Corporate Fundraiser

Age Scotland; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

• Hybrid: Blend of office (Edinburgh-based) and home working (in Scotland)
• Closing 21st April 2025
• Advertised from 26th March 2025
• 28 – 35 hours per week.

Role

94% of our colleagues rate Age Scotland as a great place to work.

Age Scotland is the national charity for older people. We work to improve the lives of everyone over the age of 50 so that they can love later life.

We support and enable hundreds of communities and older people’s groups across Scotland. We provide information, friendship and advice through our free helpline and publications. We tackle loneliness and isolation with our Friendship Line and much more.

As a Corporate Fundraiser, you will work as part of the corporate team to develop and implement a corporate partnership fundraising strategy and create and maintain a pipeline of corporate activities. This will include managing our existing partnerships to ensure they generate maximum impact and developing and maintaining a mix of new partnerships including transformational and strategic partnerships, charity of the year, and sponsorship in order to meet fundraising targets.

The post will be Scotland-based, a blend of office (Edinburgh-based) and home working. As a hybrid role, the intention is that office-based and external-facing work will constitute 40% of working time over each month. Age Scotland is a flexible employer, and flexible work patterns are available. In return for your hard work, enthusiasm, and commitment to our values, you’ll receive a generous benefits package:

• Generous holiday allowance of 39 days (FTE)
• A range of learning and development opportunities
• Company sick pay
• Healthcare benefit through Westfield Health
• Discounted gym membership
• Cashback scheme from major retailers
• Contributory pension scheme with employer contributions of 9%
• A comprehensive package of support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• Group life cover up to three times your annual salary
• Cycle to work scheme
• Paid carers leave and dependents’ support
• The option to buy more holidays or sell them
• Enhanced maternity and paternity policies.

Application notes

Full details of the role are available from our website: age.scot/workforus. Alternatively, you can call 0333 3232400.

Closing date: 12pm on Monday 21st April 2025

Interviews will take place in Edinburgh on Wednesday 30th April 2025.

About Us

We are a well-established charity with almost 35 years of experience providing essential services and activities for individuals over the age of 60. As the primary third-sector provider in Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and the Northern Corridor areas, our services include Daycare, activity groups, befriending, volunteering opportunities, and a Community Transport fleet offering door-to-door transport.

The Role

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our organisation towards achieving its strategic goals and objectives. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership qualities and a proven track record in managing diverse teams while driving financial performance. As the CEO, you will be responsible for overseeing operational management, staff leadership, service development, and strategic planning. This role requires an individual with a passion for community work, the ability to develop strong partnerships, and build relationships with external partners as well as the ability to adapt services to meet emerging needs.

Key Responsibilities

1. Service Management: Oversee the delivery of existing services, ensuring they are effective, person-centred, and aligned with our mission.
2. Team Leadership: Provide management and support to staff and volunteers, ensuring a positive and productive working environment.
3. Strategic Development: Lead on the development and implementation of service improvements, including digital support initiatives and flexible service models.
4. Partnership Working: Build and maintain relationships with local organisations, funders, and stakeholders to enhance service provision and partnership opportunities.
5. Community Transport: Oversee the management of the Community Transport fleet, ensuring compliance and efficient operation for service users and community groups.
6. Funding and Reporting: Support funding applications, reporting, and evaluations to sustain and grow services.
7. Safeguarding & Compliance: Ensure that all services operate within regulatory requirements and best practices in safeguarding and data protection.

Person Specification

1. Proven experience in running the full operation of an organisation, with sound knowledge of governance requirements, within the charity, health, or social care sector.
2. Proven experience in service management within the charity, health, or social care sector.
3. SCQF Level 9 or SCQF Level 10 (relevant experience instead of qualification may be considered).
4. Strong and demonstrable leadership and team management skills.
5. Experience in service development, including digital and flexible service models.
6. Excellent communication and partnership-building skills.
7. Experience in funding applications and financial oversight.
8. Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety, and regulatory compliance.
9. A proactive, solutions-focused approach to service delivery.
10. Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing circumstances.
11. Experience managing community transport services.
12. Understanding of the challenges facing older and vulnerable adults in North Lanarkshire.

LifeCare is a forward-thinking growing charity with a proud 85-year history of supporting people 50+ across Edinburgh. We employ over 80 staff and are supported by a range of volunteers.

Our Day Services operate Monday to Friday from two locations in Edinburgh (Stockbridge and Portobello). These services offer high-quality day support including pick up and drop off service, alongside days filled with activities, companionship, high-quality lunches, and lots of smiles. In addition, this service provides much-needed support and respite to their unpaid carer.

We are looking for an exceptional individual to lead and develop our Day Service at Portobello. You will make a big difference to people’s lives by leading a dedicated team to deliver a range of activities alongside providing care including personal care where required. Most importantly, you will ensure people feel special and cared for. If you are caring, compassionate and want to work for a charity that also cares about you, come join our growing team.

As well as a competitive annual salary, our valued team also benefits from:

• 30 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Employer pension contribution, including salary exchange schemes
• Access to paid training and development opportunities including SVQs
• A supportive team culture.

Previous experience working in social care for the senior post is essential but your enthusiasm and caring nature are just as important.

Are you a passionate, motivated fundraiser committed to changing the world for the better? We want to hear from you.

At The Eric Liddell Community, our vision is a community where no one feels lonely or isolated. Our mission is to bring people together in their communities to enhance health and well-being and have a positive impact on their lives.

The Edinburgh Liddell Community is undergoing a period of growth, expansion, and change in the delivery of its caring services, following an exciting 2024, where we recognised and celebrated the life, sporting and community achievements of one of Scotland’s iconic figures, Eric Liddell.