We’re looking for a motivated and experienced Shop Manager to lead the day-to-day running of our busy charity shop in Dunblane. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference – raising vital funds for a great cause, promoting sustainable shopping, and managing a dedicated team of supervisors and volunteers.

If you have retail management experience, a passion for second-hand goods, and the drive to support a community-focused charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Please see theJob Description and Person Specification for full details.

We are looking for a Partnerships Manager, who is based in the Inverness or Moray Firth areas to recruit volunteer mentors both in the community and through forming partnerships with key public and private sector organisations.

You will work closely with our Partnerships Managers across Scotland and England as well as our Communications team, to promote the MCR programme to organisations and individuals. The purpose is to recruit committed volunteers who will mentor a young person in their school for one hour a week during term time for a minimum of one year. Based from home, our Partnerships Managers work closely with the wider MCR team ensuring a balance of autonomy and support. Travel to meetings, events and the Scotland and South East England offices are all reimbursed.

Key responsibilities:

• Recruit volunteer mentors to reach monthly targets both through engagement in the community and with organisations
• Source and attend in person and remote events to recruit volunteer mentors
• Clearly communicate the charity's purpose and the proven benefits to young people and mentors, developing purposeful relationships with prospective mentors and organisations through face to face meetings and presentations
• Work closely with the regional team to tailor mentor recruitment to the needs of your region
• Working closely with the Partnerships Managers in Scotland and England and our Communications team to manage effective recruitment campaigns
• Manage systems to evaluate and assess the effectiveness of strategy and practice

About you

• Experience of and expertise in relationship-building on an organisational and individual level
• Experience presenting compelling and emotionally engaging information sessions to stakeholder organisations and individuals
• Experience and understanding of the importance of recruiting a diverse range of volunteers
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Belief in young people’s potential, modelling motivation, commitment and resilience
• Knowledge of the north of Scotland, its community groups, employers and organisations.

You may have experience of mentoring, volunteering or the third sector. You will be a people person, open minded and equally comfortable presenting to large audiences and engaging on a one to one basis.

About us

MCR Pathways is an award-winning charity established in Glasgow in 2007. Our mentoring programme is now delivered in schools across the whole of Scotland as well as North East and South East England. We are committed to helping the region’s most vulnerable young people gain self-confidence, identify their skills and recognise and fulfil their potential. Our vision is for all young people to experience equality of education outcomes, career opportunities and life chances. Our mentoring programme has profound impacts on school pupils in their confidence, wellbeing and post-school progression. MCR Mentors are volunteers who make and experience a life-changing difference. You will be joining a friendly and supportive team who love what they do and enjoy working with each other. We model our values and many of us are also mentors ourselves.

Benefits of working for MCR Pathways include: 33 days annual leave in first year rising to 38 days from 2nd year of employment, additional day off for your birthday, Living Pensions Employer, Life Assurance - 4 x salary.

Please note, this role is subject to a Disclosure Scotland check and two satisfactory references, one of which must be from your current or most recent employer.

East Ayrshire Citizens Advice Bureau (EACAB) is a progressive and innovative advice organisation dedicated to providing free, impartial, and confidential advice to local communities. We offer both generalist advice and specialist casework services to support people in need across East Ayrshire.

We are currently recruiting for an Operations Manager following a recent organisational restructure. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated individual to play a key leadership role in the day-to-day running of our services. The successful candidate will help ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of advice provision across multiple channels, including face-to-face, phone, and outreach services.

The Operations Manager will work closely with the CEO and senior staff to support staff teams, enhance service delivery, and ensure compliance with quality standards. This post plays a central role in the effective management of people, processes, and performance across the bureau.

For more details about the key responsibilities of the role and the knowledge, skills and experience required, please refer to the job description and person specification. If you would like to have an informal conversation about the role, we would be happy to accommodate this.

East Ayrshire Citizens Advice Bureau (EACAB) is a progressive and innovative advice organisation dedicated to providing free, impartial, and confidential advice to local communities. We offer both generalist advice and specialist casework services to support people in need across East Ayrshire.

We are excited to be recruiting for a Volunteer Development Manager, a new post that will play a vital role in shaping and strengthening our volunteer programme. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic and experienced individual to lead the development, coordination and support of volunteering across the bureau.

The new postholder will be responsible for attracting, recruiting, training and supporting volunteers, helping to create a rewarding and inclusive volunteer experience. They will work closely with staff and volunteers to develop a strong volunteering culture, aligned with the bureau’s values and strategic aims.

For more details about the key responsibilities of the role and the knowledge, skills and experience required, please refer to the job description and person specification included in the job pack at the bottom of this page. If you would like to have an informal conversation about the role, we would be happy to accommodate this.

East Ayrshire Citizens Advice Bureau (EACAB) is a progressive and innovative advice organisation dedicated to providing free, impartial, and confidential advice to local communities. We offer both generalist advice and specialist casework services to support people in need across East Ayrshire.

We are pleased to be recruiting for a new post of Offices Manager, a key operational role that will support the smooth running of our premises and administrative functions. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong organisational and problem-solving skills to help us maintain welcoming, safe, and efficient working environments across our sites.

The Offices Manager will take the lead on managing premises, facilities, health and safety, office systems, and supporting the wider team with day-to-day reception and administrative operations. They will play an important part in ensuring the bureau can deliver high-quality services in a well-managed and professional setting.

For more details about the key responsibilities of the role and the knowledge, skills and experience required, please refer to the job description and person specificationIf you would like to have an informal conversation about the role, we would be happy to accommodate this.

Are you an organised, supportive leader who’s passionate about helping people thrive? We’re looking for a dedicated Deputy Manager / Volunteer Coordinator to strengthen our team and help us make a bigger impact in our community.

About the role:

• Support the CEO in the day-to-day running of our services

• Recruit, train and coordinate our amazing volunteers

• Ensure volunteers feel valued, supported, and motivated

• Help develop new initiatives and maintain high-quality service delivery

• Build strong relationships with our community and partners

About you:

• Proven experience in team leadership, volunteer management, or community work

• Excellent organisational and people skills

• Confident communicator with a supportive, positive attitude

• Able to motivate and inspire others

• Flexible and adaptable, with good problem-solving abilities

What we offer:

• A friendly, supportive working environment

• Opportunities for training and professional development

• Flexible working arrangements where possible

• The chance to play a vital role in supporting our community

Are you an excellent storyteller with a talent for writing compelling funding applications? We’re looking for a dedicated Grants and Trusts Fundraiser to help us secure vital income and grow our impact.

About the role:

• Research, identify, and apply to relevant grant-making bodies and trusts

• Write persuasive proposals and impact reports

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with funders

• Work closely with our team to align funding bids with our mission and programmes

About you:

• Proven experience in trust and grants fundraising (or strong transferable skills)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong research and organisational abilities

• A proactive, self-motivated approach and attention to detail

What we offer:

• A supportive, passionate team environment

• Flexible, hybrid or remote working options

• Training and professional development opportunities

• The chance to make a genuine difference to our cause

About Us

Oliver Gill was diagnosed with a very rare and aggressive form of cancer at just a few days old, and despite smiling his way through intensive chemotherapy passed away at 24 weeks old. LoveOliver was started on his parents’ laptop with donations from friends and family.

Today, LoveOliver reaches every family in Scotland with a child diagnosed with cancer, providing practical, financial and emotional support along with the hope of gentler treatments and ultimately a cure, through investment in ground-breaking research. LoveOliver has its own children’s charity shop in Glenrothes and was recently gifted the incredible Hub drop-in centre near Edinburgh’s Royal Hospital for Children & Young People, as well as continuing to provide meals, thermometers and financial grants to every Scottish family impacted by childhood cancer.

As LoveOliver has grown so has our ambition, and we are expanding our small team to help us move forward at this exciting time for the organisation. Help us realise our vision of a country in which every family with a child diagnosed with cancer knows there is hope of a cure and that they will have support on their cancer journey

The Role

This is a new and exciting opportunity to lead on fundraising for LoveOliver. We have a strong network of voluntary community fundraisers who are passionate about supporting families impacted by childhood cancer. As our organisation grows our priority is establishing long-term funding relationships and securing substantial donations from trusts and partners.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic fundraiser to focus on proactively creating fundraising income opportunities with trusts and foundations. Experience across a range of fundraising types would be advantageous as in this role you will also contribute to our Fundraising Strategy and assist the Charity Manager with creating fundraising resources, coordinating fundraising campaigns and events, and developing relationships with corporate partners.

Our ideal candidate will have a proven track record of generating income and building strong, lasting relationships with funders. You will be creative and engaging,passionate about our work, self-motivated, organised and focused on achieving your income goals.Please note this is initially a 2 year fixed term post with the intention of extending dependent on success.

The Support Development Worker has the overall responsibility to develop online and direct support services for survivors of organised/ ritualised abuse and people with mental health problems who are affected by extreme childhood abuse. In particular setting up online and face to face support groups.

Major Tasks

• Recruit, train and supervise volunteers to assist on the project.
• Develop online peer support groups for survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse who are waiting to access mental health services or unable to access these services.
• Form a steering group and engage with people with lived experience around the design and structure of the groups, exploring policies and risks.
• Identify the needs of survivors through discussions around policy and risk in the ways in which virtual space is used.
• Pilot online support groups and evaluate and demonstrate impact on wellbeing.
• Organise weekly facilitated support groups to provide ongoing practical and emotional support, peer support and a place to come together.
• Develop a programme for group sessions covering issues such as mental health, PTSD, coping skills, alternatives to self-harm, benefits advice, healthy relationships and other issues as agreed by participants.
• Provide 2 groups weekly running for 6-8 weeks aimed at survivors of organised abuse to reduce isolation and loneliness and assist in sharing lived experiences.
• Monitor and evaluate progress to evaluate and learn what works best for survivors and shape future developments.
• Support and encourage survivors to access other agencies and services.
• Carry out on-going consultations and evaluations.
• Develop partnerships with other agencies working with survivors.
• Oversee compilation of reports, including evaluation of statistics.
• Attend meetings and trainings as necessary.
• Any other duties agreed with Management.

Please be aware we are looking to recruit two individuals, ideally we would like one to be based in the north and one in the south of Highland but this is not as important as getting the right person.

Purpose:

The Development Officers will have a key role in supporting local organisations working with volunteers. Their particular role will focus on one to one support for organisations, volunteer managers and where necessary custom volunteering roles for those requiring support into volunteering. They will also gather intelligence on volunteering, promote and develop the conversation around volunteering in communities.