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Director of Operations & Delivery, Dogs for Good
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Director of Operations & Delivery, Dogs for Good
Director of Operations & Delivery – operational leadership, service delivery, change and impact
About Dogs for Good Dogs for Good brings people and dogs together to make life possible. Since 1986, the charity has been dedicated to advancing the life-changing possibilities of the connection between people and dogs, supporting individuals, families and communities affected by disability, autism, dementia, mental ill health and other complex needs.
Through assistance dog partnerships, family-focused workshops and the community dog programme, Dogs for Good helps people access the world with greater confidence, independence and connection. By 2028, the charity aims to support over 6,000 people each year through the life-changing bond between people and dogs.
The Role Dogs for Good is now seeking a Director of Operations & Delivery to provide strategic and operational leadership at a pivotal moment for the organisation. The successful candidate will:
- Own the continued delivery and implementation of Dogs for Good’s new operating model.
- Translate strategy into clear, coordinated operational plans.
- Ensure services remain effective, sustainable, impactful, and of a consistently high standard.
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Key Responsibilities
You will bring:
- Significant operational leadership experience, ideally gained in a multi-service or complex delivery environment, alongside demonstrable experience of leading change across teams or services.
- An analytical, data-driven and confident approach, using insight to inform decisions, assess performance and support continuous improvement.
- Experience of translating strategy into practical operational plans, managing budgets and resources, and producing high-quality reports and analysis for senior leaders and Boards.
- A calm, structured, and reflective leadership style, with the ability to:
- Lead through others.
- Foster collaboration.
- Support people to build confidence, capability, and ownership.
Additional Notes
- Due to working with vulnerable people, a DBS check (renewed every 4 years) will be required.
- Please see the candidate pack for full details.
Contact
For an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact: Katherine Anderson-Scott, Executive Director at Charisma Charity Recruitment 📞 01962 813300 ✉️ info@charismarecruitment.co.uk
Location
The Frances Hay Centre, Banbury OX17 2BS / hybrid working
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Key Deadlines
- Closing date: Sunday 26 July 2026
- Charisma vetting interviews: Must be completed by EOD on 5 August 2026
- Shortlisting on: 6 August 2026
- First-stage interviews (online): 10 August 2026
- Second-stage interviews (in-person): 17 August 2026 (including site tour)
Diversity & Inclusion
We welcome and encourage expressions of interest from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of:
- Disability
- Race, colour or ethnicity
- Gender
- Religion
- Sexual orientation
- Age
- Veteran status
- Other protected characteristics under law
Commitment to Accessibility & Inclusion
- We are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment processes.
- If you have any reasonable adjustments or wish to apply for this role under the Disability Confident Scheme, please contact: ✉️ info@charismarecruitment.co.uk
- Disclaimer: Charisma will ensure all candidates who disclose a wish to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme and who meet the minimum criteria for the role receive an opportunity to interview.
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