Membership Engagement Officer
- Full time
- £38,087
- Hybrid: Minimum two days per week in central Edinburgh office
- Closing 24th June 2026
- Advertised from 10th June 2026
- 35 hours/week. Fixed-term contract, 12 months.
Role
About the RSE
The Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) is Scotland’s National Academy. Through the expertise of our Fellowship and the work of our staff, we bring together knowledge, ideas, and people to help address the most important issues facing Scotland and the wider world.
Our Fellowship of over 1,800 individuals spans academia, business, public service, the arts, and civil society. Alongside this, the RSE delivers a wide-ranging programme of research support, policy advice, public engagement, and international collaboration.
We are a collaborative, purpose-driven organisation with a strong commitment to supporting our people and promoting a positive and inclusive working culture.
Our small team is about to become a wee bit bigger. You may spot several roles advertised across the RSE this summer. These opportunities reflect investment in our people and future priorities as we grow our ambition to make knowledge useful.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced membership engagement professional to plan and deliver dynamic programme of activities for our Fellowship. Informed by insight gathered through a recent Fellows’ survey, you’ll help shape a more connected and active membership, ensuring activities align with the RSE’s mission of “knowledge made useful”.
Working closely with Fellows and colleagues across the organisation, you will plan and deliver a varied programme of events, networking, and engagement opportunities. You will also collaborate with the Communications team to develop targeted, meaningful content that strengthens relationship and encourages participation.
This is a new and exciting role focused on building a culture of active engagement. You’ll convene and support an advisory group, evaluate the impact of activities, and continuously refine the programme using data and feedback.
About you
You will bring:
• A minimum of 3–5 years’ experience of delivering membership engagement activities in a similar context
• Proven experience of strategically planning engagement in response to insight
• An understanding of membership organisations, professional and/or interdisciplinary networks
• Experience of working with a CRM system (Customer Relationship Management)
• Strong collaborative and communication skills
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys bringing an engagement strategy to life with measurable results. As a Fellow-led organisation, this role would suit someone who can bring great ideas whilst working in a collaborative and consultative way.
Application notes
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Closing date: Wednesday 24 June 2026, 23:59
Philanthropy and Development Administrator
- Full time
- £24,479
- Hybrid: Edinburgh
- Closing 6th July 2026
About The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is an independent membership organisation dedicated to the education, training and advancement of surgeons, dental surgeons, doctors, and various individuals throughout healthcare who are involved in the surgical care of patients. The College has a current membership approaching 33,000 and growing, with members spanning over 100 countries around the world.
From our founding in 1505, the College has been committed to the advancement of surgery and driving patient safety standards worldwide. In our 520-year history, there has never been a better time to join the College than now.
Working with us
At the College we aim to embrace views from across the organisation, sharing common goals and values for the betterment of healthcare through the advancement of surgical and dental professionals. We aim to develop teams that are reflective of the needs of our members and maximise the potential of every employee.
To reflect the varying needs across the organisation, we offer a range of policies and benefits for our workforce including a generous 42 days annual leave, flexible working practices, enhanced employer pensions contribution and various discounts throughout the College including the Ten Hill Place Hotel, 1505 Café and free entry to Surgeons’ Hall Museums.
If you’d like more information about this role, please contactrecruitment@rcsed.ac.uk
About the Role
We are seeking an organised and proactive Philanthropy and Development Administrator to support the College’s fundraising, donor engagement and development activities.
Working closely with the Head of Development and wider team, you will provide administrative and operational support across a range of activities, including donor stewardship, fundraising campaigns, CRM management, funding programmes and the College’s Global CARE initiative, which helps address healthcare inequalities worldwide through improved access to safe surgery and patient care.
This is a varied role supporting a wide range of development activities across the College. It provides an opportunity to develop experience in fundraising, donor engagement, stewardship, communications and administration within a busy and collaborative team.
The role is based in Edinburgh with flexibility for hybrid working. Occasional travel and out-of-hours working may be required to support events and College activities.
Experience/Qualifications/Key Skills
You will be a highly organised and detail-oriented individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Educated to Higher/A-Level, HNC or equivalent level, you will have experience in an administrative or support role and be confident managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
You will be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and able to work collaboratively as part of a team. An interest in philanthropy, fundraising or the charitable sector would be advantageous, although prior experience is not essential.
This role may particularly appeal to individuals looking to develop a career in fundraising, philanthropy or stakeholder engagement, as well as those seeking to apply their administrative skills within a purpose-driven organisation.
About The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is an independent membership organisation dedicated to the education, training and advancement of surgeons, dental surgeons, doctors, and various individuals throughout healthcare who are involved in the surgical care of patients. The College has a current membership approaching 33,000 and growing, with members spanning over 100 countries around the world.
From our founding in 1505, the College has been committed to the advancement of surgery and driving patient safety standards worldwide. In our 520-year history, there has never been a better time to join the College than now.
Working with us
At the College we aim to embrace views from across the organisation, sharing common goals and values for the betterment of healthcare through the advancement of surgical and dental professionals. We aim to develop teams that are reflective of the needs of our members and maximise the potential of every employee.
To reflect the varying needs across the organisation, we offer a range of policies and benefits for our workforce including a generous 42 days annual leave, flexible working practices, enhanced employer pensions contribution and various discounts throughout the College including the Ten Hill Place Hotel, 1505 Café and free entry to Surgeons’ Hall Museums.
If you’d like more information about this role, please contactrecruitment@rcsed.ac.uk
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Philanthropy Manager to support the delivery of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh's philanthropic strategy and contribute to the growth of its fundraising activity.
This is an exciting opportunity to help grow philanthropic support for the College’s Global CARE initiative, helping to address healthcare inequalities worldwide through improved access to safe surgery and patient care.
Reporting to the Head of Development, the successful candidate will develop and manage a portfolio of philanthropic opportunities, building relationships with donors, trusts, foundations, corporate supporters and partners to secure philanthropic funding and long-term engagement.
This role would suit a relationship-focused professional who enjoys developing compelling funding propositions, building meaningful partnerships and demonstrating impact through effective donor stewardship and communications.
The role is based in Edinburgh with flexibility for hybrid working. Occasional travel within the UK and internationally may be required.
Experience/Qualifications/Key Skills
You will have experience in philanthropy, fundraising, partnership development or a related field, with excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills. You will be organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Educated to degree level or with equivalent professional experience, you will be confident developing funding proposals, building partnerships and working collaboratively with colleagues and external stakeholders. Experience within the charity, healthcare, education or not-for-profit sectors would be advantageous.
Pathways Officer (Maternity Cover)
- Part time
- £31,520 pro-rata
- On site: West Lothian (multi-site community delivery)
- Closing 23rd June 2026
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated Pathways Officer to join our team, supporting young people aged 10–25 who may face disadvantage or complex barriers.
This role is funded through the CashBack for Communities programme and is based within our Pathways Hub, working alongside partners including schools, youth justice and third sector organisations.
Key responsibilities include:
• Providing one-to-one support as a key worker
• Developing personalised Pathway Plans
• Supporting delivery of group sessions and outreach work
• Working with partners to support progression into training, education or employment
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting monitoring requirements
About You
You will:
• Have experience supporting young people facing barriers
• Be confident building positive, supportive relationships
• Be organised and able to manage a varied workload
• Be committed to strengths-based, trauma-informed practice
A relevant qualification (or equivalent experience) in youth work, CLD, social care or education is required.
Developing the Young Workforce Edinburgh, Midlothian and East Lothian Regional Group are hiring!
Developing the Young Workforce are employer-led and it is our priority to make it easier for employers to connect with young people in schools and colleges across Scotland. It’s a team effort to support young people to prepare for the world of work. Through DYW, employers can provide inspirational opportunities for young people to help them understand and develop the skills they need to succeed.
Do you want to be part of a team connecting employers with young people and working with partners to make this happen? Our DYW School Coordinator role may be just right for you.
If you would like your working day to include activities like:
- Planning and co-creating employability, enterprise and wider curriculum learning opportunities with employers, educators and partners.
- Identifying employer activities and events to support young people in school to prepare for the world of work.
- Networking with the business community.
- Making things happen for young people.
And some of the day-to-day expectations that come with this...
- Reporting on activities and progress.
- Keeping up to date with labour market changes.
- Collaborating and flying solo.
- Leading and being part of regular meetings.
If you are:
- Passionate about helping young people to be informed, inspired and hired.
- Organised, enjoy planning, creative and innovative.
- A great communicator, networker and influencer.
- A collaborator, strategic thinker and doer.
We would love to hear from you!
The role is classed as ‘Regulated Work’; a Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) (PVG) membership is required (application to the scheme made by us upon conditional offer of the post).
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