leadership role in driving our mission to ensure older people in Leeds have the opportunities, choices and support they need to live the life they want. Working closely with the CEO, you will shape organisational strategy, influence policy and system change, and build strong partnerships with decision makers, funders and our third sector member organisations. What s involved? The Deputy CEO will support the CEO drive LOPF s mission and lead delivery of its key outcomes for older people in Leeds. The role combines strategy, influence and leadership, including: Shaping and delivering LOPF strategy and developing new ideas that improve the lives of older people. Influencing policy and system change by building strong relationships with decision makers and ensuring the third sector has a voice at city wide boards. Supporting and strengthening our third sector members through learning, grant making, network support and helping members access funding. Responsibility for managing staff, budgets, projects and funder relationships. Ensuring impact, keeping work aligned to LOPF s priorities and involving older people and member organisations in everything we do. Skills and experience The skills and experience we are looking for include: Senior leadership experience with strong strategic thinking and decision making skills. Excellent relationship builder able to influence ..... full job details .....