Chief Executive

We are seeking an experienced leader to support and the assist the Board of Trustees to carry out the objectives and fulfil the mission of Roshni Ghar.

Job Title:

Chief Executive

Contract:

Permanent, 35 hours per week Salary: £42,000 per annum

Location:

Office based, Keighley BD21 2JH
Responsible to:
Roshni Ghar Board of Trustees via the Chair of Trustees Language:
Requirement for this position, is the ability to speak Urdu, Punjabi or Bangla. Disclosure:
The successful applicant will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (Working with Vulnerable Adults and children) Exemption:
This post is restricted to women only as a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. (Due to the nature and sensitivity of the client group, it is an occupational requirement that the post holder be a woman. This is in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.). About Us Roshni Ghar provides a culturally appropriate service to support the mental health needs of ethnic minority women in the Airedale area of Bradford Metropolitan District.

We utilise a service user informed approach that promotes recovery and well-being through participation, inclusion, and choice. We help to tackle inequalities and promote equality and diversity in partner organisations. We strive to continuously adapt and improve services to ensure they continue to meet the needs of the community served. Our core services We provide culturally and spiritually sensitive support for ethnic minority women experiencing mental and emotional distress, empowering them to engage more responsively with mainstream and other relevant services where they may experience barriers.

We do this through 1 to 1 key working, group work, including peer group support, promoting a better understanding of mental distress and mental health promotion and illness prevention, signposting and working with other services to promote the equality and diversity agenda. We support and enable an active service user voice not only in developing our own services, but also in service development for other health and social care organisations.

We encourage social inclusion and promote access to educational and vocational opportunities. We also provide a safe space for women to explore issues relevant to their mental health and well-being. Key objectives of the post The new CEO will enthusiastically support and assist the Board of Trustees in carrying out the objectives and fulfilling the Mission Statement of Roshni Ghar, work within and promote the service user led ethos of Roshni Ghar.

They will maintain and develop high-quality services which aim to reduce the emotional and mental distress experienced by ethnic minority women and exceed the current funding levels in order to expand the organisation. They will continue and further develop the commitment to ensure that Roshni Ghar provides a range of culturally appropriate activities and services and continue and further develop the strong track record of community engagement and the strong emphasis on partnership working.

Key areas of responsibility To have overall responsibility for operational, service and performance management issues. To provide support and help assist in the development of all members of Roshni Ghar. To be responsible for ensuring an excellent level of communication between all stake holders of Roshni Ghar. To be responsible for modelling and encouraging an attitude of trust, support and respect towards and between all parties involved in the organisation.

To take overall responsibility for developing, implementing and reviewing policies and to ensure that all policies relating to induction and training are adhered to. To work alongside the Board of Trustees to continuously improve quality standards and the reputation of Roshni Ghar. To work closely with the Company Secretary and Chairperson to ensure that all actions are taken in accordance with the Articles of Association and applicable charity and company law.

To participate in regular supervision and line manage a number of staff, students and volunteers The CEO will work closely alongside all internal stakeholders of Roshni Ghar to plan, implement and evaluate the organisations Business Plan, as well as alongside the Board of Trustees to seek out, develop and evaluate new business opportunities. They will seek out and acquire new fundraising opportunities and, equally, to promote our services…