Cosgrove Care is looking for a highly experienced, confident and capable Head of Fundraising to provide leadership and direction on all aspects of income generation. This is an exciting time to join a vibrant and ambitious charity where you will make a real difference to the lives of children and adults with learning disabilities, autism and additional needs living in west central Scotland.

The successful candidate will be expected to make an immediate impact on the income generation of the charity. An early task for the successful candidate will be to develop and implement a new fundraising strategy and work with our small and ambitious fundraising team to support growth. This is a new role that will be key to helping us achieve the ambitions of our strategy into the future.

In return for ongoing success, the candidate can expect:

• A high level of autonomy
• The chance to shape a small fundraising team
• A fluid team structure
• Flexible working including hybrid working.
• A generous holiday and pension package.

The Head of Services will work as part of the Senior Management Team for Cosgrove Care with a key focus on the design, delivery, and development of high quality services which are fully compliant with regulatory bodies and meet and exceed expected standards. The Head of Services will lead key members of operational staff to deliver against the strategy, ensuring efficient, effective and person centred supports are provided. The post holder will work with the Corporate Management Team (CMT) to develop and implement a clear strategic direction for Cosgrove which includes developing new service models, securing outcomes focused provision and supporting the diversification of income. The development of innovative approaches to practice is key to this role. So too is engaging and developing a high performing operational team.

Essential skills and experience

• Educated in a relevant discipline with extensive experience at a managerial level within the Third and/or Public Sector.
• Extensive knowledge of current legislation and policy in Scotland as it relates to child and adult social care.
• Experience of working at a senior level and designing and implementing strategy with a track record of success
• Clear understanding of the Scottish regulatory environment and delivering high performing services which meet and exceed standards.
• Knowledge and understanding of implementing quality management systems and driving up organisational standards
• Extensive knowledge of supervision and management of a diverse staff team.
• Experience of appraisal and staff development.
• Experience of service evaluation and review.
• Experience of developing and managing budgets and of designing reporting mechanisms for both financial and operational activity.
• Knowledge of the principles of person centred support and a strong commitment to the UNCRC
• Excellent self-organising and time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure, juggle tasks and prioritise workloads and meet deadlines with the minimum of supervision.
• Evidence of a positive and flexible attitude towards getting things done by creating opportunities or minimising potential problems by anticipating and preparing for these in advance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with evidence of developing and maintaining positive working relationships with staff, Board members and external stakeholders at all levels, through being reliable, punctual and maintaining a pleasant work attitude.
• Articulate with experience of report writing, presentation and media work.
• Meticulous attention to detail, excellent problem solving and forward planning skills.
• Ability to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work flexibly and independently, and as part of a team.
• Willingness to support and help colleagues as and when required at all times.
• Commitment to Cosgrove’s Vision and Values, and Equal Opportunities Statement.
• Car driver with access to a car for business purposes.

Desirable

• Confident in using digital tools to communicate with stakeholders and willing to learn new digital skills relevant to the role.
• Confident in using Customer Relationship Management databases and have a good overall understanding of computer systems.

Location and working pattern are flexible and open to further discussions around a hybrid model and flexible working hours.

The Head of Finance and Corporate Services is a key role within the organisation and the post holder will be the key contact for senior stakeholders for the Corporate Management Team, Managers’ Team and the Board of Directors. The post holder will head up the continued transformation and development of the finance function and be part of an exciting programme of modernisation and change. The challenges within social care mean that our systems, processes, and approach need to be innovative, forward thinking and efficient.

The post will evolve, develop and expand and this role would suit an ambitious, committed professional keen to be involved in shaping and modernising the organisation for the future.

Cosgrove Care is a vibrant, ambitious charity providing high quality, diverse services for children, adults and families who have disabilities across West Central Scotland. What we do is driven by changing our relationship with the people we work with to support our vision. As a result, we’ve developed innovative ways to help people achieve their potential, thrive, and take up their place in our communities as equal citizens.

We are headquartered in a growing and diverse community on the southside of Glasgow with excellent schools, high quality open space and good connections to the west and central Scotland.

Cosgrove Care is on the path of change and transformation. With changing demands and limited resources, the organisation is continually adapting to meet the needs of people we support, commissioners and funders. The Scottish Government Independent Review of Adult Social Care signals once in a generation change to the sector that we want to embrace and be part of. These are exciting times for Cosgrove Care and we want to have a finance function that will build a brilliant team to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious team working in a dynamic environment.

Cosgrove Care is a vibrant, ambitious charity providing high quality, diverse services for children, adults and families who have disabilities across West Central Scotland. What we do is driven by changing our relationship with the people we work with to support our vision. As a result, we’ve developed innovative ways to help people achieve their potential, thrive, and take up their place in our communities as equal citizens.

We are headquartered in a growing and diverse community on the southside of Glasgow with excellent schools, high quality open space and good connections to the west and central Scotland.

Cosgrove Care is on the path of change and transformation. With changing demands and limited resources, the organisation is continually adapting to meet the needs of people we support, commissioners and funders. The Scottish Government Independent Review of Adult Social Care signals once in a generation change to the sector that we want to embrace and be part of. These are exciting times for Cosgrove Care and we want to have a finance function that will build a brilliant team to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

The Senior Manager- Finance and Corporate Services is a key role within the organisation and the post holder will be the key contact for senior stakeholders for the Corporate Management Team, Managers Team and the Board of Directors. The post holder will head up the continued transformation and development of the finance function and be part of an exciting programme of modernisation and change. The financial pressures within social care mean that our systems, processes, and approach need to be innovative, forward thinking and efficient.

The post will evolve, develop and expand and this role would suit an ambitious, committed professional keen to be involved in shaping and modernising the organisation for the future.

Responsibilities will include:

• Reporting directly to the CEO, the Senior Finance Manager (SFM) is responsible for the overall financial management, business analysis and reporting of Cosgrove Care, ensuring on-going viability and a secure financial future in line with the organisation’s charitable status, mission and values.
• Provide financial advice and information to the CEO and Board of Directors.
• Work as part of the Corporate Management Team (CMT) to provide expert guidance and strategic input on charitable finance to aid the development and progress of Cosgrove Care.
• Play a key role in the overall strategic management of Cosgrove Care.
• Support and drive a period of significant internal change in the organisation’s delivery of support services, as Cosgrove improves efficiency and financial sustainability.

Key attributes:

• CCAB or similar Accountancy qualification
• Extensive experience working in a varied finance role, ideally in the Third Sector.
• Extensive experience of preparation and analysis of Management Accounts, financial budget setting and modelling and annual audit process.
• Working across a range of stakeholders, ideally with experience in implementation of new systems and processes and associated change management.
• Commercial awareness

This is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious team working in a dynamic environment.

If you feel you meet any of the above requirements and ideally if you have good knowledge of the Third Sector in Scotland, we would like to hear from you.