Due to an internal promotion, a fantastic opportunity has become available within the fundraising function of Alzheimer Scotland to support the Stakeholder Engagement team to deliver significant income from a variety of different income streams and sustain our mission to ensure nobody faces dementia alone.

The role can be based in either our Glasgow or Edinburgh offices. There will be a requirement to attend office premises, as well as a requirement for attendance over several locations from time to time for specific purposes, as directed.

The Stakeholder Engagement Administrator will often be the first point of contact for external stakeholders, so we are looking for someone who is passionate about delivering first class supporter care and making this as efficient as possible. You will be integral in creating a meaningful exchange with our most valued new and existing supporters.

You will also be responsible for the management of our merchandise and stock so organisational skills are paramount to this role. We want someone who is a process fanatic and can complete reports and tasks to a high standard.

In the role you will need to exhibit a collaborative approach to working with the Stakeholder Engagement team, supporting the team on key projects and administrative tasks, as well as other internal and external stakeholders. You will play an instrumental role in the success of our activities and will use your initiative and creativity to solve problems and pre-empt team needs.

We are looking for someone with a with a can-do attitude who can thrive within a fast-paced, varied environment. You will be comfortable working independently, a self-starter with meticulous attention to detail. Successful applicants will have a positive approach to dementia, along with excellent communication skills and a caring attitude. A willingness to learn and participate in training, will also be expected.

In return we offer a fantastic range of benefits along with a supportive approach to work life balance. We are an innovative organisation, and this role is a opportunity for someone with aspirations to develop their career in the third sector.

We are looking for an individual who can carry out a variety of administration duties across our Inverclyde and Renfrewshire localities.

You will act as the first point of contact for people phoning or visiting our Dementia Resource Centre and you should have a positive approach to dementia.

The role will consist of processing correspondence and other tasks such as photocopying, maintaining records, compiling statistics and databases for the Locality leader and other team members as required. Strong IT skills essential. Ensure that all mail is collated, stamped, and taken to the post office by the end of the working day.

Undertaking finance tasks in accordance with organisation guidelines. To assist in the preparation and issuing of invoices to carers, people with dementia and the health and social care partnership when applicable. To bank receipts, submit finance documents and records to the national office weekly, reconcile petty cash monthly and to collate salary information and ensure that details are properly authorised with the Payroll Manager by the due date each month.

You will also have good organisational and communication skills. Relevant qualifications and/or experience of working with people with dementia would be an advantage.

The postholder will primarily be based in our Inverclyde Dementia Resource Centre, 1 Nicol Street, Greenock with weekly travel to our Renfrewshire Services in Paisley necessary. Working pattern will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate

Since 1981, Alzheimer Scotland has been campaigning for the rights and promoting the physical, mental and emotional well-being of people living with dementia, their families and carers.

The Community Connexions Outreach Worker role is central to our success, in providing people living with dementia with practical support, advice and access to resources, activities, groups and other community programmes that will sustain, as far as is possible, peoples’ independence, existing lifestyle and relationships.

The key role of the Outreach Worker is to:

·Meet with, and build relationships with people living with dementia, their families and carers and analyse their outcomes in order to understand the support they need to promote their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.

·Act as a local resource for people living with dementia within a short intervention model; helping people build their confidence and navigate through the health and social care system; facilitating their access to appropriate services and support within the community.

·Work with the Community Connexions Senior Practitioner in facilitating a range of therapeutic interventions on an individual or group basis. i.e., Cognitive stimulation; Reminiscence; Memory rehabilitation techniques; Validation; Use of music/art/horticulture and pet therapies etc.

·Initiate, develop and maintain effective working relationships with other professionals working in the field of dementia in the local voluntary, statutory and private sectors.

·Record and monitor all work undertaken and produce regular progress reports to enable effective evaluation of the impact of outreach work on the person living with dementia, and the overall Community Connexions Service.

·Work with the Head of Operations, Service Manager and Community Connexions Senior Practitioner to identify gaps in the provision of outreach services for people living with dementia and their carers, sharing good practice with existing services.

·Promote positive attitudes in public services, and in the local community by providing information to raise awareness of the practical, psychological and emotional impact of living with dementia, and how people can support others to achieve their outcomes.

The successful candidate will:

·Be flexible, self-motivated and dynamic with excellent communication and influencing skills, and ability to work effectively without close supervision.

·Have a proven track record of experience in each of the above elements of the role.

·Be committed to collaborative working and learning from others.

·Be experienced and show a good understanding of best practice in organising the provision of practical advice, support and access to resources for people living with dementia, their families and carers.

·Have achieved or be working towards a recognised professional qualification in social services and healthcare to a minimum of SVQ Level 3 or equivalent.

·Have a full and valid UK driving licence and access to a car during working hours.

This is an exciting opportunity if you love supporting people to make a difference in their lives. The role enables you to bring your expertise and your network together to provide practical support that will enable people living with dementia to meet their individual outcomes.

This role will cover an area of the Fife Locality and ideally be based locally.

A driving licence and access to a car during working hours is essential.

The successful candidate for this post will be subject to a criminal check through Disclosure Scotland.