Chief Executive
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- Employer:
- World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts
- Location:
- UK/Hybrid – 2 days per week in London office
- Salary:
- circa £115k
- Closing Date:
- Monday 21st October 2024
- Job Ref:
- GSe113216
Description
Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for empowering girls and young women? The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) is looking for an innovative and visionary Chief Executive to lead, support and grow our global Movement.
Our vision is for an equal world where all girls can thrive. As the largest global Movement for girls and young women, WAGGGS connects over 10 million members across 153 countries and territories. We support Member Organisations in delivering high-quality Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting experiences, promoting inclusivity, and fostering leadership development.
As Chief Executive, you will provide strategic leadership and vision, working closely with the World Board to implement WAGGGS’ strategy, diversify and grow income and reach, and support our vibrant Member Organisations. You will be responsible for leading a geographically dispersed team of staff and volunteers, overseeing resource allocation, and securing funding to ensure the sustainability and impact of the organisation.
Candidates will bring a track record in Board-level senior leadership in an international context, with a strong understanding of membership and/or volunteer-led contexts. You should have experience in governance, financial management, and strategic planning, with the ability to lead through influence rather than positional power. Cultural sensitivity, flexibility, and the ability to inspire and motivate diverse teams are essential. A passion for youth participation, gender equality, and advancing diversity and inclusion is key, along with the ability to work flexibly and to travel internationally, where required.
If you are ready to lead WAGGGS into the future and make a lasting difference for girls and young women worldwide, we want to hear from you.
If after reading all of the information, you wish to have an informal discussion about the opportunities, please contact our retained advisors:
Jennie Wood, Research Lead, Not-for-Profit Practice jennie.wood@gatenbysanderson.com
Fiona Wansborough, Partner, Not-for-Profit Practice fiona.wansborough@gatenbysanderson.com
Emily Nevins, Head of Not-for-Profit Practice emily.nevins@gatenbysanderson.com
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