Advertised from 30 April 2025

Role

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible to the Board of Trustees for the overall leadership of the organisation. They will lead the strategic direction of the organisation in line with the 2025 – 28 Business Plan, which they will monitor in collaboration with the Creative Director supported by the Board of Trustees. The CEO will work with the Board of Trustees to ensure accountability and informed decision making for the governance of the organisation. They will exercise oversight of all management and financial decisions and will ensure legal compliance.

The CEO will be an outstanding leader ensuring all strands of activity contribute to shared objectives and will promote collaboration and the values of the organisation. They will be a bold and strategic think that takes a proactive approach to the role and will operate with high standards and be committed to the organisational values of excellence, equity and empowerment. 

The CEO, alongside members of the team, will be an advocate and ambassador of Be United and will work to raise the profile of the organisation and champion the organisation in the wider cultural sector. They will manage relationships with key stakeholders, potential and existing funders and will be comfortable working at the most senior levels as well as with grass roots organisations and individuals.  

At a practical level, the CEO’s responsibilities fall into a number of categories:

• To lead on the strategic delivery of Be United 2025-28 Business Plan and strategy to ensure implementation and delivery of objectives. 
• Ensure all programmes of activity are delivered to the required standards and are regularly reviewed.
• To lead and develop the overall organisational culture, supporting and mentoring all direct reports encouraging a collaborative approach to working that contributes to clear and effective communication throughout the organisation. 
• Ensure that effective partnerships are built with other organisations to expand the reach of Be United’s work, visibility and impact across the sector and within the community.
• To keep abreast of sector developments, best practice, and policy changes in order to identify and introduce appropriate innovation.
• To proactively push innovation and help the organisation evolve digitally. 

Full details can be found in the job description below or on our website.

Application notes

Application Closing Date: 10am on Monday 30th June 2025.

Interviews: Week of 7th July 

Start Date: TBC (Estimated 1st August 2025). 

To Apply: Send your CV and cover letter to info@be-united.org.uk 

Any applications received without both CV and cover letter will not be considered.

Be United is funded by Creative Scotland and Esmee Fairbairn.

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