WorkingRite is one of the leading employability focussed charities in Scotland. Offering an innovative, relational and tailored approach, we provide support to young people in Scotland who need it most. With mentoring at the heart of our model, we meet young people where they are and support them towards the careers that are right for them.
We are seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer to lead WorkingRite as a strong figurehead for the charity, providing leadership for the support of young people, placement employers, WR employees and volunteers.
The successful applicant will also be a positive ambassador to Central and Local Government and Funders, working on behalf of the Board of Trustees to develop and deliver the business plan and business strategy, ensuring the ongoing sustainability, growth and success of WorkingRite.
This post will be hybrid with base in Glasgow Office and is full time (37.5 hours) and permanent.
We require a CEO who can:
You will have inspirational leadership qualities; excellent communication skills; an ability to plan, think and organise around solution focused outcomes; ability to set the vision, spot opportunities and ensure strategic alignment, have an in-depth understanding of youth employability and policy landscape at local and national levels; and a desire to achieve change for young people across Scotland.
WorkingRite is an equal opportunities employer and all recruitment is undertaken in line with our organisational safer selection & recruitment policy. For further details of this exciting role and how to apply, visit workingrite.co.uk/join-us/current-jobs
Closing date: 12 noon Monday 2nd October 2023