Fractional Chief Officer

The Company is seeking a Chief Officer to lead a community-focused charity supporting older people. The role involves translating strategy into practical plans, leading an organizational review, working with trustees to set priorities, and strengthening governance and resilience. The Chief Officer will oversee daily operations, finances, and services, using evidence about costs, impact, and community needs to guide improvements and resource decisions. Responsibilities also include developing income and funding opportunities, supporting staff and volunteers, building partnerships, and raising awareness of available support. Candidates should have experience leading people, services, or an organization and turning priorities into achievable plans. They should bring financial management skills, including budgeting and expenditure monitoring, along with experience in fundraising or income generation and supporting staff or volunteers. Strong communication, relationship-building, and change-management skills are essential, as is knowledge of charity governance, safeguarding, and health and safety. A genuine commitment to older people’s independence and wellbeing is required; experience in older people’s services, advice, health, social care, community support, or partnership working is desirable.