- Advertised from 29th November 2022
- 20 month contract with scope to extend (subject to success of role). 36 hours (full time) but part-time options will be considered.
Role
The Fundraising Lead is a new role within LGBT Health and Wellbeing. You will primarily focus on maximising our income from Charitable Trusts, Foundations, and the Statutory sector through writing compelling and motivational funding applications, and also have an opportunity to lead other fundraising activity.
Further details about LGBT Health and Wellbeing can be found on our website: lgbthealth.org.uk
Application notes
We welcome your interest in LGBT Health and Wellbeing and in the new post of People Support Coordinator. The candidate pack outlines the role and skills we are looking for, as well as the selection process and timelines you can expect. In the first instance, we ask you to complete the application form.
Previous applicants need not apply. Please note, the deadline for applications is 9am on Tuesday 17th January 2023.
We aim to contact short-listed applicants by 5pm on Thursday 19th January 2023.
Please ensure that your application includes an email where you can be contacted.
Interviews are scheduled to take place in person at our Edinburgh office on Thursday 26th January 2023. We ask you to be available for interview on that day and will be as flexible as possible with regards to time.
Applications should be emailed to Louise@lgbthealth.org.uk. Please post your diversity monitoring form to us, as per instructions provided on the form.
LGBT Health and Wellbeing is an equal opportunities employer committed to finding the very best candidate for this position. We aim to create an equal and fair recruitment process open to all. We commit to being accessible and welcoming to all the diverse communities and partners that we engage with. If there is anything that we can do to help you to be your best self throughout this process, please let us know.
Due to financial constraints, applicants who are not short-listed for interview will not be contacted and we are unable to provide feedback.
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Top job! Head of Income Generation & Engagement
- Full time
- £40,577
- Hybrid - Edinburgh / Glasgow
- Closing 2nd October 2023
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.
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Knowledge & Information Manager
- Full time
- £38,000 – £42,000
- Hybrid, four times a year for mandatory All Staff Together days and occasional meetings
- Closing 9th October 2023
We're the UK's leading charity for Crohn's and Colitis.
Right now, an estimated 500,000 people in the UK are living with a lifelong disease that can profoundly affect their quality of life. And, because of the stigma surrounding these conditions, thousands of people are suffering in silence. But we are here to support and champion their cause. We are growing our amazing team to deliver new and ambitious plans; you couldn’t be joining us at a more exciting time!
The role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Knowledge and Information Manager to lead our recently expanded Knowledge and Information team. In this role you will have responsibility for leading the development of our highly regarded information and resources to support and empower everyone affected by Crohn’s or Colitis. This includes our evidence-based online and printed publications, web content, research summaries and other information.
About you
You will be skilled in the translation of complex medical and health information into engaging and accessible patient information and have experience of working with patients and healthcare professionals to develop information resources in line with recognised standards.
You’ll be:-
• educated to degree level in a scientific discipline or have the equivalent experience
• experienced in appraising research and translating this for patients and the public
• proficient in measuring the effectiveness of a promotion and dissemination and use of information
• effective in managing and leading a team
• and you’ll have a calm, consistent and flexible approach to work and a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
If you like the sound of our role, then this could be an opportunity to join a leading charity as we enter the next stage of growth and expansion.
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.
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!
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