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Person Specification

When completing your application please address all the points set out below.

  • A commitment to, and a genuine interest in, Depaul UK’s mission and values and the operational delivery of our services and programmes.
  • Fully qualified accountant (CCAB or CIMA), with post-qualification experience in senior financial management positions and a track record of producing financial strategy, planning, reporting, monitoring and budgeting.
  • Excellent knowledge and understanding of UK financial regulations, including Charity SORP and its application.
  • An excellent people manager, with demonstrable experience of leading and driving change programs.
  • Experience of working in a senior leadership/executive team.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills at all levels to build credibility with all stakeholders from operational ‘frontline’ staff to senior executives and Trustees.
  • Ability to report and present to staff and Board powerfully and persuasively.
  • Ability to work under pressure and effectively manage personal and team wellbeing.
  • Ability to evaluate new business ideas and developments.
  • Computer literate, with experience of using relevant software required for planning, monitoring and reporting.
  • Experience of supported housing management and public sector commissioning processes would be desirable.
  • Experience of managing teams across a range of disciplines would be desirable.

Vincentian Values

The Depaul Group began in the UK in 1989 at the initiative of the late Cardinal Basil Hume, as a response to the needs of the growing numbers of homeless people on the streets of London. Vincentian values are at the heart of what we do, they focus on:

  • A commitment to rights and responsibilities.
  • A focus on putting our words into action.
  • Taking a wider role in civil society.
  • A belief in the potential of people.

You can read more about St Vincent de Paul, Depaul UK and Depaul International on our website.