Background
The UK Government launched a consultation process on 19th July 2018 outlining proposals to develop the cyber security profession in the UK. This included a proposal to create a new, independent UK Cyber Security Council (The Council).
The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) commissioned the establishment of The Council through an alliance of cyber security professional bodies to be completed by the 31st March 2021.
The Council will aim to coordinate the existing professional landscape to make cyber security a well-structured and easy-to-navigate profession and will also support the National Cyber Security Skills Strategy.
Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an esteemed individual to become the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the newly established Council. We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced individual with working knowledge of the charity sector and with proven leadership skills who has either operated at the CEO level or is ready to take the step up into such a position. The individual will be cognisant with the ethos and vision of the new Council and will be ready to lead The Council and contribute to the development of The Council’s strategy and roadmap. The CEO is appointed by and is responsible to the Board of Trustees for the day-to-day operations of The Council, its Staff, and volunteers. Day-to-day operations will include, but not be limited to:
- Informing and delivering the strategic direction and objectives of The Council
- Delivery of operational priorities and meeting performance objectives for The Council
- Delivery of the charitable aims and objectives
- Delivery of existing and new activities, initiatives, products and services support as appropriate
Subject to the direction of the Board of Trustees, the CEO shall promote and execute the objectives of The Council, establishing and maintaining an organisation for the attainment of those objectives. The CEO will have specific responsibility for all external liaison and activity and will be a proven relationship builder and key influencer with exemplary interpersonal skills to strengthen the reputation of The Council. The CEO will have a proven track record of developing and maintaining fundraising streams to enable the continued growth and support of The Council and its core services. The CEO will also have responsibility for complying with the reporting regulations required of a registered charity.
As The Council CEO, working with the Chair and the Board of Trustees, you will have a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in providing strategic leadership and direction to The Council, whilst representing the organisation in a manner consistent with the highest professional standards reflecting The Council’s commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and drive excellence for all stakeholders in supporting the Trustees to deliver a capable, inclusive and sustainable cyber security profession
- Act as The Councils ‘Champion’ on behalf of the Board of Trustees, implementing its vision, securing long-term financial sustainability, and contributing to successful growth plans
- Inform and support the Board of Trustees to develop high quality business strategies and plans ensuring their alignment with both short and long-term objectives approved by the Trustees, necessary to deliver the charitable aims and objectives
- Develop products and services that will promote the growth of The Council and sustain financial viability
- Generate and sustain income streams and fundraising sources through prospective investors and sponsorship deals
- Promote membership of the The Council to support the objective to become the recognised body of cyber security excellence within the UK, providing a focal point which can advise, shape, and inform national policy
- Responsible for effective financial and performance management
- Ensure provision of adequate and balanced resources, e.g. capital and people
- Establish and build trusted relationships with strategic partners and stakeholders
- Report to the BoT Chair on all The Council matters
- Promote a culture of consistent shared values, goals, attitudes and behaviours that characterise the The Council, as set out in the governing document
- Ensure adherence to The Council Company Policies
- Ensure adherence to Charity Law reporting and regulatory requirements
- Set the performance bar and take an active role in driving The Council’s performance to meet metrics for both the business entity and the team
- Any other reasonable duties and projects requested by the Board of Trustees and considered within the capabilities of the individual