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This holiday season we are looking for a Mission Christmas HQ Co-ordinator to join us based in Edinburgh for Mission Christmas during the months of November and December.
The Mission ChristmasHQ Co-ordinatorhas a vital and demanding role to play in making our mission a reality. These are temporary roles where you really will be playing Santa!
Our Team
Cash for Kids is the charity of Bauer Media in the UK.Our mission is to improve the lives of disadvantaged children and young people in our communities who are affected by poverty, illness, neglect or haveadditionalneeds. We believe that all children should be able to express their individuality, achieve their potential and live life to the full. We work with grassroots organisations that aim to make a difference to young lives, directly supporting families who often have nowhere else to go.
Our Mission
Mission Christmas is the largest Christmas gift appeal in the UK. Our aim is to ensure every child wakes up to a present on Christmas morning, however for many children their family circumstances mean this may not be the case.
Families living in poverty face the daily dilemma of whether to buy clothes for their children, to heat the house or to put food on the table. Christmas is a luxury they simplycan't afford. Rising costs have tipped many more families into financial hardship, and Christmas 2026will see an even greater need for help from Mission Christmas.
What you'll be doing
Coordinate the smooth operation of our Mission Christmas HQ, where all donated gifts are received,sortedand then prepared for collection by local partner organisations.
Manage a team of volunteers.
Manage drivers who will be collecting donated gifts from key locations across the area.
Liaise with our Mission Christmas drop off points.
Liaise with our Mission Christmas partner organisations (such as social services/children's services teams, refuges,schoolsand other organisations who will ensure gifts reach children in time for Christmas morning).
Communicate with individuals, community groups,schoolsand businesses who are fundraising or donating to our Mission Christmas campaign.
Collect photos,audioand video content to bring Mission Christmas to life on our radio stations, socialmediaand digital platforms.
Moving and lifting gifts.
What you'll bring
A basic knowledge of the use of Office applications is essential, and an understanding of the main social media platforms
Passion for wanting to make sure all children have that magical Christmas moment of opening a present.You'llbe organised, flexible, enthusiastic and most of all LOVE CHRISTMAS!
You'llalso need to hold a current, full clean UK driving licence and have your own transportation.
Location: Edinburgh This is a temporary position throughout the months of November and December to support Mission Christmas. What's in it for you
- You'll have 28 days holiday, bank holidays & 2 volunteer days to use.
- Your development matters, so access to our internal training provider - Bauer Academy, is a huge win.
- We have enhanced Maternity/Adoption, Paternity and Shared Parental Leave Pay.
- You'll have the opportunity for flexible working.
- And much more! Find the full details of our benefits here
We are an international employer and equal opportunities are important to us. That's why we welcome everyone in their uniqueness, regardless of e.g. religion, gender, skin color, disability in our house.
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or a long term health condition, and need us to make any reasonable adjustments or do anything differently during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing
If you have any feedback regarding our UK recruitment process, please email we would love to hear from you.
About Cash for Kids
Cash for Kids is a grant-giving charity helping the children that need it most across the UK.
Our mission is to improve the lives of disadvantaged children and young people in our communities who are affected by poverty, illness, neglect or have additional needs. We believe that all children should be able to express their individuality, achieve their potential and live life to the full.
We work with grass roots organisations that aim to make a difference to young lives, directly supporting families who often have nowhere else to go.
Collectively Cash for Kids are forecasting to have raised £21.5 million across the UK in 2024, supporting 583,957 children.
Bauer Media UK is part of the wider Bauer Media Group and is the No.1 UK Publisher and the No.1 Digital Commercial Audio broadcaster. We reach 25 million consumers across our Radio and Publishing brands such as Greatest Hits, KISS, Grazia, Today's Golfer, Absolute Radio, TV Choice, Country Walking, Hits Radio, CAR, Magic, MCN, Jazz FM, Puzzles and many more!
Bauer Media has remained one of the world's most successful media companies for nearly 150 years through our commitment to continuous innovation and consumer obsession. Founded in Hamburg in 1875 and now in our fifth generation of family ownership, our multi national company operates in 13 countries across Europe, reaching 200 million consumers.
Date Job Posting Last Updated: 15 Sept 2026
Mission Christmas HQ Co-ordinator in Edinburgh employer: Bauer Media Group Heinrich Bauer Verlag KG
Bauer Media Group is an excellent employer that fosters a dynamic work culture where innovation and collaboration thrive. As a Senior Data Scientist, you will have access to cutting-edge tools and technologies, along with ample opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive team environment. Located in a vibrant European market, the company offers a unique chance to make a significant impact on audience engagement and revenue strategies while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.
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