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Background to The Crichton Trust
The Crichton Trust is a company limited by guarantee with charitable status, established in 1996 to promote, regenerate and care for The Crichton and other buildings of historic interest throughout Dumfries and Galloway.
The Trust has the overall strategic responsibility of ensuring that the site is managed and developed to an appropriate standard. Our mission is to preserve, enhance and interpret the historic character of The Crichton and develop it with a clear identity as a place of educational, commercial, recreational, cultural and artistic excellence taking account of accessibility and stakeholder and community needs for the benefit of Dumfries and Galloway.
Key Responsibilities and Objectives
Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Trust, accountable to the Board of Trustees for its people and resources, ensuring effective delivery of operational, financial, legal and regulatory responsibilities, and inspiring the management team to embrace the challenges faced. Work with the Board to shape, grow, and deliver an innovative, sustainable strategy that secures long-term success—acting as custodian of The Crichton’s place and story; protecting the charity’s ongoing wellbeing; safeguarding the site’s environmental, cultural, and heritage value; and driving The Crichton’s evolution into a thriving hub for economic activity that supports the region’s economic development.
Lead the development and delivery of The Crichton’s strategic partnerships, maximising engagement with key partners and stakeholders to position The Crichton as a vital infrastructure asset for the South of Scotland and nationally, and to drive sustainable growth through collaborative, whole-system approaches that realise shared ambition and opportunities.
We are especially interested in candidates who bring:
- A genuine commitment to, and understanding of, the organisation’s mission
- Proven CEO-level leadership experience, preferably within the non-profit sector
- Extensive senior operational experience in a non-profit environment
- Strong knowledge of charity governance and regulatory requirements
- A track record of successfully managing diverse income streams
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Top job! Chief Executive
- Full time
- Circa £50,000
- Hybrid: Hybrid, including home working flexibility. The organisation does not have a dedicated office; however, there is a requirement for some in-person meetings and travel throughout the year, mostly within Scotland
- Closing 24th February 2026
About the Scottish Mentoring Network
Scottish Mentoring Network (SMN) is a national intermediary organisation which was established in 2005 to promote and support the development of mentoring in Scotland. It is a membership organisation – the members are mentoring projects across Scotland. SMN currently has around 160 member organisations.
Our Mission is to increase the quality, reach and profile of mentoring across Scotland.
Our Vision is effective, high-quality mentoring recognised, valued and available to all.
Our values are:
We inspire: We are passionate and ambitious about mentoring. We encourage and support our members to continuously improve their mentoring practice and motivate others to start mentoring.
We collaborate: We work together with our members, potential members, stakeholders, and partners to achieve our shared goals.
We empower: We encourage our people and those we work with to use a creative, solutions-focused approach to emerging issues. We enable this by sharing information and creating a learning environment that celebrates and learns from both successes and challenges.
The primary purpose of the job
- To provide leadership, strategic direction and continued development of the Scottish Mentoring Network.
- To be responsible for management and performance within strategic and accountability frameworks agreed with the Board.
- To continue to develop the Scottish Mentoring Network to meet the members' needs.
Top job! Chief Officer
- Full time or Part time
- £45,000 – £50,000
- On site: Fort Augustus
- Closing 26th February 2026
The Fort Augustus and Glenmoriston Community Company is responsible for the distribution of community benefit funds. We do this through a grant funding programme but also the delivery of larger community projects. Our wider work includes a Community Caretaker team, affordable housing for local people, development of recreation spaces and running a community shop.
We are a dynamic organisation looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and innovative Chief Officer to continue to lead the organisation further in delivering projects that benefit this community. You will report to the Board of Directors and be supported by an established team.
You will need to have experience of project management, building relationships and working with volunteers, as well as managing an employee team. Of course that isn't all, as you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the organisation financially and legally.
Are you up for this exciting challenge? To find out more please take a look at our recruitment pack. Any questions, or applications, should be sent to operations@communitycompany.co.uk
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Top job! Chief Operating Officer
- Full time
- £66,950
- Hybrid: Edinburgh based with 1 day remote)
- Closing 13th February 2026
We're looking for a Chief Operating Officer to support excellence across our organisation and help us deliver our ambitious program of work in 2026 and beyond.
The Chief Operating Officer is at the heart of the business and plays an internally facing role in Four Square. With a focus on operational excellence, you will lead the development and delivery of core services, ensuring effective use of resources. You’ll lead a team of three and deliver on:
· People and Culture
· Governance
· Business planning
· Facilities management
· Risk Management
· Change management
· Quality and impact assurance
As a member of the leadership team you’ll be fully involved in the development of the organisational strategy and play a key role in ensuring and reporting on the delivery of that strategy. Naturally curious, you’ll be an agile thinker who can create a sense of urgency, developing others and empowering teams to drive progress and achieve operational excellence.
We're looking for someone who is:
· Passionate about homelessness and social enterprise and passionate about Four Square;
· Positive and proactive problem solver and strategic thinker;
· Highly confidential and professional;
· Excellent, visible communicator;
· Strategic thinker comfortable working over a range of issues;
· Proven experience in a similar role, or in significant elements of the role;
You'll have significant experience in:
· senior HR leadership and you might be HR qualified but you must have experience of complex employee relations; driving staff engagement, talent management and succession planning;
· managing corporate services including IT, H&S, property and compliance;
· project management across a range of tasks, business functions and projects
· working with boards (or equivalent) and a good understanding of using governance to enable growth and improvement
Top job! Chief Executive Officer
- Full time
- £65,000 – £75,000
- Hybrid: Blended working across South Lanarkshire
- Closing 16th February 2026
Lead. Influence. Champion communities.
VASLan is seeking an inspiring and values-driven Chief Executive Officer to lead the Third Sector Interface for South Lanarkshire and champion one of Scotland’s most vibrant local third sectors.
VASLan represents and supports over 1,400 community, voluntary and social enterprise organisations. Our ambition is to make South Lanarkshire the best place in Scotland to start, run and grow a third sector organisation.
VASLan is committed to not competing with the local third sector on the delivery of services and to being genuinely accountable to and representative of it.
About the role
As CEO, you will:
· Provide strategic and operational leadership to VASLan
· Act as the principal advocate and system leader for the local third sector
· Build strong partnerships with Community Planning partners, funders and government
· Steward significant funding and ensure long-term sustainability
· Lead, support and develop a committed staff team
· Work closely with the Board to ensure strong governance and accountability
About you
You will bring:
· Senior leadership experience in the third, public or related sector
· Strong influencing, partnership and communication skills
· Sound financial and governance experience
· A deep commitment to community-led, asset-based approaches
· Knowledge of the Scottish third sector and policy environment
The Eric Liddell Community is a local care charity and community hub in the South West of Edinburgh delivering a range of services throughout the City. Founded in 1980 in memory of Eric Liddell, the 1924 Olympic 400m gold medallist, our mission is to be at the heart of the community, enhancing health and wellbeing and improving people’s lives.
We are seeking an inspiring Chief Executive Officer to lead The Eric Liddell Community into an exciting new chapter of growth and impact. This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic, visionary leader with a proven ability to guide organisations to success.
We’re looking for someone with a strong track record in organisational leadership, financial management, and operational excellence. While experience in the third sector is highly valued, it’s not essential—what matters most is your ability to drive innovation, foster collaboration, and deliver meaningful change for the communities we serve.
As CEO, you will work closely with the Chair and Board of Trustees to shape the future direction of The Eric Liddell Community. You will have overall responsibility for the organisation, including strategic leadership and oversight of the charity’s core care services.
Hub Volunteer Co-ordinator
- Part time
- Sessional
- On site: Springburn Community Hub, Unit 6, Springburn Shopping Centre, 230 Springburn Way, GLW, G21 1TS
- Closing 26th February 2026
Spirit of Springburn the SCIO was established at the beginning of 2021 and provides a much needed and valued service for the community. We're made up of local residents and local service providers from Springburn and are committed to creating a place-led approach to improve life in the area by identifying the needs of the community, to make Springburn a safe and healthy place to live, grow and work.
Job Overview:
The Health and Wellbeing Co-ordinator is a new role that will be supported by the Board of Trustees and reporting to the Chair of the Board of Trustees.
We are seeking a motivated, solution focused individual who has the confidence and experience to help shape this new role and to make it a success. You will support and develop the delivery existing wellbeing projects, helping to ensure they are sustainable, as well as creating new groups and activities to meet the needs of the local community.
The duties of the Health and Wellbeing Co-ordinator are varied but include day-to-day running of the hub including dealing with the public, stock control, developing partnership opportunities and increasing awareness of our services.
A full induction programme, training and support will be provided.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Supervision of volunteers, ensuring sufficient skills and experience
- Oversee the creation of a volunteer training programme
- Volunteer rota’s, ensuring services have sufficient volunteer support
- Ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to
- Support with the undertaking of risk assessments within the hub
- Assist with inductions for volunteers
- Promote, monitor and maintain health and safety and security in the working environment
- Co-ordination and support for events and activities
- Ensure that day to day financial matters (such as any charitable funds raised and any expenses reimbursement) are recorded and dealt with timeously and in line with policy and procedures
- Work closely with the Chair of the Board of Trustees to report on key performance indicators and budgets
Health & Wellbeing Co-ordinator
- Part time
- Sessional
- On site: Springburn Community Hub, Unit 6, Springburn Shopping Centre, 230 Springburn Way, GLW, G21 1TS
- Closing 26th February 2026
Spirit of Springburn the SCIO was established at the beginning of 2021 and provides a much needed and valued service for the community. We're made up of local residents and local service providers from Springburn and are committed to creating a place-led approach to improve life in the area by identifying the needs of the community, to make Springburn a safe and healthy place to live, grow and work.
Job Overview:
The Health and Wellbeing Co-ordinator is a new role that will be supported by the Board of Trustees and reporting to the Chair of the Board of Trustees.
We are seeking a motivated, solution focused individual who has the confidence and experience to help shape this new role and to make it a success. You will support and develop the delivery existing wellbeing projects, helping to ensure they are sustainable, as well as creating new groups and activities to meet the needs of the local community.
The duties of the Health and Wellbeing Co-ordinator are varied but include day-to-day running of the hub including dealing with the public, stock control, developing partnership opportunities and increasing awareness of our services.
A full induction programme, training and support will be provided.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Working with the hub volunteer co-ordinator to ensure the health and wellbeing groups are fully and appropriately supported
- Imbed sustainable approaches to improving and increasing the range of health and wellbeing activities offered
- Develop good partnerships with other key organisations and charities to create opportunities for the people of Springburn
- Establish processes to capture feedback on services offered
- Work closely with the Board of Trustees to report on key performance indicators and budgets
- Work closely with the Board of Trustees to complete funding applications
- Ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to
- Support with the undertaking of risk assessments within the hub
- Promote, monitor and maintain health and safety and security in the working environment
- Co-ordination and support for events and activities
- Ensure that day to day financial matters (such as any charitable funds raised and any expenses reimbursement) are recorded and dealt with timeously and in line with policy and procedures
“Are you looking for a new challenge which will directly improve a community? Do you want a job with responsibility to plan and execute projects with lasting impact? Are you self-motivated? Adept at sourcing funding opportunities? Able to motivate others and focused on driving delivery? We have the opportunity you’ve been looking for!
The Kilmadock Development Trust (KDT) has secured funding for a Project Officer 2 years on a part-time basis for two days a week/ 14 hours a week.
We are looking for someone with relevant qualifications and experience to work with the KDT, involving engagement with the local Community Council, the Community, external stakeholders and funders on community projects. Initially this will involve completing some projects that have been started and are at various stages. Also identifying funding streams to allow major community projects to progress. The suitable candidate should be able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication, excellent interpersonal, presentation and IT skills. They will be proactive, able to work on their own initiative, provide reports and plans working strategically. Salary £14,560 per annum, position will be based from the Centre, but homeworking will be considered as appropriate. The position requires someone educated to degree level and/or previous experience in these areas.
About Us
Waverley Care is Scotland’s leading HIV and hepatitis C charity. Guided by the voices and experiences of the people we support, our work helps shape vital services and influences national policy on sexual health and blood borne viruses. Our vision is a Scotland where everyone living with, or at risk of, HIV and hepatitis C is treated with dignity, acceptance, and respect. Through our services, we create safe spaces where people can connect, share experiences, and build confidence. We work to end isolation and support people affected by HIV or hepatitis C to live well.
About Our Board
Waverley Care’s Board brings together a committed group of trustees who are responsible for the charity’s governance and strategic direction. Working collectively, trustees ensure that Waverley Care remains focused on its purpose and continues to deliver meaningful impact for the people and communities we support.
Who we would like to hear from
Previous experience of being a charity trustee is not essential, as training and mentoring will be available to support successful candidates to develop their skills and confidence in the role. We are seeking people who can contribute insight and perspective to the Board across two areas. You may bring experience in one or both.
We are particularly keen to broaden the diversity of our Board and to include the voices of people from the communities we work with. This may include:
- People with lived experience of HIV or hepatitis C.
- People from communities disproportionately affected by HIV or hepatitis C.
- Professionals with experience working in the HIV or hepatitis C sector
We are also interested in hearing from people who can bring specific professional expertise or qualifications in one or more of the following areas:
- HR
- Fundraising
- Finance
Time Commitment
As a trustee, you would be expected to attend four Board meetings per year. Meetings are normally held quarterly in Edinburgh city centre and, while we encourage trustees to attend in person where possible, a virtual option is also available. In addition to these meetings, trustees may be invited to attend occasional Board and organisation-wide development days.