Chelmsford is one of the largest and most diverse dioceses in the Church of England, serving more than three million people across Essex and East London. Spanning urban, suburban, coastal and rural communities, it encompasses areas of both significant deprivation and opportunity. Rooted in this diversity, the Diocese is committed to loving God and neighbour and sustaining a faithful, hopeful and lasting presence. Following deep listening and discernment, its shared direction is expressed through Travelling Well Together, shaping culture, values and common life as the Diocese seeks to live with grace, creativity and courage in the midst of change.
As Diocesan Secretary and Chief Executive you will play a pivotal leadership role, working closely with the Bishop and the Bishop’s Leadership Team to provide executive leadership to the Diocesan Board of Finance and staff team, ensuring strong governance, effective operations and wise stewardship of resources, while modelling the values of Travelling Well Together.
We seek an empowering and inclusive leader with a proven record of strategic and operational leadership in complex environments. You will be financially capable, comfortable with ambiguity, and skilled in influencing across diverse stakeholders. Above all, you will be a committed Christian called to serve the mission, values and life of the Diocese of Chelmsford.
Closing date: 17:00 on Monday 8th June.
It is an occupational requirement in accordance with schedule 9 paragraph 1 of the Equality Act for the holder of this role to be a practising Christian.
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As Diocesan Secretary and Chief Executive you will play a pivotal leadership role, working closely with the Bishop and the Bishop’s Leadership Team to provide executive leadership to the Diocesan Board of Finance and staff team, ensuring strong governance, effective operations and wise stewardship of resources, while modelling the values of Travelling Well Together.
We seek an empowering and inclusive leader with a proven record of strategic and operational leadership in complex environments. You will be financially capable, comfortable with ambiguity, and skilled in influencing across diverse stakeholders. Above all, you will be a committed Christian called to serve the mission, values and life of the Diocese of Chelmsford.
Closing date: 17:00 on Monday 8th June.
It is an occupational requirement in accordance with schedule 9 paragraph 1 of the Equality Act for the holder of this role to be a practising Christian.
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