Dog Aid Scotland is a long-established Scottish dog welfare charity (SCIO) based in Edinburgh, founded in 1956.

Dog Aid Scotland is a dynamic and successful charity which operates at the heart of the challenges facing dog owners throughout Scotland. We believe this is a great opportunity for a motivated and innovative individual, ideally with a successful background in the charity sector, to put their mark on shaping our future.

We have a great team of staff and trustees who are committed to Dog Aid Scotland’s mission to create happy homes for dogs. We want to meet candidates who are similarly passionate about animal welfare and can demonstrate significant experience leading and developing a strong and effective team. Your work ethic, initiative and flexibility will define you.

We welcome applications from all sectors of society and in return, we offer you a dynamic and enthusiastic team of staff and trustees and a financially solid organisation. If you are ambitious to work in a thriving sector and steer Dog Aid Scotland in meeting its goals, we want to hear from you.

You must have:

• Proven track record in a senior leadership role within a charity, non-profit, or purpose-led organisation.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, reporting, and strategic financial planning.
• Exceptional leadership and people management skills.
• Experience in marketing, communications, and stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated success in fundraising and donor relations.
• Understanding of governance, compliance, and working effectively with a Board.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A genuine passion for animal welfare and alignment with Dog Aid Scotland’s mission.

Ideally you will have:

• Experience of charity governance or service on a Board.
• Understanding of Scottish charity legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Knowledge of animal welfare, rescue, or rehoming sectors.