Chief Executive
Child Poverty Action Group UK
London, offices based at 30 Micawber Street London N1 7TB
£100,000 per annum on a full-time permanent basis
For six decades, CPAG has built an unrivalled track record of defining the issue of child poverty and providing historic leadership on the analysis of child poverty and social security. We have turned evidence, expertise and the experiences of children and families into action. Through research, policy analysis, advice, campaigning and legal action, we have played a leading role in challenging child poverty, protecting claimants’ rights to social security, and influencing the policies and decisions that affect the lives of children and families. Our ambition remains the same: a society free from child poverty.
THE ROLE
We are looking for a strong and inspiring leader who can be both the public face and internal leader of CPAG. You will be an exceptional communicator with the confidence and credibility to speak powerfully about child poverty, build alliances and influence senior stakeholders, funders, policymakers and decision makers. You will understand the power of campaigning and advocacy, and bring the strategic judgement and political understanding to ensure CPAG plays a leading role in shaping the debate on child poverty, influencing government strategy across the UK and holding it to account for delivering on its commitments. You will use CPAG’s evidence, expertise, and the experiences of children and families to make a compelling case for support and change and to translate insight into meaningful action.
INFORMATION
Download the candidate brief to find out about the role.
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Closing date: Friday 30th October 2026
Preliminary interviews: w/c Monday 16th November 2026
Final Panel interviews: w/c Monday 30th or w/c Monday 7th December 2026
How to apply
To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:
– Your CV (no more than three sides).
– A supporting statement (no more than two sides) that responds to the questions below:
1. Explain what draws you to this role and at this time. How will this enable you to lead Child Poverty Action Group with passion, authenticity and integrity?
2. Describe a time you built lasting influence with decision-makers or across a wider system, including a period when progress was slow or the political conditions were against you. What choices did you make about when to push, when to build alliances, and when to hold a position for the long term?
3. Describe a significant change you led within an organisation or team. What was your role in it, what did you learn, and what would you do differently next time?
We would also be grateful if you would complete the Equity and Diversity monitoring form on the online application process. This form is for monitoring purposes only and is not treated as part of your application.
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