Chief Executive

3 weeks ago

Edinburgh, United Kingdom Meraki Full time

Meraki Talent are delighted to be partnering with Befriending Networks to appoint a new Chief Executive.


Founded in 1994, Befriending Networks is a charity with a vision of a society that values befriending, recognises its importance and provides befriending support to everyone who needs it.

Befriending Networks is an intermediary that connects and supports 390 members across the UK.

Originally a Scottish based charity, the organisation has since diversified its membership with c170 members in Scotland, c200 in England and a small yet growing contingent of members in Wales c 20.

This diverse membership ranges from large to small befriending projects, in urban to rural locations, supporting people experiencing loneliness at all ages and stages of life.


The organisation has been on a steady growth journey in recent years, more than doubling its membership over the last 5 years.

It is now looking for an exceptional individual to lead the team and help continue to raise awareness for befriending across the UK.

Chief Executive - role overview
As the new Chief Executive, you will be responsible for the overall leadership of Befriending Networks.

You will have full ownership over the definition and delivery of strategy, fundraising and income generation, operations and governance; reporting into the Board of Directors of Befriending Networks Limited.

***We are keen to engage with individuals with strong leadership experience in the third sector. You must have a background in managing teams and it would be preferable if you have experience of doing so using remote working technology e.g. MS Teams or Zoom.


A keen understanding of good charity governance and compliance (under OSCR) is essential to be successful as the new Chief Executive.

You must be able to develop processes and policies which align with these rules and ensure that all members of staff are informed.


Lastly, it is critical that you have the requisite gravitas and apetite to be the face of Befriending Networks and befriending across the UK.

This means influencing policymakers and building relationships with all member and non-member orginisations alike to drive awareness.

On offer


The role of Chief Executive will ideally be based at Befriending Networks' headquarters in Edinburgh, however there is scope for the role to be based in the North of England.

The role is offering the following package:

  • £55,000
  • £60,000 base salary
  • 35 hour working week
  • 35 days annual leave
  • Up to 6% matched employer contributions pension through NEST
Next steps
Jack can be contacted on for any questions or queries, all enquiries shall be treated with the strictest confidence.

Application closing date is 20th January st stage interviews for the position will take place w/c 30th January 2023.
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