Finance Officer - Clèir Eilean Ì The Church of Scotland in the Highlands and Hebrides

The Finance Officer will oversee the financial affairs of the Presbytery, ensuring compliance with good practice and statutory requirements, fulfil the role of Presbytery Treasurer and train, advise and support local congregational treasurers and book keepers.

You will be fully or part qualified and have experience and knowledge of accounting in the third sector along with expertise in financial policies and procedures, analysis and report writing. You will be able to work collaboratively using your strong communication skills.

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future sustainability and mission of the Church of Scotland.

We are seeking a National Stewardship Consultant to support, equip and inspire congregations to grow in their understanding and practice of Christian stewardship. This is a varied and outward-facing role, helping churches cultivate a confident and hopeful culture of generosity to sustain and resource the Church’s mission and ministry, enabling them to flourish spiritually, practically and financially.

You will work alongside congregations in a range of contexts, facilitating meetings, conferences and workshops, presenting stewardship resources, and accompanying churches on their stewardship journeys. This includes practical guidance on areas such as personal giving, fundraising, digital giving, legacy giving, grant funding and Gift Aid.

As part of a small and dynamic team, you will also contribute to the development and delivery of resources, tools and initiatives that support stewardship, generosity and growth across the Church, responding to emerging needs and opportunities.

We are looking for someone who:

• has a strong understanding of Christian stewardship and the life of the church

• is a confident and engaging communicator, able to motivate and inspire others

• has experience of facilitating groups and engaging a range of audiences

• has excellent organisational skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach

• is passionate about helping people and congregations flourish.

You will have scope to shape aspects of the Team’s work by developing areas of particular interest and strength. We are open to a wide range of skills and experiences, which can be further developed within the role.

A current driving licence and willingness to travel regularly are essential, along with flexibility to work evenings and occasional weekends.

The successful candidate is required to be a committed Christian with a live Church connection. This is a Genuine Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010.

Supporting the Committee on Chaplains to His Majesty’s Forces the Secretary Support Officer will provide secretarial, governance and administrative support, including meeting coordination, minutes, records, financial administration, General Assembly activity and chaplaincy endorsement arrangements.

You will have experience supporting committees or governance groups, strong minute-taking and report-writing skills, excellent organisation and communication skills, and confidence using Microsoft Office and Teams. Knowledge of the Church of Scotland and sympathy with its ethos and mission are essential. Experience of chaplaincy, Armed Forces life, General Assembly procedures, events or financial administration would be helpful.