CO3 Chief Officers Third Sector

Part-time Executive Assistant opportunity closed and selection underway

Who we are: CO3 is a leading membership-based organisation dedicated to supporting, developing, and connecting third sector leaders across Northern Ireland. Established in 1985, we have been at the forefront of empowering leaders from charities, social enterprises, and community organisations. Our diverse membership base includes over 900 leaders, from those heading large charities and social enterprises to leaders of smaller community and faith-based groups.

What we do: CO3 supports and connects third sector leaders across Northern Ireland through networking events, leadership development, and policy advocacy. It fosters collaboration, builds leadership capacity, and represents the sector’s interests. Its services include conferences, training, mentoring, and cross-sector initiatives. Through Engage and the Northern Ireland Health Collective, CO3 also delivers executive recruitment and strengthens collective advocacy and health outcomes.

What we’re looking for: The role is central to enabling the Chief Executive to operate effectively, ensuring strong coordination, communication and organisational delivery across CO3’s work, and is suited to a highly organised, proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

For more information and how to apply: Find out more by downloading the Information Pack below, and if you want to apply, submit a max three-page CV, the completed Supplementary Questions and Equal Opps forms below by email to apply@engageexec.co.uk, by Noon on Tuesday 7 July 2026. You can contact Patrick Minne patrick@co3.org.uk on 07792 509003 for a confidential discussion about the role.