Chief Executive Officer

• Committed to our ethos, values and mission?
• Skilled in mentoring, supporting and empowering others?
• Looking for a leadership role within the charity sector?
• Ready to take on a new and rewarding challenge?

The ideal candidate will bring:

• A collaborative, adaptable and inclusive leadership style
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• The ability to develop partnerships that enhance our work and impact

Communityworks seeks to work together with the people who live locally, to transform the community of Otley Road & Undercliffe, so that both the individuals and the community thrive.

Our current CEO is retiring after 22 years, and we are looking for a dynamic leader to take us into the next phase of our work. We have a very committed long-serving staff team. We also have a number of income streams, very healthy reserves and an excellent reputation across the city. We have strong partnerships and are keen to develop more.

Closing date for Applications: Monday 2 February 2026 at 12 noon

Interviews: Monday 9 February 2026

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please email Rhys North Chair of Communityworks on to arrange a mutually convenient time.

• Salary £42,839 - £54,495 pro rata which is £34,271 - £43,596 actual