Jobs in Westhill and District, Aberdeenshire

We are looking for a Head of Scotland (Fundraising) to join our award winning and ambitious type 1 diabetes charity, JDRF, to lead the Scotland Fundraising Team.

JDRF is the world’s leading charitable research funder of type 1 diabetes, improving lives until we find the cure. We fund and drive medical research to cure, treat and prevent type 1 diabetes; we provide information for children, adults and parents living with the condition at all stages, from diagnosis and beyond; and we give a voice to people with type 1 diabetes and work to achieve increased focus on, and funding for, research to find the cure.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious and successful fundraising team. The Head of Scotland (Fundraising) will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising strategy in the nation that achieves our ambition to build income by 45% from £350k in the current financial year to £500k plus by financial year 2026.

The postholder will hold a key co-ordinating and development role helping to deliver on organisational mission in Scotland. Working closely with the Deputy Director of Fundraising the postholder will develop JDRF’s strategy for fundraising in Scotland, incorporating UK wide initiatives and bespoke national approaches to suit the local context.

You’ll have previous experience of:

• A leadership role in high value partnerships or community fundraising or relevant equivalent
• Developing and delivering an income generation strategy in one or more organisations

You will find a vibrant atmosphere and spirited team at JDRF, always striving to make a difference to people living with type 1 diabetes.

To view the job description please click here: Head of Scotland (Fundraising) JD