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Chief Executive Officer – Chiltern Foodbank

• Responsible to: The Board of Trustees for the Chiltern Foodbank
• Salary: £30,000 for 25 hours per week
• Plus, up to 6% matched pension contribution.
• Part-time: 25 hours per week.
• Annual Leave: 25 days holiday per annum (pro rata).
• Contract: Permanent, with a 6-month probation period.
• Location: Based at the main Foodbank site (currently in Chesham), with travel around the area served by Chiltern Foodbank, plus occasional travel to other locations within the UK.

About Us
The Chiltern Foodbank is a dynamic nonprofit organization dedicated to alleviating hunger within the Chiltern area. The charity was founded fourteen years ago by local churches and community groups in Chesham. Over time, thanks to volunteers and partners, the Charity has extended its coverage and now has distribution centres in Chesham, Wendover, Prestwood and Chalfont St.Peter. 

With a proud history of driving social change and a passionate team behind us, including over 80 volunteers, we’re now seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead us into our next phase of development.

The Role
As CEO, you will be the driving force behind our strategic direction, operational excellence, and public profile. You’ll work closely with the Board of Trustees, to ensure that our mission is delivered with integrity, innovation, and measurable impact.
 

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Leading the development and execution of the charity’s strategic plan
• Ensuring high operational standards and compliance with the Trussell licence model
• Building strong relationships with partners and the wider community
• Inspiring and empowering a talented team (including two part-time staff and a large team of volunteers) to achieve organisational goals
• Acting as a compelling ambassador for the charity’s work and values to the wider community 

Please see below for a copy of the full job description.

What We’re Looking For
We are looking for proven leadership experience at a senior level, ideally within the charity or nonprofit sector. The ideal applicant will have strong strategic thinking and financial acumen, exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, a deep commitment to social impact within the local community as well as experience of working with Boards and navigating governance structures.

Why Join Us?
This role provides an opportunity to

• Make a tangible difference to people’s lives within the local community.
• Lead a passionate team of staff and volunteers
• Shape the future of a respected charity
• Enjoy a supportive, inclusive, and values-driven culture

How to Apply
Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to chair@chiltern.foodbank.org.uk 

If you would like an informal conversation about the job please contact Jon Salkeld at chair@chiltern.foodbank.org.uk

The applications deadline is: 17th November 2025.

Interviews will take place in week commencing 1st December 2025.