With 75 years of experience our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds even in the most dangerous places inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 33000 staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable childrens life stories!

Key Responsibilities:

GOVERNANCE AND EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT MANAGER

Salary: 38500 per annum

Contract: Permanent Full time 36.5 hours per week

Location: Hybrid - 3 days in the Milton Keynes office

Join World Vision UK and Make a Real Difference

Are you an exceptional organiser with a passion for governance and a heart for making a difference World Vision UK is looking for a talented Governance and Executive Assistant Manager to join our dynamic team in Milton Keynes!

About this Opportunity

This is truly a unique and rewarding role that combines the best of both worlds strategic governance management and high-level executive support. You will be working at the very heart of our organisation supporting our Chief Executive and Board of Trustees whilst ensuring we maintain the highest standards of governance and compliance.

What makes this role special You will have the opportunity to work across dimensions of our charity from coordinating board meetings and supporting trustee development to providing essential executive assistance to our very busy CEO. Every day will be different and you will play a vital part in helping us achieve our mission of building a better world for the most vulnerable children who we serve.

What youll be doing

As our Governance and Executive Assistant Manager you will split your time between governance management (40%) and executive support (60%). Serving as the principal point of contact for our Board of Trustees ensuring they have everything they need to govern effectively

• Organising and coordinating Board meetings committee meetings and our AGM with meticulous attention to detail
• Providing high-level administrative support to our Chief Executive including diary management correspondence and meeting preparation
• Ensuring we stay compliant with all Charity Commission requirements and charity law
• Coordinating trustee recruitment induction and training programmes
• Supporting the planning and delivery of key organisational events and strategic planning sessions
• Acting as secretary to our Board Development Committee and Finance Audit and Risk Committee
• Managing governance documents and maintaining comprehensive records
• Supporting our CEO in relationship management with key partners donors and stakeholders

Is this you

We are seeking someone who combines governance expertise with outstanding administrative skills. Someone who:

• Has proven experience providing high-level executive support to senior leaders
• Understands charity governance inside out including trustee responsibilities and regulatory requirements
• Has exceptional attention to detail and can juggle multiple priorities with ease
• Communicates brilliantly both in writing and verbally (including minute-taking)
• Can build strong relationships at all levels from trustees to external stakeholders
• Exercises sound judgment and handles confidential information with absolute discretion
• Is proactive solution focused and brings a calm professional approach to everything you do
• Has commitment to supporting the Christian ethos and values of our organisation

It would be great if you also have:

• A qualification in governance or PA/EA secretarial practice
• Experience working within a Christian charity or faith-based organisation
• Knowledge of Charity Commission guidance and charity law

Our Christian identity underpins everything we do so as an active Christian this role offers you the opportunity to integrate your Christian faith and be sensitive to its various expressions across cultures and denominations. This role offers a genuine opportunity to develop your career in governance and executive support whilst contributing to something truly meaningful.

Ready to Join Us

If you are excited about this opportunity to combine your governance expertise with executive support skills all whilst supporting a cause that matters we would love you to hear from you!

Must be holding the Right to work documents for the UK as unfortunately this role is not sponsored.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with World Vision UK!

Why join World Vision UK

Work for World Vision UK and you will be part of a truly global Partnership building brighter futures for vulnerable children.

Please upload your CV of full employment history explaining any gaps of employment and reasons for leaving your previous employer. This must be accompanied with a covering letter stating how you meet the criteria given in this advert.

Closing Date for applications: 24th Feb 2026

We reserve the right to interview candidates and close the ad ahead of the closing date should a strong candidate be identified.

Universal acceptance for everyone everywhere is at the heart of our Christian organisation. We promote diversity of thought culture and background which connects the entire World Vision family. As such World Vision is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in our workforce. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented sections of the community. World Vision UK also operates flexible working policies and practices.

As a Disability committed employer we encourage qualified individuals with a disability to apply and request a reasonable adjustment if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability.

As a child focused organisation World Vision UK is committed to the safeguarding of children therefore any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks including a criminal records check.

Work for World Vision UK and you will be part of a truly global Partnership building brighter futures for vulnerable children.

World Vision UK is a registered organisation operating the Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS) and we shall check with your previous employers about your behaviour and conduct. We will be requesting they complete a form known as a Statement of Conduct. For more information see:

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