Chief Executive
London Up to £70,000
The Refugee Council works at the heart of what is arguably the country’s most controversial
social issue of the day. It is viewed as the leading authority on refugee issues in the UK and
is striving to influence policy and legislation in the UK, Europe and internationally. The new
Chief Executive will lead the organisation through a future that faces great change, ensuring
that the interests of refugees and asylum seekers are represented robustly to decision-makers
at the highest levels. The Refugee Council is a committed and highly motivated organisation
with 400 employees, 300 volunteers and a budget of £70 million.
The Role:
• Work with the Board of Trustees to provide strategic leadership to the organisation and
ensure that it continues to provide services that reflect the needs of a challenging, changing
environment.
• Represent the Refugee Council to the media, senior figures in Government, refugees
themselves and other stakeholders, maintaining its strong position of influence.
• Lead the Senior Management Team, ensuring that the organisation’s operations are inclusive,
supportive, effective and relevant.
The Candidate:
• Proven track record in a high-profile, complex and diverse environment, experience working
with groups of vulnerable people and exposure to the development of public policy.
• Excellent communication, influencing and negotiating skills and the stature and personal
presence to effectively represent the Refugee Council.
• A sophisticated understanding of diversity issues and a commitment to, and empathy with,
the values and ethos of The Refugee Council.
For more information about the organisation see the website
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