At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead operations and delivery to make a real difference in people's lives through the bond with dogs.
- Company: Join Dogs for Good, a charity transforming lives since 1986.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive salary, and the chance to create impactful change.
- Other info: Inclusive recruitment process; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Be part of a mission-driven team that supports vulnerable individuals and communities.
- Qualifications: Proven operational leadership experience and a passion for making a difference.
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.
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, translating strategy into clear, co-ordinated operational plans and ensuring services remain effective, sustainable, impactful and of a consistently high standard.
To succeed in this role, 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 and support people to build confidence, capability and ownership.
As you will be working with vulnerable people, you will be required to undergo a DBS check. This will be renewed every 4 years.
We welcome and encourage expressions of interest from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. 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 the Charisma Operations Team.
Director of Operations & Delivery employer: Dogs for Good
Dogs for Good is an exceptional employer, dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and communities through the transformative bond between people and dogs. With a strong commitment to employee growth and a collaborative work culture, the organisation offers unique opportunities for professional development while fostering an inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds. Located at the Frances Hay Centre in Banbury, employees benefit from a hybrid working model, allowing for flexibility and work-life balance as they contribute to a cause that truly changes lives.
