The Diocese of Ely, founded in 1109, spans much of Cambridgeshire, along with parts of Norfolk, Bedfordshire, and Essex, with the iconic Ely Cathedral at its heart. Dedicated to growing faith, supporting education, and serving communities, the diocese is approaching the successful completion of its Ely2025 strategic initiative, which has focused on strengthening churches, re-imagining buildings, and deepening community engagement. Looking ahead to an exciting new era, we are seeking a Chief Executive Officer to work in tandem with the Bishop, developing a fresh vision for the next five years and beyond. You will plan strategically for a church for the future, managing people and change, and new ways of managing finance and resource in an environment of less abundance. We seek a proven senior business leader with experience in financial and strategic management, governance, and stakeholder engagement. You will combine big-picture vision with operational expertise, collaborating with clergy, lay leaders, and external partners to ensure the Diocese thrives. Candidates will be aligned to Christian values and have the vision, experience, and passion to help guide the Diocese of Ely into its next chapter.This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in advancing key mission priorities, including community engagement, rural ministry, social justice, and supporting children and families.
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Pure Resourcing Solutions
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 4DH
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Diocese of Ely is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to develop a fresh vision for the next five years and beyond.
- The role requires a proven senior business leader with experience in financial and strategic management, governance, and stakeholder engagement.
- Candidates must possess a minimum of five years of relevant experience and be aligned with Christian values.
- The CEO will plan strategically for the church's future, managing people, change, and finances in a resource-constrained environment.
- This position offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on community engagement, rural ministry, social justice, and supporting children and families.
