About Feeding FamiliesAt Feeding Families, were driven by a simple yet profound belief: no one should face the fear and indignity of not knowing where their next meal will come from. Based in the North East of England - a region with the highest levels of food insecurity in the UK - we stand in the gaps left by traditional food support, offering tailored, compassionate, and life-changing support to thousands of individuals and families in crisis.Our work began with one act of kindness - a Christmas hamper delivered to a family in need - and has grown into a movement of hope. Today, Feeding Families supports over 46,000 households a year, distributing more than 1 million items of food and toiletries through a vast network of 382 trusted partners, including schools, social services, and housing providers.Feeding Families has grown to become the largest independent food support provider in the North East. Provision is distributed from Blaydon, Tyne & Wear and Sedgefield Co. Durham. We have links across the region and at a national level through the Independent Food Network.The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for the day to day running of the charity.All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.Essential CriteriaAbility to lead and contribute to a team, including the ability to prioritise work, identify and develop ideas and opportunities, delegate effectively, handle pressure, and take day to day decisions.Excellent communication skills and the ability to relate to and communicate with a wide range of people, including stakeholders.Proven ability to devise and implement strategic development and resource plans, particularly in the area of service development, staff development and the management of change.Track record of successful income generation, through fundraising, commissioning and marketing activities, including experience of identifying opportunities and leading on funding bids.Demonstrable track record of financial management and budgetary control, and ability to manage a budget.Understanding and experience of the voluntary sector.The ability to earn and maintain the trust of those people with whom the organisation deals, especially funding bodies and donors.The ability to commit to and work within the aims, principles and policies of Feeding Families.A good up to date understanding of equality and diversity and its application to service delivery, business development and the recruitment and management of staff and volunteers.The ability to drive and use of a vehicle.Must have the right to work in the UK.Job Type: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)Pay: 50-60k per year, depending on experienceBenefits:Company pension31 days holiday including bank holidaysOn-site parkingSchedule:Monday to FridayOccasional weekend availabilityWork authorisation: United Kingdom (required)Work Location: In person (based at Blaydon, Tyne and Wear)IF INTERESTED YOU MUST FIRST REQUEST A FULL APPLICATION PACK, BY EMAILING juliet@feedingfamilies.org.ukPLEASE NOTE APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:Your CVA covering letter (max 2 pages of A4)A short video introducing yourself and why youd like to lead Feeding Families (max 2 minutes)CLOSING DATE: 30TH JUNE 2025NO AGENCIES THANK YOU.
Job Title
Chief Executive Officer