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Chief Executive

Research Autism was launched in 2004 as the only charity exclusively dedicated to research into interventions for individuals with autism. We commission, carry out and support high quality, independent research in order to improve the quality of life and outlook of those who have autism or care in some way for autistic children and adults.

We are lucky to have access to a highly qualified panel of scientific and medical experts who evaluate our research projects prior to their approval; and through our patrons and trustees we have the active support of some of the world’s leading figures in autism and research. The charity was setup by our Chairman, and is run through a small, dedicated team working across research, funding, information management and marketing functions.

To take us through the next phase of Research Autism’s development we are looking for a lively, passionate CEO with excellent business and influencing skills. The role will have primary responsibility for the charity’s strategy, fund-raising and marketing activities, and for the day-to-day leadership and management of the charity’s operations and team.

You may have a background from the third sector or the private sector – either way, you will be a self-starter with broadly-based business and management skills, and a strong track record of experience in fund-raising, marketing and financial management. An understanding of autism is desirable but what is most important is a clear interest in making a positive impact on the lives of those with autism.

Please write to us with your CV, explaining why you think you are right for this role, and providing us with specific evidence of your ability to meet each of the requirements listed in the Experience section of the Personal Specification attached. Please enclose details of your current remuneration.

Closing date: 1st March 2010.

Further information on the Third Sector website

Volunteer

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our small team of 7 to help us achieve our goals working one day or 2 part days from our Bristol office.

Responsibilities will include

• the administration of a Trust Fund, including arranging meetings in compliance with governance requirements
• ensuring that our supporter database is kept up to date and developed
• assisting with our online publications database
• assisting with event organisation

We are a small team that all work together, and we are looking for someone who will also help with other tasks as required, this could include mailshots and events organisation, fundraising and research work for our website under the direction of the web editor.

Occasional travel to London may be required for which all expenses would be met. Obviously some financial experience is required, but just as importantly is someone who will be flexible and adaptable. We are happy to provide any training required.

If you are interested please contact Sarah Chivers on 01179748400 or sarah.chivers@researchautism.net

Our Bristol office can be found at Church House, Church Road, Filton, Bristol, BS34 7BD

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