star* schemeManaging Director
Aug. 2022 - May. 2025Bristol, England, United KingdomProvided strategic leadership, contributing to the charity's vision and purpose in collaboration with the Board of Trustees.
Successfully scaled the organisation from 2 to 13 staff over 3 years, building capacity for increased reach and impact.
Led a multi-disciplinary team, implementing performance review and coaching to enhance staff development.
Spearheaded a dramatic increase in young people supported (22 to 1000) over 3 years in 3 countries, demonstrating high performance in youth engagement.
Oversaw all operational aspects, including strategic planning and systems implementation, governance, compliance ( inc. GDPR)
Designed, delivered and managed national and international programmes, including Tackle London.
Built strong stakeholder relationships (trustees, staff, funders) and secured financial sustainability, growing income from Β£125,000 to Β£620,000.
Commissioned Grounded Theory Research to measure impact, securing data that demonstrated improved understanding of trauma and improved self-worth for young people
Delivered highly effective presentations and speeches to stakeholders and funders.
Safeguarding lead, responsible for all reporting and training.
Managed risk register and reported quarterly to Board of Trustees.