Chief Executive Officer

Move On – CEO

About Move On

For almost 30 years, Move On has supported people across Glasgow and Edinburgh who are facing a wide range of challenges. This can be experience of the criminal justice system; in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction; long-term unemployment; are or have been impacted by homelessness; and poor mental or physical health.

We believe that we all need support at different times in our lives. For too many people a lack of opportunities is a barrier to reaching their full potential. We want to change that.

Our services offer everyone an equal chance to gain experience, skills and confidence, achieve personal goals and reach a brighter future. For one person that could be building the self-confidence to use public transport alone, for someone else it could be earning the qualifications they need to secure their first job.

Every day we support people in their next steps to live an independent and fulfilling life.

Our services include:

• Mentoring
  We link volunteer mentors with young people displaying “at risk” signs. These signs may be low attendance at school; welfare issues at home; poor mental health; lack of positive social networks; or being bullied. A consistent and trusted adult in a young person’s life can support them to take part in new experiences, develop skills, and increase their confidence.
• Skills and employability
  We offer a variety of employability courses for people facing complex barriers to work. All of our courses support people to increase their confidence; gain qualifications; develop and improve their CV; build work skills; set goals; and raise their aspirations.

Through our social enterprise, FareShare Glasgow and the West of Scotland, we are also able to offer practical work experience, including driving lessons and forklift operator training.

We are an SQA accredited centre and offer SQA Awards in Core Skills, Employability, Personal Development and the Certificate of Work Readiness.

• Literacy, numeracy and financial capability support
  We support people to feel more confident in their reading, writing, spelling, number work, IT skills and oral communication through one-to-one and group work activities.

We apply a trauma skilled, person-centred approach to addressing people’s needs, ensuring that they have a dedicated key worker who will listen to their concerns and respond, working with them on their individual challenges to unlock potential so that they can achieve employability outcomes and progressions.

We offer a flexible, outcome-focussed service, maximising impact by working with individuals to be in control of setting and achieving personal goals. We maximise impact by ensuring individuals are in control of setting and achieving personal goals.

We are committed to supporting people where they need it, when they need it and for as long as they need it.

The Role

This is a pivotal leadership role requiring a dynamic and values-led CEO who can balance strategic oversight with hands-on leadership. The CEO will be accountable for organisational performance, financial health, and the successful delivery of Move On’s vision, mission, and strategic ambitions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the development and delivery of Move On’s strategic plan, ensuring alignment with organisational values and purpose.
• Providing strong financial leadership, including oversight of budgeting, financial controls, and long-term sustainability.
• Leading, motivating, and developing staff and volunteers across multiple teams, locations, and activities.
• Supporting effective governance and working closely with the Board to enable informed decision-making and strategic oversight.
• Ensuring compliance with charity law, safeguarding, health and safety, and best-practice standards.
• Acting as a visible ambassador for Move On, building strong relationships with funders, partners, corporate supporters, and stakeholders.
• Identifying and delivering opportunities for growth, diversification, and service improvement.
• Leading delivery of ambitious income generation and growth plans, including the development of the Glasgow Coronation Food Hub and wider employability and social enterprise activity.
• Fostering a positive, inclusive organisational culture where people are supported to thrive and achieve their potential.

The Candidate

The successful candidate is likely to demonstrate:

• Proven senior leadership experience within the third sector or a values-driven organisation.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience managing complex budgets and diverse income streams.
• A strategic mindset, with a track record of delivering organisational growth and measurable impact.
• Experience leading people across diverse teams and operational environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective partnerships.
• Experience delivering ambitious income generation targets and developing strategic partnerships.
• A clear commitment to Move On’s values and to supporting people facing barriers to opportunity.

Experience of social enterprise development, employability pathways, volunteering, or supporting people affected by issues such as homelessness, addiction, or disadvantage would be advantageous.

The Opportunity

This is a compelling opportunity to lead a respected and impactful Scottish charity at an exciting point in its development. The CEO will play a central role in shaping innovative services, expanding social enterprise activity, and maximising the impact of significant recent investment, including Scotland’s first Coronation Food Hub.

With an annual turnover of approximately £1.7m, Move On delivers large-scale impact, including millions of meals redistributed each year, strong employability outcomes, and extensive volunteer engagement. The CEO will help build on this success, ensuring Move On continues to make a meaningful difference to individuals and communities across Scotland.

Move On is an inclusive organisation and welcomes applications from candidates from all backgrounds who share its values and ambition.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Lauryn Pringle or Debbie Shields at Aspen People on 0141 212 7555.

To apply, please upload your CV and cover letter (as one document) HERE.

Closing date: Monday 2nd February 2026

Interviews Scheduled:  1st Stage – Wednesday 18th February , 2nd Stage Wednesday 25th February