Executive Director Mary's Meals International

Salary: 94851 plus benefits (Our pay philosophy ensures consistency across locations and salaries. The starting salary for this opportunity plus benefits depends on location of the candidate).

The role:

We are delighted to be recruiting for a visionary mission-driven leader to join Marys MealsInternational (MMI)as Executive this new role you will bereporting toourBoard of Trusteesthrough our Board Chairand working incollaborationwith our President & Founder of Marys Executive Directoryou will provide inspirational strategic and operational leadershipofMMI ensuringdelivery ofits key responsibilitieswithin theglobal strategic plan.

Leadingwith humility clarity and courageyou will championfaithful adherence to the vision mission and values of Marys Meals as we strive to grow ourglobalmovementand reach the next child waiting for Marys Meals.

As Executive Director you will:

• Lead MMI in deliveringitsobjectives across the three strategic pillars:Feed Grow and Strengthen.

• Oversee the coordination and implementation of global strategy.

• Provide inspirational leadership to MMI and the MMIExecutive Leadership Team.

• Strengthen organisational systems governance and development.

• Foster strong collaboration across the global network.

• Work closely with the Board President and Founder and MMI teams to support sustainable growth across Affiliate organisations.

About you:

You are an inspiring effectiveand authentic leader with significant experienceat executive or CEO levelin a complex organisation ideally with an international footprint. Experience in an international non-profit charity or social impact organisationwould be advantageous though not preference will be given to candidates with a deep understanding of our work gained through prior engagement with our mission.

You will also bring:

• Proven ability to inspire and lead senior teams while cultivating a strong organisational culture.

• Demonstrated success in developing and delivering strategy to drive growth innovation and organisational strengthening.

• Highly developed communication skillswith the ability to engage and influence diverse audiences.

• Proven experience ofleadingtransformational changewhile maintaining stability and mission focus.

• A deep personal commitment to the vision mission and values of Marys Meals.

About us:

We are aglobal movement supported by people from all walks of life united by onegoal that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of an organisation named after Mary the mother of Jesus and shaped by Christianvalues we feel that the way we do things is as important asthe resultand we welcome all who wish to play their part in our important continue to change the lives of over3million children who today will receive Marys Meals.

We are a values-driven organisation-we believe in the innate goodness of people respect the dignity of every human being and family life and believe in good stewardship of the resources entrusted to line with our values we are fully committed to a culture of safeguarding we arecommitted to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work and we expect all the Marys Meals familyto share this commitment and work in the best interest of the communities we serve. Our safe recruitment practices ensure that only those that are committed to our high standards join our movement.

We believe in the innate goodness and dignity of every line with this Marys Meals is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment. All applicants will be considered fairly and on merit without discrimination of any kind.

We are happy for you to work remotely and flexibly in a way that best supports your work-life balance. We have an office in Glasgow for those who would like to work from here occasionally or on a regular basis. Some travel to Glasgow other locations across the UK and to countries where Marys Meals operates will be required.

Our Benefits:

• 34 days annual leave (pro-rated for part time working patterns) including bank holidays increasing by 1 day each completed calendar year to a maximum of 39 days ( option to buy another week)
• Flexible working
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life assurance
• Pension

Additional Information:

Salary advertised is for UK based candidates our salary philosophy ensures consistency across locations where Marys Meals operates please reach out to for more information about salaries in other locations.

To apply:

If you are inspired to join our movement and our vision mission and values resonate with you we would love to hear from you. Please click Apply and include your CV and a succinct covering letter of no more than one A4 pagehighlightingyourmotivationssuitability andoutliningyourparticipation in our mission.

For any enquiries or questions regarding the role or to discuss any adjustments to our recruitment process please email Leanne Gordon Head of Recruitment at

Closing date for applications is Monday 22nd June 2026

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