The Society of Antiquaries of Scotland is looking for an organised and motivated candidate to fill an exciting new role for our busy Scottish Charity. This is a key role as first point of contact for our existing and prospective membership drawn from around the world and will be responsible for the administration of our membership database. You will also help organise and deliver our programme of digital and in-person events.

Deadline for Applications: Midnight on Monday 30th November 2020. It is expected that interviews will be held online in the week of 14th December.

Starting Salary: £19,350, with a 10% pension contribution, flexible working.

Hours: 5 days a week/37 hours a week. This is a full-time permanent post with a probation period of 6 months. Occasional evening and weekend work is required.

The Society of Antiquaries of Scotland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Key Duties:

• First point of contact with members.
• Administration of membership database.
• Event organisation and delivery.
• Assisting staff and members with membership queries.

Essential skills:

• Experience working in an administrative environment for a membership-based organisation or similar.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills with ability to prioritise workload to meet deadlines and work on own initiative.
• IT literate (particularly membership database skills) and open to learn new digital skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High standard of accuracy with close attention to detail.
• Proactive and flexible approach.

Desirable skills:

• Familiarity with social media platforms and policies.
• Experience with booking and event management.
• Experience of website content management systems (CMS).
• Experience of MS Dynamics based membership databases.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Person specification:

The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills and some membership database management experience, although training will be provided where necessary and this post would suit someone starting or changing their career. They will be motivated and able to handle a busy and varied workload, balancing the need to communicate effectively with members of the Society and run an efficient and organised membership database. They will have strong relationship-building skills and the ability to help organise and administer events.

Hours/Contract: Full Time - 35 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing date: 1^st December 2020

Interview date: TBC

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In providing administrative support, SRO's are called on to manage a number of ongoing activities simultaneously, resolving issues as they arise by communicating effectively and efficiently with colleagues across the charity. SRO's also need to deal with external response handlers and fulfilment partners to ensure comprehensive and rapid supporter service.

What we are looking for:

• Competent use of Microsoft Office packages
• Excellent communications and customer service skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise workload

What's in it for you:

• Continued access to NHS Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
• Continuous development
• Industry leading training programmes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible Working

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Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

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How to apply

• Please apply be sending your tailored CV (no more than two pages) and covering letter outlining your suitability for this role.
• Closing date is Friday 4 December 2020
• Interviews will be held by Video Conferencing w/c 14 December 2020

Please note your covering letter will be key to the success of your application.