Location – Edinburgh Zoo (remote working available/attend monthly meetings)

The Role

Join a successful team to take the lead on income generation from grants to support RZSS’ vision and mission at an exciting time of growth and expansion. This will include producing compelling applications and reports as well as excellent management of relationships with a wide range of funders.

Some of the things you'll do

• Generate income for RZSS Edinburgh Zoo and RZSS Highland Wildlife Park as well as national and international conservation and education programmes.
• Manage our accounts with major funders including National Lottery, NatureScot and Highlands and Islands Enterprise, which collectively have given more than £5m to date.
• Take the lead on account management and stewardship for the Postcode Lottery Fund, currently giving £600k per annum.
• Maintain excellent relationships with funders and partners, meeting all application and reporting deadlines and ensuring that funders are engaged and informed on developments within RZSS.
• Periodically supervise other staff, interns and volunteers.
• Deputise for the Development Manager when required.

What we're looking for

• You’ll be educated to degree-level or hold equivalent experience
• CIOF Certificate of Fundraising or equivalent experience/qualification
• Detailed knowledge of grant funding and stewardship principles
• Knowledge of donor cultivation and stewardship principles
• Demonstrate a good understanding of the external fundraising environment in Scotland
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships, e.g. working with senior level managers to deliver cultivation activity and managing prospect lists
• Practical application of using CRM databases e.g. ThankQ or another relevant database management system
• Membership of relevant professional body e.g. CIOF
• Understanding of GDPR guidelines

To apply, please click RZSS Job Opportunities

Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home is looking to recruit its first Digital Fundraising Lead – someone who loves new technology and innovation with the knack for engaging online communities for good causes.

This role will be responsible for growing the Home’s cryptocurrency philanthropy programme, its gaming and streaming activities, as well as leading on crowdfunding campaigns and raising funds through social media and other digital channels. The successful candidate will also play an advisory role on all things digital fundraising to the rest of their fundraising colleagues, sharing their expertise to grow all income streams for the Home.

This role sits within our fundraising and communications department, who help to generate over £2 million every year to run Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home. As our charity directly supports pets and their owners, many of our events are pet friendly and we work with office dogs, therefore you must be happy to work in an environment where you will occasionally be in direct contact with animals.

This role has been made possible by the generosity of our crypto partner Pawthereum, who have pledged to make a donation which will cover the first six months salary of this role. You can read more about Pawthereum and their mission to advance animal welfare through crypto philanthropy at Pawthereum websiite. 

About us

Stop It Now! Scotland is the only national charity dedicated exclusively to preventing and responding to child sexual abuse.  Well respected in the field, we are part of The Lucy Faithfull Foundation, a UK wide charity focusing on the prevention of child sexual abuse through engaging with both protective adults and those who present a risk to children.  Our work is vital and has real impact.

We are looking for a dynamic and talented part time Fundraising Manager to join our Scotland team on a fixed term contract for 2 years (with potential to extend, funding dependent).

About the role

As our Fundraising Manager, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of Stop It Now! Scotland's fundraising strategy.

You will cultivate new funder relationships with a focus on trust and foundation fundraising, statutory fundraising, private philanthropy and corporate fundraising.  You will take responsibility for stewarding donors so as to deepen their engagement with our work.  You will project manage reports in relation to grants and develop structures so reporting is effective and timely.

You will help take our work to protect children to the next level, developing new income streams, setting challenging but realistic annual targets and fostering a culture of collaboration and support.

If you have significant experience in fundraising and are eager to make a positive difference in your next role, this is a superb opportunity to join our charity and drive our ambitious plans forward.  You will be instrumental in helping us reach more of those who need us by growing our income and raising awareness of Stop It Now!

About you

You will need:

• A demonstrable track record of success in fundraising within a third sector organisation
• Significant evidenced experience in gaining grant funding from trusts and foundations and/or statutory bodies
• Proven experience of developing and managing donor relations
• Excellent analytical, communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, with a strong eye for detail.

You will be:

• Organised, self-motivated and able to manage a large and varied workload
• A creative thinker who champions new ideas and approaches to fundraising
• Understanding of the need to 'pitch-in' and do whatever is necessary, as a member of a small team
• Committed to deliver our vision of a world free of child sexual abuse.

The benefits

• Salary of £30,000-£34,000 per annum (pro rata based on 22.5hrs, dependent on skills and experience)
• A strong sense of purpose knowing your work makes a real impact
• 25 days leave plus public holidays (pro rata)
• Up to 5 days learning and development each year (pro rata)
• Nest pension
• Company sick pay (after probationary period)
• Family friendly policies
• Benenden medical cover

At The Lucy Faithfull Foundation we believe in creating a positive environment where our differences are respected and each of us feels valued for our contribution.  Treating people fairly is part of our values and at the core of our culture.  As an inclusive employer, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, ethnicity, religion or belief, age, socioeconomic background, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibilities, marital status, nationality and disability including invisible disabilities and neurodiversity.

Interviews will be held on 18th February 2022

Join the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) in our mission to lead the fightback for plants, the planet, and our future at this critical moment for our natural world. The new Head of Membership will play an important supporting role in delivering a range of projects and programmes, including the high-profile Edinburgh Biomes project, a hugely ambitious estates masterplan that is central to our response to the climate emergency and biodiversity crisis. The project offers an exceptional opportunity to build our donor and member base and engage with new and existing audiences.

RBGE is one of the top four botanic gardens in the world and home to one of the world's best living collections of plants (13,500 species), a herbarium of three million preserved specimens and one of the UK's most comprehensive botanical libraries. With specialist expertise and resources built over 350 years, gardens across Scotland, and research and conservation programmes across the world, our aim is to understand, protect and restore the world's plant species and ecosystems, providing scientific solutions to safeguard our planet for future generations.

Harris Hill is delighted to be working in partnership with RGBE to recruit a new Head of Membership. The postholder will deliver high quality membership management, regular giving appeals, and services to underpin the delivery of the organisation's mission, vision, and strategy.

Key details
Job title: Head of Membership
Salary: 39,502 - 44,054
Location: within reach of Edinburgh office but remote/hybrid working may be considered
Closing date: 25th February 2022

The main duties of the post will include:
- As a senior member of the Development management team, work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve RBGE's Corporate Strategy and Plans.
- Lead the delivery of a membership services and development function, ensuring it promotes a culture of philanthropy throughout RBGE and continually develops for the future.
- Significantly grow membership numbers and income.
- Generate significant member value.
- Devise and implement creative member acquisition, renewal, upgrade, and retention strategies.
- Lead alumni relations at RBGE, working in partnership with education to build and sustain strong, lifelong relationships between RBGE and its global community of former students and staff.
- Manage the Regular Giving and Digital Fundraising Officer role, and one Development Administrator.

You will have the following skills and experience:
- Proven experience of business development, marketing and/or fundraising.
- Experience of working in a membership development role.
- Experience (or knowledge) of regular giving/mass fundraising.
- High degree of skill in cultivating long-term relationships and strategic partnerships.
- Expertise in managing people and teams.

We encourage applicants who are from underrepresented groups with protected characteristics, as we value having a diverse pool of applicants to find the best candidate.

If you would like to receive an information pack for this role with details on how to apply, please send an expression of interest and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile in confidence to our consultant Nick Shanks at [email protected]

For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Nick at the above address with your number and suitable times to speak. You can also call on 0207 820 7334 but please be aware the line can be busy, so a pre-arranged call is the best way to ensure availability.

Please note responding to this advertisement will not in itself be considered an application. We will need a CV and a supporting statement addressing the full person specification in the information pack.

The opportunity

Could you motivate, inspire and influence individuals, groups, and corporations to support the British Heart Foundation (BHF) and achieve their fundraising goals? Do you love meeting and exceeding targets?
 
Would you like a people-focussed role where every day you have a direct impact on funding life-saving science?

If so, you could be our new Fundraising Manager for East Scotland. This is a great opportunity to cover a fundraising patch which has massive potential for growth.

About the role   

When people affected by heart and circulatory diseases are in need, they turn to us. With our research we give people hope. With our expert advice and training, we give people knowledge and support. In this role you'll have a direct impact by helping fund our life saving research and helping to build a healthier world for everyone.

In this role, you’ll recruit, manage, and support volunteer fundraisers within the community. You’ll identify, develop and steward new relationships with corporate supporters, fundraising groups, and high value prospects.

You’ll inspire and bring out the best in our supporters, corporate partnerships and fundraising groups, enabling them to achieve their ambitious fundraising goals and reach their potential.

Joining a brave, informed, compassionate, and driven team, you’ll work with BHF colleagues and volunteers to unlock new opportunities. You'll have the opportunity to make a real difference and impact in your community, help grow our BHF supporter network, and raise funds to power remarkable research breakthroughs.

This is a rewarding and fast-paced role, in a regional field team. No two days will be the same as you'll be working with individuals, groups, and corporates, supporting them with their fundraising ambitions.

This is a field-based role covering East Scotland (EH, TD postcodes).

About you 

Ambitious and tenacious, you’ll have strong planning and prioritisation skills, and enjoy working at pace and managing multiple deadlines. You’ll be data driven you’ll be able to provide insight and analysis to identify and nurture opportunities. 

A creative thinker, you'll have exceptional problem-solving skills only matched by your ability to bring the BHF to life and tell stories about our research that influence and motivate.

The team combines experience from the private, public and third sector and we're looking for someone to join us with:

• Business acumen with proven experience of meeting and exceeding targets and working to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Excellent ability to motivate, inspire and influence people
• Strong communication and networking skills and a proven ability to build long last relationships
• Proven ability to track and report on income 
• A track record of writing proposals that are engaging and concise 

You'll need to live in the "EH" postcode areas or be able to relocate to this region. If you intend to relocate, please make this clear in your submission.

You'll need a full UK driving licence, access to a car, and the ability to work evenings and weekends where required. You can work under your own initiative from a home base whilst still contributing positively to your regional team.

In your supporting statement, we would like you demonstrate: 
• Pitching and winning a partnership or project with a focus on identifying and securing the opportunity 
• An example of growing income and networks 
• Experience of managing high-value corporate and/or individual relationships 
• Your passion for our cause 
• Whether you plan on relocating to the region (if not already living there)

About us

Everything we do comes back to funding life-saving research into all heart and circulatory conditions including heart failure, stroke, and vascular dementia. Every hour of research we’ve ever funded, every item we’ve ever sold, every campaign we’ve ever run, all the support we’ve ever given. The donations we receive are used to make people’s lives healthier and longer.

We celebrate diversity and make inclusion part of what we do every day. It sits at the heart of our People Experience. Our aim is for all of our colleagues and volunteers to bring their true self to work.

Here at the BHF we understand that you might need a little help balancing your work and home life. Many of our people work flexibly in many different ways. Please feel free to talk to us about the flexibility you may need; we’re happy to explore what’s possible for you and the role.

What can we offer you

We offer excellent benefits including generous annual leave, private medical insurance, dental health cover, pension, and flexible working. We commit to actively developing you and offer learning and development opportunities to support, inspire and help you unlock your full potential. To find out more about benefits available at the BHF please download our benefits document on our website.

Interview process

Please note initial interviews will be held over Microsoft Teams. Interviews may be held during the advertising period or shortly after the close date.

How to apply

Important note: If you do not currently live in the region specified, please clearly state your plan to relocate within your supporting statement.
 
It’s quick and easy to apply for a role at the BHF. Just click on the apply button below. All you’ll need is an up-to-date CV and a supporting statement, outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role’s criteria. 

As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer, and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, the BHF will use anonymous CV software as part of the application journey.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

SeeScape (the operational name for Fife Society for the Blind) is the leading charity provider of support services for people with a visual impairment in Fife. The Charities aim is to empower people with visual impairment to live safely, independently and achieve their personal goals.  A range of services are on offer as part of a one-stop-shop approach, including information and advice, rehabilitation, assistive technology training, befriending and social groups. There is also an Opticians, allowing the charity to take a person-centred approach towards eye care, linking clients directly to other services as required.

The key purpose of the Fundraising Manager role is to maintain and further develop the trust and foundations and individual giving income streams. With a flair for identifying and cultivating opportunities for income maximisation, the Fundraising Manager will also engage in a range of other fundraising activities as required.

This exciting and varied post would suit applicants with excellent communication and organisational skills. Due to Covid19 this is a home based position, however some travel to Fife would be required to meet with funders, potential donors and supporters. 

This is a great opportunity for a Fundraiser with existing Trust and IG experience or for an individual looking to gain experience in different areas of Fundraising. Enthusiasm packaged with exceptional inter personal skills is a must!