We are recruiting for a Communications and Marketing Officer on a fixed term contract (with the potential for extension) to 31st March 2026.

Archaeology Scotland is a Scotland-wide educational charity and a voluntary membership organisation which works to secure the archaeological heritage of Scotland for its people through education, promotion and support. We champion widening participation in archaeology and the benefits it can bring for people and communities through our projects and programmes.

We are looking for a focussed and self-motivated individual, who can manage a range of diverse tasks to join our team. You will have a background in communications and marketing, with good interpersonal skills (both written and verbal), and experience of generating engaging content. You will be familiar with a range of IT systems and be confident in the use of social media and websites. You will have opportunities to travel across Scotland to events and workshops, collaborating with archaeologists and a wide range of communities to promote our work. The role brings an opportunity to make an impact in a small organisation, raising awareness of our vital work and inspiring people to connect with Scotland's archaeological heritage.

Archaeology Scotland’s policy on equal opportunities

Archaeology Scotland is committed to implementing a policy of equal opportunities in archaeology. In line with our equal opportunities policy, we want to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment or access to opportunities for training and development on any grounds not relevant to employment practice.

Archaeology Scotland would like to actively encourage qualified individuals to apply for this position, regardless of background or personal disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments during our recruitment processes, including assistance with reading this page or associated documents, please contact g.macgregor@archaeologyscotland.org.uk

The Executive Assistant is a new role to support our Chief Executive & Artistic Director, who is responsible for the ongoing management and development of the NYOS and artistic planning across all our programmes; and to support our Head of Development who is responsible for a fundraising strategy that supports all areas of NYOS’ work.

The Executive Assistant will coordinate and manage the Chief Executive’s scheduling, prepare and organise strategic materials and plans, and support board meetings and the preparation of board materials. This role serves as the eyes and ears for the Chief Executive, connecting her to organisations, projects and business information, ensuring meetings and materials are efficient and effective, and serving as a trusted partner to ensure that the Chief Executive can fulfill her role effectively.

The Executive Assistant will also support the Head of Development with the planning and communication of key fundraising events and ad hoc data management projects, particularly to develop our supporter networks as we work towards NYOS’ 50th anniversary year in 2029.

The dynamic nature of this role requires exemplary time management skills and the ability to identify and anticipate the Chief Executive’s needs. The Executive Assistant will interact with a broad range of individuals including members of the Senior Management Team, the NYOS Board, external partners and artists, and will be expected to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. You do not need to fulfil every element of the job description to apply. We are interested in finding someone who really wants to contribute to NYOS’s work and will support your professional development if you have the right potential. If this role excites you, but you are unsure about applying, please feel free to get in touch for an informal conversation.

Could you help us continue to bring quality live music to the under-served Borders region? Would you like to play a key leadership role in supporting the future of a world-class chamber music festival?

We are currently open to applications for a Chair to lead our Board of Trustees when our current Chair stands down in October. Previous governance experience is less essential than a passion for the Arts. We are especially keen to hear from those with a connection to the Scottish Borders/Northumberland. See attached document full details.

Within the Development Manager (Maternity Cover) role, you will make an essential contribution to the development and sustainability of the organisation. This is an exciting time to join the Stills team, as we continue to develop our work and plan for Stills’ 50th anniversary in 2027.

You will also have the opportunity to bring your own skills to the role, supporting Stills’ financial sustainability and in-line with our vision and ethos. Within the Development Manager (Maternity Cover) role, you will work closely with the Director and be responsible for:

• Ensuring compliance with fundraising codes of ethics and practice.
• Generating income for Stills from a number of key fundraising sources including Trusts and Foundations, individual giving and corporate sponsorship.
• Identifying strategic opportunities for future fundraising and income generation.

Outline of key duties:

• Fundraising Management: to identify new fundraising opportunities and write funding proposals.
• Relationship Management: to ensure donors, supporters and partners are kept up-to- date and communicated with in a timely manner, while also ensuring they are credited appropriately across Stills’ marketing and communications.
• Fundraising Admin: to manage ongoing fundraising projects, keep track of timelines and lead on fundraising target management.
• Venue Hire: to respond to enquiries, manage agreements and oversee hires.
• Trusts & Foundations: to ensure new contracts are filed, relationships are managed, reports are completed in a timely manner and re-applications are submitted where appropriate.
• Individual Giving: to maintain and manage Stills’ Friends Scheme, Gift Aid forms and Patrons Scheme.
• Sponsorship: to arrange in-kind sponsorship activity with current sponsors where required.
• Photobooth: to manage partnership requests and respond to customer enquiries.
• Events: to assist with Stills public programme of events and work across the team to keep VIP mailing lists up-to-date.

Please note we are also interested in hearing from freelance fundraisers and grant writers. Please email vivienne.gamble@stills.org for further details.