Finance Business Partner (ref: SUS2748)
£35,388 per annum
37.5 hours per week - based in Edinburgh
As a senior member of Sustrans’ finance team, this role ensures that finance and the way we use and think about our money is front and centre of the transformation agenda for the charity, as we move into a new strategic plan period. This role will also work as part of Sustrans’ senior leadership team in Scotland, leading the financial and accountancy support for the c£60m government-funded Scottish active travel programme.
Sustrans Business Partners provide a comprehensive professional accountancy and general financial advisory service to leaders, managers and staff within the areas of the organisation for which they are responsible. Finance is brought out of the back office and an active partnership between finance and operations is created. This includes providing 'real time' financial support and analysis, being a trusted adviser, providing information which enables effective decision making and informing the development of strategic and operational plans.
Educated to degree level or equivalent and part-qualified in Chartered accountancy – ICAEW, CIMA, CIPFA, ACCA – you will have substantial experience in a related position and proven experience of providing finance advice and support to budget holders. You will also have experience of the preparation of budgets and management accounts and in the interpretation of accounts. You will be accurate, organised and methodical, be able to prioritise your workload to meet deadlines whilst using your excellent communications and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships. A knowledge of accounting for charities and a commitment to the promotion of sustainable transport would be an advantage.
Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9am Monday 28 September 2019. Interviews will take place in Edinburgh on Wednesday 6 November 2019.
Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion.
We welcome applications from people with the appropriate skills from all parts of the
community.
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Sustrans is the charity making it easier for people to walk and cycle, by connecting people and places, creating liveable neighbourhoods, transforming the school run and delivering a happier, healthier commute. Take the next step on your Sustrans journey by joining our Infrastructure team in Scotland:
Infrastructure Manager, Places for Everyone
(Ref: SUS2770)
£31,028 per annum
37.5 hours per week – based in Edinburgh
This exciting role will have the responsibility of managing the delivery of the Places for Everyone challenge fund. Supported by Scottish Government, Places for Everyone is an annual challenge fund for the delivery of safe and attractive infrastructure that enables more walking, cycling and wheeling for everyday journeys. In this role you will manage the delivery of a wide range of projects and will work in partnership with an equally wide array of partners. Projects can range from rural paths, to urban crossings, to town wide strategy development and all require an open, fair and robust application process which this role will review and strengthen.
With substantial experience overseeing the planning, development and delivery of projects in the urban environment, including the co-ordination of funding bids and budget management, you will have previously worked in partnership with other groups and organisations and have the ability to influence key decision makers, politicians and transport directors. To achieve this, your written and verbal communications skills will be excellent as will be your negotiation and advocacy skills. You will also have a good understanding of Scotland’s political and physical geography and be committed to the promotion of sustainable transport.
Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9am Friday 25 October 2019. Interviews will take place in Edinburgh on Friday 1 November 2019.
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I Bike Coordinator, Scotland
(Ref: SUS2776)
£27,255 per annum
37.5 hours per week - Based in Edinburgh
The I Bike Programme is an initiative to create a culture of active travel (cycling, scooting and walking) in schools promoting safer, happier and healthier communities. As well as delivering activities which promote active travel across the whole school community, I Bike aims to address two specific issues around cycling to school; the drop off in active travel between primary and secondary school and the gender gap which sees girls being less physically active than boys.
With a good standard of education and committed to sustainable travel through walking, cycling and using public transport, you will be experienced at project management and delivery in the education, community, behavior change or physical activity setting. Your leadership and motivational proficiency will complement your excellent verbal and written communications and organisational skills. You will have experience of partnership working and have a good understanding of the I Bike and active travel work. Line management ability and IT literacy are also required. Enhanced Disclosure Scotland (PVGS) clearance is mandatory for this post.
Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9am on Monday 4 November 2019. Interviews will take place in Edinburgh on Thursday 21 November 2019.
Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion. We welcome applications from people with the appropriate skills from all parts of the community.
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About us
Myeloma UK is the only organisation in the UK dealing exclusively with myeloma – the second most common form of blood cancer. It originates in the bone marrow and currently affects around 17,500 people in the UK. Whilst treatable, myeloma is not yet curable.
Our ultimate goal is to find a cure. We are dedicated to ensuring that patients get access to the right treatment at the right time, and to improving standards of treatment and care through research, education and awareness raising. We also provide a range of information and support services to patients, family and friends to help deal with a diagnosis of myeloma.
About the role
Myeloma UK is working towards fulfilling its five year Fundraising Strategy and the Philanthropy and Partnership Manager pivotal is pivotal to the achievement of this goal. You will be working within the wider Income Generation Team to manage the charity's dynamic philanthropic fundraising program and leading on the management of high level donor events.
The successful applicant will be maintaining and nurturing existing relationships and driving new business opportunities from foundations and major donor prospects as well as providing donors and supporters with first class stewardship ensuring their long-term support.
As a member of the Income Generation department, you will be responsible for the planning and delivery of the fundraising strategy, operational and departmental plans and will contribute towards the planning and delivery of the business’s operational plans and the development of team members
Myeloma UK’s office in in Edinburgh. Remote working from other parts of the UK could be considered if the post holder is also able to maintain a frequent and meaningful presence at the Edinburgh office. Frequent travel across the UK will be required.
About you
This is a unique opportunity to work for a national UK charity in a senior fundraising role. To be successful you will have significant experience of successful trust and major gift fundraising and soliciting five figure gifts from trusts and individuals.
You will have a proven track record of meeting and exceeding challenging budget targets and experience in managing and leading teams to deliver effective staff performance and personal development.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required as well as a high level of attention to detail and expertise in the use of Microsoft Office packages, Raiser’s Edge and web-based technologies.
Interviews will be held on Monday 18 November.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.