Chief Executive
British Association for Psychopharmacology
Salary
£50,000-£65,000 per year
About the Organisation
BAP now wishes to appoint an individual with a background in neuroscience, psychiatry, mental health, and other related areas, and experience in supporting and delivering organizational scientific and educational activities. The appointee would have the title of Chief Executive and be part of a growing team, that would work strategically and practically with the BAP President, Officers, Council Members, and wider membership in helping to deliver and broaden its scientific and educational program.
About the role
The Chief Executive will head the BAP office in Cambridge: the appointee will become the ‘line manager’ for the existing staff. The Chief Executive will report to the BAP President (involving the Immediate Past President, and President-Elect when needed), will independently line-manage BAP office staff, and be a valued partner to Council in strategic issues.
Responsibilities
- Working with the President and Council to develop, implement, and oversee BAP strategy including business planning
- Undertaking executive and operational functions, to ensure positive and productive interactions between BAP and its members, and its clients and customers
- Liaising with external partners, including industry partners, under the direction of the Council
- Communicating with the Charity Commission and Companies House
- Overseeing all operational and administrative functions: including line managing day-to-day operations of office staff, including budgets, accounts, internal affairs, organization of activities (meetings, awards, etc.), membership support, and support to Council and taskforces
- Assisting with the recruitment of new office staff, as required
- Working with the BAP Director of Education and BAP Officers in organizing and delivering components of the educational portfolio (including attending Certificate meetings and Masterclasses in person)
- Supporting the Website and Communications Officer in the development of the website, delivery of the Online CPD Resource and live online events, automating office procedures, and raising the BAP profile through social media activities
- Mentoring and appraising office staff
- Working with the President and Officers in planning Council meetings, formulating Action Points and Minutes, and overseeing agreed Action Plans
- Monitoring the status of Council and co-ordinating the nomination and election of Council members
- Helping to build and maintain clear and consistent BAP ‘brand’ awareness, and devising and implementing associated strategy
- Liaising with BAP members to support their involvement in delivering educational activities, CPD modules, and guidelines that support BAP objectives
- Building relationships with the wider membership to encourage involvement in BAP activities
- Attending all Council meetings, the annual Summer Meeting, and Educational meetings as required
- Undertaking other agreed roles and responsibilities as circumstances change
Skills, Competencies & Experience
- 10 years of working experience within professional organizations
- 5 years working as a manager within professional organizations managing promotional activities and events within the budget having experience in workplace digital media
- Service-oriented attitude helping to compile and summarise financial reports
- Knowledge about brand management and marketing in a professional environment
- Orientated towards results, and excellent interpersonal skills
- Approach to teamwork an awareness of commercial opportunities
- Skilled in building partnerships and a creative and innovative approach to problem-solving
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of or a background in neuroscience, mental health, and other related disciplines
- Evidence of academic success and mentoring and appraisal skills
- Self-motivated, proactive, and creative team player
- Achieving a balance of strategic and hands-on activities
- Extensively developed leadership and communication skills
- Demonstrating a sensitivity to cultural differences
Required Qualifications
- Undergraduate Degree
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Pension Plan
- 6 Months Probation Period
- Pension Scheme
Working locations
- Hybrid model, working in the Cambridge office and remotely
How to apply
- Send an email to Lynne Harmer at [email protected] with a CV and 1-page of a cover letter by Friday 6th December 2024.
Interviews
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The interview will take in Online