At Edinburgh Dog & Cat Home, love has no limits. We take a big picture view of what is best for dogs and cats; and a tireless, long-term approach to their care. We believe in protecting loving homes, finding love homes, and running our loving Home. We strive to create a safe and nurturing environment not only to the animals, but also our people.

Are you a confident fundraiser who is great at connecting with people? Are you a creative thinker who loves to work out what makes supporters tick?

If so, this role leading our Individual Giving support is for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

With no government funding, our Individual supporter base is crucial to the existence of the Home. You will take the lead on offline giving including direct mail, face-to-face and telephone campaigns, nurturing our regular giving programme, and implementing acquisition and appeal activity that inspires engagement and donations.Working closely with colleagues, you will ensure our supporters enjoy excellent stewardship experiences that maximise the value of these relationships.

This role is an essential part of the ambitious Public Fundraising team, where you will be working alongside the Public Fundraising Manager and a collaborative, motivated team to build long-term sustainable income.

What We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from you if you are:

• Experienced in a related fundraising role in the charity sector, ideally working with Individual Giving audiences
• Ambitious and motivated with a track record of delivering successful fundraising campaigns
• An excellent copywriter who can create engaging, impactful content that works across multichannel activity
• Skilled in utilising mass email platforms to build lasting donor relationships
• Able to use data and insight to optimise campaigns, segment audiences and maximise impact
• Organised with an ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a varied role
• A confident, positive self-starter who enjoys working as part of a team but is equally happy working independently
• Confident spotting opportunities, and creative and motivated enough to put new ideas into action

Further information on the role can be found in the attached recruitment pack.

We are seeking two new directors to fill vacancies in our Board of Directors. We are particularly looking for applications from individuals with expertise or experience in finance, charity governance, public relations / communications and fundraising. Previous experience of working in the ecology or the wider biodiversity network, including as a service user of Local Environmental Records Centre (LERC) data, would be desirable.

The Wildlife Information Centre (TWIC) is an environmental charity with an established reputation for excellence in the provision of biodiversity data within south-east and part of central Scotland. With 3.6 FTE staff plus volunteers, TWIC currently holds 4.57 million species records as well as extensive habitats and designated sites information. Our programme of events supports new and existing recorders and stimulates interest in biological recording amongst the wider public.

As a Director and Charity Trustee you will be able to contribute to the success and future development of the organisation and help ensure TWIC meets its legal and charitable obligations.

Award-winning animal charity Pet Blood Bank UK is recruiting for the position of Executive Assistant to join our team in a hybrid role, combining office-based working in Dunfermline with home working. This is an exciting opportunity to support the Managing Director and senior team in a wide and varied range of tasks, helping Pet Blood Bank continue its lifesaving work across the UK. This is an administrative role where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of pets.

Background

Launched in 2007, Pet Blood Bank UK is the only charity that provides a blood bank service for all vets across the UK. As part of our charitable remit, our aim is to advance animal health and welfare and to relieve suffering by providing quick and convenient access to blood. Every unit of blood helps save up to four other lives, saving thousands of lives every year.

Our values

Caring. Pioneering. Real. These are the values Pet Blood Bank UK is built upon. Our values bind us together as a charity and guide everything we do. We expect every team member to know, understand and embody our values, helping to build our reputation as a pioneering, caring and practical charity. Read more about our values.

What you’ll do

• Proactively manage the Managing Director's diary, meetings, and priorities, ensuring effective planning and use of time.
• Prepare agendas, papers, briefings, and minutes, maintaining accurate records and tracking actions to completion.
• Support the Managing Director with research, data analysis, presentations, and reports to inform strategic decision-making.
• Coordinate travel, expenses, and administrative support for the Managing Director, Trustees, and Senior Management Team.
• Monitor organisational contracts, insurance, and key corporate responsibilities, supporting compliance and governance.
• Act as the central liaison between the Managing Director, department heads, and external Health and Safety Advisers, coordinating actions and monitoring progress.
• Support the administration of IT systems, Microsoft 365, equipment, and user accounts, working closely with external IT providers.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and confidential information in line with data protection requirements.
• Build positive working relationships across the organisation, acting as a key point of contact for colleagues, Trustees, and external stakeholders.
• Provide flexible, high-quality executive and administrative support, contributing to the smooth running of the organisation and supporting wider organisational priorities as required.

What we need

We're looking for a proactive, highly organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting senior leaders. You'll be confident managing competing priorities, handling confidential information with discretion, and building positive relationships across the organisation.

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Experience in an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or senior administrative role.
• Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and work independently.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (particularly Excel) and confidence using a range of digital systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing reports, presentations, meeting minutes, and executive summaries.
• Strong analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to present information clearly.
• A professional, proactive, and discreet approach, with sound judgement and integrity when handling confidential matters.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues, Trustees, and external partners.
• A genuine enthusiasm for working in the charity sector.

Desirable:

• A business or administration qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Experience of data analysis, Power BI, or other reporting tools.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety administration or compliance.
• Experience working within the charity or third sector.

What’s in it for you

In return, we offer full training, contributory pension scheme, lifestyle rewards, and 30 days annual holidays (pro rata, including bank holidays).

Further details

This is a part-time role working 26 hours per week, over 4 days (Mon –Thu). The suggested working pattern would be 9am – 4pm with a half hour lunch break, but we're happy to discuss the working pattern at interview.

* Join Our Board of Trustees – Visualise Scotland *

Are you passionate about inclusion, empowerment, and making a real difference in people’s lives?

Visualise Scotland is seeking new Trustees to join our Board and help shape the future of our organisation.

We are a Scottish charity in Edinburgh East Lothian, providing high-quality support for adults with learning disabilities, autism and other additional support needs. Our mission is to empower people to live fulfilling and independent lives.

About the Role

As a Trustee, you will play a vital role in providing strategic oversight, guidance, and governance to ensure that Visualise Scotland continues to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. We are particularly interested in hearing from people with experience in:

• Finance
• HR and People
• Digital and Technology
• Third Sector Experience
• Lived Experience (people with disabilities or family carers)
• Legal / Governance

Previous board experience is welcome but not essential — we value enthusiasm, integrity and a genuine commitment to our mission above all else.

We Welcome Diverse Voices

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences — particularly those who reflect the communities we support. Visit our website for more information: visualise.org.uk