Interim Operations Director

Ensure Operational Continuity - Maintain day-to-day operations across all departments to ensure the organisation remains functional and responsive to student needs during the investigation.Support and Safeguard Sabbatical Officers - Provide structured support to sabbatical officers, especially where they are involved in the investigation, ensuring their wellbeing and ability to fulfil representative dutiesReinforce Governance and Compliance - ensure governance structures and procedures are fully adhered to / enacted and, if necessary, make recommendations for improvement.Stabilise Financial Management - Conduct a rapid financial health check, ensure robust financial controls are in place, and oversee transparent financial reporting, rebuilding trust and ensure solvency and liquidity.Build Trust with Stakeholders - Act as a credible and neutral figure to re-establish confidence. Communicate openly about steps being taken to address concerns.Strengthen Risk Management - Identify and mitigate organisational risks, particularly reputational and operational, arising from the investigation. Ensure trustees and officers understand risk frameworks.Provide Leadership and Staff Reassurance - Offer visible, empathetic leadership to staff and volunteers. Address morale issues and ensure service delivery continuity through clear communication and support.Ensure Effective Board Functioning - Support the Trustee Board and its committees, ensuring meetings are well-serviced, decisions are documented, and trustees are fully briefed and supported.Maintain External Relationships - Represent in external forums to ensure the voice remains active and credible during the investigation period.Prepare for Transition - Begin laying the groundwork for a permanent leadership transition, including documentation of interim actions, recommendations for structural improvements, and handover planning.Person specification : EssentialQualifications Level 6 or equivalent qualification and relevantexperience Level 7 or professional qualification inBusiness administration or relevant experienceExperience, Skills and Knowledge Experience of providing advice to keyStakeholders and developing, implementing,And evaluating strategic direction Experience of successfully leading andManaging a diverse team ensuring serviceObjectives are met Experience of managing and resolvingComplex absence, performance, disciplinaryAnd welfare issues Track record of operating within and managingGovernance processes and risk management Experience of initiating, leading and managingEffective change Experience of using complex management Information to inform and guide strategicdecision-making Clear written and oral communication skillsWith the ability to understand, negotiate andInfluence decision-making Experience of providing advice onInterpretation of policy, procedures, or legalRequirements for a diverse team Experience of policymaking and evaluation Experience of setting and effectively managingbudgets Strong leadership skills with the ability toMotivate diverse teams that changeSignificantly on an annual basis An understanding of the requirements of dataProtection and GDPR Experience of building and maintainingExcellent working relationships with keyStakeholders. Demonstrate an ability to undertake decision-makingIn complex and unpredictable contextsWhat you'll get in returnFlexible working options available.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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