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.

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.

Head of Partnerships and Philanthropy – Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS)

Help shape the future of children’s palliative care in Scotland

Are you ready to lead transformative growth at Scotland’s only provider of children’s palliative care? As Head of Partnership and Philanthropy at CHAS, you will be at the heart of our ambition to make sure that no family in Scotland has to face the death of their child alone. Joining at a pivotal time in our organisation’s history, you’ll guide talented teams to secure the vital resources that will help us be there for more children who need our help, and their families. This role offers a rare opportunity to champion creative, high-impact partnerships and inspire a dedicated team working to bring comfort and hope to children and families when they need it most.

In this senior role, you’ll oversee our Partnerships and Philanthropy team during this period of transformational growth, leading efforts to secure major donations, develop corporate relationships, and design unforgettable, high-profile events. Working closely with our Appeal Director, you’ll help drive the “It’s Not Just a Hospice” appeal and lead efforts to secure £16.3 million to transform one of our two children’s hospices, Rachel House. With creativity, determination, and compassion, you’ll play a critical role in CHAS’s mission to provide unwavering care to children who may die young and their families.

Your Role at CHAS

As part of our award-winning Income Generation and Engagement Directorate, you’ll report to the Director of Income Generation and Engagement and lead a department of 13 talented professionals, including two senior managers. This role is central to CHAS’s strategic vision, which includes a fundraising goal of £75 million (including £16.3 million from the major appeal) over the next five years to sustain CHAS’s life-changing work and fund key projects like the Rachel House redevelopment.

About You

To excel in this role, you’ll bring:

• Proven strategic leadership: Success in developing and executing high-value strategies that inspire teams and maximise revenue.

• Fundraising expertise: Significant experience in major donor or partnership fundraising, with a strong track record of meeting ambitious goals.

• High-impact relationship-building skills: Ability to cultivate meaningful partnerships with corporate sponsors, major donors, and stakeholders.

• Team development skills: Demonstrated success in building and leading high-performing teams, nurturing talent, and driving efficiency.

• Innovative, commercially minded approach: Talent for identifying new opportunities and refining operations to support growth.

• Passion for CHAS’ mission: A commitment to making a tangible difference for families facing a child’s life-limiting condition.

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.

Sistema Scotland’s vision is to improve lives and strengthen communities. Working with children, young people and their families, we focus on early intervention and stimulating generational social change. By playing music together in ensembles and orchestras, we aim to grow confidence, respect, teamwork and aspiration in the children, young people and communities we work with.

We deliver our work through six Big Noise programmes: in Raploch & Fallin in Stirling, Govanhill in Glasgow, Torry in Aberdeen, Douglas in Dundee and Wester Hailes in Edinburgh.

You will support the Head of Centre, and as part of the Big Noise Douglas Senior Team, to ensure high quality procedures, processes and operational functions are embedded to maximise the success of the programme. You will also provide leadership and support for the Big Noise Douglas Administration and Support Worker teams, to enable them to deliver the best outcomes for the children, young people and community members in the programme.

A skilled project manager, you will have experience of working with communities and volunteers, and excellent communication skills with children and adults. With a high level of IT skills, you will also have experience and success in taking on leadership roles and responsibilities, along with the belief in the benefits that a social programme such as Big Noise / Sistema Scotland can have.

This post is offered on a full time permanent basis, working 5 days (35 hours) per week, Monday to Friday.

The Head of Fundraising is an exciting new role developed for the Society to increase fundraising and develop additional income streams to enhance the sustainability of the Society. They will help deliver the Transformation Plan, an exciting new project for Scotland’s oldest learned antiquarian Society to help deliver the Society’s vision: “Scotland’s past is for everyone to research, share, enjoy and protect, home and abroad”.

The Transformation Plan includes the acquisition and redevelopment of a B-listed building in central Edinburgh to co-create the most inclusive, low-carbon and heritage-rich space to work, visit and participate. This will become a heritage hub for Scotland’s past, helping to bring heritage alive for a wide range of public audiences. This role will provide the necessary vision, leadership, and fundraising skills which will enable the Society to achieve its fundraising targets and enhance its development program.

They will be an effective fundraiser and key contact for grant giving organisations, personal donations and legacies. They will report directly to the Director sharing collective responsibility to deliver the Society’s strategy and vision.

Initially on a 2.5-year fixed term contract, with the possibility of extension subject to funding, the post will work as part of the senior management team and liaise directly with staff, Councillors (trustees), members (known as Fellows) and other organisations and individuals to ensure the successful delivery of their responsibilities.

The post will have the following immediate priorities:

• Helping develop and submit a major stage one Development Phase National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) grant application in collaboration with the Director and others, creating an engaging and successful proposal and case for support (part of an overall c£6m Transformation Plan project)
• Development and delivery of a major fundraising campaign based on personal giving, grant applications and other fundraising activities
• Working with staff and Councillors to develop the required transformation of the Society to deliver maximum public benefit in line with the Society’s vision and mission
• Line managing staff as required

Main Responsibilities

Strategy and planning

• Development and delivery of a fundraising campaign (including grant funding, individual and organisational donations, and other fundraising activities) for a c£6m project, setting targets in collaboration with the Director and meeting them, creating engaging and successful proposals and cases for support
• Lead the annual fundraising planning process to produce effective strategies to achieve income targets across a range of revenue streams
• In cooperation with the Director, lead the development of a long-term fundraising strategy to achieve agreed long term Society goals and vision
• Identify new potential income streams and produce strategies to access these funds

Fundraising

• Build and manage an effective fundraising team (across the Society staff and volunteers as required) that delivers fundraising income meeting set targets
• Oversee the management of a grant and trust income programme, supporting staff as necessary and ensuring production of effective, high-quality proposals and reports
• Oversee the management of an individual giving programme, supporting staff as necessary and ensuring production of effective, high-quality donor development and reports
• Lead on development of new funding streams
• Develop and maintain effective supporter journeys for the development of relationships and retention

Senior Management

The Head of Fundraising is a member of the Society’s Senior Management Team (SMT) and as such the post-holder will be expected to play a proactive role in the management of the Society including:

• Organisational strategic planning and development
• Income and expenditure budget planning and management
• Advising members of SMT on the availability of funds and the viability of obtaining funds to support initiatives
• Contribute to leadership decisions on all aspects of policy, development and organisation
• Playing a significant role in the preparation, implementation and monitoring of Society strategy and action plans
• To participate as an active member of the SMT, attending meetings and producing reports as required
• Attending Finance, Audit and Risk Committee meetings to report and give advice on fundraising matters
• Attending and participating in Council (trustee meetings) and producing reports as required
• Contribute to establishing and delivering on the core values of the Society
• Attend and participate in relevant events