Top job! Museum Chief Executive
- Full time
- £48,000
- On site: Kilmartin
- Closing 11th May 2026
- Advertised from 20th April 2026
Role
We are seeking a Chief Executive to lead our team. The post holder will ensure delivery of the Museum’s Mission Statement; take overall responsibility for the financial sustainability of the Museum through income generation, fund raising and marketing; maintain the Museum Accreditation standard; and ensure that the curatorial, research and education objectives of the Museum are delivered.
Key responsibilities:
- Work with the Board to agree and deliver the Business Plan
- Development, production, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation of the Museum’s overall Forward Plan
- Delivery of the Museum’s Curatorial, Active Archaeology, Education and Volunteering Service, ensuring staff have resources to deliver outcomes
- Ensure maintenance of the Museum Accreditation Scheme standard
- Work with staff and trustees to lobby and campaign at local and national levels for the preservation and interpretation of Kilmartin Glen’s landscape, archaeological and natural heritage
- Oversight of the visitor experience
- Delivery of Service Level Agreements in place with partners
- Plan and curate the use of the Special Exhibition galleries going forward
- Manage all costs
- Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements including reporting to OSCR and Companies House
- Work to create positive relationships within the local community.
Salary is approx. £48,000 per annum, dependent on skills and experience.
Application notes
Closing date: 8am on Monday 11th May 2026.
1st interviews (online) will be held week of 18th May 2026. 2nd interviews (in person in Kilmartin) will be held week of 25th May 2026.
To apply, please visit our website https://www.kilmartin.org/jobs.
Top job! Chief Executive Officer
- Full time or Part time
- £38,000
- Hybrid: Gairloch
- Closing 23rd April 2026
GALE is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead our charitable development trust in regenerating the Gairloch and Loch Ewe area. This permanent position offers the opportunity to empower local communities through sustainable, community-led projects, creating a vibrant place for everyone to thrive.
As the CEO, you will manage all aspects of GALE’s operations, providing strategic leadership and direction. Your responsibilities will include overseeing day-to-day activities, financial management, fostering partnerships, and ensuring compliance with governance standards. You will also champion growth initiatives and represent GALE at various levels, influencing policy aligned with our mission.
Key qualifications include:
- Proven experience in strategic planning, financial management, and project implementation.
- Strong leadership skills with a focus on team building and positive culture.
- Excellent communication and networking abilities.
The role is based at The Shieling and GALE Centre in Gairloch, with some remote work possible. A minimum of 28 hours per week is required, with flexibility for evenings and weekends. Benefits include a 3% employer pension contribution, 7 weeks paid holiday (pro rata), and a 20% discount in the GALE Centre Shop.
If you are a motivated leader with a passion for community development, we want to hear from you!
Dalmuir Park Housing Association is entering an exciting new chapter. With a new Chief Executive recently appointed and a refreshed leadership structure being introduced, we are seeking an exceptional Head of Housing to play a central role in shaping the future of our organisation.
This is a unique opportunity to step into a strategic leadership role at a time of genuine transformation. You will lead our housing services, including housing management, income, tenancy sustainment, customer experience and community engagement. You will work closely with our newly established Head of Assets as part of a collaborative and forward thinking Leadership Team.
While the role carries significant responsibility, it also offers the opportunity to shape how housing services evolve over the coming years. Working alongside the Chief Executive and a refreshed Leadership Team, you will play a key role in strengthening performance, culture and ways of working, while ensuring high‑quality outcomes for tenants and communities.
The full job description and person specification can be found in our recruitment pack on our website.
Our Culture and Values
At Dalmuir Park, we are proud to be a people centred organisation. We value openness, collaboration and mutual respect, and we work hard to create an environment where colleagues support one another, share knowledge and feel empowered to make a difference.
We are a close knit community housing association where decisions are made with integrity and with a strong focus on delivering positive outcomes for tenants and customers. Many of our people have developed their careers with us over time, contributing to a culture built on trust, care and shared purpose.
This role will suit someone who:
- thrives in a supportive, collaborative leadership environment
- enjoys shaping services and driving improvement
- communicates openly and constructively
- values people, relationships and accountability
- brings a positive, solutions focused approach to challenges
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Ceartas Advocacy provides Independent Advocacy to adults and people aged over 16 living in East Dunbartonshire. We prioritise working with people who have particular support needs. We strive to ensure that the views and opinions of individuals are heard and respected affecting, in a positive way, the lives of people using our service.
We are seeking a Chief Officer to provide strategic leadership, drive positive change, and ensure Ceartas continues to deliver meaningful impact for the people and communities we serve.
About the role
As Chief Officer, you will:
- Provide clear, confident leadership and strategic direction across the organisation
- Work closely with the Board to deliver our vision, mission and long‑term strategy
- Lead, inspire and support a skilled staff team and partners through collaboration and trust
- Ensure strong governance, financial sustainability and organisational performance
- Act as an ambassador, building relationships with stakeholders, funders and commissioners
Who we’re looking for
You will be a values‑driven leader with:
- A proven track record of senior leadership, ideally in the third, public or community sector
- Strong strategic thinking with the ability to turn vision into action
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to influence at all levels
- Experience of governance, financial oversight and organisational development
- A collaborative, compassionate leadership style that brings out the best in others
- A commitment to equality and human rights
What we offer
- The opportunity to lead an organisation that genuinely makes a difference
- A supportive and engaged Board
- A committed, passionate team
- Flexible working options and a healthy work‑life balance
JOB PURPOSE
Join the National Trust for Scotland and support Scotland’s Nature and Heritage. The Highlands and Islands region are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate individual to join the Administration Team based at Balnain House.
As a Receptionist and Administration Assistant you’ll be one of the first people to greet visitors to the regional office and welcome the regional team. You’ll be responsible for providing administration support to the Office Manager and the wider team based at Balnain.
We’re looking for someone who enjoys a varied and dynamic role. You’ll be expected to work with IT and finance systems, book meetings, and undertake general administration duties with efficiency and accuracy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Ensure all general administrative tasks are undertaken efficiently, effectively, and timeously, including (but not limited to):
- Reception
- Inducting staff and visitors to the building
- Property correspondence (email, telephone and mail).
- Filing and record-keeping in line with data protection regulations.
- Facilities support (room bookings, support documentation).
- Data entry of deliveries – weekly, monthly, and ad hoc.
- Diary Management, recording meetings and appointments in diaries.
- Support with developing and preparing reports, and/or presentation material
- Purchase ordering and coordination with suppliers.
- Maintaining stock control for Balnain House including First Aid box, replenishing stock as and when required.
- Assisting in Health and Safety compliance for the building, including the reporting of accidents and incidents, and maintenance of the property’s Safe System of Work documents.
A level of flexibility is expected on occasion to meet the needs of the property.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in business administration – HND or Diploma – or relevant experience.
Experience
Essential
- Ability and competence to intermediate level in MS packages – Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Possess excellent communication skills (written and oral).
- Must be diligent and accurate with an excellent eye for detail.
- Excellent customer care skills able to demonstrate care to staff, visitors and volunteers.
- Well-developed time management and organisation skills – ability to prioritise workload.
- Ability to embody the Trusts’ values.
Desirable
- Previous experience providing administrative support to several different departments is highly desirable.
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