British Nutrition Foundation

CEO

Job Reference UAQAHA
Closing Date Friday 06 Aug 2021

At the British Nutrition Foundation, our vision is that everyone can access healthy, sustainable diets. We are contributing towards this through our mission of translating evidence-based nutrition science in engaging and actionable ways. In all aspects of our work, we aim to generate and communicate clear, accurate, accessible information on nutrition, diet and lifestyle, which is impartial and relevant to the needs of diverse audiences, in particular the general public, the media, government, schools, health professionals, and food and beverage companies.

The British Nutrition Foundation is now looking to appoint an inspiring, self-driven CEO who will galvanise our wide-ranging stakeholders to lead and deliver an ambitious new strategy for the charity. You will bring a track record of shaping and executing strategic change, leading and developing high performing teams and organisational management. You must have the ability to network, establish good professional relationships and influence across a range of stakeholders, including the media, consumers, academia, industry and policy makers. You will lead, and further develop, an enthusiastic team of scientists, educators and communicators while maintaining the values of integrity, quality, positivity, and collaboration. The new CEO will work closely with an energetic and ambitious Board of Trustees in leading the Foundation on its next stage of development, at this exciting time of change and opportunity. With the increased focus on diet and heath, especially during the pandemic, the need for, and value of, our services has never been greater.

Reflecting the diverse communities that the British Nutrition Foundation are proud to support, we are committed to finding a CEO who is dedicated to furthering diversity and inclusion within the charity. We actively and warmly encourage applications therefore from a broad and deep range of backgrounds and experiences.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to the British Nutrition Foundation on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference UAQAHA. Alternatively telephone +44 (0)20 7227 0880 (during office hours). Applications should be received by noon on Friday 6th August 2021.

With the increased focus on diet and heath, especially during the pandemic, the need for, and value of, our services has never been greater.