Equate Scotland is a national expert policy, research, development and advocacy organisation, with a focus on women’s under-representation within the science, engineering, technology and the built environment industries. We are hosted by Edinburgh Napier University and are based at the Edinburgh Napier University Craiglockhart campus.

We work in collaboration with the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) sector, academia, statutory and third sector bodies, and the Scottish Government. For effecting a tangible and sustainable change, enabling more women to study, work and progress in these key sectors.

Equate Scotland’s current programme of work is funded by the Scottish Government until the end of September 2024. The funding is anticipated to be renewed and confirmed for the next programme of work by the 1st of October 2024. Depending on the start date of this role, the fixed term employment contract may fall within two funding periods. This will be discussed in detail at the interview stage of the process.

We believe in creating an inclusive and enjoyable place of work, and welcome discussions on flexible and hybrid working opportunities.

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The Role:

As part of our ongoing efforts to effect tangible and sustainable change, we are currently recruiting a part-time Project Administrator to provide operational, financial, CRM and programme administrative support to the Equate Scotland team.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to use your excellent admin experience and knowledge of using CRM systems to take responsibility for Equate Scotland’s project and service-related data management systems.

You will be in an excellent position to use your experience of accurate record keeping, spreadsheets, financial reporting and monitoring budgets to support the Finance and Support Manager in providing a full administrative service to the team on Equate projects, eg: assistance in the preparation of reports, managing mail and central e-mail accounts, maintaining of manual and online files and organisation of data for contacts (people and organisations).

Furthermore, you will be able to use your excellent interpersonal skills as the frontline-external facing contact person for Equate Scotland, capturing information about enquiries in an efficient manner and passing it on to an appropriate member of the team.

This is an excellent opportunity to further your existing skills and experience in administrative practice, while making a truly positive difference for women in science engineering, technology and the built environment.

Click here for a full job description and comprehensive list of duties.

What we will need from you:

- HNC or equivalent or relevant and transferrable work experience

- Strong experience in general office administration

- Demonstrable knowledge and experience of CRM systems

- Experience of financial reporting, keeping accurate records, spreadsheets, and monitoring budgets

- Confident IT user including Microsoft Office, in particular Word, Excel and Outlook applications

- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate confidently verbally and in writing

- Track record of supporting a team and ability to plan and prioritise workload

Benefits we offer:

In return, we offer a great working environment where we support ambition, recognise achievement and offer an attractive benefits package. This includes a minimum of 36 days annual leave (pro-rated accordingly), a generous pension scheme, professional development opportunities, discounted access to onsite sports facilities and a wide range of other staff discounts. Click here for more information about our wide range of benefits.

Why Edinburgh Napier?

Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we are proud to be the #1 Modern University in Scotland because we truly believe that we can make a difference, by nurturing and encouraging you to reach beyond what you know and helping you to get to where you want to be.

We offer a great working environment where we support ambition, recognise achievement, and offer other excellent benefits including:

• minimum of 36 days annual leave (including 10 fixed holidays at Easter and Christmas) and the option to purchase additional annual leaveemployer pension contributions of 20.8%
• a wide range of learning and development opportunities
• opportunity to join our staff inclusion and support networks (such as LGBT+, Women’s, BAMEish and many more)
• flexible discounts including shopping, restaurants, and other services, plus discounts on local and on-site gym facilities
• maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• option to opt into private healthcare scheme

At Edinburgh Napier University, we have a strong focus on personal and professional development. We work closely with CASE where you will have the opportunity to attend conferences and training to develop your skills and learning whilst building your networks.

The Role

You will play a leading role in raising funds for a variety of key projects across the University and externally, each with a wide range of impact. You will have the opportunity to identify new projects using your own initiative and develop and implement these to make an impact at Edinburgh Napier University and beyond.

Take a look at one of the projects you’d be involved in here: Hub for SUCCESS.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with philanthropic funding experience as well as an interest in working on and communicating complex projects to take the next step in their career and play a key role in developing and establishing a successful funding programme.

You will be proactive in building a portfolio and have the opportunity to initiate and build relationships with a wide range of people, to ensure that the University reaches its full potential with key funders and widen the opportunities available for the University.

You will work directly with funders as the ‘face’ of Edinburgh Napier University presenting projects whilst supporting senior staff, academics, and partners to communicate with funders and ensure project briefs are met.

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, click here to learn more.

For an informal discussion about the role, please reach out to Clive Gee, C.Gee@napier.ac.uk.

What we will need from you

• Experience of philanthropic fundraising, including bidding to trusts and foundations
• Great communications skills, both oral and written and the ability to present a project positively to an external audience
• The ability to understand and communicate complex projects to a non-specialist audience
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work systematically on several projects concurrently
• Able to prepare and present complex budget information as required by funders

About Equate Scotland

Equate Scotland is a national expert policy, research, development, and advocacy organisation, with a focus on women’s under-representation within the science, engineering, technology, and the built environment industries. We are hosted by Edinburgh Napier University and are based at the Edinburgh Napier University Craiglockhart campus.

We work in collaboration with the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) sector, academia, statutory and third sector bodies, and the Scottish Government. For effecting a tangible and sustainable change, enabling more women to study, work, and progress in these key sectors.

We believe in creating an inclusive and enjoyable place of work, and we are pleased to be currently operating hybrid working and open to discussing flexible working patterns. We also offer the opportunity to for job-share for this position.

You can find out more information about us here.

Our Excellent Benefits Package

• minimum of 36 days annual leave (including 10 fixed holidays at Easter and Christmas) and the option to purchase additional annual leave
• employer pension contributions of 20.8%
• a wide range of learning and development opportunities
• opportunity to join our staff inclusion and support networks (such as LGBT+, Women’s, BAMEish and many more)
• flexible discounts including shopping, restaurants, and other services, plus discounts on local and on-site gym facilities
• option to opt into private healthcare scheme

For more information on our wide range of benefits, click here.

The Role

As part of our ongoing focus on the design and delivery of high-quality training to our Student Network, STEM sector and academia, we are currently recruiting a Training & Engagement Co-Ordinator.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to initiate and build positive relationships with students, student champions and staff across universities and colleges to design/deliver a calendar of online or in person training events and workshops that align to the needs of women students studying STEM.

As someone who is an ambassador for gender equality and using your knowledge and research in Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion to provide advice and support to universities and colleges to recruit and engage student champions and support student champions to deliver women in STEM events.

You will project manage, co-ordinate and deliver valuable resources and communications for women students in STEM and universities and colleges to assist in the aims of the Student Network and Equate Scotland.

You will have the opportunity to lead in the planning and delivery of the biennial Equate conference for STEM employers and women students.

This is a great opportunity to make a difference, by building links with employers across relevant sectors to support women students and groups in STEM and help break down barriers that support a positive and inclusive culture change.

For a full job description, click here.

About Equate Scotland

Equate Scotland is a national expert policy, research, development, and advocacy organisation, with a focus on women’s under-representation within the science, engineering, technology, and the built environment industries. We are hosted by Edinburgh Napier University and are based at the Edinburgh Napier University Craiglockhart campus.

We work in collaboration with the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) sector, academia, statutory and third sector bodies, and the Scottish Government. For effecting a tangible and sustainable change, enabling more women to study, work, and progress in these key sectors.

Equate Scotland’s current programme of work is funded by the Scottish Government for 3 years (Oct 2021 – Sept 2024). The funding is renewed annually, and we are awaiting confirmation of our funding to 2024 and beyond.

We believe in creating an inclusive and enjoyable place of work, and we are pleased to be currently operating hybrid working and open to discussing flexible working patterns. We also offer the opportunity to for job-share for this position.

You can find out more information about us here.

The Opportunity

As part of our ongoing focus on the design and delivery of high-quality training to the STEM sector and academia, we are currently recruiting a Training & Engagement Co-Ordinator.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to initiate and build positive relationships with employers, trade unions, public sector bodies and education and training institutions across relevant industry sectors, to design/deliver workshops and activities that align to the needs of women in the STEM sector.

You will project manage, co-ordinate and deliver valuable training events including CPD sessions for women, workshops, experiential learning events and employer focused events.

As an ambassador for Gender Equality and using your knowledge of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), you will design and deliver training activities to employers and industry that enables and empowers them to break down barriers and create competent strategies that support a positive and inclusive culture change.

Working closely with the wider team, you will ensure the delivery of high-quality service through providing timely and accurate event planning information including post event follow up information and assessment to be able to report on our key performance measures.

What we will need from you

• HNC or equivalent or relevant and transferrable work experience
• Proven ability to establish and manage positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Proven experience of project, service, or event coordination with the ability to proactively plan and prioritise workload
• Significant experience in designing and delivering training workshops (online and face-to-face) including multi-stakeholder events
• Knowledge and awareness of the organisational and cultural barriers to women’s access to and progression in careers in STEM and intersectional inequality issues for women

Benefits we offer

In return, we offer a great working environment where we support ambition, recognise achievement and offer an attractive benefits package.

This includes:

• minimum of 36 days annual leave (includes 10 fixed bank holidays)
• a generous pension scheme (employer contribution of 20.8%)
• nationally agreed pay increases each year
• professional learning and development opportunities
• discounted access to onsite sports facilities and a wide range of other staff discounts

Edinburgh Napier University is a place buzzing with people who continually work to recognise everyone’s potential.

We are proud to be the #1 Modern University in Scotland because we truly believe that we can make a difference, by nurturing and encouraging you to reach beyond what you know and helping you to get to where you want to be.

Edinburgh Napier University is the ‘home of difference makers’ and we need your support in fulfilling that promise. We are looking for a Development Executive to lead on the development and operations of the University Scholarships, Mobility Awards and Prizes programme, including generating philanthropic income, providing stewardship to donors, and engaging with recipients.

Our Marketing and External Relations department, based at Sighthill campus, is responsible for building our reputation, promoting our academic excellence, sharing our student experience, highlighting our research and innovation, driving our fundraising ambition, and ensuring we engage with our alumni.

Our goal is to be a well-respected team of experts which delivers results, exceeds expectations, and provides an outstanding service to all our audiences by delivering communications, marketing partnerships and development activity which attracts the brightest minds engaging all of our audiences with our extraordinary work.

How will you make a difference?

You’ll be responsible for the fundraising and stewardship of relationships relating to scholarships, using your excellent report writing experience to ensure high quality case studies and reports are available to connect our donors with the students they have funded.

As someone with experience of sales, or soliciting donations from companies or individuals, this is an excellent opportunity to develop a portfolio of business donors and named scholarships to grow our scholarships programme. You’ll contribute to our strategic vision, working across the University to ensure smooth functioning of the scholarships.

You’ll take the lead on finance and budgets relating to scholarships, prizes, and non-governmental hardship funding through the Edinburgh Napier University Development Trust.

You’ll get the opportunity to make a difference by working alongside and learning from our Senior Development Manager to design and implement the donor recruitment programme.

In addition to working with our ambitious and upbeat Marketing & External Relations department, you’ll build strong relationships with our donors, students, and academics, alongside the opportunity to develop events and marketing materials that support people from all over the world!

What we’ll need from you

With either further or higher education, or relevant work experience, you will have:

• Experience of sales or soliciting donations from companies or individuals.
• Experience of assessing funding applications and liaising with applicants.
• Experience of basic accounting procedures, including overseeing income and expenditure accounts.
• Experience of working in a customer focused role, which has included using excellent oral and written communication skills to deal with queries and resolving issues.
• Experience of writing formal reports, case studies or papers.
• Extensive experience using CRM systems for data management and reporting.
• Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise and work on own initiative.
• Excellent IT skills – Word and Excel to intermediate level and working knowledge of databases.

What’s in it for you?

Edinburgh Napier University is a forward-thinking institution, home to forward-thinking people, inspired by the world around us. Join us and you will find that we offer support and recognition wherever due, as well as fantastic benefits such as an attractive pension with employer contributions of 20.8% and a minimum of 36 days holiday.

There are professional development opportunities, discounted access to onsite sports facilities and a wide range of other staff discounts. For more information about our wide range of benefits, click here.

As someone with extensive project and/or programme management experience, you probably enjoy the variety involved in your role and the learning experience involved in each project.

That and the satisfaction of seeing a major change initiative through to completion and observing how that change benefits others, is what motivates many working in Project Management.

At Edinburgh Napier University, we have a dedicated team of individuals as part of our Strategy Hub, who enjoy not only managing major transformational projects with purpose, but also the variety and breadth of opportunity to grow professionally, while simultaneously supporting the delivery of the University’s Strategy: Driving Distinctiveness.

We enjoy a massively supportive environment, a high degree of autonomy, flexible/hybrid working and excellent holidays, pension and benefits, all of which are paramount when working in what can be a very demanding job role.

The Role:

As a valued member of the Strategy Hub team, you will be involved in delivering key projects within the University’s strategic change portfolio, scoping and initiating new projects in consultation with key stakeholders, and ensuring effective project delivery through ongoing development and monitoring of project plans, progress, dependencies, resource requirements, risks and issues and benefits realisation.

The main objective will be for you to drive forward delivery of these projects by using your exceptional people skills and organisational expertise. These will be projects that will not only positively impact on learning, teaching and research but also help to shape the future of the University.

This will involve facilitating project scoping and business case development for emerging projects, developing project plans, providing advice and guidance to support development and delivery, and generally facilitating the translation of business requirements into deliverable solutions through analysis, evaluation of options and engagement with the appropriate technical specialists and stakeholders.

The variety of projects that you will be involved in should allow you to use all of your existing knowledge to your advantage, while also providing you with a unique opportunity to be involved in initiatives that are unique and strategically significant to our organisation, in turn enabling you to learn, develop and grow professionally.

For a full role profile, please clickhere.

What we need from you:

-Educated to a degree level or equivalent OR extensive relevant experience

-Qualification in Project Management e.g. PRINCE2

-Extensive project and/or programme management experience with a track record of delivering major projects

-Excellent interpersonal and networking skills with the ability to engage with and develop effective working relationships

-Proven high level of business aptitude demonstrating project budget management, resource management and process improvement skills

-A can-do and values-led ethos, aligned with the University’s purpose and a desire to make a difference

Benefits we offer:

Edinburgh Napier University is a forward-thinking institution, home to forward-thinking people, inspired by the world around us. Join us and you will find that we offer support and recognition wherever due, as well as fantastic benefits such as an attractive pension with employer contributions of 20.8% and a minimum of 36 days holiday.

There are professional development opportunities, discounted access to onsite sports facilities and a wide range of other staff discounts. For more information about our wide range of benefits, clickhere.

We are a flexible employer.

We are currently looking for a Training & Engagement Co-ordinator to join our Scotland Equate team based at Craiglockhart Campus in Edinburgh.

Working for Equate Scotland is your opportunity to contribute to making a real and sustainable difference for women studying and working in STEM sectors. We are recognised as the national expert in gender equality throughout the STEM sectors and having just secured our Scottish Government funding for the next three years, we are pushing forward with our work, communicating with women, students, industry and legislators to delivery on our strategy.

The Role

Playing a key role in the team, you will work with and build relationships with Employers and industry to support the wider Equate Team activities and objectives. You will be responsible for the project management, organisation and co-ordination of workshops and experiential learning events.

You will also deliver training for our income generation activity and supporting our free to use services for women in STEM and Women STEM students.

• You will build and maintain positive relationships with employers and building partnerships with wider networks (public sector bodies/academia/education/trade unions) to support the Equate team aims and objectives and ethos.
• Working closely with the Project Co-ordinator for CareerHub, and Training & Engagement Co-ordinator to ensure sharing of key contacts, best practice and service delivery.
• Keep accurate data from events, manage budget, and provide reports as required to ensure project governance in accordance with the requirements of our funders and our key performance measures.
• Work closely with the Support Team to provide timely and accurate event planning information, including post event follow up information and assessments.
• Representing Equate at external forum or events when required.
• You will be a role model the University’s values & behaviours.
• Jointly managing annual flagship conference.
• Be responsible for ensuring that the information and records processed (received, created, used, stored, destroyed) on behalf of the University are managed in compliance with ALL applicable legislation, codes and policies e.g. Data Protection, Information Security and Records Management.

Who are we looking for

• HNC or relevant work experience
• A great communicator
• Experience in training delivery
• Effective communication skills including report writing
• Ability to assess/analyse information/data to inform key learnings and continuous improvement in Equate Scotland knowledge on issues affecting gender equality.

To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please click here for the role description

Benefits we offer

In return, we offer a great working environment where we support ambition, recognise achievement and offer an attractive benefits package. This includes a minimum of 36 days annual leave (includes bank holidays), a generous pension scheme, professional development opportunities, discounted access to onsite sports facilities and a wide range of other staff discounts.

Salary: £27,117 - £32,344 (Grade 4)

*This is a fixed-term position until 30th September 2022. Equate Scotland have secured funding from the Scottish Government for the next 3 years 2021-2024 via Inspiring Scotland and the contract operates on an annual basis)*

We are currently looking for a Policy, Research & Training Co-ordinator to join our Scotland Equate team based at Craiglockhart Campus in Edinburgh.

Working for Equate Scotland is your opportunity to contribute to making a real and sustainable difference for women studying and working in STEM sectors. We are recognised as the national expert in gender equality throughout the STEM sectors and having just secured our Scottish Government funding for the next three years, we are pushing forward with our work, communicating with women, students, industry and legislators to delivery on our strategy.

The Role:

You will play a key role across the team. Responsible for Policy tracking and research that supports Equate Scotland’s work on gender equality in STEM. Working, and building relationships with policy groups, sector and industry partners. Working with the training team to ensure that our training and services are informed by best practice utilising current research and policy. Responsible for creating new delivery materials and delivering training, events and projects. Supporting the wider work within the Equate Scotland team as required.

Who are we looking for:

• A great communicator
• Someone with a keen interest in equalities work.
• Ability to assess/analyse information/data to inform key learnings and continuous improvement in Equate Scotland knowledge on issues affecting gender equality.

Benefits we offer:

In return, we offer a great working environment where we support ambition, recognise achievement and offer an attractive benefits package. This includes a minimum of 36 days annual leave (includes bank holidays), a generous pension scheme, professional development opportunities, discounted access to onsite sports facilities and a wide range of other staff discounts.

Working for Equate Scotland as our Training & Engagement Co-ordinator is your opportunity to contribute to making a real and sustainable difference for women studying and working in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths and built environment) sectors.

We are based at Craiglockhart Campus in Edinburgh and recognised as the national expert in gender equality throughout the STEM sectors; having just secured our Scottish Government funding for the next three years, we are pushing forward with our work, communicating with women, students, industry and legislators to delivery on our strategy.

Our Training & Engagement Co-ordinator will work with students and employers on a range events and projects. Running our successful Student Network and supporting our STEM champions across the university and college sector. You will also support our wider training programmes for women, employers and academia.

The Role:

Joining the team, you will develop employer and industry relationships, providing free of charge and paid for training delivery on topics such as positive action, gendered language and inclusive recruitment practices. You will support students and student champions to facilitate employability events for female students, building links with women professionals and employers.

You will also be responsible for the marketing and promotion of the Student Network using web and social media communications alongside our Communications Officer.

Who we are looking for:

You will have knowledge and awareness of the organisational and cultural barriers to women’s access, and progression in careers in STEM. Effective interpersonal, communication (oral and written) and teamworking skills are imperative, as well as excellent IT skills. We are currently working a mix of home and office working but you must have the ability and willingness to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends for event coordination. A HNC or equivalent relevant experience is essential for this role.

Benefits we offer:

In return, we offer a great working environment where we support ambition, recognise achievement and offer an attractive benefits package. This includes a minimum of 36 days annual leave (includes bank holidays), a generous pension scheme, professional development opportunities, discounted access to onsite sports facilities and a wide range of other staff discounts. As an equality employer, flexible hybrid working options are available

Equate Scotland have secured funding from the Scottish Government for the next 3 years 2021-2024 via Inspiring Scotland and the contract operates on an annual basis)

Our Equate Scotland home base is at Craiglockart Campus in Edinburgh, and we are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive and diligent Project Administrator to provide financial administrative support and assist with the organisation and planning of events. This role can work flexibly across days/hours including a mix of flexible and on site working.

Working for Equate Scotland is your opportunity to contribute to making a real and sustainable difference for women studying and working in STEM sectors. We are recognised as the national expert in gender equality throughout the STEM sectors and having just secured our Scottish Government funding for the next three years, we are pushing forward with our work, communicating with women, students, industry and legislators to delivery on our strategy.

The Role:

You will play a key role across the team. Responsible for the contact management system, including collating and organising the data, and running reports. You will also support the Financial Co-ordinator on financial tasks including, raising purchase orders, sales invoices, and updating the monthly finance reports. You will also provide general administrative support including booking travel, accommodation and meetings as required to support our programme of events.

Who are we looking for:

You will enjoy working as part of a team and be an effective communicator. Your IT skills and experience will allow you to provide productive administrative support including knowledge and experience of working with CRM and financial systems. You will ideally have an interest or awareness of equality issues.

Benefits we offer:

In return, we offer a great working environment where we support ambition, recognise achievement and offer an attractive benefits package. This includes a minimum of 36 days annual leave (includes bank holidays), a generous pension scheme, professional development opportunities, discounted access to onsite sports facilities and a wide range of other staff discounts.

Equate Scotland have secured funding from the Scottish Government for the next 3 years 2021-2024 via Inspiring Scotland and the contract operates on an annual basis)

Equate Scotland is the national expert organisation on women’s under-representation in science, engineering, technology and the built environment. We are hosted by and partner with Edinburgh Napier University.

We are based in the heart of Edinburgh city centre in the Edinburgh Napier University Craiglockhart campus. We work with industry, academia, the Scottish Government and public bodies to make tangible and sustainable change, enabling more women to study and work in these key sectors.

You can find out more information about us here.

We believe in creating an inclusive and enjoyable place of work and like many employers we are working flexibly. You will be joining a proactive team, dedicated to the cause of women’s social and economic equality.

The role

As the Project and Recruitment Co-ordinator, you will be responsible for managing Equate Scotland’s successful recruitment hub. You will develop a network of industry contacts and promote the women- focused, recruitment platform to them in order to achieve the target of adverts to meet every year. You will support employers and recruiters to consider gender bias in their recruitment and marketing and work with them to develop good inclusive recruitment practices and workplace cultures. You will work closely with other members of the Equate team supporting delivery of our wider service and projects.

To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please click here for the role description

Who we are looking for

This role is ideal for someone with a proactive and organised approach. You will have the ability to manage projects effectively, prioritise tasks and proactively seek out opportunities. Excellent communication skills are key, both verbally and written, to ensure clear and effective interaction with a range of people. You will have demonstrable experience of working within a team, supporting colleagues as this role requires the ability to work with the wider Equate Team in delivery of our wider service and projects.

Applicants must demonstrate:

· HND or equivalent level of relevant work experience

· Experience in developing effective professional relationships with a view to generate income

· Marketing and promotion skills

Desirable attributes:

· Experience of working in recruitment or marketing

· Experience and understanding of STEM and equality issues

· Previous training delivery experience

Benefits We Offer

In return, we offer a great working environment where we support ambition, recognise achievement and offer an attractive benefits package. This includes a minimum of 36 days annual leave (includes bank holidays), a generous pension scheme, professional development opportunities, discounted access to onsite sports facilities and a wide range of other staff discounts.

Salary: Grade 4, £26715