The role of Community Engagement Manager will be the driving force behind our community outreach strategy, utilising our volunteering and education programmes to expand our outreach into the wider community and support we provide for pet owners in crisis. They will be the face of the Home in the community, working with new and existing partners to support pets and their owners across the community.

They will direct our volunteering function to support this strategy as well as to support our core mission and functions. They will engage our education programme to continue to raise awareness on animal welfare issues but also support responsible pet ownership and give owners the tools to care for their pets in their own home.

The Home

Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home has been part of the fabric of our city since 1883, rescuing, rehoming and reuniting lost, stray and abandoned pets from all corners of Edinburgh and the Lothians.

The Home is a voice and a place of safety for dogs and cats in need. We provide love, care, rehabilitation and more often than not a forever home. But where there’s a pet in crisis, there’s a person in crisis and at the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home we look at the whole animal and their story. It is our wish to keep that dog or cat in a loving home – it is better for them, their owner and the wider community.

Our Community outreach strategy aims to identify methods of supporting pets and their owners, keeping pets in their homes where possible, and supporting recovery for a person in crisis by helping to look after their pet. This can be done by expanding our Paws Pantry pet foodbanks to provide food, educating and supporting pet owners to help them care for their pets and make good decisions around their care as well as establishing partnerships and working in collaboration with other charities and community groups.

The person

We are looking for someone who is passionate about tackling social vulnerabilities and has experience of similar community outreach projects, who is sensitive to the challenges those in the community face and with the ability to engage with and communicate with a variety of stakeholders.

For further information on the role please see the Job Description.

Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home is one of Scotland’s oldest and most loved animal welfare organisations. Established in 1883, every year we rescue, reunite and rehome hundreds of lost, stray and abandoned dogs and cats in Edinburgh, the Lothians and beyond.

We are looking for a Volunteer Coordinator that will be the driving force behind the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home’s volunteering activity, promoting innovative and effective volunteering initiatives which support the Home’s wider strategy.

The successful candidate will manage all aspects of the volunteer programme including recruitment, training and ongoing support and development across the organisation. To promote, coordinate and develop the Home’s volunteering programme which involves supporting a range of functions including fundraising events, business support and community engagement. As part of the Community team, the individual will be able to represent the organisation both internally and externally.

The successful candidate will have at least 2 years’ experience in a Volunteer Coordinator position. Will be someone that has strong communication skills, ability to effectively plan and organise own work load and coordinate other resource to meet deadlines. Excellent team working skills with an enthusiastic and positive approach to overcoming challenges and getting others involved in the volunteer programme. A high degree of personal motivation and a willingness to learn new skills, taking on challenges and undertake relevant training is essential.

Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home is one of Scotland’s oldest and most loved animal welfare organisations. Established in 1883, every year we rescue, reunite, and rehome hundreds of lost, stray, and abandoned dogs and cats in Edinburgh, the Lothians and beyond.

The Education Officer is a pivotal role within the Community Engagement team and will be a key player in the delivery of the Home’s community outreach strategy supporting pets and their owners through education to keeping pets in their homes.

Building on the successes of our education service, Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home is looking for an exceptional Education Officer to drive and develop the programme further as part of our community engagement plan. In the role you will create interactive and engaging educational workshops, liaise with partner organisations and schools, support pet owners through education and lead on educational campaigns.

An excellent communicator, you will have the ability to communicate at all levels as well as deliver educational content in a fun and engaging manner whilst delivering key messages about animal welfare and responsible pet ownership.

We are delighted to be recruiting for the brand-new role of Marketing and Communications Manager into the award-winning Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home communications team.

As we enter our new five-year strategy, we are looking for an experienced communications professional to lead on our PR, campaigns and marketing activity, leading a small team to drive ambitious plans.

With strong all-round communication and writing skills you will grow our media presence, lead on compelling operational and outreach campaigns, support our advocacy and public affairs work, whilst overseeing the marketing activity for the Home.

If you like an energetic, dynamic and supportive working environment, engaging a range of people with animal welfare, this could be the role for you!

Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home has been supporting pets and their owners throughout east and central Scotland since 1883. We need to raise £2million every year and to do so, need to attract new supporters to continue to develop and allow us to support every pet and person in need.

Over the last five years we have been developing our regular giving fundraising programme and are excited to be recruiting an in house face-to-face fundraising team to further develop this income.

We are currently recruiting for 2 x Face-To-Face Fundraising team members to join our Fundraising and Communications department and help to build this vital source of income.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has exceptional communication skills, thrives in team settings and has a passion for people and animals.

We are delighted to be recruiting for the role of Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager in the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home fundraising team.

We are looking for an experienced and tenacious fundraising professional to lead on income generation from corporates, major donors and charitable trusts, whilst providing leadership and oversight of the Home’s fundraising events and community fundraising activity.

Using your knowledge of the corporate fundraising sector you will develop a pipeline of prospect support and deliver on imaginative and engaging partnerships to secure income for the Home.

With strong all-round communication and writing skills you will develop and deliver presentations, write solid cases for support and applications. Using your relationship management skills, you will bring corporate partners, individual donors and charitable trusts on a memorable supporter journey to ensure future support.

In addition, you will line manage the development team to support the delivery of a calendar of exciting corporate and community fundraising events and oversee fundraising engagement with local communities, groups and schools.

We are delighted to be recruiting for the role of Community Programme Manager in the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home.

You will be responsible for overseeing the planning and delivery of our community outreach programmes which aim to support owners to keep pets in loving homes through both preventative and reactive responses. This is a key role within our Community team, managing our Education Officer and Volunteer Coordinator to use education as a tool to support pet owners and utilise the power of volunteering in the community and across the Home.

At Edinburgh Dog & Cat Home, love has no limits. We take a big picture view of what is best for dogs and cats; and a tireless, long-term approach to their care. Our mission is to protect loving homes, find loving homes and run a loving Home.

We are delighted to be recruiting for the role of Marketing and Communications Manager in the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home communications team.

Reporting to the Director of Income and Engagement, you will be responsible for all marketing and communications throughout the Home. This will include creating and executing internal and external marketing and communications strategies, overseeing our website and rehoming app and responsibility for all social media activity in relation to the home’s operations and outreach. You will also oversee the Home’s digital marketing, advertising, and engagement as well as our brand, messaging, campaigns, and promotions.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has experience in a similar role, is able to demonstrate a hands-on and proactive approach and has exceptional oral and written communication skills. You will work well in a team setting, have strong leadership and project management skills and the ability to develop and motivate a small team. Knowledge of digital communications and digital engagement platforms is essential.

At Edinburgh Dog & Cat Home, love has no limits. We take a big picture view of what is best for dogs and cats; and a tireless, long-term approach to their care. Our mission is to protect loving homes, find loving homes and run a loving Home.

We are delighted to be recruiting for the role of Marketing Officer in the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home communications team.

You will work with the Marketing and Communication Manager on the roll out of a marketing and communications strategy to position the charity as the key animal welfare organisation in East and Central Scotland. You will develop the Home’s marketing collateral, bringing our strategy to life and ensuring consistent brand and approach. You will also lead on copywriting for key publications and work with relevant teams across the Home to create valuable and relevant content to attract and retain supporters and prospects.

You will have a marketing qualification or relevant experience in a similar role. You will be experienced in executing a marketing strategy, have excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to demonstrate a hands-on and proactive approach.

If you thrive in a team environment, enjoy an energetic, dynamic, and supportive working environment and have empathy for animal welfare and tackling pet poverty this could be the role for you!

Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home is seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Senior Individual Giving Officer to join our Fundraising team. In this exciting role, you will work with the wider fundraising and communications team to optimise giving from potential and current individual supporters. Reporting to the Legacy & Individual Giving Manager, you will be responsible for driving income through our digital platforms, running campaigns and events, and leading on the growth of the Home’s individual giving programmes.

We are looking for someone who is forward thinking, understands the digital marketing landscape, has knowledge of traditional marketing techniques and a hands-on approach with a good understanding of data and insights. Applicants should have a passion for fundraising, marketing and first class supporter experience.

You will be working for an award-winning organisation with a passion for animal welfare and a focus on staff wellbeing and development. We offer flexible, hybrid working within a friendly and supportive environment and the perks of cuddles with office dogs!

If you have any questions or would like an informal chat about this role, please contact Ella Wilson, Legacy & Individual Giving Manager on ella@edch.org.uk.

At Edinburgh Dog & Cat Home, love has no limits. We take a big picture view of what is best for dogs and cats; and a tireless, long-term approach to their care. Our mission is to protect loving homes, find loving homes and run a loving Home.

We are delighted to be recruiting for the role of Digital Fundraiser in the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home fundraising team.

You will work with the Cryptocurrency and Digital Fundraising Manager and the Director of Income and Engagement by supporting the development and delivery of the Home’s digital fundraising strategy and making recommendations as appropriate.

As a digital fundraiser, you’ll lead our mass participation Facebook fundraising challenges, drive recruitment for in-person fundraising events such as Kiltwalks and marathons, and support participant fundraising activities. Additionally, you’ll manage e-commerce initiatives such as developing an online shop and the role will also oversee online advertising on behalf of fundraising colleagues within the department.

You will have a digital marketing or fundraising qualification or relevant experience in a similar role. You will be experienced in using social media and other digital channels to generate fundraising income, have excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to demonstrate a hands-on and proactive approach.

If you thrive in a team environment, enjoy an energetic, dynamic, and supportive working environment and have empathy for animal welfare and tackling pet poverty this could be the role for you!

At Edinburgh Dog & Cat Home, love has no limits. We take a big picture view of what is best for dogs and cats; and a tireless, long-term approach to their care. Our mission is to protect loving homes, find loving homes and run a loving Home.

We are delighted to be recruiting for the role of Supporter Engagement Officer in the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home communications team.

In this exciting role, you will be responsible for generating income for the Home through supporting with the running of Individual Giving income streams. You will work with the Senior Individual Giving Officer and Legacy & Individual Giving Manager to promote all income streams through excellent stewardship, campaigns, appeals and general marketing activities. A key part of this will be engaging with and stewarding supporters through telephone campaigns and by building and maintaining a great supporter journey. Aiding the retention and recruitment of supporters to the Home.

We are looking for someone who has experience in a telephone fundraising and/or marketing environment, as well as experience of donor or customer stewardship and engagement. You will have excellent communication skills both written and verbal, good research skills and be able to build and maintain strong relationships.

You will be working for an award-winning organisation with a passion for animal welfare and a focus on staff wellbeing and development. We offer flexible, hybrid working within a friendly and supportive environment and the perks of cuddles with office dogs!

If you thrive in a team environment, enjoy an energetic, dynamic, and supportive working environment and have empathy for animal welfare and tackling pet poverty this could be the role for you!