George Watson’s College wishes to appoint a Senior Philanthropy Officer to lead the school’s individual giving and legacy fundraising initiatives, and support major programmes and campaigns. Develop strong relationships with donors and our alumni community to grow philanthropic income and long-term engagement.

Main Responsibilities

Individual Giving

• Lead the planning, execution and optimisation of individual giving efforts. Manage campaign setup, timelines, assets, and donor experience.
• Monitor performance and analyse results to drive continuous improvement in participation, engagement, and revenue.
• Collaborate with Admissions and Marketing, and other internal teams, to source and develop compelling content.
• Along with the Head of Development, manage a fundraising communications calendar and play a leading role in content creation.
• Collaborate with the Admissions and Marketing team to ensure website content, landing pages, and donation pages support digital giving goals.
• Execute fundraising strategies in partnership with the Head of Development. Build, segment, code, and deploy emails to support giving campaigns and organisational priorities.
• Manage a portfolio of donors linked to specific programmes and campaigns.

Legacies

• Plan and deliver multi-channel legacy marketing campaigns (print, digital, events)
• Build and maintain relationships with legacy pledgers and prospects
• Deliver high-quality, sensitive stewardship to recognise and retain legacy supporters
• Organise events and communications to engage legacy supporters
• Produce compelling and sensitive legacy messaging and materials

Campaign/Programmes

• Manage and grow the patrons programme, including recruitment, retention, and upgrades
• Develop a clear donor journey, including benefits, communications, and recognition
• Monitor performance against income targets and KPIs
• Work in collaboration with Heads of the Creative Arts programmes to monitor and administer funds for maximum impact across the arts

Foundation Places and Enrichment Fund

• Support impact reporting and administration of discrete aspects of our widening access programmes.
• Manage application process to the Enrichment Fund, including managing enquiries, disbursements and liaison with Finance.
• Any other duties related to these programmes as directed by senior staff.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential:

• Relevan degree, professional qualification or equivalent professional experience
• Demonstrable experience in Individual Giving, Direct Marketing or Legacy fundraising, with an annual income return of 6+ figures
• Proven track record of delivering successful multi-channel campaigns
• Strong understanding of supporter journeys, acquisition and retention
• Skilled in data analysis, performance tracking and forecasting
• Proficiency with graphic design tools, experience with Canva would be an advantage.
• Demonstrable experience with Raisers Edge, or similar CRM system
• Ability to manage complex projects and programs and deliver to set KPI and timelines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with content writing, brand voice, and digital fundraising best practices.
• Ability to build and foster relationships across business functions.
• Understanding of charity law, GDPR and best practices in fundraising
• Commitment to high level of professional standards
• Genuine appreciation of George Watson’s College’s mission and the ability to communicate it

Desirable:

• Fundraising or marketing qualification such as CIOF accreditation or CIM qualifications.
• Event management experience
• Experience of working in the education or charity sectors
• Understanding of the Independent School sector

Scran Academy is an Edinburgh youth work charity, supporting young people facing poverty and trauma to succeed through our innovative education and employment programmes.

We exist to alleviate poverty and provide opportunities for all young people, no matter their background or barrier. We do this by creating real-life experiences and positive adult relationships that help shine a light on the strengths and aspirations of young people. We use food, cooking and real-life responsibility through our café and catering social enterprises to build experiences and form relationships that change young people’s lives.

We’re currently looking for a talented, experienced Kitchen Supervisor to join the frontline team that helps young people develop in ways that are meaningful to them.

This is not your average Kitchen Supervisor role!This is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of our flagship NHS employability café and to help young people thrive in a professional catering environment. Working as an essential part of our dedicated team, the successful candidate will help us deliver strong kitchen standards, reliable service and meaningful social impact.

We are therefore looking for an experienced, proactive chef who chimes with our values and takes pride in producing consistently good food. The successful candidate will work closely with the Kitchen Manager, supervise the kitchen team and take charge of day-to-day kitchen operations when the Kitchen Manager is absent.

Working with young people on employment and work-experience placements will be part of the fabric of the job. For many, this may be their first professional kitchen environment, so compassion, patience, clear communication and a non-judgemental approach are essential.

This role embodies our values: We Love, We Trust, We Unite and We Lead:

We Love – the successful candidate will nurture young people. They will care deeplyand see all behaviour as communication that deserves a dignified response. Theywill be non-judgemental and take a trauma-informed approach.

We Trust – the successful candidate will believe in the potential of young people. hey will trust them to be the expert of their own life and circumstance. They will

We Unite– the successful candidate will bring people together and help create a safe, respectful kitchen where teamwork, communication and stepping outside

comfort zones are supported and encouraged.

We Lead – the successful candidate will lead by example and help young people

recognise their own ability to lead. They will be ready to take responsibility when

required, listen to others and provide a platform for young people to learn and thrive.

Edinburgh Nightline is a listening, emotional support and information charity, run by students, for students. We’ve been operating as a student-run organisation since 1970, and became a registered charity in 2024. We operate a call service and an instant messenger service, open from 8pm to 8am during term-time. We aim to support students across Edinburgh, with backing from Edinburgh’s Higher Education Institutions – the University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Napier University, Queen Margaret University, and Heriot-Watt University.

We are undergoing a period of rapid development. In the past year, we have begun the assessment process for Helplines Standard Certification, expanded our fundraising and publicity outreach, and increased our volunteer numbers. As the Board is currently made up of a small team of former volunteers, we are seeking to bring on specific expertise to guide the charity forward.

Vacancies

• 1x Chair of Trustees
• 1x Treasurer Trustee
• 1x Board Secretary
• 1x Student Trustee

About the Role

Trustees have collective legal responsibility for Edinburgh Nightline’s management and administration. They are accountable to both the organisation’s stakeholders and the Scottish Charity Regulator for the good governance of Nightline.

Practically, trustees are responsible for oversight of the Committee, who manages the day-to-day operation of Nightline. The Committee is made up of volunteers, headed by two Coordinators.

Trustees must take considered and informed decisions in the best interests of the organisation. Trustees are not expected to be experts on all areas of their work but are expected to seek guidance and support where necessary and to bring their own knowledge and experience to contribute to discussions.

Meetings once every 2 months. Other ad-hoc commitments may include:

• Responding to queries via email/Slack
• Considering matters by correspondence
• Attending volunteer meetings and training days

On average, please expect to commit around 6 hours per month.

Lead the governance of one of Scotland's most respected nursing charities.

The Queen's Nursing Institute Scotland (QNIS) is an independent charity dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of people, families and communities across Scotland. Through leadership, innovation and support for community nursing and midwifery, QNIS plays a significant role in shaping person-centred care and strengthening Scotland's health and social care system.

We are now seeking an exceptional individual to become our next Chair of Council, providing strategic leadership to our Board of Trustees and supporting the organisation through the next stage of its development.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Chair or senior Board member who is passionate about improving lives through effective governance, collaborative leadership and strategic influence.

The Role

As Chair of Council, you will lead the Board in ensuring the highest standards of governance while working in close partnership with the Chief Executive & Nurse Director. You will help shape organisational strategy, foster an inclusive and high-performing Board culture, and ensure QNIS continues to deliver against its charitable purpose.

You will:

• Provide strategic leadership to the Council of Trustees.
• Chair Board meetings and oversee effective governance and decision-making.
• Support, challenge and advise the Chief Executive & Nurse Director.
• Build strong relationships across the organisation and with external stakeholders.
• Champion the values, vision and long-term sustainability of QNIS.
• Ensure the Board has the appropriate skills, diversity and effectiveness to meet future opportunities and challenges.

About You

We are looking for an accomplished leader with significant Board-level experience and a strong understanding of good governance.

You will bring:

• Experience operating at Board or executive level within a complex organisation.
• Outstanding strategic thinking and the ability to see the bigger picture.
• Excellent leadership, communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to provide constructive support and appropriate challenge.
• Sound judgement, integrity and emotional intelligence.
• A commitment to equality, inclusion and collaborative leadership.
• An understanding of the health and social care landscape in Scotland.

Previous experience chairing a Board or committee would be advantageous, as would knowledge of community nursing, midwifery or the wider charitable sector, although these are not essential.

Why Join QNIS?

This is an opportunity to lead the governance of an organisation with a proud history and an ambitious future. QNIS is recognised for championing innovation in community nursing and supporting practitioners who make a real difference across Scotland every day.

As Chair, you will help guide the organisation through its next chapter, ensuring it remains influential, impactful and true to its mission.

Further Information

The appointment is for an initial four-year term, with the possibility of a second four-year term by mutual agreement.

The role is voluntary, with reasonable expenses reimbursed. Board meetings are held on a hybrid basis, with meetings primarily taking place in Edinburgh.