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Background

The Royal Scottish Forestry Society, formed in 1854, is an educational charity focussing on promoting the understanding of trees, woods and forestry.

Every year RSFS puts on what we believe to be the most extensive programme of practical forestry events across Scotland. The Society has published a semi-academic journal, Scottish Forestry, since 1858 promoting all aspects of good practice in forestry.

Having agreed a refreshed strategy in 2023, RSFS is now looking to increase its delivery resource. We are looking for someone who shares our passion for Scotland’s trees and forests to develop closer links with members, partners and stakeholders. Your experience in operational delivery will allow us to improve our practices and professionalise our delivery to secure a sustainable future for the RSFS.

Who we are looking for

You will be a personable, dynamic self-starter, used to being the first point of contact within the organisation. As RSFS is a virtual organisation, you must be highly-organised and able to work independently contributing to the overall team outcomes.

The principal functions of the role will be to support the Board in advancing its mission and representing RSFS to members and the community:

• Support the Regions planning and delivery of Regional Field Days and the Annual Study Tour;

• Manage the definition, planning and delivery of paid training events;

• Maintain links with members, partners, stakeholders and sector organisations;

• Develop and promote membership of the Society to a broad and relevant constituency;

• Evaluate and implement procedures for RSFS, and as appropriate for Cashel Forest Trust;

• Ensure, in conjunction with our Secretariat, that RSFS remains in compliance with prevailing laws and regulations; and

• Other duties as required by the role.

Outline terms and conditions

• The role is for 21 hours per week;

• A full-time equivalent salary of £45,000 to £55,000, pro rated for the contracted hours, to be agreed depending on experience;

• 28 days paid holiday;

• Access to our employee well-being assistance programme.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Scottish Youth Parliament (SYP) in a role that will lead all of SYP’s political, policy, and campaign work.

SYP has a proud history of delivering youth-led campaigns that deliver meaningful policy change. Our campaigns for Votes at 16, Equal Marriage, and the incorporation of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child into domestic law, to name only a few, have improved the lives of young people across Scotland.

SYP’s political profile and impact have never been higher. Our new Head of Policy and Public Affairs will drive forward all of our political work and ensure that we deliver even more of the changes to policy and legislation that young people expect of us.

The Scottish Episcopal Institute (SEI) seeks to appoint a Director of Contextual Formation. The Director of Contextual Formation oversees all elements of SEI’s dispersed, part-residential, formation-led placements and contextual training in Initial Ministerial Education (IME); teaches on all levels from certificate to master’s qualifications in the areas of ministry, missiology and pastoral/practical theology, including supervising and marking dissertations. In addition to IME, SEI provides a range of training and support for lay and ordained members of the Scottish Episcopal Church to which the Director of Contextual Formation contributes. The post is based in Edinburgh with some flexibility for home working from another location in Scotland.

Candidates applying for the post will have:

• Episcopal/Anglican holy orders;

• Demonstrable ability in theological education, curate training, knowledge of current ecclesiological trends and an entrepreneurial spirit in the Episcopal/Anglican tradition;

• Postgraduate qualification in ministry, missiology, pastoral/practical theology or a closely related field (at least to master’s level);

• Passion for theological and vocational training that equips students to foster vibrant church life through evangelism and discipleship;

• The candidate will have drive and enthusiasm, be able to work on their own initiative and possess an understanding of the missiological and theological issues of the twenty-first century in Scotland.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Blairtummock Housing Association. We are now recruiting for the next Director who will lead the Association and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the organisation.

Reporting directly to the Management Committee, you will be responsible for the overall strategic direction, management, and financial sustainability of the organisation. You will work closely with the management team and staff, to instil a customer-focused and inclusive culture, ensuring the continuation of a high-quality service to our tenants.

You will be an experienced professional and natural leader, with current knowledge of the Scottish Housing Regulator’s statutory requirements and regulatory framework. You will have experience working closely with a governing body and understand the current challenges facing the sector and communities like Easterhouse. You will have excellent communication skills with the ability to empower, motivate and inspire our management team, staff and committee.

Are you a dynamic and strategic leader who is passionate about making a genuine impact? Do you thrive on the challenge of creating sustainable income streams that help provide vital care and support? If so, we’d love to meet you! St Andrew’s Hospice is looking for an inspiring and results-driven Head of Income Generation to join our team.

About Us

At St Andrew’s Hospice we provide compassionate, specialist palliative care to those with life-limiting illnesses, ensuring dignity, comfort, and support for our patients and their families. Every year, our hospice touches hundreds of lives, and every donation we receive helps us to deliver this critical care. Now, more than ever, we need a strategic leader to grow and diversify our income streams, making our work possible for years to come. If you’re ready to bring your energy, creativity, and expertise to a role with purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

As the Head of Income Generation, you will:

• Lead, inspire, and develop high-performing fundraising and retail teams.
• Shape and implement an innovative income generation strategy across all channels (individual giving, corporate partnerships, events, lottery, legacy fundraising, retail, and digital).=
• Build strong, meaningful relationships with supporters, donors, corporate partners, and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage budgets, setting and achieving ambitious income targets.
• Lead on new initiatives, exploring creative approaches to income generation and identifying potential for long-term growth.

What We’re Looking For

• A proven track record in income generation of at least 7 figures.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Excellent relationship-building and networking skills.
• Experience of developing and implementing effective strategies that drive growth.
• A deep commitment to our mission and values, along with an understanding of the hospice or charity sector.

Why Join Us?

• Be Part of a Purpose-Driven Team: Every day, your work will help provide essential care to those in need.
• Make a Tangible Impact: Your efforts will be key to ensuring St Andrew’s Hospice can continue its mission.
• Career Development: We are committed to supporting your growth with ongoing training and development opportunities.

Further Information: if you would like further information or to have a discussion/visit prior to applying, please contact our HR team who will arrange this with our Chief Executive.

Age Scotland is the Scottish charity for older people, working with and supporting thousands of older people across Scotland through our services, our membership network and communities of interest.

The charity has set out an ambitious income generation strategy, seeking to double its income by 2030. The opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Commercial Development to join the charity and explore opportunities to develop our commercial revenue stream, including through our established workforce training programmes and other, previously tested initiatives, such as energy provision and financial services products. We are very interested in exploring gaps in the market and new products and services with viable growth potential which extend our services to the benefits of older people.

As the Head of Commercial Development, you will report to the CEO and work directly with CFO and connect with senior colleagues across the organisation in the delivery of your role. You will lead a team to build on our existing income generation platforms, helping to deliver even greater impact for older people in Scotland in line with our values, seeking to offer high quality services and products to older people at good value.

Living our values, you will approach the role with integrity, while involving, inspiring and empowering our teams, so that together we can create better outcomes for older people in Scotland.

The post will be Scotland-based, a blend of office (Edinburgh-based) and home working. In return for your hard work, enthusiasm and commitment to our values you’ll receive a generous benefits package:

• Generous holiday allowance of 39 days (FTE)

• A range of learning and development opportunities

• Company sick pay

• Healthcare benefit through Westfield Health

• Discounted gym membership

• Cashback scheme from major retailers

• Contributory pension scheme with employer contributions of 9%

• A comprehensive package of support though our Employee Assistance Programme

• Group life cover up to three times your annual salary

• Cycle to work scheme

• Paid carers leave and dependents’ support

• The option to buy more holidays or sell them

• Enhanced maternity and paternity policies.

Are you committed to supporting and improving opportunities to those who have experienced or are at risk of entering the justice system? Apex Scotland is embarking on an exciting new chapter developing our strategic priorities that include a renewed focus on fundraising, marketing and communications to enhance the support we offer those we care for and support.

We are seeking a highly motivated experienced fundraising and partnerships specialist to join our team. This new post will take responsibility for working directly with our services to manage and deliver contracts, streamline income and secure grants from this critical source.

This role is pivotal to supporting the organisation’s purpose to make a significant impact on the lives of people who have experience of the justice system or at risk of entering it. You will maximise income generation to deliver brilliant services that are aligned to our strategic ambitions and that create a positive impact on our ability to deliver for the long term.

You will be an excellent communicator, creative, collaborative, proactive, self-motivated and innovative together with understanding and appreciating the impact trauma has on the lives of those we care for and support.

You will be able to build productive and respectful working relationships with the Leadership and Service Delivery teams, to drive forward income generation. You will have a proven track record of managing procurement, tendering and managing contracts.

This role is based in our head office in Edinburgh with hybrid working offered.

Apex Scotland offers the following benefits:

• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with 5 years’ service.
• 14 public holidays per year plus closure between Christmas and New Year
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Access to Perkbox

About ACOSVO

Established in 2000, ACOSVO is a growing membership organisation of 750+ voluntary sector Chief Executives, Senior Leaders and Chairs across Scotland. Our vision is that voluntary sector leadership in Scotland is influential, resilient, and trusted.

ACOSVO holds a unique position being the only organisation of its kind in Scotland with its members comprising of the key decision and change makers in the sector.

By offering a wide range of services, networks, personal and professional development opportunities, and relevant member benefits we’re here for voluntary sector leaders at every stage of their leadership journey.

Through engagement with members and partners ACOSVO has created a new Strategy for 2024-2029 with a new vision, aims, objectives and importantly a new suite of values that will underpin delivery. It is ambitious and we have created a new Head of Operations position to play a critical role in supporting the organisation to achieve the outcomes identified in the Strategy.

We are dynamic and committed to strive every day to do better for our membership. We do this by supporting and challenging each other, engaging with our members, and prioritising learning. We have a culture that enables us to deliver at our best and our values are very important to us.

Further information about ACOSVO and our new Strategy can be found at acosvo.org.uk

About the Role

ACOSVO is a small team with big aspirations and it is a very exciting time to join as a member of our Senior Leadership team. As Head of Operations you will be responsible for the overall success of our operations including planning and processes, finance and resource management, and organisational reporting. You will be responsible for HR, digital, driving membership growth and delivering high levels of efficiency and member satisfaction. As part of the Senior Leadership team you will act as an ambassador for ACOSVO, explore new ways to develop our activities, generate income, and provide line management that maximises peoples potential.

This is a permanent position, working 35 hours per week.

Additional benefits include 25 days annual leave plus 11 public holidays, pension scheme (employer contribution of up to 6%), and death in service at 1 x salary.

The working location for this role is hybrid working from home or our workspace at Greyfriars Charteris Centre, 138 – 140 Pleasance, Edinburgh, EH8 9RR. There will be a requirement to work at other locations in Scotland and these times will be arranged in advance.

We are happy to talk about flexible working such as location and when the hours are worked within our core hours of 8am-6pm Monday to Friday.

Please note that this role is not suitable as a job share.

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Position within Structure: Senior Leadership Team

Travel Requirements: Throughout Scotland with occasional UK Travel

To drive forward our No Life Half Lived strategy, we are seeking a Head of Communications and Marketing who is a strategic and influential leader with the vision and creativity to elevate CHSS's brand, reputation, and engagement among our key audiences.

In this pivotal role, you will play a crucial part in strengthening the CHSS brand, enhancing our reputation, and building meaningful connections with a wide range of stakeholders, from service users, volunteers, and supporters to healthcare professionals and the public. Through compelling storytelling, innovative campaigns, and evidence-based marketing strategies, you will enable our key stakeholders to connect and utilise our services when they need them most.

As an accomplished, hands-on marketeer with a proactive and impact-driven mindset, you will bring a strong track record in planning, executing, and managing integrated marketing and communications campaigns that elevate an organisation’s profile. With direct experience in crafting audience-centred propositions and campaigns grounded in both qualitative and quantitative insights the successful candidate will also have a background in leading multi-disciplinary communications teams to achieve measurable results. Building and nurturing effective relationships with a diverse array of internal and external stakeholders will be integral to your role.

Appeal Director – Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS)

Are you ready to make a profound impact on the future of children’s palliative care in Scotland? As Appeal Director, you will play a vital role in our most ambitious appeal yet—driving the six- and seven- figure gifts needed for us to achieve our ambitions in the “It’s Not Just a Hospice Appeal”, to secure critical funding to transform Rachel House children’s hospice, and critically, transform the experience of children’s palliative care in Scotland.

In this high-impact role, you will work with an exceptional team to engage philanthropic partners, cultivate major gifts, and deliver on our ambitious vision. From shaping donor strategies to creating lasting, meaningful partnerships, you’ll play a central part in CHAS’s goal of raising £16.3 million to reimagine Rachel House and grow CHAS’s long-term impact.

“At CHAS, every day brings an opportunity to make a difference, transforming lives through generosity and compassion,” says Iain McAndrew, Director of Income Generation and Engagement.

Where You’ll Fit In

As part of our award-winning Income Generation and Engagement team, you’ll work closely with our Head of Partnerships and Philanthropy and report directly to the Director of Income Generation. The Appeal Director role is integral to our 2024-2028 Strategic Plan, connecting our vision to every generous partner supporting our mission to ensure no family faces their child’s death alone.

About You

To excel as Appeal Director, you will bring:

• Demonstrated success in securing six- and seven-figure gifts.

• Expertise in building lasting, meaningful relationships with high-level donors and partners.

• Proven ability to meet ambitious goals through strategic planning and effective

• The ability to engage, inspire, and articulate compelling cases for support.

• An alignment with CHAS’ vision and values, and a deep commitment to making a difference for children and families.

• Experience in either the nonprofit or commercial sector, with a willingness to navigate complex projects and stakeholders.

Why Join CHAS?

At CHAS, we’re committed to making sure that no one has to face the death of their child alone. We provide unwavering care through a unique model that spans hospices, hospitals, and homes, providing comfort, choice, and dignity to children who may die young and their families.

Working with CHAS means making an extraordinary impact every day in a supportive, collaborative environment. Here’s what we offer:

• Flexible Working: Embrace hybrid options with time split between home and onsite in any of our sites in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Kinross or Balloch, with family-friendly working arrangements.

• Professional Development: Exposure to a range of fundraising activities and continuous learning opportunities.

• Supportive Culture: Work alongside a high-performing, award-winning team dedicated to achieving ambitious goals through innovation and partnership.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy generous annual leave, a competitive pension, incremental salary progression, Blue Light discounts, and extensive health and wellbeing support.

What if you don’t meet all the job requirements?

At CHAS we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, supported, and valued. We celebrate diversity and inclusivity, recognising that everyone’s journey is unique. We believe in the power of transferable skills, so if you don’t have the exact qualifications or background listed but believe your experience and skills are a great fit, we encourage you to apply. Feel free to reach out to Iain or our team for a chat to explore how you could be a great addition to our team.