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Overview

CADAT (Citizens Advice Diss, Thetford & District) is partnering with Michelle Denny Recruitment Consultancy to appoint their next Chief Executive Officer. This is an opportunity for a bold and visionary leader to guide the organisation through its next phase of transformation, innovation and community impact. The role offers flexibility in working arrangements (full-time, part-time, fractional, interim or permanent) with salary discussed in confidence.

About the Role

Building on the strong leadership and foundations established at CADAT, the CEO role is evolving to take a transformational approach — strengthening CADAT as a proactive community adviser, forging strategic partnerships and driving economic development to deliver long-term prosperity and regional impact. The successful candidate will advance CADAT as a proactive force for community prosperity, skills development and strategic collaboration.

Candidate Profile

CADAT is looking for a candidate who brings:

• Energy and Drive - Courage and enthusiasm to inspire and push the organisation forward
• Strength in Leadership - Proven experience leading organisations through growth and change
• Strategic Vision - Ability to shape and deliver bold strategies that blend advice services with economic and community development
• Partnership Building - Strong relationship-building skills with businesses, funders and local authorities
• Openness to Diverse Backgrounds - Transferable leadership skills from outside the charity sector are welcomed

Working Arrangements

CADAT welcomes applications from candidates seeking a variety of working styles:

• Permanent - A long-term leadership role with full organisational responsibility and continuity
• Interim - A fixed-term appointment focused on delivering strategic change or transition
• Part-time - A reduced-hours schedule (e.g. 2–3 days per week) with involvement in day-to-day operations
• Fractional - A flexible arrangement where the CEO provides strategic leadership on a part-time basis, potentially alongside other commitments, with a focus on high-level impact

This flexibility allows CADAT to attract a wide range of experienced leaders while ensuring the organisation benefits from stable and visionary leadership.

Why Join CADAT?

• Lead a respected organisation with deep community roots and national relevance
• Shape a future where advice services contribute to long-term prosperity and resilience
• Benefit from flexible working arrangements tailored to individual availability
• Make a lasting impact in a region ready for transformation

Commitment

A minimum commitment of two years is required to ensure stability and deliver meaningful change. Longer-term engagement is welcomed.

Contact

Applications are now open. For a confidential conversation or to express interest, please contact Michelle Denny or apply online in the first instance.

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Other

Job function

• Management

Industries

• Community Services
• Consumer Services