Jobs in Dunfermline Central, Fife

Are you passionate about the short breaks needs of unpaid carers in Scotland? Do you want to be part of an enthusiastic and hardworking team that champions inclusive tourism?

Shared Care Scotland is an innovative national charity, based in Dunfermline, working to support Scotland’s unpaid carers to access short breaks and respite.

We are delighted to be recruiting a Coordinator for our Respitality initiative. The postholder will be responsible for working with our network of local carer support services in developing and delivering Respitality in their regions and will work closely with the Respitality Manager to recruit new regions. They will also be responsible for developing and delivering a support and training plan for this network. The successful applicant will help us raise the profile of the initiative across Scotland through various media/promotional activities. Assisting in monitoring and reporting on the progress of Respitality is also an important aspect of this role.

Our ideal candidate will be passionate, enthusiastic, and able to work both in a team and independently and have a proven track record of managing and reporting on project work to deadlines. An understanding of the needs of unpaid carers and the importance of short breaks is desirable, as is experience of media content creation.

In return we offer a supportive, collaborative team environment with excellent terms and conditions. Staff benefits include a pension scheme with 15.5% employer contribution, employee health plan, flexible working, and opportunities for professional development.

Animal charity Pet Blood Bank UK is recruiting for the position of Marketing Assistant. Working closely with the Marketing Manager and team, you will play a key role in the growth and development of the charity. A good understanding of digital communications and social media with a creative and proactive approach is essential for this position.

Background

Launched in 2007, Pet Blood Bank UK is the only charity that provides a blood bank service for all vets across the UK. As part of our charitable remit, our aim is to advance animal health and welfare and to relieve suffering by providing quick and convenient access to blood. Every unit of blood helps save up to four other lives, saving thousands of lives every year.

Our values

Caring. Pioneering. Real. These are the values Pet Blood Bank UK is built upon. Our values bind us together as a charity and guide everything we do. We expect every team member to know, understand and embody our values, helping to build our reputation as a pioneering, caring and practical charity. Read more about our values.

What you’ll do

• Working closely with the Marketing Manager, you will support the aims and objectives of the marketing department, as set out in the marketing strategy
• As a custodian of our brand, you will ensure everything we do is in alignment with our brand identity and values
• Contribute to the creation and delivery of marketing campaigns to raise awareness and grow the charity
• Manage and proactively develop our social media platforms by creating engaging content and delivering excellent customer service
• Create monthly communications for various distinct audiences
• Maintain, update, and monitor our website and other digital platforms
• Help manage, organise, and attend national events
• Support the production of case studies, stories, and articles for use on various channels
• Produce monthly KPI performance reports
• Assist with managing the fundraising activities of the charity
• Support the delivery of our customer and volunteer strategies

What we need

We’re looking for someone creative who has a good understanding of digital marketing and the power of social media in helping to grow a brand. This is a varied role with the opportunity to get involved in many different aspects of marketing. Good organisational skills, excellent copywriting, and a strong attention to detail are essential.

We’re looking for someone who has:

• A strong understanding of digital marketing
• A passionate, proactive, and creative approach to social media
• Creativity in coming up with marketing ideas and campaigns
• A high level of personal motivation and passion for the cause
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to work under pressure with competing priorities

What’s in it for you

In return, we offer full training, competitive salary with pay progression, contributory pension scheme, lifestyle rewards, and 30 days annual holidays (pro rata, including bank holidays).

Further details

This is a permanent part-time role based in our Dunfermline office, working 30 hours per week across five days. Hours can be discussed at interview.

At Fife Housing Group, we develop and build sustainable communities, making it our priority to provide homes which help our tenants live the lives they choose.

As one of the largest independent housing associations in the east of Scotland, we manage approximately 2,500 properties and have an annual turnover in the region of £12.7 million.

We employ 80+ colleagues at our offices in Dunfermline and have been recognised as one of the Top 10 Housing Organisations to work for in the UK. We are registered under Charitable Rules with the Scottish Housing Regulator, the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator and with the Financial Services Authority.

Our subsidiary company, Yourplace, owns 55+ properties which are let at market rents.

The Group is governed by a voluntary Board and we are currently looking to strengthen our overall governance arrangements through the appointment of new Board Members, whose skills and knowledge will help to shape our strategic direction.

Candidates should be able to demonstrate good interpersonal skills, independence of thought and an ability to challenge constructively whilst making balanced and informed decisions.

Knowledge of social housing is desirable but not essential, however, experience of working collaboratively at a strategic level would certainly be beneficial.

We are particularly keen to hear from applicants who live within our area of operation and, as an inclusive, equal opportunities employer, are keen to attract diversity onto our Board.

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