Head of Oxfam Cymru

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

The Role:

As Head of Oxfam Cymru, you will provide strategic leadership for Oxfam’s work in Wales, guiding our influencing and communications agenda to deliver meaningful, lasting change. You will lead a talented team to shape policy development, strengthen our approach to risk management, and ensure our voice is impactful, credible and grounded in the experiences of the communities we serve.

A central part of the role is building and sustaining high‑value partnerships across Wales. You will develop strategic alliances with civil society networks, public bodies, private sector organisations and the media, positioning Oxfam Cymru as a trusted, collaborative and solutions‑focused actor. Through these relationships, you will help drive forward progressive policy, amplify the voices of people facing poverty and inequality, and champion Oxfam’s mission across the Welsh context.

This is a role for a confident leader who thrives on influence, partnership‑building and shaping strategy in a dynamic political and social landscape.

What we are looking for:

We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam's mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.

An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:

• Proven leadership skills with strong people-centred management expertise and a experience of operating in complex, multi-disciplinary teams
• Proven influencing and advocacy skills, and an understanding of Welsh political and economic structures as relevant to Oxfam’s work, including non-government organisations and the voluntary sector.
• Strong understanding of international poverty issues and how these relate to a UK and Welsh context.
• Knowledge of UK and devolved social and economic policy as it impacts on poverty and social exclusion in Wales and the UK.
• Ability to think innovatively and operate strategically, developing and delivering divisional and corporate strategies and policies in a devolved context.
• Strong conceptual and analytical skills.
• Financial management expertise and diligence in accounting for and maximising resource use.
• Language skills: Oxfam’s work includes bilingualism. It is essential to have some competence in written and spoken Welsh or the ability and commitment to learn.
• A strong understanding of feminist leadership principles and ability to apply them in day-to-day behaviour and work. Ability to practice accountability to those who experience oppression as a result of their identities, such as their gender, race/ethnicity, disability, class, or LGBTQIA identity.
• Ability to work unsociable hours where necessary, and to travel both within and outside Wales e.g. to/from Oxford and Regional offices.

We offer:

We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits.

From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more.

You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.

Flexfam:

We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you.

How to apply:

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.