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Head of Operations and Finance, 1001 Critical Days Foundation
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We are looking for a highly motivated proven team player to join our ambitious and fast-growing international charity with a mission to build a better world for babies where governments prioritise the 1,001 critical days as the foundation for a healthy society. The 1,001 critical days – from pregnancy to age two – is the time when the building blocks for lifelong emotional and physical wellbeing are laid down. We deliver our mission by funding what works, acting on evidence, and driving change through advocacy.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced charity operations and finance professional to join as our inaugural Head of Operations and Finance. As we continue to grow our impact, we are seeking an exceptional Head of Operations and Finance to work closely with the Chief Executive and Executive Chair to help strengthen our operations and oversee our finances.
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Role Overview
This is a pivotal leadership position combining strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery. You will support our Chief Executive and Executive Chair to develop and implement organisational strategy while ensuring our people, systems, governance, and finances support the effective delivery of our mission. You will join a close-knit team that punches above its weight, with real influence on policy affecting millions of babies worldwide.
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Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Chief Executive and Executive Chair.
- Develop and implement organisational strategy.
- Ensure people, systems, governance, and finances support the mission.
- Strengthen operations and oversee finances.
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If you're an experienced charity operations and finance professional looking for your next big challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
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