We’re hiring: Chief Executive
Bad information ruins lives. It promotes hate, damages people’s health, and hurts democracy.
Full Fact is an award-winning UK-based independent charity that works to promote accuracy and honesty in public debate and combat misinformation.
By fact checking and asking people to correct the record when they get things wrong, Full Fact seeks to reduce the spread of bad information. Millions of people rely on our work, whether it’s to make vital health decisions or to decide who to trust with their vote.
We don’t take sides. We were launched by a cross-party group, and our board includes representatives of different political parties and viewpoints.
The Role
This is an opportunity to lead a campaigning organisation that intends to change the information environment, mobilising thousands of people who, like us, feel we all deserve better than bad information.
Full Fact’s CEO is the public face of a significant change movement in the world. You will be engaging with, challenging, and advocating among some of the most senior and influential individuals from political parties, companies including internet companies, government, the media, and civil society, and will require a high degree of independence and respect for facts and for the views of others.
It’s an important and fascinating time to take on this role. The next general election could be a turning point for campaign standards—in one direction or another. The rise of generative AI creates a whole new set of opportunities and challenges. Lack of faith in politicians, politics, and government has been a top ten issue for the public for a long time, currently ahead of even topics like immigration and housing in public concern according to the Ipsos Issues Index.
As CEO, you will be responsible for leading Full Fact's strategic vision and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the organisation. You will work closely with our staff, board of trustees, and external stakeholders to ensure that Full Fact is at the forefront of factchecking and is making a positive impact on public discourse in the UK.
We are looking for applications from leaders with a commitment to promoting accuracy in public debate and increasing accountability of those in power. You will be able to effect change, exercise political judgement, mobilise large groups of supporters, fundraise for the organisation, and safeguard Full Fact for the future. You will need a good understanding of the online information ecosystem.
We understand that different candidates will have different strengths and those may not exactly match what is in the job spec. We are keen to hear from you whether or not you have previously had a CEO role. If you are not sure whether to apply, please do.
How to apply
Our recruitment process aims to see you at your best and to use your time well. We are committed to working to ensure that our recruitment practices are as fair as possible free from bias and discrimination, and we prefer to sift applications anonymously.
To apply, you will need to submit a 2 page CV and covering letter, addressed to Michael Samuel, Chair of the Board detailing how you fulfil the role description and personal specification via Perrett Laver. The deadline for applications is 9am BST Friday 26th May.
Applications will be treated in confidence. They will be reviewed by Perrett Laver, Full Fact’s CEO, and a group of trustees. Sifting and selection will be done by a group of trustees, and the final decision will be made by the board.
Will Moy, the current CEO, is happy to speak with anyone considering applying but there is no pressure to do this. There will be a chance for a longer conversation later in the process.
Full Fact is being supported in this recruitment by executive search firm Perrett Laver and they will anonymize all CVs and letters before they reach the board for review.
NB: To ensure equal opportunities for all applicants, please refrain from including personal information such as citizenship, marital status, and date of birth that could reveal protected characteristics.. This information will not be considered, and all candidates will be evaluated solely on their qualifications, experience, and merit. If you are including degree details please refrain from including the name of the university. Please include your full name at the top of your CV and letter once only.
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What we offer
£95,000 + standard pension.
25 days leave. On top of this, Full Fact closes between Christmas and New Year.
We are happy to talk about flexible working, including job shares. However, this role cannot be done part time.
Location: We expect the CEO to be based in or within easy reach of London for most of the week, as this is where most of the key contacts are based. Full Fact is a remote first organisation with staff all over the country. We have an office in central London. Experience of working with remote teams will be valuable. How these are balanced to fulfil Full Fact’s mission would be up to you and the management team.
Full Fact is committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair and accessible to all. Please let us know of any adjustments you need so that we can see you at your best and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
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