The Scottish Crannog Centre, a renowned museum and heritage site, is seeking a Deputy CEO to work closely with the CEO in supporting the organisation’s mission and strategic goals. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of a dynamic heritage site, ensuring smooth operations while deepening connections with visitors and the wider community.

We are looking for a collaborative leader with expertise in the museum, visitor attraction, or third-sector industries. The ideal candidate will provide strong operational support to the CEO, helping to deliver high-quality programmes and projects while fostering a positive and nurturing environment for staff.

What You’ll Do

• Support the CEO in strategic and operational leadership, ensuring effective delivery of organisational goals.
• Inspire and manage teams, promoting productivity, well-being, and professional development.
• Develop and oversee audience engagement initiatives, particularly with under-represented groups.
• Assist in driving fundraising efforts, securing grants and sponsorships, and managing funded projects.
• Collaborate with curators to ensure accreditation and oversee collections management.
• Manage budgets and resources to maintain financial stability.
• Ensure high standards of governance, compliance, and ethical practice.
• Lead efforts to integrate equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout the organisation.

What We’re Looking For

• Leadership experience in the museum, visitor attraction, or third sector.
• Strong team management, project oversight, and audience engagement skills.
• Proven success in fundraising and financial management.
• Knowledge of collections management and accreditation processes.
• Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.