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Lead a global humanitarian organization into the future as the new CEO of Elrha, where innovation meets impact.
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Salary £95000 - £105000
Location London, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Manchester or homebased in the UK
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Elrha is a pioneering global organization dedicated to enhancing humanitarian practice through rigorous research and innovation. As a vital part of Save the Children UK, Elrha is on the cusp of a strategic evolution, and this is your chance to steer the ship as the new CEO.
Role Summary:
- Provide visionary leadership to tackle the world's most pressing humanitarian issues.
- Inspire a culture of empathy and integrity within the team.
- Drive transformative change and execute long-term strategic goals.
- Build and nurture influential partnerships and innovate to solve critical challenges.
Role Requirements:
- Dynamic leadership experience in the humanitarian or international development sector.
- Expertise in navigating organizational change and promoting inclusive cultures.
- Comprehensive understanding of international humanitarian systems and policy.
- Proven ability to foster impactful partnerships and secure sustainable funding.
Elrha is committed to inclusion, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds, and offers support such as visa sponsorship and potential relocation assistance. Enjoy comprehensive benefits like flexible working, development opportunities, and wellness programs.
Elrha is a global organisation that finds solutions to complex humanitarian problems through research and innovation. We are an independent subsidiary of Save the Children UK. As our new CEO, you will join us at an exciting time in our strategic evolution, providing overall strategic direction and operational responsibility.
The role entails visionary leadership with a passion for tackling complex humanitarian challenges. You will inspire and lead our teams with empathy and integrity, drive transformative change, and make a significant global impact through the delivery of our long-term strategy. You will encourage leaders, peers and funders to address critical humanitarian challenges with evidence-based research and innovative solutions.
Job requirements include proven dynamic leadership in humanitarian or international development, adept at steering organisations through change and fostering inclusive cultures. Deep understanding of the international humanitarian system, policy drivers, and mechanisms for driving change through research and innovation is required. You should be able to create impactful partnerships and coalitions, emphasising collaborative and equitable relationships. Experience in business development with demonstrated success in diversifying funding sources and securing long-term partnerships is necessary.
We strive to be an inclusive employer and particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups and from low-and middle-income countries. We will be able to offer visa sponsorship if the preferred candidate does not already have the right to work in the UK. Relocation assistance may also be available, subject to conditions.
Benefits include Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Eye Care, Flu Jabs, Season Ticket Loan, Pension & Life Assurance, Remote Equipment Allowance, Employee Benefits Platform, Apprenticeship Scheme, Annual Leave, Flexible Working, Learning & Development, Parental Leave, Special Leave.
