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Chief Executive
vonne (voluntary organisations' network north east)
  • Salary £48,603 - £54,650, depending on experience, pro rata to days worked
  • Location Newcastle, TYNE and WEAR, North East (On-site)
  • Job Type Permanent
  • Category Senior Management
  • Sectors Charity Suppliers
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Job Description

Post: Chief Executive

Organisation: VONNE (Voluntary Organisations’ Network North East)

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Salary: £48,000 - £54,000 pro rata NJC PO 9-10

Days: 4-5 days per week (negotiable with selected candidate)

The Role:

VONNE is seeking a dynamic individual to be a leading champion of the VCSE in the North East, supporting the development of a strong and vibrant sector. You will act as a spokesperson for VONNE and the sector, engaging with cross sector stakeholders, our members, partners, supporters and the wider VCSE sector community, to facilitate and drive collaboration and positive partnership working.

Internally, you will provide leadership, innovative thinking and strategic direction to the organisation, working alongside the Board of Trustees to ensure VONNE is an effective and sustainable membership organisation, managing a small staff team of seven.

The person

You will have extensive knowledge of the VCSE and an understanding of relevant public policy, excellent communication skills, and an evident passion for the role. Proven leadership skills and ability to operate strategically with sound financial and staff management experience.  You will be commercially astute with a proven track record of attracting funding.

About us

VONNE is the regional infrastructure organisation representing the Voluntary, Community & Social Enterprise Sector (VCSE) across the NE region.

VONNE’s Vision is that charities, voluntary and community groups and social enterprises make a distinct and sustained contribution to the economic and social development of the North East of England. 

VONNE is recognised by a wide range of cross sector stakeholders as a highly valued key player within the regional infrastructure of the north east.  VONNE has over 1000 members and significant reach beyond our membership to the wider VCSE sector via strong information and communication services. Membership feedback indicates VONNE is well regarded and our reputation remains good with our advocacy work, intelligence and expertise on behalf of the sector being particularly highly valued.

The benefits

Salary: £48,603 - £54,650, depending on experience pro rata to days worked
Pension: Employer pays 5% towards statutory minimum contribution
Holiday: 25 days rising to a max of 28 days with annual increments (plus public holidays)
 

Hours: 4 or 5 days – negotiable on appointment

5 days = 37 hours per week, Mon-Fri, 9.00am to 5.00pm

4 days = 29.6 hours per week 9.00am to 5.00pm (Days to be negotiated).

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne with travel across the region as required.

Applications

VONNE is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Closing date for completed applications: Thurs 26th April 2018 Noon

 

Interview Date: Tuesday 15th May 2018