Top job! Head of Income Generation & Engagement
- Full time
- £40,577
- Hybrid - Edinburgh / Glasgow
- Closing 2nd October 2023
- Advertised from 13th September 2023
- Permanent. 36 hours (full time) Flexible working patterns are negotiable.
Role
AWS Executive are working exclusively with LGBT Health & Wellbeing to appoint their Head of Income Generation & Engagement.
LGBT Health and Wellbeing was established in 2003 to support the health and wellbeing of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT+) people in Scotland. They are a nationally respected charity that provides support services and social spaces that improve health and wellbeing, reduce social isolation, and increase community connection.
The main purpose of this role is to maximise income and other opportunities afforded to the charity through the support of charities, organisations, and individuals. This will include writing compelling and motivational funding applications to Charitable Trusts and Foundations, and developing and nurturing relationships with High Value Donors and private businesses.
You will work with your colleagues across the organisation in order to understand the communities’ needs before sourcing and pursuing appropriate funding opportunities that will enable the charity to meet this need. As a member of the Senior Management Team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of the overarching organisational strategy, along with leading on the income generation and engagement strategies.
You should have a good knowledge of the funding landscape in Scotland as well as an understanding of the social, political, and human rights issues that impact on the lives of LGBT+ people in Scotland. You will be able to evidence a track record in generating six-figure income streams (annually) in charitable fundraising.
Experience Required
- Demonstrable track record of generating six-figure income streams (annually) in charitable fundraising.
Knowledge/Skills/Attributes Required
- Demonstrable understanding of the charity sector and bid writing.
- Demonstrable success in securing funding through trusts, foundations, and/or tenders/commissions.
- Demonstrable experience of producing high quality written work with inspiring/creative flair and an eye for detail.
- Demonstrable experience of managing a diverse and busy workload and working to deadlines under pressure.
- Highly organised with a commitment to effective planning, delivery, and development of funding applications.
- Conscientious approach to meeting deadlines and delivery of work to meet the needs of the organisation and funders.
- Ability to articulately and confidently communicate with others to convey key messages and the charity’s impact.
- Ability to build effective relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.
- Positive attitude with the ability to work on own initiative to achieve results.
- Good knowledge and understanding of equalities issues.
- Understanding / experience of working within the code of fundraising practice.
Application notes
Closing Date: Monday 2nd October 9am.
Interview Date: Tuesday 17th October at the Edinburgh Offices.
Apply via the link: Head of Income Generation & Engagement for LGBT Health & Wellbeing - AWS Executive
Enquiries to: Alan Surgeon, alan@awsexecutive.com
St Andrew’s First Aid is Scotland’s only dedicated first aid charity and has been saving lives since 1882. We are a trusted organisation, built into the fabric of Scotland and are well known for providing first aid education within communities and schools as well as first aid cover at many events throughout the country.
We are also a social enterprise and in the past five years, we have provided workplace first aid and first aid for mental health training to over 75,000 people. All profits from the social enterprise support the charitable work we deliver across Scotland.
Saving lives is our main goal and our mission is to create a nation of lifesavers.
We are seeking a Corporate Funding Executive who is driven, personable and loves to connect with people to forge lasting relationships, as well as someone who thrives in a social environment and is skilled in presenting to an audience. Someone who can enthuse a business audience about the importance of our charity’s work. The post holder will be able to work independently and use their own initiative, and ideally someone who has experience in a similar role.
Your main responsibilities will be to:
- Grow and maximise corporate support by identifying, connecting and creating funding partnerships with businesses.
- Managing and maintaining relationships with existing partners.
- Maximising income through corporate supporters.
- Manage social media content relating to corporate support and the business community.
Supporting the Head of Marketing, Communications and Fundraising, you will work closely with our Marketing team and other key stakeholders.
Educated to Degree level with experience of working in a sales or fundraising environment for a minimum of 2/3 years, the ideal candidate will be results oriented and have the ability to think creatively to develop innovative ways to engage funders. Attention to detail is also a prerequisite of the role.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic Disclosure.
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Knowledge & Information Editor
- Full time or Part time
- £33,000 – £35,000
- Home based - Flexible
- Closing 3rd October 2023
We're the UK's leading charity for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. Right now, an estimated 500,000 people in the UK are living with a lifelong disease that many people have never heard of and for which there is no known cure. Because of the stigma and misunderstanding surrounding these diseases, thousands of people are suffering in silence. But they're not alone. We're here for them. And we're not going anywhere until we've beaten Crohn's and Colitis for good.
Are you skilled at producing accessible, evidence-based information and passionate about working to improve the lives of everyone affected by Crohn's and Colitis? As Knowledge and Information Editor at Crohn's & Colitis UK, you'll join a skilled and dedicated team. You'll work collaboratively to produce a diverse information portfolio including printed publications, web content, digital tools and videos. You'll work closely with healthcare professionals and other stakeholders to ensure our material is effectively promoted and distributed to those who need it most. If this sounds exciting – apply now.
About you
If you have a passion for producing high-quality patient information that is accessible and engaging, we’d like to hear from you.
As our ideal candidate, you’ll have experience researching content, interpreting complex evidence, writing accessible and engaging information, and liaising with external suppliers. You understand the barriers that prevent people from accessing health information and are committed to progressing equality, diversity and inclusion. You have excellent communication skills and can influence a range of stakeholders, including healthcare professionals. You're calm, consistent, and committed to the values of Crohn's & Colitis UK.
If this sounds like you, we'd love you to join our Knowledge & Information team!
Our location
We are based in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, so we are easily accessible by road and rail, but you can work from home if you wish. In addition, we have All Staff Together days at least four times a year, which is a great opportunity for you to meet with the wider team. It is possible therefore you could live almost anywhere in the country. If you want to be considered for the role but are worried about location, talk to us – it may work!
Community Fundraiser
- Full time
- £25,600 – £28,444
- Hybrid (Scotland South & East)
- Closing 8th October 2023
Want a job that makes a real difference?
As a Community Fundraiser, you’ll be the face of Marie Curie in the community. Your role will be to support, develop and inspire volunteers, fundraising groups and supporters to ensure our local fundraising activity is as effective as possible.
Primarily covering Dumfries & Galloway and Lanarkshire this will involve engagement with community groups, corporates, fundraising groups and through in-memory giving, and working with those groups and individuals to help Marie Curie grow its fundraising income and local profile.
The nature of fundraising activity requires flexibility and in return for your commitment to evening and weekend work, we will strive to help you enjoy a strong work life balance.
The role will involve lots of travel therefore you should have a full UK driver’s license and access to a vehicle (business insurance will be required).
What we are looking for:
- A talent for building and nurturing great working relationships
- An understanding of fundraising principles, methods and procedures
- Adaptability and resilience
- Great customer service skills with the ability to provide excellent stewardship
- A creative problem solver with a can-do attitude
- Organisation and prioritisation skills
- An engaging and inspiring individual with a passion for making a difference
What’s in it for you:
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
- Continuous development
- Leading training programmes
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Flexible Working
For more information or an informal chat please contact our Deputy Head of Fundraising, Elma Mitchell on 07798 638151
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Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
ABOUT US
Every day of your life matters – from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We’re a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left.
Everyone knows our daffodil, but it’s our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.
Top job! Strategic Lead - Income Generation and Partnerships
- Full time
- £56,992 – £61,522
- Lochranza building, Ailsa Hospital, Ayr until 2024 when we move to our new building in Racecourse Road, Ayr
- Closing 19th October 2023
Are you a passionate and experienced strategic leader specialising in income generation and partnerships? Do you want to make a positive difference?
The Ayrshire Hospice provides specialist palliative and end of life care to support patients and their families make every day matter. Our vital work is filled with moments that make people smile during a time that can be difficult for everyone.
Why you should work for us:
Because what we do makes a real difference to people.
Because we are a passionate and warm team, driven by our shared values of being kind and compassionate, inclusive and honest with the patients and families we serve, who are at the heart of all that we do.
And we pride ourselves in having a collaborative environment with open debate and positive challenge in the pursuit of excellence.
And because we are ready and willing to transform.
About the role:
This is a senior strategic role reporting directly into the Directors Team and working as part of the Senior Leadership Team. The person in post will provide strategic leadership of heads of department within the Income Generation Services.
Research tells us that more people will require our services in the future, therefore we need to make sure we can continue to deliver over the long term. This role will be strategically leading both our Fundraising and Retail Teams, empowering them to achieve the highest standards possible and making every penny received, work as hard as possible.
Our business development portfolio will grow income through new streams of work and other business opportunities whilst continuing to improve and diversify our current income generation activities. Critical to the success of this role is strengthening our relationships with existing partners and developing new strategic partnerships. This role will also be responsible for cultivating these relationships and harnessing the power of networking at a corporate and strategic level.
About you:
We’re looking for an inspirational and forward-thinking senior leader, who has a strong track record in building effective partnerships and delivering results-based service improvements. With a proven flair for shaping change and leading people, you will have the skills, experience at a senior level and ambition to deliver a real step change in our income.
You will be a strong and passionate communicator who has the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders, raising the profile of the Ayrshire Hospice brand.
The person in this role will not only have the business acumen from already working at a senior leadership level as well as the networking skills but also be collaborative in your approach. You will be able to communicate the vision of what can be achieved and you will be a values-led leader who will inspire the Senior Managers of the income generation teams to be ambitious and deliver stretching targets.
A bit more about us:
Hospice care is often profoundly misunderstood and at times very challenging: the work we do is uplifting and it is a great privilege, the impact we can have is life changing. Our hospice is a bright and dynamic place to work.
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