- Advertised from 16th May 2025
Role
Established by Royal Charter in 1681, The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh’s mission is to promote and improve the quality of health and patient care worldwide, through medical examinations, education and training. We provide resources to support and facilitate professional development for doctors throughout their careers and have a strong UK and international presence with 15,000 Fellows and Members in over 100 countries. Alongside our commitment to lifelong learning, we are motivated by influencing and shaping health policy at the highest level.
Over the course of 2023/24 we undertook a comprehensive strategic governance review in order to align the College’s governance framework and decision-making structures with best practice in modern charity governance. As a result of this review, and for the first time in our 343-year history we are introducing a Board of Trustees. Whilst the majority of these Trustees will be clinicians appointed from the College’s Council, three will be lay members appointed for their skills and expertise.
We are specifically looking to identify new Board Trustees who bring relevant knowledge or experience within:
- Accountancy or strategic financial management – Experience in overseeing financial and governance frameworks, with a strong grasp of financial strategy
- IT / Digital Transformation – Proven expertise in leading business technology and process transformations, or in championing a "digital first" approach to modernise and streamline operations
- Marketing & Communications – Experience in building and enhancing an organisation’s brand, both domestically and internationally, to enrich its reputation
- Fundraising – including relevant experience in maximising the income generation potential of an organisation’s brand and securing income from a variety of sources, including philanthropy
- Member Value Proposition –Experience ensuring an organisation effectively meets the current and future needs of its members whilst delivering clear value for money
This is an especially exciting time to join the College as we look to appoint new trustees from a wide range of backgrounds, able to bring a diverse range of skills and expertise to the new Board. We are also seeking people who will embrace and understand the challenges of guiding a complex organisation through a period of significant change.
These are voluntary roles without remuneration. Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed.
Application notes
For further information, please refer to the role profile below or contact Douglas Adam via douglasadam@livingstonjames.com
Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.
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The Eric Liddell Community are looking for new Trustees to join the Board of Directors.
If you are interested in becoming a Trustee of one of Edinburgh’s most respected specialist dementia and care charities, please get in touch.
Our vision is a community where no one feels lonely or isolated. Our mission is to bring people together in their communities to enhance health and well-being and have a positive impact on their lives.
We are driving progress toward this by: providing a “sector leading” and “excellent” Dementia Day Service, alongside an open programme for community-based activities for people living with dementia, a programme of wellbeing activities, courses and opportunities for unpaid carers, a Befriending Service and running our vibrant Community Hub which welcomes over 7,000 every month, in the heart of Edinburgh.
In the last few years, The Eric Liddell Community has undergone a period of growth and expansion financially and also in how we deliver our caring services.
The Board are looking to expand the diversity of our Trustees and are interested in applicants from the following areas:
- Social Care
- Charity Fundraising
Join Our Board as Treasurer / Trustee and Contribute Your Financial Expertise
Are you an experienced finance professional looking to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of older people and their families? We are currently seeking a skilled individual to act as the Treasurer on our Board of Trustees. If you possess financial expertise and our organisation’s mission resonates with you, we invite you to apply for this important role.
Why Become Our Treasurer?
As Treasurer, you will play a crucial role in overseeing our finances, ensuring financial health, and supporting our mission to reduce loneliness and isolation, and promote physical and cognitive wellbeing for older people; and provide respite for their families and carers in South Edinburgh. Find out more about us at: theopendoor.org.uk This voluntary role offers the chance to use your expertise without requiring a significant time commitment.
Key Responsibilities:
- High-level Financial Oversight: Review financial reports and monitor the organisation’s financial stability
- Board Communication: Keep the board informed about financial matters and update them of the organisation’s financial health
- Budget Oversight: Provide oversight and input to the annual budgeting process
- Annual Statutory Accounts: Assist in the preparation, review and approval of the annual statutory accounts
- Flagging Issues: The Treasurer should be capable of identifying and isolating financial issues, even if they are minor, and raising flags when necessary
What We’re Looking For:
- Experienced Professional: Ideally with a career background as a Financial Director or Financial Controller or similar (e.g. financial services)
- Confident Communicator: Able to inspire confidence, provide reassurance and communicate financial matters clearly to fellow Board members whose strengths may not include numeracy
- Strategic Thinker: Someone who can provide high-level oversight and has a keen eye for detail
- Familiarity with Charity Finance: Understanding of charity finance issues and governance, though specific software experience (e.g., XERO) is not required
What’s in It for You?
- Make a Tangible Impact: Your financial expertise will directly contribute to our success, allowing us to better serve our community
- Gain Valuable Experience: Further your skills in financial management, budgeting, and strategic planning within the non-profit sector
- Support Our Mission: Become a valued member of our team working with like-minded trustees to support our mission to make a positive difference to the lives of vulnerable older adults and their families
Commitment
- 6-weekly Meetings: Mondays 1.00pm - 2.30pm in person / via Teams
- Annual Strategy Meetings and Development Days: In-person meetings arranged in advance
- AGM: In-person attendance required
- This role is dependent on 2 successful references and PVG check
For more information on becoming the Treasurer on the Board of Trustees of The Open Door Edinburgh please email simon.warr@theopendoor.org.uk
Join the Board of Friends at the End (SCIO)
Are you passionate about human rights, dignity, and compassionate choices at the end of life? Friends at the End SCIO is looking for committed and values-driven individuals to join our Board and help steer our work at this pivotal moment in Scotland’s journey toward assisted dying legislation.
About Us
Friends at the End (FATE) is a Scottish charity that supports individuals' choices at the end of life. We advocate for a change in the law to allow assisted dying for mentally competent adults. Our mission is to provide information, support, and guidance on end-of-life options, empowering people to make informed decisions.
Following the historic Stage 1 vote in favour of Liam McArthur’s Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill, we are entering a crucial new phase of our work. As a Board Member, you will help us build on this progress, ensuring the charity remains strong, strategic, and focused on delivering impact.
Role Overview
As a Board Member, you will contribute to the strategic direction, governance, and development of FATE. You will bring your knowledge, experience, and passion to help us achieve our goals, support our staff and volunteers, and represent the charity’s values in all that we do.
Key Responsibilities:
- Participate in quarterly board meetings and contribute to strategic decision-making.
- Provide guidance and oversight on key areas such as governance, fundraising, communications, partnerships, and service delivery.
- Act as an ambassador for the charity, promoting our work and values.
- Support staff and volunteers to deliver our mission effectively.
- Help ensure that FATE remains sustainable, impactful, and aligned with its charitable objectives.
What We're Looking For:
We welcome applications from individuals with a variety of backgrounds, particularly those with experience in:
- Governance, strategy, or leadership in the third sector
- Law, healthcare, communications, fundraising, or policy
- Advocacy, campaigning, or end-of-life care
- Lived or professional experience relating to terminal illness, bereavement, or personal autonomy
- If the Assisted Dying Bill in Scotland passes in early 2026, Friends at the End may take on responsibility for delivering a patient navigation service to support implementation, education, and rollout, as well as provide guidance for both patients and practitioners. With this in mind, we would particularly welcome individuals with experience in launching and delivering new services.
Above all, we're looking for people who are passionate about our mission and committed to helping us achieve meaningful change.
Why Join Us?
- Play a part in one of the most significant human rights debates of our time.
- Contribute to the development of life-changing legislation and public understanding.
- Work with a small, dedicated, and passionate team and Board.
- Help ensure that individuals and families across Scotland receive the support they need at the end of life.
- Be part of a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation at a historic moment in its journey.
Top job! Executive Director
- Full time
- £50,000
- Hybrid: Remote and Edinburgh Office
- Closing 14th July 2025
Intercultural Youth Scotland (IYS) is Scotland’s leading national youth charity for Black and People of Colour (BPoC) children and young people. We exist to create safe, supportive and inspiring spaces where young people can thrive, lead change, and challenge the structural inequalities they face.
IYS delivers a range of high-impact services, including mental health support, youth work, education, employability and anti-racist policy advocacy. Our work is rooted in community, driven by lived experience, and designed to amplify the voices and rights of marginalised young people.
We are now looking for a values-led Executive Director to lead the organisation through the next phase of its journey. This is a key leadership role, responsible for providing strategic direction, supporting staff and programmes, building external partnerships, and ensuring IYS remains financially sustainable and mission-focused.
As Executive Director, you’ll guide the organisation’s strategic growth, represent IYS across sectors, and ensure we continue to deliver meaningful impact for the communities we serve.
For more information about this job, please refer to the full job description.
We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate:
• Significant leadership experience in a charity, youth, education, or mission-driven setting
• A strong track record in fundraising and building external partnerships
• Experience developing services or programmes that support underrepresented or marginalised young people
• Deep understanding of anti-racism and its application in Scotland
• Strong governance, finance and strategic planning experience
• An empowering leadership style, with a focus on collaboration and accountability
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• A firm commitment to equity, inclusion and the wellbeing of BPoC children and young people
What we offer:
• A full-time working week of 32 hours across 4 days
• 29 days’ paid leave per year (inclusive of public holidays)
• Hybrid working – with office base at Palmerston Place, Edinburgh
• Employee Assistance Programme
• The chance to lead a national organisation committed to justice, inclusion and youth-led change
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