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Health and social care

Case Study: Emmaus Colchester

At Charisma, we’re passionate about helping charities find the right people to lead and grow their organisations. That’s why we were thrilled to work with Emmaus Colchester in late 2022 to help them find their next Chief Executive.

At Charisma, we’re passionate about helping charities find the right people to lead and grow their organisations. That’s why we were thrilled to work with Emmaus Colchester in late 2022 to help them find their next Chief Executive.

It was an exciting time for Emmaus Colchester, as they emerged from the challenges of the COVID crisis in a strong financial position and were ready to take the charity to the next level. However, after trying to appoint a new Chief Executive themselves and having disappointing results, they reached out to us for help.

We knew that finding the perfect candidate would be no easy feat. The successful candidate would need a range of skills and experience, including senior level leadership experience, empathy for people facing vulnerable circumstances, financial management expertise, and innovative business strategy capabilities.

To find this person, we knew that simply posting an advertisement would not suffice. We needed to leverage our extensive network and headhunting skills. After careful consideration of candidates within a commutable locale with the required skillset, we identified 15 individuals who could be a good fit for the role.

Through our rigorous vetting process and interviews with candidates who made it through shortlisting rounds, we identified three high-caliber individuals who had everything Emmaus Colchester needed in its next leader.

The final decision was not easy; all three candidates brought unique strengths to the table. However, one stood out as being an exceptional candidate with a wealth of experience at senior levels in similar organisations. Ultimately, this individual demonstrated that they had what it took to provide leadership and strategic direction that would ensure Emmaus Colchester continued its growth trajectory.

We’re proud of our role in helping Emmaus Colchester secure such an excellent Chief Executive Officer. We believe that with their guidance and leadership, the organisation will continue on its path towards success.

At Charisma Charity Recruitment, we’re committed to helping organisations like Emmaus Colchester identify exceptional leaders who can help them achieve their goals. Through our extensive network and headhunting capabilities, we’re confident that we can help your charity find the right people to take it to new heights.

So, if you're looking for a recruitment partner who understands the unique challenges and opportunities of the third sector, get in touch with us today!

Author
Sandra Smith
Associate Director
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