Job opportunity: Chief Executive Officer

This is your chance to step into a mission-led CEO role at the heart of sport, health and community landscape in our area. As we move into a new strategic phase, we're looking for someone who can connect people, influence systems, and build on strong foundations to lead us through exciting times ahead.

You don't need a background in sport, but you must be passionate about tackling inequality and creating opportunities through movement and community partnerships.

You'll bring:

• Strategic leadership and people-first values
• Political and policy awareness
• Partnership-building experience across sectors
• A commitment to equity, inclusion, and collaboration
• Strong communication and the ability to inspire trust

You'll lead an experienced team, shape our next funding bid, and work with local and national partners to embed sport and physical activity into health, education, and place-based strategies.

You'll also be supported by a dedicated Board and trusted as a visible, empowering presence within our organisation.

Location and flexibility

This role is hybrid. While our office is in Morley, we're more interested in presence than postcode. Regular in-person engagement across South and West Yorkshire will be essential.

Message from our Chair about the role

You don't need to meet every requirement to apply. If this role excites you and you think you could make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Watch this video to find out more about the role.

Closing date for applications: 13 May 2025 at 5pm

Closing date for work sample submission: 15 May 2025 at noon

Longlisted candidates will receive a verification call by level=

First Stage in-person carousel interview: 10 June 2025

Second Stage interview: 16 June 2025

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