Job Description

Whole Child International\xe2\x80\x99s mission is to work within national systems to elevate the quality of care for children worldwide. Whole Child recognizes that quality of care has a profound impact on children\xe2\x80\x99s development. Whole Child specializes in relationship-centred care for children \xe2\x80\x93 responsive, consistent care that engenders stable attachments and trusting bonds between children and their primary caregivers. In addition, Whole Child understands the need to catalyse change across systems of care and that involving all stakeholders is critical to success. We believe that improving outcomes for children means supporting, engaging and coordinating with both the child protection and childcare systems. To this end, we have developed an approach designed to be collaboratively created with partner governments and other local stakeholders. We view ourselves more as facilitators than implementors. Our program is comprised of innovative and scalable tools, training programs, and practices that support governments and key local partners to make lasting, positive improvements across the child protection and childcare systems. We are seeking an inspiring CEO to lead Whole Child International through the next phase of our growth and deepening our impact on children\xe2\x80\x99s development. You will lead the continued development of our program as well as inspiring, leading and mentoring a global team. Candidates who have limited expertise in childcare should not be discouraged from applying. Most importantly, our next CEO must demonstrate a personal commitment to a systems-based and co-created approach to development. The successful candidate will bring a considerable track record of leadership and management with the ability to inspire, motivate and empower staff in an international and cross-cultural working environment. The ideal CEO will be a senior leader capable of leading Whole Child International in expanding our networks and reputation and facilitate the growth of our programs and impact. To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter, detailing how you fulfil the role description and personal specification. The deadline for applications is 9am BST Monday 12th June 2023 The role location is flexible across the US East Coast, the UK and Europe. The salary for the role will be USD $150-200k, variable dependent upon location and experience. It is the policy of Whole Child International to provide equal opportunity in all aspects of employment for all persons, to prohibit discrimination in employment because of age, color, handicap, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, race, religion, creed, political affiliation, veterans\xe2\x80\x99 status, military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, participation in discrimination complaint-related activities, or any other status protected by law. Perrett Laver will be conducting an executive search and supporting Whole Child International on this appointment. Longlisted candidates will be invited to interview with Perrett Laver in July 2023 and final formal interviews with Whole Child International in August and September 2023. Accessibility Statement For any initials questions about your application or for conversation in confidence, please contact Isabela Betoret at Isabela.betoret@perrettlaver.com Should you require access to these documents in alternative formats, please contact Mandy Wedgwood at mandy.wedgwood@perrettlaver.com If you have comments that would support us to improve access to documentation, or our application processes more generally, please do not hesitate to contact us via accessibility@perrettlaver.com GDPR Statement Protecting your personal data is of the utmost importance to Perrett Laver and we take this responsibility very seriously. Any information obtained by our trading divisions is held and processed in accordance with the relevant data protection legislation. The data you provide us with is securely stored on our computerised database and transferred to our clients for the purposes of presenting you as a candidate and/or considering your suitability for a role you have registered interest in. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Perrett Laver is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is \xe2\x80\x98Legitimate Interests\xe2\x80\x99. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy,