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• 35hr p/w. Open to negotiation but must be able to cover the centre during business hours & attend board meetings approx. 2hrs p/m outside hours. The post is funded until 31 March 2026 by The Scottish Government’s Delivering Equally Safe Fund.
• Annual leave: FTE 30 days & 12 public holidays / total 294hrs per year (pro-rata). Pension: 8% employer’s contribution.

Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at Shetland Rape Crisis (SRC), based in The Compass Centre in Lerwick. As our most senior employee, the Managing Director provides strategic leadership and direct day-to-day service management for the organisation in order to achieve our Mission & Vision.

You will inspire a culture of trust, progress and justice through a strong intersectional feminist ethos and approach, driving change and development, and promoting empowerment, courage, equity, diversity and collaboration at all levels. You will ensure that The Compass Centre continues to meet its strategic priorities and outcomes via the safe, sustainable, and impactful delivery of our charitable activities and services for Shetlanders affected by sexual violence.

You will be supported to grow in your own practice and values-base, and robust training and induction will be provided to ensure you are able to carry out the full responsibilities of the role.

Reporting to: Board of Trustees

Member of: Senior Management Team (SMT)

Line-managing: Finance & Office Manager, Support & Development Manager

Restrictions: Only women need apply under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. We encourage applications from those with lived experience, but we cannot consider applications from current service users or ex-service users who are less than 1 year since leaving service.

Contracted to: The post is funded until 31 March 2026 by The Scottish Government’s Delivering Equally Safe Fund. Contracts are re-issued annually upon confirmation of funding. The post holder will be responsible, alongside senior management and the Board, to ensure continued funding thereafter.

Application notes

The Recruitment Pack includes:

1. About The Compass Centre – Managing Director (SRC)
2. Job Description & Person Specification – Managing Director (SRC)
3. Application Form – Managing Director (SRC)

Only applications returned using the Application Form and following the attached guidance will be accepted. CVs will not be accepted. The application form should be completed in full and emailed to before 9am on Monday 24th February 2025.

Managing Director (aka Service Manager)
Postcode: ZE1 0HA

• Hybrid: Based in our Clydebank office with travel around the local area and some work from home.
• Closing: 28th February 2025.

Due to the retirement of the current post holder, the directors of Stepping Stones wish to appoint a Chief Officer to oversee the work of Stepping Stones as we move into the future.

The Chief Officer will be responsible for the overall strategic, operational, and financial leadership of Stepping Stones during the next phase of our growth and development. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to our mission, a deep understanding of the challenges faced by people with mental health challenges, and a proven track record of leadership in a similar setting.

Key Responsibilities of the Chief Officer:

Leadership and Strategy:

• To develop and implement the strategic vision and direction for the organisation in collaboration with the Board of Directors;
• To work with the service members, Board of Directors, and staff to ensure the organisation continues to achieve very good grades with the Care Inspectorate;
• To develop a culture of inclusivity, support, and continuous improvement;
• To foster a can-do and positive culture that supports the development of a solution-focused organisation;
• To represent the organisation publicly, serving as a passionate advocate for Stepping Stones’ communities;
• To raise the profile and reputation of the organisation by working closely with partners in the local health and social care sector and to develop Stepping Stones’ presence within local strategic forums;
• To support Stepping Stones to maintain a person-centred evidence-based culture;
• To develop a strategy with stakeholders that leads to further growth and development of new services;
• To support staff to realise and achieve their full potential within the organisation.

Operational Management:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of services;
• Develop and implement policies and procedures aligned with our mission and goals;
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and best practices;
• Work with the Board of Directors to ensure strong governance and financial management of the organisation.
• Budgetary responsibilities as agreed by the Board of Directors;
• Ensure the financial health and sustainability of the organisation through sound fiscal management;
• Oversee effective pursuit and management of funding, including grants, donations, and partnerships.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders;
• Work collaboratively with the Board of Directors to support governance and strategic roles;
• Ensure that service members are involved in various forums.

Team Management:

• Oversee the work of the staff team and provide supervision, guidance and line management;
• Lead, mentor, and develop the management team and staff;
• Development of recruitment and retention strategies for staff, volunteers, and peers.

Full Job Description and Person Specification available for download below.

• Hybrid/ Remote: Edinburgh, home or mixture of both.
• Closing: 24th February 2025.

Scotland’s Hospices Together is a partnership of independent hospices.

The National Corporate Fundraising Lead is a new post, responsible for the development and delivery of national Scottish corporate campaigns.

You will have excellent written and communication skills with a proven track record of successfully managing and developing income and awareness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Securing vital income from national Scottish corporate fundraising partnerships.
• Developing a compelling case for support for Scotland’s Hospices Together.
• Leading on the development of brand assets, website, and social media presence.
• Researching and identifying potential corporate partners.
• Leading on the delivery of pitches, applications, and approaches.
• Acting as an ambassador for Scotland’s Hospices Together members.

For an informal discussion, please contact Jon Heggie on 0131 551 1381.

Employer: This is a full-time position employed by St Columba’s Hospice Care.

The post will be managed on a day-to-day basis by the Director of Income Generation at St Columba’s Hospice Care in Edinburgh.

You can be based at St Columba’s Hospice Care in Edinburgh, from home or a hybrid of both.

LINKnet Mentoring Limited is based in Edinburgh and provides mentoring support to minority ethnic people on career, education and personal development.

Job aspects:

• Organisation management
• Operations management
• Supply chain management
• Human resource management
• Finance management
• Making and supporting 35-45 befriending pairs per year
• Holding 10 social, educational or cultural events with the participation of 150-200 people per year.

The Alumni Relations Manager will successfully engage alumni to build a thriving community.

Description of Duties:

Strategy and Planning:

• Contribute to the development of and successfully implement a multi-year alumni relations and stakeholder engagement strategy.

Management:

• Provide clear and supportive line management to the Alumni Relations Officer.

Operational:

• Liaise with and support alumni groups who wish to arrange activities and events.

Finance & Reporting:

• Support the Head of Fundraising and Alumni Engagement to plan and monitor the alumni relations budget.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Educated to degree level, with substantial, relevant experience in a similar role.

Skills and Attributes:

• Highly motivated with a positive, solutions-focused attitude.
• Strong project management and planning capability.

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