We have an exciting opportunity for a Factory Administrator, on a 6 month contract, at our Lady Haig Poppy Factory.

You will provide administrative support to the Office Manager of the LHPF and act as a first point of contact to the public regarding all types of LHPF merchandise sales, public relations and all other enquiries.

If successful you will be responsible for:

• To be the first point of contact to the public and partner agencies for both sales and general LHPF enquiries and provide information on LHPF products and services as appropriate.

• Responsible for the processing of all factory on-line shop orders and ensuring that orders are despatched timeously.

• Responsible for the despatch of small orders made both by on-line shop and e-mail sales and direct counter sales from the general public.

• Responsible for the daily reconciliation of two office tills and the electronic card reader and record the figures accurately. Payments are made by either cash, card or cheque.

• To prepare accurate reports of reconciliations for the accounts department.

• To assist with the updating of all annual repeat orders, ensuring that they are processed accurately and dispatched timeously.

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community which includes those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of crisis and need we offer them vital advice, assistance and funding.

As an inclusive employer, we welcome conversations on flexible working and any reasonable adjustments that may be required.

Diversity Statement

We believe that the compassion, understanding and service we show each, and every individual customer should be reflected in the way we all support, respect and include every individual who works with us.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to take the lead on a major automation project and additionally to be the local coordinator of Facilities Management and Health & Safety for both Poppyscotland and Lady Haig Poppy Factory.

You will be the project manager responsible for the planning and implementation of all aspects of a major automation project. This will include main POC with the manufacturer, delivery of all enabling works and engagement in other areas of resultant reorganisation, while working with the rest of the team to ensure full delivery of BAU.

If successful, you will:

• Be the project manager for the automation project
• Support the LHPF manager and deputise for him as required
• Work with the History and Heritage team to develop the overall visitor experience programme including the selection and training of tour guides and lecturers
• Manage all aspects of the new group retail unit located within the factory
• Work in conjunction with the LHPF manager to deliver associated operational changes as required

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community which includes those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of crisis and need we offer them vital advice, assistance and funding.

As an inclusive employer, we welcome conversations on flexible working and any reasonable adjustments that may be required.

Diversity Statement

We believe that the compassion, understanding and service we show each, and every individual customer should be reflected in the way we all support, respect and include every individual who works with us.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Poppy Appeal Organiser in our East region to contribute to the implementation and delivery of the Fundraising Department strategy by co-ordinating and managing the Scottish Poppy Appeal within a set geographical area - Shetland, Orkney, Morayshire, Aberdeen City, Aberdeenshire, Tayside, Angus, Dundee, Edinburgh, Fife, West Lothian, East Lothian, Midlothian, Borders, Clackmannanshire, Perth and Kinross

You will manage and support volunteer Area Organisers within the set geographical area to maximise the distribution of poppies and the income obtained from the Scottish Poppy Appeal

If successful you will be responsible or:

• Ensure all fundraising resources and materials are provided to Lady Haig’s Poppy Factory to fulfil the orders alongside the Poppy orders.
• To communicate effectively with volunteer Area Organisers within the set geographical area to ensure they follow agreed processes and procedures.
• To develop, implement and review all appropriate Scottish Poppy Appeal activities regularly to ensure they follow agreed processes and procedures.
• To recruit, liaise with and support Scottish Poppy Appeal Outlets in order to maximise income
• To manage the co-ordination and organisation of all financial accounting for Poppy Appeal collections within the set geographical area including the recovery of outstanding collections.
• To manage the distribution of Poppy Appeal materials within the set geographical area.
• To represent Poppyscotland in a professional way that ensures appropriate communication with our supporters and stakeholders ,
• To support and proactively develop quality supporter and stakeholder relationships

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community which includes those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of crisis and need we offer them vital advice, assistance and funding.

As an inclusive employer, we welcome conversations on flexible working and any reasonable adjustments that may be required.

Diversity Statement

We believe that the compassion, understanding and service we show each, and every individual customer should be reflected in the way we all support, respect and include every individual who works with us.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Trusts, Foundations and Major Giving Fundraising Manager to work towards securing significant income through charitable Grants, Trusts, Foundations, High Net worth individuals and Non-statutory Funding Bodies to fund general and specific projects

You will research and identifying appropriate funders whose criteria match our needs, preparing cases for support and submitting compelling written bids and complex grant applications as appropriate whilst building positive ongoing relationships keeping funders informed of our work to maximize the possibility of repeat grants

If successful you will be responsible or:

• Develop and submit high quality, compelling funding applications to Trusts and Foundations in relation to relevant projects.
• Identify and build relationships with major individual supporters with a focus on securing substantial new donations, and ensuring our pipeline of supporters is healthy.
• Nurture good relationships with existing and prospective donors, and develop stewardship programmes
• To undertake appropriate presentations and activities in relation to our Trusts and Foundations applications
• To liaise with all relevant internal and external bodies including The Lady Haig Poppy Factory and The Royal British Legion, Legion Scotland in order to develop and delivery applications for special projects.
• To represent Poppyscotland in a professional way that ensures appropriate communication with our supporters and stakeholders.
• To ensure grants are received, acknowledged and payment schedules are adhered to in order to ensure an excellent supporter experience at each step of the supporter journey.

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community which includes those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of crisis and need we offer them vital advice, assistance and funding.

As an inclusive employer, we welcome conversations on flexible working and any reasonable adjustments that may be required.

Diversity Statement

We believe that the compassion, understanding and service we show each, and every individual customer should be reflected in the way we all support, respect and include every individual who works with us.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Corporate Fundraiser to work with our Head of Fundraising and Learning to assist in the implementation and delivery of the Fundraising Department Strategy.

You will assist with developing, implementing and monitoring the Corporate fundraising operational plan achieving financial targets and Key Performance Indicators, as we as, promoting excellence in donor stewardship which motivates and inspires individuals, groups, and local business to maximise giving.

If successful you will be responsible or:

• To develop, implement and monitor effective corporate partnership plans ensuring the objectives of both corporate partners and Poppyscotland are met.
• To manage the delivery of key corporate fundraising activities.
• To act as account manager for all Poppyscotland corporate partnerships.
• To seek out and maximise all networking opportunities to build relationships with existing and potential key corporate partners.
• To develop and maintain knowledge of Scotland’s corporate sector ensuring all fundraising opportunities are maximised.
• To work closely with other fundraising functions (in particular the Poppy Appeal), to establish and deliver appropriate corporate support for those functions.
• To develop and maintain a range of corporate fundraising products and materials
• To work closely and in conjunction with the Royal British Legion Corporate Partnerships Team in the development and delivery of UK-wide corporate partnerships.

Please note that the job will require some evening and week-end work including some overnight stays. Flexibility with working hours and travel is required.

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community which includes those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of crisis and need we offer them vital advice, assistance and funding.

As an inclusive employer, we welcome conversations on flexible working and any reasonable adjustments that may be required.

Diversity Statement

We believe that the compassion, understanding and service we show each, and every individual customer should be reflected in the way we all support, respect and include every individual who works with us.

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community. We reach out to those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of crisis and need we offer them vital practical advice, assistance and funding.

You will assist members of the Armed Forces community back into the labour market by providing individuals with funding, support, and direction. You will manage the day to day business of Poppyscotland’s Employment Services. Delivering independent financial based decisions, managing a caseload of clients as well as liaising with stakeholders funded by Poppyscotland to deliver employment services.

Key Skills / Experience

• Relevant experience working in a similar role or/and good level of general education – National 5 or equivalent
• Experience of a person-centred approach in the delivery of Employment / Information & Advice / Welfare support services / Customer Service
• Experience of collaborative working practices; negotiating with, and through others, to achieve required outcomes, developing effective partnerships across a range of providers from all sectors (public, private and voluntary)
• Knowledge of the barriers that unemployed people can face which prevent them from returning to the workplace
• Understanding the value of quality assurance principles, processes and the application of consistent standards in the provision of advice and support services
• Ability to facilitate, design, deliver and evaluate training courses and materials.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation inclusive of GDPR, and experience of working within the bounds of client confidentiality
• Excellent IT skills – competent user of MS Office and familiar with client management systems
• Highly organised and able to deliver multiple priorities through effective time management
• Confident and effective communicator with reporting and presenting skills (verbal and written) for a range of audiences
• Self-motivated with ability to work on own initiative
• Strong team player, able to work effectively with a diverse range of people
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to understand, analyse and use data to improve service provision
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Effective listener, socially perceptive and empathetic with an awareness and understanding of why people may act and react as they do
• Respectful of client confidentiality

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community. We reach out to those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of crisis and need we offer them vital practical advice, assistance and funding.

You will oversee day-to-day operations of Poppyscotland’s Grants Services, delivering independent financial-based decisions in a holistic manner and signposting to other services (internal and external) as and when appropriate to ensure the needs of those seeking support are met.

Key Skills / Experience

• Relevant experience working in a similar role or/and good level of general education – National 5 or equivalent.
• Experience of working in a grant giving/funding role in a similar environment
• Experience of providing advice and guidance to clients/customers
• Current knowledge of the statutory benefits system in Scotland
• Experience of managing administration systems
• Excellent IT skills – competent user of MS Office and familiar with client management systems
• Highly organised and able to deliver multiple priorities through effective time management
• Confident and effective communicator with reporting and presenting skills (verbal and written) for a range of audiences
• Self-motivated with ability to work on own initiative
• Strong team player, able to work effectively with a diverse range of people
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to understand, analyse and use data to improve service provision
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Effective listener, socially perceptive and empathetic with an awareness and understanding of why people may act and react as they do
• Respectful of client confidentiality

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community. We reach out to those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of crisis and need we offer them vital practical advice, assistance and funding.

You will be the first point of contact for all Poppyscotland Welfare Services enquiries. You will be responsible for identifying priorities, judging the best avenues of support, signposting, making referrals and responding to enquiries in an accurate and timely manner. You will ensure internal databases are maintained and provide administrative support to the Welfare Services team.

Key Skills / Experience

• Relevant experience working in a similar role and/or good level of general education – National 5 Level or equivalent
• Experience of being the first point of contact for individuals who may be anxious or distressed with the ability to respond positively and cooperatively
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a diverse range of people.
• Excellent IT and administration skills – competent user of MS Office and familiar with client management systems
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage and prioritise a range of tasks to meet deadlines.
• Ability to deal with personal information in a confidential and sensitive manner
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records.
• Knowledge of GDPR and safeguarding policies and procedures would be an advantage
• Knowledge of the Armed Forces sector would be an advantage

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community which includes those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of crisis and need we offer them vital advice, assistance and funding.

You will work with the team of Regional Fundraisers with your main responsibility being to develop, implement and grow supporter-led fundraising across the West of Scotland. You will deliver regional fundraising activities, and recruit and support fundraising volunteers ensuring they have a great experience whilst fundraising for Poppyscotland. A critical part of this role is also to support our volunteer Scottish Poppy Appeal Area Organisers to maximise their local Poppy Appeal incomes.

This is a permanent post, working 35 hours a week, with occasional weekend and evening working to meet business needs. This role can be undertaken partly from home and partly from the Glasgow office. It includes access to a generous company pension, an employee assistance programme and great learning and development opportunities

Key Skills / Experience

• experience of delivering regional fundraising activities
• experience of recruiting, motivating, managing and developing volunteers undertaking fundraising activities
• experience of using fundraising databases and spreadsheets
• experience of managing projects within budget and deadline
• excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to represent the organisation effectively to a wide range of external stakeholders and supporters with a positive and co-operative attitude
• strong written communication skills with the ability to create innovative and persuasive presentations and proposals to a range of audiences
• a willingness to use initiative and take on responsibilities and challenges
• financial management skills including ability to budget forecast and report fundraising income and expenditure
• full, UK driving licence is essential
• knowledge of the local business and volunteering sector in the West of Scotland and the military is desirable

Poppyscotland is at the forefront of delivery of support to our Armed Forces community across Scotland. We reach out to those who have served, those still serving, and their families at times of crisis and need by offering vital, practical advice, assistance and funding.

Our work centres around six key areas: tailored support and funding, advice, employment, mobility, housing and mental health. While much of this work is delivered directly, collaboration with other specialist organisations for the benefit of Scotland's Armed Forces community is at the heart of Poppyscotland’s approach.

You will provide administrative support to the Regional Welfare Team to ensure that individuals within the Armed Forces community receive appropriate welfare support seamlessly taking a person-centered approach. This will include gathering, collating, and preparing required documentation from clients for grant applications; keeping clients and case managers up to date with developments on casework; ordering goods, creating purchase orders and processing invoices; and ensure all case working records are up to date and GDPR compliant. You will also be responsible for a level of client engagement which will include support with appointments and the provision of peer support sessions.

Key Skills & Experience

• Significant administrative experience
• experience of working in a customer focused environment
• excellent organisational and planning skills with experience of diary management or work scheduling for a busy service
• experience of working within a person-centered advice, social care, advocacy, or welfare services
• knowledge of the scope and provision of statutory welfare services
• knowledge and experience of Safeguarding.
• Ability to use Microsoft 365 products and Case / Management Information Systems
• good time management skills and calm under pressure
• effective interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders

Poppyscotland is at the forefront of delivery of support to our Armed Forces community across Scotland. We reach out to those who have served, those still serving, and their families at times of crisis and need by offering vital, practical advice, assistance and funding.

Our work centres around six key areas: tailored support and funding, advice, employment, mobility, housing and mental health. While much of this work is delivered directly, collaboration with other specialist organisations for the benefit of Scotland's Armed Forces community is at the heart of Poppyscotland’s approach.

You will ensure that individuals within the Armed Forces community receive appropriate and person-centered welfare support and advice in an integrated and seamless way. You will provide support and advocacy to vulnerable beneficiaries and or those identified as having multiple and complex needs, develop and manage individual Support Plans, and work in collaboration with partner organisations and a wide network of professionals, agencies and volunteers. You will be an autonomous practitioner responsible for your day-to-day practice and decisions.

This role may involve travel and a requirement to occasionally work outside office if necessary.

Key Skills & Experience

• Relevant experience working in a similar role
• A relevant qualification in substance misuse and addiction, mental health, housing and homelessness, criminal justice and offending is desirable but not essential.
• Proven experience of working in the Health and Social Care, Housing/Homeless Sector or employment sectors
• Knowledge of the benefits system, mental health, homelessness, offending and substance abuse issues and how to access services for clients
• Experience of advocating on behalf of clients
• Experience of partnership working and collaboration
• Ability to maintain accurate records, using Microsoft Office and client management systems
• Current Driving Licence
• Ability to work in isolation, think for yourself, manage a heavy workload and make informed and objective decisions
• Effective listener, socially perceptive and empathetic, with an awareness and understanding of why people may act and react as they do
• Confident and effective communicator with reporting and presenting skills (verbal and written) for a range of audiences

Poppyscotland is at the forefront of delivery of support to our Armed Forces community across Scotland. We reach out to those who have served, those still serving, and their families at times of crisis and need by offering vital, practical advice, assistance and funding.

Our work centres around six key areas: tailored support and funding, advice, employment, mobility, housing and mental health. While much of this work is delivered directly, collaboration with other specialist organisations for the benefit of Scotland's Armed Forces community is at the heart of Poppyscotland’s approach.

You will ensure that individuals within the Armed Forces community receive appropriate and person-centered welfare support and advice in an integrated and seamless way. You will provide support and advocacy to vulnerable beneficiaries and or those identified as having multiple and complex needs, develop and manage individual Support Plans, and work in collaboration with partner organisations and a wide network of professionals, agencies and volunteers. You will be an autonomous practitioner responsible for your day-to-day practice and decisions.

This role may involve travel and a requirement to occasionally work outside office if necessary.

Key Skills & Experience

• Relevant experience working in a similar role
• A relevant qualification in substance misuse and addiction, mental health, housing and homelessness, criminal justice and offending is desirable but not essential.
• Proven experience of working in the Health and Social Care, Housing/Homeless Sector or employment sectors
• Knowledge of the benefits system, mental health, homelessness, offending and substance abuse issues and how to access services for clients
• Experience of advocating on behalf of clients
• Experience of partnership working and collaboration
• Ability to maintain accurate records, using Microsoft Office and client management systems
• Current Driving Licence
• Ability to work in isolation, think for yourself, manage a heavy workload and make informed and objective decisions
• Effective listener, socially perceptive and empathetic, with an awareness and understanding of why people may act and react as they do
• Confident and effective communicator with reporting and presenting skills (verbal and written) for a range of audiences

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community which includes those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of need we offer vital, practical advice, assistance and funding. Most of our funding comes from donations to the Scottish Poppy Appeal, however, we also have active supporter-led, individual giving, events and corporate fundraising programmes.

We are looking for an experienced Events Fundraising Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to take the lead on developing our existing bespoke challenges and events. This role will be accountable for event coordination and management, working closely with external suppliers and internal stakeholders as well as supporter acquisition and stewardship. Working to ambitious income targets, the core focus will be on supporter retention and maximising income raised.

This is a hybrid role that can be worked flexibly from the Edinburgh office and home. It will occasionally involve unsociable hours and weekend working when delivering key events.

Key Skills / Experience

You should have proven experience of developing and managing high profile owned and 3rd party fundraising events with and without the use of contracted event organisers as well as having the following skills and experience:

• Experience of leading teams for large event
• Project management experience and experience of planning and logistical delivery of large-scale mass events
• Experience of seeking, securing and nurturing corporate sponsors/partners
• Experience of budget management, financial forecasting, working to KPI’s, reporting and evaluations
• Experience of completing Risk Assessments and knowledge of Health & Safety legislation
• Conversant with use of CRM database such as ThankQ in a charity setting
• Experience of the design and delivery of effective supporter engagement journeys to maximise retention and fundraising.
• Up to date knowledge of general fundraising developments, methodologies and approaches
• Flexible and adaptable, using initiative to meet deadlines and respond to changing situations
• Empathy with mission, objectives and values of Poppyscotland is desirable

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community which includes those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of crisis and need we offer them vital advice, assistance and funding.

You will work with the team of Regional Fundraisers with your main responsibility being to develop, implement and grow supporter-led fundraising across the North of Scotland. Ideally you will be based in Aberdeen or Inverness or within easy distance of both. You will deliver regional fundraising activities, and recruit and support fundraising volunteers ensuring they have a great experience whilst fundraising for Poppyscotland. A critical part of this role is also to support our volunteer Scottish Poppy Appeal Area Organisers to maximise their local Poppy Appeal incomes.

This is a permanent post, working 35 hours a week, with occasional weekend and evening working to meet business needs. This role includes access to a generous company pension, an employee assistance programme and great learning and development opportunities

Key Skills / Experience

• experience of delivering regional fundraising activities
• experience of recruiting, motivating, managing and developing volunteers undertaking fundraising activities
• experience of using fundraising databases and spreadsheets
• experience of managing projects within budget and deadline
• excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to represent the organisation effectively to a wide range of external stakeholders and supporters with a positive and co-operative attitude
• strong written communication skills with the ability to create innovative and persuasive presentations and proposals to a range of audiences
• a willingness to use initiative and take on responsibilities and challenges
• financial management skills including ability to budget forecast and report fundraising income and expenditure
• full, UK driving licence is essential
• knowledge of the local business and volunteering sector in the North of Scotland and the military is desirable

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community. We reach out to those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of crisis and need we offer them vital practical advice, assistance and funding.

We are seeking to recruit an administrator to provide excellent support and customer service to fundraising staff, volunteers and to the general public all year round in relation to the Poppy Appeal in the East of Scotland. This role is available on a hybrid basis, allowing you to split your time between office and home working if desired. The role will be mainly office based from September to January.

Main responsibilities

• Providing support and guidance to 250 Poppy Appeal Area Organisers (PAAO’s), 200 Regional Retail Outlets and Regional Fundraising staff ensuring all ordering and income processing procedures are followed
• Communicating with PAAOs and regional retail outlets, providing direction to meet critical deadlines (including cash deposits), following up those who have missed them and referring or escalating when required.
• Process finances including cash returns, cheques, and bank deposits. Reconciling PAAOs’ statements against their income and investigating any variances, updating the database, providing relevant financial reports to the Finance team, and producing and despatching donation receipt letters
• To raise purchase orders and receipt goods
• Ensure all Scottish Poppy Appeal activities collect and manage donor data in accordance with relevant legislation and Poppyscotland policies.
• To provide support at appropriate events

Skills &Experience

• Ideally with administrative experience in a customer focussed environment
• Basic understanding of financial/accounting principles
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook and Databases
• Strong team player able to work effectively with diverse range of colleagues and volunteers
• Flexible and adaptable to changing demands and variable workloads
• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Knowledge and experience of the charitable Sector/ fundraising and the Armed Forces is desirable but not essential

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community which includes those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of crisis and need we offer them vital advice, assistance and funding.

You will work with the team of Regional Fundraisers with your main responsibility being to develop, implement and grow supporter-led fundraising across the East of Scotland. You will recruit and support volunteers and ensure they have a great experience whilst fundraising for Poppyscotland. A critical part of this role is also to support our volunteer Poppy Appeal Area Organisers to maximise their local Poppy Appeal incomes.

Key Skills / Experience

• experience of delivering regional fundraising activities
• experience of recruiting, motivating, managing and developing volunteers undertaking fundraising activities
• experience of using fundraising databases and spreadsheets
• experience of managing projects within budget and deadline
• excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to represent the organisation effectively to a wide range of external stakeholders and supporters with a positive and co-operative attitude
• strong written communication skills with the ability to create innovative and persuasive presentations and proposals to a range of audiences
• a willingness to use initiative and take on responsibilities and challenges
• financial management skills including ability to budget forecast and report fundraising income and expenditure
• full, UK driving licence is essential
• knowledge of the local business and volunteering sector in the East of Scotland and the military is desirable

This is a permanent post, working 35 hours up to five days a week (flexible working pattern to meet business needs). The role forms part of the centrally based fundraising team in Edinburgh, it offers the opportunity for a mix of home & office working. Includes a generous company pension, an employee assistance programme and learning and development opportunities

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community. We reach out to those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of crisis and need we offer them vital practical advice, assistance and funding.

Key Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for securing significant income through Major Gifts, Charitable Grants, Trusts, Foundations and Non-statutory Funding Bodies, to fund general and specific projects. Researching and identifying appropriate funders, whose criteria match our needs, preparing cases for support and submitting compelling written bids and complex grant applications as appropriate and building positive ongoing relationships to maximize the possibility of repeat grants. You will work with colleagues to identify priority work and develop a strong ‘Case for support’ along with timescales and detailed budgets. You will be responsible for ensuring grants are received, payment schedules are adhered to and timely reporting is actioned in order to keep funders informed of our work.

• Research and identify sources of income from statutory sources, grant-making trusts, corporate trusts, individual trusts and other Major Gift prospects.
• Prepare, write and submit compelling grant applications to charitable trusts and foundations and major gift prospects.
• to research, develop and submit high quality funding applications to Trusts and Foundations in relation to the relevant projects.
• To undertake appropriate presentations and activities in relation to our Trusts and Foundations applications.
• Nurture good relationships with existing and prospective donors, and develop and deliver excellent stewardship programmes.
• To liaise with all relevant internal and external bodies including The Royal British Legion, Legion Scotland and The Lady Haig Poppy Factory in the development and delivery of special projects.
• Track and report back on income raised against clearly defined targets and deadlines.

Key Skills & Experience

• Experience of a similar role within a professional fundraising environment
• Knowledge and experience of grants and foundations fundraising, and statutory applications.
• Experience in marketing, sales or business development would be an advantage
• Strong written and communication skills with the ability to create innovative and persuasive presentations and proposals to a range of audiences
• Good research skills with the ability to spot an opportunity
• Ability to develop and nurture good relationships with existing and prospective donors
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Good financial and budget management skills

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community. We are best known for running the iconic Scottish Poppy Appeal. This, combined with our other year-round fundraising, enables us to provide tailored support and vital services in advice, employment, mobility, respite, housing and mental health support to thousands of ex-Servicemen and women and their families to the extent of approximately £3 million per year.

We are seeking to recruit a Finance Assistant whose primary responsibilities will be to ensuring the accurate and timely processing of all financial transactions for the Poppy Scotland Group. The role will initially be home based, whilst Covid restrictions still apply but the expectation is that it will be home/office based from September.

Key Responsibilities

· Preparation of cash and cheque banking using the Solchar scanning system

· Processing and allocating all income, receipts & payments in a timely manner

· Reconciliation of all bank accounts and control accounts

· Production and maintenance of weekly cashflow

· Preparation and set up of daily payments via the Ebis system

· Monitor and maintain all purchase invoices/credit notes to ensure these are correctly allocated and approved on the Ebis system and paid within the agreed supplier payment terms.

· Production of monthly supplier statement reconciliations

· Process sales ledger invoices where required.

· To liaise with customers to ensure prompt payment of invoices

· Processing payroll amendments and ensure information is communicated to HMRC & Pension provider

· Production of monthly payroll control account reconciliations.

Key Skills

· Accountancy qualification at HNC/HND level would be an advantage

· Experience of e-financial systems and processes

· Experience of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities

· Experience of managing ledgers, bank and other reconciliations

· Strong IT skills – competent user of MS Office, with a high level of proficiency in Excel

· Good Organisational skills and the ability to work accurately to deadlines

· Good communication skills, verbal and written

Poppyscotland is at the forefront of delivery of support to our Armed Forces community across Scotland. We reach out to those who have served, those still serving, and their families at times of crisis and need by offering vital, practical advice, assistance and funding.

Our work centres around seven key areas: tailored support and funding, advice, employment, mobility, respite, housing and mental health. While much of this work is delivered directly, collaboration with other specialist organisations for the benefit of Scotland's Armed Forces community is at the heart of Poppyscotland’s approach.

The Welfare Support Officer manages a caseload; providing support and advocacy to vulnerable beneficiaries and or those identified as having multiple and complex needs. The Welfare Support Officer will work with the individual to identify and prioritise needs and act as a point of contact for individuals whilst working in collaboration with partner organisations drawing on inputs from a wide network of professionals, agencies and volunteers.

The role is home based and normally involves regular travel across the region as outlined in the Job Description. Currently the work is being undertaken remotely with the use of technology rather than face to face. You may also have to work outside office hours as necessary.

Key Skills & Experience

• General health, social care employment and housing casework experience
• Experience of working in the Health and Social Care, Housing/Homeless sector
• Experience of advocating on behalf of clients and beneficiaries
• Knowledge of UK benefits system, statutory support and relevant legislation
• Knowledge of mental health, homelessness, offending and substance abuse issues and how to access services for clients
• Full clean Driving Licence is essential and own car is desirable
• A relevant qualification in substance misuse and addiction, mental health, housing and homelessness, criminal justice and offending is desirable but not essential
• PVG membership will be required

Poppyscotland is at the forefront of delivery of support to our Armed Forces community across Scotland. We reach out to those who have served, those still serving, and their families at times of crisis and need by offering vital, practical advice, assistance and funding.

Our work centres around seven key areas: tailored support and funding, advice, employment, mobility, respite, housing and mental health. While much of this work is delivered directly, collaboration with other specialist organisations for the benefit of Scotland's Armed Forces community is at the heart of Poppyscotland’s approach.

The Welfare Support Officer manages a caseload; providing support and advocacy to vulnerable beneficiaries and or those identified as having multiple and complex needs. The Welfare Support Officer will work with the individual to identify and prioritise needs and act as a point of contact for individuals whilst working in collaboration with partner organisations drawing on inputs from a wide network of professionals, agencies and volunteers.

The role is home based and normally involves regular travel across the region as outlined in the Job Description. Currently the work is being undertaken remotely with the use of technology rather than face to face. You may also have to work outside office hours as necessary.

Key Skills & Experience

• General health, social care employment and housing casework experience
• Experience of working in the Health and Social Care, Housing/Homeless sector
• Experience of advocating on behalf of clients and beneficiaries
• Knowledge of UK benefits system, statutory support and relevant legislation
• Knowledge of mental health, homelessness, offending and substance abuse issues and how to access services for clients
• Full clean Driving Licence is essential and own car is desirable
• A relevant qualification in substance misuse and addiction, mental health, housing and homelessness, criminal justice and offending is desirable but not essential
• PVG membership will be required