Executive Office & Governance Manager

Overview

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith. Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

• GOVERNANCE AND EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT MANAGER
• Salary: £38,500 per annum
• Contract:
  
  Permanent, Full time 36.5 hours per week
• Location:
  
  Hybrid - 3 days in the Milton Keynes office
• Join World Vision UK and Make a Real Difference

Are you an exceptional organiser with a passion for governance and a heart for making a difference? World Vision UK is looking for a talented Governance and Executive Assistant Manager to join our dynamic team in Milton Keynes!

This is truly a unique and rewarding role that combines the best of both worlds, strategic governance management and high-level executive support. You will be working at the very heart of our organisation, supporting our Chief Executive and Board of Trustees whilst ensuring we maintain the highest standards of governance and compliance.

What makes this role special? You will have the opportunity to work across dimensions of our charity, from coordinating board meetings and supporting trustee development, to providing essential executive assistance to our very busy CEO. Every day will be different, and you will play a vital part in helping us achieve our mission of building a better world for the most vulnerable children who we serve.

• Organising and coordinating Board meetings, committee meetings, and our AGM with meticulous attention to detail
• Providing high-level administrative support to our Chief Executive, including diary management, correspondence, and meeting preparation
• Ensuring we stay compliant with all Charity Commission requirements and charity law
• Coordinating trustee recruitment, induction, and training programmes
• Supporting the planning and delivery of key organisational events and strategic planning sessions
• Acting as secretary to our Board Development Committee and Finance, Audit and Risk Committee
• Managing governance documents and maintaining comprehensive records
• Supporting our CEO in relationship management with key partners, donors, and stakeholders

• Has proven experience providing high-level executive support to senior leaders
• Understands charity governance inside out, including trustee responsibilities and regulatory requirements
• Has exceptional attention to detail and can juggle multiple priorities with ease
• Communicates brilliantly both in writing and verbally (including minute-taking)
• Can build strong relationships at all levels, from trustees to external stakeholders
• Exercises sound judgment and handles confidential information with absolute discretion
• Is proactive, solution focused, and brings a calm, professional approach to everything you do
• Has commitment to supporting the Christian ethos and values of our organisation

• A qualification in governance or PA/EA secretarial practice
• Experience working within a Christian charity or faith-based organisation
• Knowledge of Charity Commission guidance and charity law

Our Christian identity underpins everything we do, so as an active Christian, this role offers you the opportunity to integrate your Christian faith and be sensitive to its various expressions across cultures and denominations. This role offers a genuine opportunity to develop your career in governance and executive support whilst contributing to something truly meaningful.

Ready to Join Us?

If you are excited about this opportunity to combine your governance expertise with executive support skills, all whilst supporting a cause that matters, we would love you to hear from you!

Must be holding the Right to work documents for the UK as unfortunately this role is not sponsored.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with World Vision UK!

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