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Chief Executive

January 2014

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January 2014 Dear Applicant Leeds Jewish Housing Association – Chief Executive Thank you for your interest in this position. Enclosed is the information you will require to assist you in completing your application. To apply please can you:

Provide an up-to-date CV which shows your full career history with any breaks explained – we recommend that this is no longer than three pages;

Write a supporting statement detailing how you are a good candidate for this post and how you fulfil the person specification – we recommend that this should be a maximum of around three pages;

Complete the combined compliance and equal opportunities form; and

Indicate on the compliance form if you cannot attend the interview date.

Please note that applications can only be considered if all the documentation is completed. However, it is not mandatory to complete the equalities section within the compliance form. The information requested is for monitoring purposes in line with our commitment to equality and diversity, and will not affect the outcome of your application. Once complete, please send your application, preferably in MS Word format, by email to [email protected] or by post to: Campbell Tickell Recruitment, Olympic Office Centre, 8 Fulton Road, Wembley, HA9 0NU. Due to postal unreliability we recommend you e-mail your application to us wherever possible to avoid missing the deadline.

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Leeds Jewish Housing Association Recruitment to the role of Chief Executive

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Applications must be received by Friday 14 February 2014 at 12 noon. It is your responsibility to ensure that we have received your application. If you do not receive confirmation of receipt of your application from us within 24 hours of sending, please call 020 3434 0990 to ensure it has arrived. You should also ensure that you use a secure email address from which to send your application, as our system will filter out emails if it believes them to have been sent from unsecured sites that are often used to send spam emails. In order to avoid last-minute IT issues, we also ask that you allow yourself ample time to submit your application in advance of the deadline. Details of the selection process can be found on page 19. Please do contact me if you wish to have an informal discussion about the role or if you have any questions on 07900 363803 or 020 3434 0990. I look forward to hearing from you. Kind regards

Kelly Shaw Senior Associate Consultant



Contents

Page

Welcome letter from the Chair 5

About Leeds Jewish Housing Association 6

LjHA Honorary Officers 8

LjHA Senior Executives 10

Job description 11

Person specification 14

Communication channels structure chart 17

Principal terms and conditions of service 18

Key dates and the selection process 19

The advertisement 20

The following supplementary information can be downloaded from www.campbelltickell.com:

Report and Financial Statements 2013

Business Plan 2012 – 2022 – Executive Summary

Tenant Talk September 2013

Tenant Talk December 2013/January 2014

To find out more please also visit the LJHA website: www.ljha.drupalgardens.com

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Welcome letter

LjHA building on a strong foundation

Appointment of Chief Executive

Every organisation likes to think they are special, but at Leeds Jewish Housing Association (LjHA) we know that what we do and deliver is special. Our vision is to enable Jewish people and others with limited choices to have access to good quality, appropriate and affordable housing located within their own community. Importantly we are highly committed to providing a valued service to tenants and residents.

We are looking to appoint our next Chief Executive, a leader who will sign up to our aims and values and be committed to delivering a quality and affordable service. With senior experience the newly appointed Chief Executive must ensure that we are an effective business, providing value for money and responsive services to our tenants. However, our ambitions go further. We seek to develop additional housing, engage in social partnerships and use innovation to add value to our communities.

We want to hear from exceptional candidates with a proven track record of leadership. You will be a strategic thinker, display exceptional motivational skills and have the talent to make an outstanding contribution to the on-going development of LJHA.

If you believe that you have the experience, ability and enthusiasm for the role and seek the twin challenges of senior professional development and making your mark then this could be the opportunity you have been waiting for. We therefore very much look forward to receiving your application.

Kate Pearlman-Shaw

Chair



About Leeds Jewish Housing Association

Leeds Jewish Housing Association (LjHA) is a Registered Social Provider recognised for being a Jewish led, minority ethnic housing association, providing secure, safe and sustainable homes primarily for the local Jewish Community. LjHA is committed to providing and maintaining sustainable community housing, focussing mainly on the needs of the local Jewish population. LJHA's policies and procedures conform to Housing Corporation performance standards. LJHA is striving to operate within the guidance of the Best Value framework and decisions are in line with Leeds City Council's locality priorities. To ensure deliverability, a strategic and costed rolling programme has been devised covering business, asset management and development planning over the next decade. The Association is keen to identify potential liabilities and create safe mixed tenure neighbourhoods with quality homes at prices people can afford, in places they want to live. Key targets are the maintenance and upgrading of standards in existing properties and re-development of some sites to meet need and consolidate LJHA's assets. LjHA is committed to working in, with and for, local communities in North Leeds providing and maintaining properties that are affordable and accessible to people with disabilities, on low or fixed incomes, the young and old, families, single persons and people who have special needs. LjHA ensure that the they provide the best value and care in the community, whilst supporting the active involvement and participation of tenants, residents and share representatives in the association’s management and decision-making process. LjHA is regulated by the Homes and Communities Agency and is a member of the National Federation of Housing Associations and the Chartered Institute of Housing. LjHA strives to achieve high performance in all areas of activity and provide a valued service to tenants and residents. LjHA's vision is to enable Jewish people and others with limited choices to have access to good quality, appropriate and affordable housing located within their own community. The Jewish Community The British Jewish Community is a heterogeneous ethnic identified grouping with varying social and housing needs. It is an established, largely assimilated, relatively affluent, well educated and very self-reliant community. The general Jewish population living in the UK (according to the 2001 Census) is 270,000, when adjusted for undercounting predictions show a possible maximum of 341,000.



The Jewish Community is in numerical decline and it is estimated that there has been a population decrease of some 25% since 1951. There are various contributing factors including low birth rate, emigration and assimilation. Communities outside London or Manchester are more significantly affected by lower numbers; for example Leeds is the third largest Community with an estimated population of around 9,000 showing a decline of some 60% since its height in the 1950's. Despite a long history of settlement and assimilation into British Society the Jewish Community is particularly sensitive to changes in the political climate especially in Israel and the Middle-East, often exacerbating overt and covert judeophobic, anti-Semitic and racist actions.



The LjHA Honorary Officers

Kate Pearlman-Shaw - Chair Kate is the Chair of LJHA. The rest of the time she is a Lead Consultant at ORConsulting, a psychology for business practice that offers psychological solutions to complex business issues in large FTSE 100 Companies. She specialises in cultural change management and leadership development especially in creating sustained behavioural and

attitudinal change. Before moving to the private sector Kate worked for 20 years in the NHS as a Clinical Psychologist and latterly, Mental Health Services Manager.

Jayne Wynick - Vice-Chair Jayne Wynick runs a financial para-planning business offering research and report writing to Financial Advisers in all matters of financial services. She is married with 2 grown up children and one dog. She has been involved with LJHA for over 8 years and is co-chairman of the Housing Services committee.

Lisa Baker - Vice-Chair As well as serving as joint Chair of Housing services at LJHA Lisa Baker is mother to a 4 year old and is a partner specialising in Child Care Law at a 9 office West Yorkshire Firm. In her downtime(!) Lisa is also chair of Families Forward a charity providing contact services for separated families and co runs the Toddler services at her local synagogue.

Adam Baxter Originally from Leeds and trained as a Chartered Surveyor he spent seven years working in London before returning to Leeds with an international real estate consultancy firm. My background is commercial property management and I run the property management team, in our Leeds office, covering the Yorkshire and North East region of the country. He is

married with three young children. When back-packing around the world (many years ago) he did a bungee jump from a suspension bridge in New Zealand, 340 feet above a flowing river!



Dr Ken Shenderey Retired general practitioner and university lecturer in medical ethics. Past president of the Leeds Jewish Representative Council. Past chairman of the West Yorkshire Police, Committee on Race Hate. More than 25 years as a member of the Management Committee of the Leeds Jewish Housing Association and latterly chairman of Building Services. Married to Ros and father of two children and three grandchildren.

Mark Manning A local lad who has grown up in Alwoodley and works in his family business, Manning Stainton. Married to Michelle and has two young children who attend Brodetsky the local primary school. His spare time is often spent at home with Michelle and the kids. When allowed he might sneak off to the golf club or gym, but not so much these days! Like all the Honorary officers, he is dedicated to ensuring the continued success of

the Association for the present and future generations of the local community.

Daniel Myers Having obtained a degree in Mathematics from the University of Durham, Daniel qualified and practised as a chartered accountant, before spending over ten years in corporate banking and leveraged finance with UK and overseas banks. More recently, he spent two years as CFO of an international language services business, before taking up his current position two years ago as CFO of a multinational

manufacturer of components for the automotive industry. Daniel is married with two almost grown up children and has been involved as a member of the finance committee and development working party of the LJHA for a little under 10 years. In his spare time he likes walking and following a variety of sports and has recently completed a 24 hour 60 mile walk for another Leeds-based charity.



The LjHA Senior Executives

Dr Stephen Lewis - Chief Executive Previously Main Board Director of a High Street Retail PLC responsible for IT, Warehousing and Logistics having had 20 years experience in IT. He took early retirement to develop web based services that help charities manage and promote fund-raising events. He has been involved with LJHA for over 20 years primarily concentrating

on Building Services before becoming Chair of the Association and then Chief Executive in 2013. He enjoys walking, photography and being a grandfather.

Pat Collinson - Corporate Services Director Pat is an ACMA and HMC in Business and Finance has worked in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors on the infrastructure which allows a solid basis for service delivery. A qualified Management Accountant and HR specialist she also has lead responsibility for Risk Management, Health & Safety and the Repairs and Maintenance Service having worked with LJHA for over 10 years.

Craig Simons - Housing Services Director Craig is the Housing Services Director of LJHA. He has been employed by LJHA since 2007 where he came as Project Director, overseeing the building of a sheltered housing scheme as well as seven family houses. In 2012 Craig completed a course in Housing Practice at Salford University where he achieved an MSc (with Merit). Craig now oversees all “people” related issues at LJHA including applicants and tenants.

Craig is married to Louisa and has 2 children and is an active member within the Leeds Jewish Community.



Job description

Job Title: Chief Executive

Responsible to: Board of Management

Job Purpose:

To lead the Association and its staff team in the delivery of corporate objectives.

To advise and make recommendations to the Board of Management on policy and strategy and working with the Chair, Board and Committees to define its strategic direction.

To ensure that the Association meets the highest standards of service delivery, governance and ethical behaviour.

Main Duties:

1. Vision & Strategy 1.1. To work with the Chair, Board and Committees to define and set the

Association’s strategic direction and vision and to ensure that appropriate processes are in place to deliver, monitor and review strategic plans.

1.2. Work with the Chair, Board and Committees to ensure the Association’s fulfils its governance responsibilities and that the business of the Board is properly conducted.

1.3. To define and promote the Association’s corporate vision and values and work with all stakeholders in ensuring services meet current and future needs.

1.4. To identify and develop opportunities within the vision. 1.5. To act in and promote the best interests of the Association, working

collaboratively to consolidate, build and maintain effective relationships with key partners, service users, regulators, lenders, other stakeholders and the wider community.

2. Tenants & Housing 2.1. Ensure that tenants welfare remains as the highest priority and at the forefront

of the Associations aims. 2.2. Ensure all tenants are treated fairly. 2.3. Ensure the Association promotes diversity and equality. 2.4. Ensure the existing properties are maintained to the highest possible standards

and that older properties are refurbished to current standards. 2.5. To evaluate the possibilities of rebuilding or developing new build properties by

maximising current values and looking for innovative funding opportunities.



3. Management Team & Staff

3.1. To provide leadership and manage staff and resources in order to optimise

efficiency, effectiveness and continuous improvement and to ensure staff are motivated to achieve agreed performance standards and a customer-orientated service.

3.2. To appraise the performance of the Directors and other key managers to ensure they meet performance expectations and support their on-going professional development.

3.3. To ensure the recruitment, training, discipline, allocation of duties, welfare, development and safety of all staff in accordance with personnel policies.

3.4. To ensure that the Association’s health and safety, equal opportunities, customer care and other corporate policies are reflected in the team and to monitor the same.

3.5. To provide strong, people focused leadership, approach and style to all employees, tenants and the board.

3.6. To ensure that relationships between senior staff and the Board are positive and focus on the business of the organisation.

4. Regulation & Finance 4.1. To ensure the Association’s Financial Strategy is fit for purpose and that there

are effective financial performance and controls in place to secure financial viability.

4.2. To ensure that all necessary statutory returns are made, as appropriate. 4.3. To report to the Board on performance against targets and on issues affecting

the effective running of the organisation. 4.4. To ensure that risk management is an integral part of the strategy and that

business continuity processes are in place, i.e. internal audit, compliance and risk management processes.

4.5. To keep organisational structures, staffing processes and resources under review to ensure that they fully support future service and development needs.

4.6. To work with the HCA and other relevant regulatory bodies 4.7. To ensure the quality of services and the best possible outcomes are achieved

and effectively meet the aspirations of the tenants, contractual and quality standards.

4.8. To undertake the duties of Company Secretary. 4.9. To chair meetings with Directors and Senior Officers who form part of the

Executive team, such Executive team having power only to make recommendations and interpret the policies as laid down by the Board of Management.

4.10. To oversee the efficient and economic management of the Association’s properties and their Tenants in accordance with the aims, objectives and ethos of the Association and Board of Management.

4.11. To liaise with the Executive team and other staff in establishing the formulation and review of policy and procedure.



4.12. To ensure that efficiencies and savings are made where feasible to deliver better value for money.

5. Community Relations 5.1. To work in partnership with other relevant community organisations for the

best interests of the organisation. 5.2. To represent the Association at a local, regional and national level to raise the

profile and enhance the reputation of the organisation and ensure the future viability of the business. To identify and influence key stakeholders

6. Health & Safety 6.1. To deliver and implement an effective health and safety strategy, in liaison with

the Executive Directors and other members of staff. 6.2. Ensure that staff have adequate training and supervision to ensure their health

and safety at work.

Discharge such other duties as the Board of LjHA may reasonably determine



Person specification

Essential Desirable

Experience

Senior management level experience leading an organisation through significant and effective change.

Track record in developing people, strategic planning and managing and minimising risk.

Experience of creating effective strategic partnership arrangements

Experience of delivering continuous service improvement in an organisation.

Substantial experience of effective staff management

Preparation, promotion and implementation of business plans and other planning/bidding documents.

Experience of effective working with voluntary Board or Management Committee.

Experience within a successful Registered Social Landlord, building or housing related organisation.

Familiarity with wider role potential of Housing Associations.

Previous work experience gained as a Chief Executive or equivalent role.

Experience of conflict management, resolution and / or mediation.

Knowledge and Understanding

Significant knowledge of housing issues, legislation, regulation and financial operation.

Significant knowledge of strategic, policy and financial issues affecting social housing

Understanding of governance issues including charitable status.

Understanding of financial accounts, management accounts and investment methodologies.

Understanding of and commitment to performance management

Awareness of Performance Standards for Registered Social Landlords.

General knowledge of commercial finance.



Essential Desirable

Skills and Abilities

Excellent people leadership and motivational skills

Strategic thinking, planning and decision making abilities

Financial awareness and budgetary control

Ability to understand and enact appropriate professional boundaries (= political awareness)

Well-developed communication skills (including listening, written, influencing and presentational)

Innovative approach to problem solving

Ability to engage with different groups, clarify complex issues and generate respect

Sound business planning and analytical skills

Integrity and credibility

Ability to mediate and manage difficult relationships

Good IT skills

Willingness to retrain

Education/Qualifications

Relevant professional qualification

General management training

Management qualification

and/or degree level qualification

Membership of Chartered Institute of Housing

Special Conditions

Availability to attend evening meetings.

Resilience and stamina.

Driving Licence.



Essential Desirable

Commitment to:

Housing and equity of access

Delivery of quality services to tenants and the wider community

The environment and environmental sensitivity in developing housing.

Enjoying a positive and productive relationship with the Management Committee.

A performance and quality culture.

Developing staff capacity and capability.

Good governance and supporting the development of the Management Committee



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Principal terms and conditions

(For information purposes only)

1. Position Chief Executive

2. Salary

Circa £65,000 plus car allowance.

3. Pension AXA Stakeholder pension Plan, matching monthly contributions up to 10%.

4. Benefits

Additional benefits include private health care.

5. Holiday entitlement

25 working days, plus all bank holidays and Jewish festivals.

6. Working hours Normal hours of work are 37 hours per week based around the usual business

working week. However, due to the seniority of this post there is a requirement for flexibility in meeting the full responsibilities of the post and this will include occasional evening and weekend work.

7. Location

Your normal place of work will be our office at 311 Stonegate Road, Leeds, LS17 6AZ, but given the seniority of the role, travel across all our operating areas is expected.

8. Relocation Consideration will be given to a relocation allowance for candidates.



Key dates and the selection process

Closing date: Friday 14 February 2014, at 12 noon

Interview and Presentation

Friday 28 February 2014

You will be asked to complete an online psychometric test (remotely) prior to interview.



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