At a glance

Skills

Marketing strategy
Public relations
Financial management
Business development / Sales
Fundraising strategy
Public speaking
General / operations management
Office and Administration Management
Volunteer management

Where

Rotherham, S60 2DT

Remote opportunity

Time

Mostly during office hours Estimate of time needed:
7-15 hours / week Working hours are flexible and at discretion of volunteer. Communication is mostly by email, phone and Zoom link. Most committee meetings are at 10.00

Deadline

30 Jun 2025

This challenging CEO role may suit a recent retiree from the business world eager to keep the little grey cells working.

What will you be doing?

The volunteer CEO will work with a small executive team and coordinate activities through various committees responsible for marketing, communications (social media and newsletter), education, and R&D. Also with semi-autonomous ESTA chapters in five countries.

The volunteer CEO will oversee the implementation of a new three-year strategic plan for growth. They will report formally to the ESTA Board and work from day to day with a small governance committee.

We are a young organization and are sufficiently flexible to welcome the input of new ideas and methods.

What are we looking for?

Experience in middle/senior management, preferably with non-profit organizations
Strong experience in public relations, marketing and fund-raising
Knowledge of leadership and management principles
Experience in managing budgets
Proven success working with a board of directors
Entrepreneurial mindset with an innovative approach to business planning
Ability to think and act strategically
A dynamic and charismatic player who enjoys being the public face of an organization
Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skills

What difference will you make?

ESTA has grown swiftly. We have a large and active team of volunteers in the UK and Europe who need coordination and leadership - rewarding work if you have the circus ringmaster skills required.

Before you apply

Please apply through Reach in the first instance. Please provide a cover letter detailing why you are interested in this role and your relevant experience. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview by an informal Zoom chat with an ESTA executive.

About European Speciality Tea Association

Causes

Education

Organisation type:

Not for profit

The European Speciality Tea Association (ESTA) is a professional accreditation body and a recognized authority in quality tea. We are a membership-based association built on the foundations of...

Chief Executive Officer