About you

Could you use your skills and experience to make it possible for people with myeloma to live longer and better lives?

Myeloma UK is looking for a highly motivated and experienced major donor fundraiser to join our innovative and high performing fundraising team.

Our mid-level and major donors provide vital income for the charity, and this role presents an exciting opportunity to help shape our strategy and deliver a plan for growth in the coming years. We are looking for an exceptional relationship manager who can identify potential supporters and deliver effective cultivation, ask and stewardship strategies to secure high value support.

You will be an excellent verbal and written communicator, with the ability to convey the life-changing impact of our research, advocacy and patient support to a wide range of stakeholders and inspire them to donate. Crucially, you will be thoughtful and empathetic as many of our supporters have been directly impacted by myeloma.

Experience in major and mid-level giving is essential. The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience of securing 4 and 5 figure gifts.

About the role

Myeloma UK is an ambitious charity, with a strategy to grow our reach to support more people with myeloma and accelerate progress towards a cure for myeloma.

The Philanthropy Manager is responsible for increasing our proactive engagement with high value supporters and growing this income area over the coming years to help us increase our impact.

The post holder will be responsible for leading mid-level and major giving, working closely with colleagues across the organisation to identify fundraising priorities, develop cases for support, identify, cultivate and secure support from high-value supporters, and ensure we offer exceptional stewardship. This will involve working with senior colleagues, trustees and volunteers.

The role line manages and supports the Philanthropy Officer, who leads on mid-level giving. It also works alongside the Special Events Manager to develop and deliver high-quality events that cultivate and steward high-value supporters. The Philanthropy Manager is a senior role in our established Fundraising team and will work collaboratively with colleagues who lead Individual Giving, Legacies and In Memory, Community and Events, Corporate, Trusts and Foundations and Supporter Care.

About us

Myeloma UK is the only UK charity focused on the incurable blood cancer, myeloma and its related conditions. We provide support and influence access to treatments, while researching a cure. Thanks to life-extending treatments and support, today many people affected by myeloma are able to live longer and to live well.

We are committed to bringing together the best and brightest people to help us ensure that every person affected by myeloma has an empowered present and a hopeful future.

Our ultimate goal is to find a cure and make myeloma history. Until then, our mission is to help every person living with myeloma, live well, for as long as possible. We are committed to diagnosing myeloma earlier, discovering and sharing knowledge, transforming the patient experience and influencing positive change.

Our culture

Wellbeing and staff engagement are at the heart of our culture. We offer our employees a range of benefits including a pension salary exchange scheme, flexitime, flexible working from home with hub-based office working, health plan, employee assistance plan and holiday purchase scheme and we are committed to providing learning and development opportunities for all our employees.

For further information please go to myeloma.org.uk/library/philanthropy-manager

BECOME A TRUSTEE

Help transform lives. Help shape our future.

Make a lasting difference in tackling homelessness and poverty.

The Marie Trust supports people facing homelessness and poverty in Glasgow, helping them move towards stable accommodation and access the specialist support they need.

We are looking for committed, thoughtful people to join our Board of Trustees and guide our next chapter.

WE WOULD PARTICULARLY WELCOME EXPERIENCE IN

FINANCE & FUNDRAISING

Strengthening financial oversight and resources

LEGAL

Supporting sound governance and compliance

DIGITAL & COMMUNICATIONS

Helping us connect with our communities

HUMAN RESOURCES

Supporting people and organisational development

STRATEGIC PLANNING & GOVERNANCE

Help shape our long-term direction and strengthen Board oversight.

We also welcome experience in homelessness, housing and social care; lived experience of homelessness or poverty; and

partnership development.

WHAT IS INVOLVED?

Quarterly Board meetings, additional sub-committee meetings as required, and opportunities to engage with our services and events.

Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people with a disability and or Autism?

About Options Moray

Aberlour Options Moray is a community-based service for children/young people with learning disabilities offering residential, short breaks, family-based care and community support matched with the individual needs of every young person.

What we are looking for....

We are looking for a Young People’s Worker, to work 35 hours per week on a permanent basis. The team work no more than 4 days before a day off and currently have every second weekend off. Rotas are designed around the needs of the young people we care for and ensuring the wellness of the practitioners we employ. Late shifts are 2.00pm to 10.00pm. Early shifts are 7.30am to 2.30pm. Overnight sleep ins are part of the role, alongside an awake member of night staff. Shifts can be subject to change as and when required for the needs of the service.

Individuals need to bring a range of qualities to the role including being playful, warm and accepting and must be able to adapt their practice to appropriately meet the varying individual needs of each young person. This role can be challenging but is also immensely rewarding and provides postholders with rich opportunities to develop their own practice and understanding of the needs of children and young people with disabilities.

You must be comfortable working in a culture based on respect, integrity, innovation and the ability to challenge – both yourself and other people. We support our staff to be as effective as they can be through dedicated training and supervision. In return our staff act as exceptional role models supporting the children and young people, as well as sharing knowledge and learning with colleagues.

Ideally, you will have a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 7 or above, or be willing to work to this requirement as per SSSC registration.

At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team. To have a look at our values to understand more about what we are looking for from our employees click here.

What we offer...

As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers. Find out more about our Employee Benefits here and our commitment to Equality and Diversity here.

Please also read our recruitment privacy notice - Aberlour | Privacy notice.

About Advice Direct Scotland

Advice Direct Scotland (ADS) is Scotland's national advice service, providing free, practical and impartial advice to people across Scotland on issues including consumer rights, energy, debt, housing and advocacy.

Our mission is simple: to ensure everyone in Scotland has access to the support they need, when they need it.

As a modern, digital-first organisation, we deliver advice and support through telephone, webchat, email, SMS, social media and self-service digital tools, enabling us to reach people in the way that works best for them.

Every year, our services help thousands of people navigate financial challenges, access support, resolve consumer issues and improve their wellbeing. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, helping us deliver meaningful impact across Scotland's communities.

About the Role

As our External Engagement Lead, you'll be responsible for raising awareness of ADS services, developing strategic partnerships, creating referral pathways and delivering events that increase engagement and service uptake.

You'll work closely with colleagues across business development, communications and service delivery to ensure our services reach more individuals, communities and organisations, particularly those who may otherwise struggle to access support.

What You'll Be Doing

• Developing and delivering engagement and outreach activity across Scotland.
• Building and managing relationships with partners, stakeholders and community organisations.
• Creating and strengthening referral pathways into ADS services.
• Representing ADS at meetings, conferences, exhibitions and networking events.
• Planning and delivering webinars, workshops, roadshows and stakeholder events.
• Working with colleagues to promote engagement activity and share impact stories.
• Monitoring performance, evaluating outcomes and reporting on impact.
• Supporting funding applications, tenders and organisational growth through engagement evidence and insight.

About You

You'll be a confident communicator and natural relationship-builder with experience of delivering engagement, outreach, partnership or events activity.

You'll also have:

• Experience of developing partnerships and community engagement initiatives.
• A track record of increasing participation, referrals, service uptake or stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent communication, presentation and networking skills.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Experience managing events and coordinating multiple priorities.
• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues and partners.
• A commitment to inclusion, accessibility and helping people access the support they need.

Experience within the third sector, public sector, advice sector or community engagement environment would be advantageous.

Why Join ADS?

• 31.25 hours over a 4-day working week
• Monday to Friday only, 9am to 6pm
• 2 x 15 minute breaks plus 1 hour lunch
• 30.5 days annual leave (38 days pro rata), enabling excellent work-life balance
• 8% employer pension contribution
• Life insurance for added peace of mind
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing support
• Fresh fruit and snacks daily
• Company events
• Company sick pay
• Reward and benefits programmes
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development
• Opportunities for progression within Advice Direct Scotland
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact across Scotland
• Flexible, supportive and values-driven culture
• Variety, autonomy and the chance to shape a growing engagement programme
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities

The Iona Community is seeking an Abbey Administrator to provide the efficient administration and communication that keep our activities on Iona running smoothly.

Working as part of the Resident Team is more than a job; it is a way of life. You will live and work alongside colleagues and guests, sharing in daily tasks, worship and recreation.

You will provide administrative support across the Abbey Team and be an initial point of contact for general enquiries by phone, by email and in person. Working with the Bookings Co-ordinator, you will help manage guest bookings, room allocations and guest lists, ensuring that arrangements are in place to meet guests’ needs.

The role also includes working with the Finance Team to process island financial transactions and keep accurate records, and supporting the Iona Community Prayer Circle. You will work closely with colleagues on the island and on the mainland, and will have considerable day-to-day autonomy.

We are looking for someone with:

• A strong commitment to the ministry of hospitality and the common life, and a pastoral nature that welcomes people whoever they are
• A proven track record of providing quality administrative support in an office environment
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft 365
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven organisational and numeracy skills, with close attention to detail
• The ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team
• The ability to maintain a high degree of responsibility and confidentiality
• The ability to handle competing demands, adapt to change and work well under pressure
• Emotional intelligence, compassion and warmth
• A willingness to live in a residential community and cover for colleagues when necessary
• Awareness of, and sympathy with, the Iona Community’s Christian commitment, purpose and values

Experience of customer service, managing financial transactions (including cash handling) and software such as Canva, Xero, CiviPlus or Freetobook would be welcome, but is not essential.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. The post-holder must be, or become, a member of Scotland’s Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme.

Due to the nature of this post, it will not be possible to consider applicants who do not already have the right to work in the United Kingdom.

The Iona Community is seeking an Abbey Housekeeper to lead our housekeeping team and help make Iona Abbey a clean, well-organised and welcoming home for guests, staff and volunteers.

Working as part of the Resident Team is more than a job; it is a way of life. You will live and work alongside colleagues and guests, sharing in daily tasks, worship and recreation.

Working with a Deputy Housekeeper and up to four volunteers, you will take part in all cleaning duties and ensure that the Abbey accommodation, Welcome Centre toilets and other Community properties on Iona are kept to a high standard. You will also ensure the smooth running of the Refectory and Scullery, working with the Kitchen Team.

This is also an important guest-facing role. For many guests, the housekeeping team is the most visible team at the Abbey, and you will often be the first person they turn to with a question between programme activities. The post involves early and late shifts in line with the flow of Abbey life.

We are looking for someone with:

• A strong commitment to the ministry of hospitality and the common life, and a pastoral nature that welcomes people whoever they are
• Experience of cleaning, ideally in a hospitality setting
• Proven ability to supervise and support people and to lead by example
• Well-developed organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ideally from a customer-facing environment
• A good understanding of Health & Safety and environmental regulations
• The ability to work well under pressure, adapt to change and take independent initiative
• The ability to undertake a hands-on role involving some physical work and manual handling
• A willingness to live in a residential community and cover for colleagues when necessary
• Awareness of, and sympathy with, the Iona Community’s Christian commitment, purpose and values

Experience of managing volunteers and good computer skills, including Microsoft 365, would be welcome but are not essential.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. The post-holder must be, or become, a member of Scotland’s Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme.

Due to the nature of this post, it will not be possible to consider applicants who do not already have the right to work in the United Kingdom.

The Iona Community is seeking a Programme Planning Co-ordinator to shape the guest programme at Iona Abbey, planning creative and inclusive weeks that affirm and challenge people of all ages and inspire them to share their experience with the wider world.

Working as part of the Resident Team is more than a job; it is a way of life. You will live and work alongside colleagues and guests, sharing in daily tasks, worship and recreation.

Our guest programme runs from March to November, with themes ranging from particular concerns of the Iona Community to more flexible “Time and Space” weeks. Some weeks are led by staff and others by external leaders, including islanders and members of the Iona Community. Every year also includes a YouthFest, a Columba Week and an Easter Week.

You will plan these weeks three years ahead, in line with the Iona Community’s purpose, work and concerns, considering the balance of the programme, the availability of leaders and how best to maximise occupancy. You will also evaluate each week’s programme and work with the Programme Delivery Co-ordinator, external leaders and the Abbey Team to support its delivery, including providing holiday cover.

We are looking for someone with:

• A strong commitment to the ministry of hospitality and the common life, and a pastoral nature that welcomes people whoever they are
• Experience of forward planning a wide range of programmes
• Experience of facilitating creative and inclusive programmes for a variety of groups
• A creative, spontaneous and innovative approach to programme design, including the use of technology
• The ability to work with people from a wide range of ages, backgrounds, abilities, nationalities and languages
• Experience of supervising and supporting people, fostering good teams and delegating
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise conflicting demands and communicate well
• Flexibility, emotional intelligence, compassion and warmth
• Proficient computer skills, including Word, Excel, email and Office 365
• A willingness to live in a residential community and cover for colleagues when necessary

A qualification in teaching or community development would be welcome, as would experience of working with children and young people, facilitating worship or using social media platforms. These are not essential.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. The post-holder must be, or become, a member of Scotland’s Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme.

Due to the nature of this post, it will not be possible to consider applicant’s who do not already have the right to work in the United Kingdom.

The Iona Community is seeking an Abbey Worship Co-ordinator to help make worship at Iona Abbey welcoming, well supported and accessible, both in the Abbey Church and online.

Working as part of the Resident Team is more than a job; it is a way of life. You will live and work alongside colleagues and guests, sharing in daily tasks, worship and recreation.

You will support those leading and taking part in services, and ensure that individuals, groups and day visitors feel welcome in the Abbey Church. You will also maintain and operate the sound and audio-visual systems, train staff and volunteers to use them safely, and manage recordings and live-streams of services, including our daily YouTube services.

The role also involves looking after Abbey Church resources, supervising the Abbey Church volunteer and contributing to shared team responsibilities. Early and late shifts are part of the rhythm of Abbey life.

We are looking for someone with:

• A strong commitment to the ministry of hospitality and the common life, and a welcoming, pastoral approach to people of all backgrounds and circumstances
• Practical experience of operating sound and audio-visual systems in a live setting, and of resolving routine technical problems
• Experience of helping others use technical equipment safely and confidently
• Experience of supervising and supporting people in their work
• Good organisational and IT skills, with the ability to stay calm and flexible when the unexpected happens
• Emotional intelligence, compassion and warmth
• The ability to undertake the physical aspects of the role, including manual handling and moving furniture and equipment
• A willingness to participate in residential community life and provide cover for colleagues

Experience of preparing for worship and familiarity with equipment such as the Allen & Heath QU-16 digital mixing console would be welcome, but are not essential.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. The post-holder must be, or become, a member of Scotland’s Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme.

Due to the nature of this post, it will not be possible to consider applicants who do not already have the right to work in the United Kingdom.

The Iona Community is seeking a committed Christian to lead our residential and religious community at Iona Abbey.

Working as part of the Resident Team is more than a job; it is a way of life. As Abbey Warden, you will provide leadership, pastoral care and spiritual support to the Abbey’s staff and volunteers, nurturing a vibrant and healthy community for all who live, work and visit here.

You will ensure that the Abbey is a place of welcome, rest, hospitality and challenge, maintaining the daily rhythm of worship and supporting creative, meaningful programmes. As a member of our Senior Management Team, you will help to shape the work of the wider Community, and you will be our senior public representative on Iona and Mull.

We are looking for someone with:

• A good knowledge of the Iona Community and a deep commitment to the Common Life, including the ministry of radical hospitality
• Significant experience of team leadership and of planning and leading worship
• Experience of providing pastoral or spiritual support and of delivering creative programmes
• Emotional intelligence, compassion, warmth and flexibility
• A willingness to live in a residential community

Being a committed Christian with a clear passion for, or understanding of, the Iona Community’s commitment to incarnational spirituality is an occupational requirement for this role.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. The post-holder must be, or become, a member of Scotland’s Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme.

Benefits:

• Over 7 weeks inclusive paid leave and the option to buy or sell leave.
• 1 well-being day per year.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Excellent training and the opportunity to undertake professional training for some roles.
• Flexible maternity, paternity, and adoption packages.
• Up to 7% employer pension contribution and life assurance cover.
• Blue Light Card eligibility with discounts at 15,000 national retailers.

Why Action for Children?

Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. It is the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that, when we work together, we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable children's lives.

A bit about the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Action for Children as a Bid Administrator/Writer on a Permanent Contract working 35 hours per week on a Hybrid basis. The successful candidate will play an essential role within the smooth running and efficient functioning of a busy, fast-paced team. The postholder will help to maintain systems and processes relating to all aspects of Business Development including tendering activities. The postholder will be responsible for opportunity administration, record keeping, reporting and compliance, while contributing to the coordination, production and submission of tenders. This will include providing input to written responses as well as organising and compiling required information, evidence and content.

We welcome applications from candidates with a strong background in administration, with full induction in Business Development activities.

How you'll help to create brighter futures

• Working as part of a busy team to support opportunity administration and tender coordination, production and submission.
• Using external systems to help identify and manage a pipeline of Business Development opportunities.
• Following defined internal processes to ensure a structured approach to bid coordination and production.
• Maintaining appropriate records relating to Business Development activities and performance and supporting reporting processes.
• Take responsibility for collaborating effectively with a range of internal colleagues and teams to gain required input to inform tender responses.
• Gathering, organising and compiling information, evidence and content in a way that is clear, easy to understand and logically structured.
• Providing input to written responses which help to demonstrate organisational compliance with commissioner and funding requirements.
• Take responsibility for key aspects of the tender submission process including preparation and planning for timely submissions.
• Responding to all requests to meet commissioner requirements and deadlines.

Let's talk about you

• Highly organised and experienced at working to deadlines.
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple pieces of work simultaneously.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with a range of departments, teams and stakeholders.
• Experience of working with complex information to identify priorities and timeline work in a structured way.
• Prominent level of IT skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A team player who enjoys problem solving and has excellent attention to detail.