We are looking for a passionate, dog welfare and training literate manager to energise, inspire and lead Chilterns Dog Rescue Society into the future.
CDRS is a successful and established dog rehoming charity working from our ‘state of the art’ Rescue Centre near Wendover, Bucks.
Our passionate staff, volunteers and members are striving to make life better for our dogs using their kindness and expertise.
This is an exciting opportunity to drive the charity forwards and shape it for the future
Will you join us and make life better for dogs?
Responsibilities
Be responsible for all aspects of the Charity – dogs, people, facilities ,compliance and finances
Manage the charity and the skilled staff within it
Optimise the rescue of dogs and maintain the high quality of care currently in place
Drive the marketing, brand awareness and fundraising of the charity
Actively promote high standards of care with the staff and volunteers
Support and co-ordinate the volunteers, foster carers and members
Essential
· A self starter with a passion for improving the lives of the dogs in our care
· Proven senior leadership experience in a charity, animal welfare, or similar organisation.
· Strong understanding of animal welfare principles and UK legislation affecting rehoming charities.
· Demonstrated ability in strategic planning, team leadership, and financial oversight.
· Successful track record in fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and partnership building.
· Excellent communication, people management, empathy, and decision-making skills.
· Good listening skills and openness to staff proposals, suggestions. Utilisation of existing staff experience and qualifications
· Experience working directly in rescue, veterinary, or kennels environments.
· Knowledge of health and Safety and employment law
Desirable
· Knowledge of marketing, PR, and community engagement strategies.
· Qualification in charity management, business administration, or animal welfare.
Please send your CV with a covering letter explaining why you would be suitable for the role to Ian Mash (Chairman) to: [email protected]
