Chief Officer

ChaplaincyPlus; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization is seeking a Chief Officer in Birmingham to lead their strategy and manage the team. The ideal candidate will develop the charity’s presence and strategic partnerships while ensuring strong governance. Responsibilities include working with the Board and overseeing financial sustainability. Candidates should be prepared to provide references and experience a Basic DBS check. The application deadline is 27 February 2026, and informal inquiries can be directed to the Network Support Manager.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing teams and working with boards
• Strong governance and financial sustainability skills
• Ability to develop strategic partnerships

Responsibilities

• Drive the overall strategy and vision of ChaplaincyPlus
• Manage the team and work with the Board of Trustees
• Grow the network and develop the charity’s presence

Job description

ChaplaincyPlus is looking for a Chief Officer to drive the overall strategy and vision of ChaplaincyPlus forward, managing the team and working with the Board of Trustees on securing strong governance and financial sustainability. Theywill take a strategic lead in gathering people and growing the network and continuing to develop the charity’s presence in the city and beyond through strategic partnerships.

Is this you? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please send us:

• a letter of application (no more than 2 A4 sides) describing in detail why you are applying for the role and describing your suitability

In the application form we ask for details of two referees (including email addresses) and any offer will be subject to satisfactory references being taken up. The successful candidate will also require a satisfactory Basic DBS check before beginning in the role.

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 10 March 2026 in Birmingham and will involve an interview, a presentation, competency activities, and an opportunity to engage with ChaplaincyPlus network members. If you can’t make this date and would still like to be considered, please let us know as soon as possible.

If you would like to have an informal conversation about the role before expressing your interest, please contact Jane Merson, Network Support Manager, on 0121 236 9742.

Deadline for applications is 27 February 2026.

Location: Hybrid/ ChaplaincyPlus Office (Newhall Street, Birmingham)