We are inviting applications for a Director of Finance & IT to join Thomson Foundation’s senior leadership team at a pivotal point in the organisation’s development.

We are seeking a senior finance professional with substantial experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector, combining strategic leadership with a hands-on approach. The role has responsibility for finance, technology, risk, compliance and governance across the Thomson group, and will work closely with the Chief Executive, Board and senior colleagues to strengthen systems, improve processes and support long-term organisational strategy. The successful candidate will lead financial planning and reporting, oversee IT infrastructure and security, and play a central role in delivering Thomson’s Finance and Technology Transformation Plan.

This is a permanent role based in London, with hybrid working.

Thomson is issuing a Request for Proposal for expert consultancy to capture key insights and provide strategic guidance from its AI-learning initiatives. The work includes reviewing research on Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption in Central and Eastern Europe, assessing findings from the Business Innovation Synergizer programme and designing and facilitating an online learning workshop with expert mentors and the Thomson team. The consultancy will also produce a report of learning lessons and a strategic recommendations document to inform future AI-related work.

We are updating our expert database and are particularly interested in CVs from individuals proficient in English and Arabic, with a preference for proficiency in other regional languages.