This is undoubtedly a demanding role but hugely satisfying too.  It combines a breadth of responsibilities in a small charity with working alongside a hugely committed and talented leadership team. It is truly a distinctive opportunity.

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We at the Vision Foundation believe passionately that people living with sight loss should have the same opportunities as anyone else. We strive to ensure London is a city that works for everyone and that avoidable sight loss is prevented.  The coronavirus crisis has affected all of us, but we are not affected equally. For blind and partially sighted people - an already isolated, disadvantaged and socially excluded group - the effects have been amplified.

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The Vision Foundation is a sector leader in London standing up for the rights and freedoms of people living with sight loss. The charity funds organisations providing front-line projects and services across the capital, and works collaboratively through researching, building capacity, funding and investing, and advocacy.  We raise funds for our grantmaking and support through fundraising and a small retail operation.

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We’ve been going for a hundred years but following a cultural and organisational re-shaping, including a new strategy and rebrand last year, we have the energy and drive of a start-up.  You can read more about this on our website. 

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The Director of Finance and Resources is responsible for financial leadership and management alongside risk management and compliance, HR, IT, and facilities.  In a small organisation it is imperative you can work strategically and collaboratively with your executive colleagues, business partnering across the charity. 

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You may be a seasoned charity finance executive looking for a new challenge or a private sector executive looking for a career change. Either way, experience and/or understanding of the demands and challenges of the charity context is essential. 

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The coronavirus context has presented unprecedented challenges for charities, both in the short-term - with the need to respond and adapt at pace – and in the medium to long-term - with the need to ensure we can maintain our activity and see a route through to a sustainable and successful future – which we believe we can.

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You will need to be comfortable working in an ambitious organisation with high standards that is still evolving and changing at speed.  The role demands a great blend of skills, along with the belief that every blind and partially sighted Londoner should be able to lead their life to the full.

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Are you up to the challenge?  Are you up for it?  If so, we would love to hear from you.

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Judith Brodie, Interim CEO

 

(NB Olivia Curno, CEO, returns from maternity leave in February 2021 and will be involved in this recruitment process.  Olivia recently won “Rising Leader of the Year” in the Charity Times Awards.)

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