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Oral History Project Coordinator
- Part time
- £26,000 pro-rata
- Hybrid: Edinburgh
- Closing 11th November 2024
- Advertised from 14th October 2024
- 12 hours per week. Fixed term until March 2026
Role
Could you make a difference for members of the LGBT+ community in Edinburgh and beyond?
The Lavender Menace Queer Books Archive has grown out of Scotland’s first LGBT+ bookshops, Lavender Menace (1982-87) and West & Wilde (1987-97). They sold what we now call queer books – by, about or for LGBT+ people – at a time mainstream bookshops would not stock them. The bookshops also provided openly queer meeting places, where LGBT+ people were able to connect and felt affirmed and welcomed.
Bob Orr and Sigrid Nielsen, the owners of the original Lavender Menace Bookshop, in 2019 founded the Lavender Menace Queer Books Archive to keep this valuable LGBT+ book heritage alive and share it with the community. Through its amazing collection of books, the archive tells the story of queer people’s resistance, and the rise of what is now known as ‘queer pride’. These books told the stories of queer lives; they were written honestly and positively for the first time, and they changed lives.
This post represents a unique opportunity to work with Edinburgh’s Lavender Menace Queer Books Archive to develop an Oral History Project (OHP). The OHP will explore the impact and legacy of the Lavender Menace and West & Wilde Bookshops (1982-97), and more generally community experiences of reading LGBT+ books and magazines, and ways reading – now and in the past – has impacted on their identity. Stories and interpretation will be shared online as well as through a programme of events and a temporary exhibition.
The Oral History Project’s key activities are:
- Recruiting, supporting, training and coordinating volunteers to become involved in the OHP.
- Identifying OHP interview participants and devise ways to capture the individual and collective voices and stories of LGBT+ community members.
- Working with partners and stakeholders in the development and delivery of the project.
- Acting as the main point of contact for the volunteers and interviewees, to arrange and set up interviews, liaise with volunteers and interviewees.
- Ensuring policies, systems and processes are in place to collect, store and use all audio and visual material collected.
- Promoting the OHP and its programme of events, creating materials for use on social media, website and in the temporary exhibition, and ensuring the Archive’s profile is raised through these activities.
These activities build on the existing programme of events and projects under the responsibility of the Community Project Coordinator with the team of volunteers. The post holder will thus be able to tap into their experience, contacts and knowledge in taking this work forward.
Employee benefits package
- 35 days of leave (pro-rata including public holidays)
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Flexible working options
- Training and development opportunities
Application notes
For further information and to apply, please download the Role Profile, Application Form and Terms and Conditions.
Closing date: Monday 11th November 2024, Noon
Interview Date: 30th November 2024 (in person in Edinburgh - details confirmed to successful candidates no later than 20th November 2024)
Expected start date: January 2024 (subject to agreement)
Lavender Menace Queer Books Archive is working towards being an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all members of the community, irrespective of age; disability; gender reassignment; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion and belief; sex and sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status.
Lavender Menace Queer Books Archive is the trading name of Lavender Menace CIC, a not-for-profit community interest company. Number: SC663479
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Development Coordinator
- Part time
- £24,500 pro-rata
- Hybrid/Remote: West Lothian/Edinburgh/Remote
- Closing 21st October 2024
The demand for Impact Arts’ work continues to grow and this role reflects the organisational need to bring in a new member of the team to support our creative delivery. Impact Arts’ work is wide ranging and covers various art forms from performance to visual art to music and digital. Similarly, we work across a range of sectors including employability, education, health, play and place making. We do not expect the successful candidate to have experience in all of these areas, but they must be able to demonstrate adaptability and excellence in coordination.
This role will predominantly support participant recruitment and the development of Impact Arts’ parental employability work but may also support areas of work including Impactful Starts and CashBack to the Future, attainment and employability programmes for young people, as well as Art Therapy.
We are looking for someone who is dynamic, who will bring considerable experience, creativity, energy and passion to the role and who wants to join our mission in tackling inequalities across Scotland. In return you will join a fun and vibrant team and an organisation which highly values our people.
The Scottish Crannog Centre, a renowned museum and heritage site, is seeking a Deputy CEO to work closely with the CEO in supporting the organisation’s mission and strategic goals. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of a dynamic heritage site, ensuring smooth operations while deepening connections with visitors and the wider community.
We are looking for a collaborative leader with expertise in the museum, visitor attraction, or third-sector industries. The ideal candidate will provide strong operational support to the CEO, helping to deliver high-quality programmes and projects while fostering a positive and nurturing environment for staff.
What You’ll Do
- Support the CEO in strategic and operational leadership, ensuring effective delivery of organisational goals.
- Inspire and manage teams, promoting productivity, well-being, and professional development.
- Develop and oversee audience engagement initiatives, particularly with under-represented groups.
- Assist in driving fundraising efforts, securing grants and sponsorships, and managing funded projects.
- Collaborate with curators to ensure accreditation and oversee collections management.
- Manage budgets and resources to maintain financial stability.
- Ensure high standards of governance, compliance, and ethical practice.
- Lead efforts to integrate equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout the organisation.
What We’re Looking For
- Leadership experience in the museum, visitor attraction, or third sector.
- Strong team management, project oversight, and audience engagement skills.
- Proven success in fundraising and financial management.
- Knowledge of collections management and accreditation processes.
- Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
Design and Marketing Co-ordinator
- Full time
- £25,000 – £29,499
- Hybrid: Edinburgh
- Closing 29th October 2024
Do you want to help us transform lives through reading and writing? We are looking for a Design and Marketing Co-ordinator to support our Schools programmes.
Scottish Book Trust is a national charity that believes books, reading and writing have the power to change lives. A love of reading inspires creativity, improves employment opportunities, mental health and wellbeing and is one of the most effective ways to help break the poverty cycle. We work towards a Scotland where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive through literacy.
What we offer
- Full time (35h per week), fixed term (6 months)
- Competitive salary
- Flexible hybrid working between home and our Edinburgh City Centre Office, with great access by train, bus, and tram
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Company Sick Pay
- Pension with additional 5% employer contributions
- Death in service benefit
- Free access to employee assistance programme
- Bike to work scheme
The Design and Marketing Co-ordinator is a key member of the Marketing Team with specific responsibility for design, communications, print production and advertising for the School Communities team, in particular the wide range of materials and resources needed for the attainment programmes.
The post is the essential link between the School Communities team and external partners and suppliers. The role calls for a highly organised person with experience in design and print production, and experience in project managing marketing communications campaigns. The postholder works closely with the Design and Marketing Manager to deliver inhouse design and ensure brand guidelines are communicated and adhered to across the organisation.
Head of Operations
- Part time
- £34,580 pro-rata
- Hybrid: Barmulloch, Glasgow -Hybrid working from our office.
- Closing 21st October 2024
Who are we?
At Toonspeak, we offer a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic and creative organisation that empowers young people through the arts. We are known for our innovative approach to theatre and performance, providing free, high-quality artistic opportunities for young people from diverse backgrounds.
Joining the team means being involved in meaningful work that encourages creativity, confidence, and community. We value collaboration, inclusion, and personal development, offering a supportive and inspiring environment where our staff can grow professionally while making a real impact on the lives of young people.
What will you do as Head of Operations?
- Partnership Management: Act as an ambassador for Toonspeak, building and maintaining relationships with arts and third-sector partners to ensure successful programme delivery.
- Team Leadership: Lead and support the team, ensuring effective delivery of workshops and core activities.
- Staff Development: Coach and support staff, fostering a positive environment and encouraging professional growth.
- Health & Safety and GDPR Compliance: Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, GDPR, and data protection regulations. Oversee and enforce HR regulations, including recruitment, performance management, and equal opportunity policies.
- CRM & IT Management: Oversee CRM systems and IT infrastructure for smooth operations and data handling.
- Funders Reporting & Financial Oversight: Manage funder reports, salary processing, contractor payments, and annual audits.
What we are looking for
- Leadership Skills:Demonstrated experience in managing teams and providing leadership within an operational context.
- Strategic Thinking:Ability to contribute to high-level decision-making and strategic planning.
- Operational Management Expertise: Extensive experience in managing day-to-day operations, ensuring quality assurance, compliance, and smooth programme delivery.
- Financial Oversight: Proficiency in budget management, financial reporting, and overseeing audits.
- HR and Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with HR processes and legal obligations, including Health and Safety, GDPR, and recruitment policies.
- Partnership Management: Proven experience in building and maintaining strong partnerships with key stakeholders.
- CRM and IT Competence: Experience in managing CRM systems and IT infrastructure to ensure efficient operations.
- Advocacy and Networking: Strong ability to represent the organisation at external events and build networks across sectors.
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