Top job! CEO
- Full time
- Circa £90,000
- On site: Dumfries
- Closing 27th February 2026
- Advertised from 3rd February 2026
- 35 hours per week
Role
Background to The Crichton Trust
The Crichton Trust is a company limited by guarantee with charitable status, established in 1996 to promote, regenerate and care for The Crichton and other buildings of historic interest throughout Dumfries and Galloway.
The Trust has the overall strategic responsibility of ensuring that the site is managed and developed to an appropriate standard. Our mission is to preserve, enhance and interpret the historic character of The Crichton and develop it with a clear identity as a place of educational, commercial, recreational, cultural and artistic excellence taking account of accessibility and stakeholder and community needs for the benefit of Dumfries and Galloway.
Key Responsibilities and Objectives
Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Trust, accountable to the Board of Trustees for its people and resources, ensuring effective delivery of operational, financial, legal and regulatory responsibilities, and inspiring the management team to embrace the challenges faced. Work with the Board to shape, grow, and deliver an innovative, sustainable strategy that secures long-term success—acting as custodian of The Crichton’s place and story; protecting the charity’s ongoing wellbeing; safeguarding the site’s environmental, cultural, and heritage value; and driving The Crichton’s evolution into a thriving hub for economic activity that supports the region’s economic development.
Lead the development and delivery of The Crichton’s strategic partnerships, maximising engagement with key partners and stakeholders to position The Crichton as a vital infrastructure asset for the South of Scotland and nationally, and to drive sustainable growth through collaborative, whole-system approaches that realise shared ambition and opportunities.
We are especially interested in candidates who bring:
- A genuine commitment to, and understanding of, the organisation’s mission
- Proven CEO-level leadership experience, preferably within the non-profit sector
- Extensive senior operational experience in a non-profit environment
- Strong knowledge of charity governance and regulatory requirements
- A track record of successfully managing diverse income streams
Application notes
Closing Date: Friday 27th February 2026 at 5pm
Interview Dates: Stage 1 - Friday 13th March. Stage 2 - Tuesday 17th March 2026
To apply, please visit: awsexecutive.com/ceo-the-crichton-trust
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The role requires an experienced and effective leader, with the ability to lead across both the strategic and operational work of the organisation. You will have a clear understanding of and commitment to trauma-informed, feminist management and leadership and be a person with enthusiasm, determination and vision.
As our CEO you must be an experienced manager with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will have a track record in strategic planning, people management, fundraising and charity finance management. You will be able to provide a strong visible presence to statutory partners as well as all stakeholders, engendering trust and confidence and giving clarity to our vision and mission.
Only women need apply under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Successful applicants will be subject to Disclosure Scotland checks.
Head of Grants and Operations
- Part time
- £61,087 pro-rata
- Hybrid: Dunfermline
- Closing 10th February 2026
We’re looking for a highly organised, strategic thinker with an eye and appetite for improvement to help us deliver our mission to support participation and improvement in higher education through grant funding and research.
We’ve recently completed a major strategic review and will soon publish a new Strategic Plan that sets out an ambitious direction for the years ahead. To bring that plan to life we are looking for a Head of Grants and Operations who will work with our CEO to build the systems, culture and organisational confidence we need to deliver.
As one of six staff – and the Chief Executive’s closest operational partner – you’ll play a central role in designing how the organisation works day to day and how it grows over time. You’ll lead on governance, risk, HR, finance oversight, and operational systems including overseeing the administration of our grants schemes.
If you have senior operational leadership experience, ideally from a mission-driven organisation or charity, the ability to lead organisational change with empathy and clarity and you share our passion for improving equity and success in higher education, then we’d love to hear from you.
The Scottish Commission for People with Learning Disabilities (SCLD) Board of Trustees is looking for an inspiring new Chief Executive who will help make Scotland a fairer place to live, where people with learning disabilities can enjoy full, safe, loving and equal lives.
In this role you will be responsible for delivering the vision, mission, strategy and operational activity of SCLD in collaboration with people with learning disabilities, the committed SCLD Board of Trustees, the skilled staff team and our allies.
Working collaboratively, you will bring your inspiration, vision, organisational skills and drive along with your core belief that people with lived experience are at the centre of everything we do.
The CEO will work with the Board and senior leadership team to build on strong foundations, to invest in people and leadership capability and to shape the next strategic period, and beyond.
Your ability to influence partners including the Scottish Government and strengthen wider relationships will be key.
You may already be in a similar role or looking to step into a CEO role. What is important is your strong track record of senior leadership and delivery, your credibility and your ability to lead with humanity and clarity.
The Board wants to hear from people who are strong leaders, successful change makers and champions for marginalised people.
This is a high-profile and influential position in an ambitious organisation and if you are a collaborative and visionary leader, then we would love to hear from you.
SCLD is committed to creating an inclusive working environment, therefore flexible working will be considered.
About EARS Independent Advocacy Service:
EARS Independent Advocacy Service is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) providing high-quality, rights-based independent advocacy across contracted areas in Scotland.
EARS exists to ensure that people who face disadvantage, discrimination or barriers to being heard are supported to understand their rights, express their views and have those views taken into account. Grounded in equality, human rights and social justice, EARS delivers independent advocacy that is principled, person-centred and accountable.
Working closely with commissioners, partners and communities, EARS plays a vital role within Scotland’s advocacy landscape, supporting individuals to navigate complex systems and ensuring their voices influence decisions that affect their lives.
The Role of CEO:
Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Chief Executive Officer will provide strategic leadership and overall direction for EARS Independent Advocacy Service, ensuring the organisation delivers high-quality, rights-based advocacy, operates sustainably and meets all governance, legal and regulatory requirements.
You will lead the organisation’s strategic direction, priorities and objectives, ensuring alignment with EARS’ charitable purpose, advocacy principles and contractual obligations within the wider Scottish policy, funding and commissioning landscape. Acting as the organisation’s principal ambassador, you will represent EARS locally, regionally and nationally, promoting the value and impact of independent advocacy.
The CEO will hold overall accountability for governance, performance, risk and financial sustainability, working in close partnership with the Board of Trustees to support effective oversight and decision-making. You will oversee significant contractual relationships and income streams, ensuring robust contract management, high-quality reporting and strong relationships with commissioners and funders.
Day-to-day operational management is delegated to the Operations Manager, with the CEO retaining strategic oversight and accountability. You will provide visible, consistent leadership, promoting a positive, professional and values-led organisational culture, and leading the organisation confidently through challenge and change.
What you need to bring:
EARS is seeking a values-driven and resilient leader with a strong commitment to equality, human rights and social justice. This role requires someone with proven senior leadership experience within the third sector or public service environment in Scotland, with a strong track record of working effectively with a Board of Trustees. Experience of financial leadership, contract management and commissioning environments is a strong desirable, including tendering and managing local authority contracts.
You will be confident operating in a regulated environment, with a sound understanding of charity governance, risk management and compliance. With a strategic mindset, you will be able to translate vision into practical plans and measurable outcomes, being a calm, credible leader capable of navigating complexity and organisational change. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills are essential, along with the ability to act as an effective ambassador for EARS and independent advocacy more broadly.
This is a significant opportunity to lead a respected advocacy organisation, strengthen its sustainability and impact, and ensure that the rights and voices of people who use advocacy remain at the heart of everything EARS does.
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