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Ypeople has been at the forefront of supporting marginalised people and communities since 1824, working alongside children, young people, adults and families across Scotland to further our mission of supporting positive change in people’s lives.

As an organisation, Ypeople is going through an exciting time in our continuing evolution. Our new CEO joined us in January and we are currently developing a new strategic plan, which will lead the organisation into its bicentennial year. To support us on this journey we are looking to recruit into the newly created and business critical role of Head of Communications.

Providing strategic direction to raise the profile and promote the work of Ypeople you will lead, direct and implement proactive communications and marketing strategies ensuring Ypeople, its mission, vision, values and services are consistently presented with a strong positive image to relevant stakeholders. Improving future marketing strategies through the ongoing monitoring and measurement of the effectiveness of all communication activities the successful candidate, as a key member of the Leadership team, will also directly contribute to the development and delivery of Ypeople’s organisational strategy.

A highly visible leader and continuous promoter of Ypeople values, you will bring a proven track record in developing and delivering effective communication campaigns, across a range of both traditional and digital platforms, and raising awareness of an organisation’s public profile. An accomplished communicator the successful candidate will have instant credibility when engaging with both internal and external stakeholders.

SIS Ventures (SISV) is key to our strategic ambition and this role is an exciting opportunity to play an important part in the growth and development of the whole organisation via the leadership and development of a distinct brand and operational unit supporting the growth of mission driven businesses in Scotland. This is a new role that will form part of our leadership team.

The Head of SIS Ventures, as a member of the SIS leadership team, will also play a key role in the growth and development of one of the UK’s largest social investment intermediaries.

Responsibilities of the Head of SIS Ventures include:

• Providing strategic and operational leadership for SIS Ventures, in partnership with the SIS CEO and other members of the leadership team.
• Taking on the lead role for relationships with the SIS Ventures board, taking control of board reporting and becoming the key point of contact for the SIS Ventures Chair.
• Becoming a recognised leader of the mission driven investment sector in Scotland.
• Working alongside the SIS V Fund Manager and the Head of Finance to manage relationships with existing SIS V investors.

Do you want to work for an organisation that believes that prevention is fundamental to addressing the mental health crisis? If so, the Mental Health Foundation is recruiting for a Senior Research Officer post to join our new Evidence and Impact team for Scotland and Northern Ireland.

You will work on strategically important reviews and studies to help us deliver our 5-year strategy for prevention. As a senior researcher, you will work flexibly with colleagues in research, public policy and programmes and with external partners including universities, government and community organisations.

The Mental Health Foundation is a financially strong and expanding organisation. Our vision is good mental health for all, and prevention is at the heart of what we do. We place particular focus upon those who have greatest need. We use our knowledge, informed by rigorous research, to inform and work with policymakers, practitioners, communities, companies, and the media. We have pioneered change for 70 years and are not afraid to challenge the status quo. Come join us!

This exciting and senior new research post is based in Glasgow and will be joining our new Evidence and Impact Department for Scotland and Northern Ireland. Reporting to the Head of Evidence and Impact and working closely with the Senior Team, you will work collaboratively with a range of partners to ensure that evidence and best practice informs our programmes, policy and campaigns.

Do you want to work for an organisation that believes that prevention is fundamental to addressing the mental health crisis? If so, the Mental Health Foundation is recruiting for a Senior Research Officer post to lead our Thriving Learners study.

This new research study into student mental health in Scotland aims to better understand the landscape of provision, ‘what works’ for promoting wellbeing, and what students want to enhance and promote their wellbeing. This is a mixed methods study which will include a large-scale survey, qualitative interviews and participatory approaches including the development of a Learner Advisory Panel. It is being delivered in partnership with Universities Scotland with funding from the Robertson Trust.

The Mental Health Foundation is a financially strong and expanding organisation. Our vision is good mental health for all, and prevention is at the heart of what we do. We place particular focus upon those who have greatest need. We use our knowledge, informed by rigorous research, to inform and work with policymakers, practitioners, communities, companies, and the media. We have pioneered change for 70 years and are not afraid to challenge the status quo. Come join us!

This exciting and senior new research post is based in Glasgow and will take forward this exciting new study. Reporting to the Head of Evidence and Impact and working closely with the Associate Director, you will work collaboratively with a range of partners to ensure the successful delivery of this ground breaking study.

Would you like to work for an organisation that believes prevention is fundamental to addressing the mental health crisis? If so, the Mental Health Foundation is recruiting for a Programme Manager post to lead our children, families and young people’s programmes in Scotland.

The Mental Health Foundation is a financially strong and expanding organisation. Our vision is good mental health for all, and prevention is at the heart of what we do. We place particular focus upon those who have greatest need. We use our knowledge, informed by rigorous research, to inform and work with policymakers, practitioners, communities, companies, and the media. We have pioneered change for 70 years and are not afraid to challenge the status quo. Come join us!

This is exciting and senior new post is based in Glasgow and will play a key role in developing and leading our programmes in Scotland. Reporting to the Associate Director and working closely with the Senior Team, you will manage a dynamic team of people who are delivering a range of programmes. A key responsibility of the role is to work with staff to develop existing programmes, with a focus on sustainability and scale, and identify opportunities for new programme areas.

Would you like to work for an organisation that believes prevention is fundamental to addressing the mental health crisis? If so, the Mental Health Foundation is recruiting for a Programme Manager post to lead our adult focused programmes in Scotland.

The Mental Health Foundation is a financially strong and expanding organisation. Our vision is good mental health for all, and prevention is at the heart of what we do. We place particular focus upon those who have greatest need. We use our knowledge, informed by rigorous research, to inform and work with policymakers, practitioners, communities, companies, and the media. We have pioneered change for 70 years and are not afraid to challenge the status quo. Come join us!

This is exciting and senior new post is based in Glasgow and will play a key role in developing and leading our programmes in Scotland. Reporting to the Associate Director and working closely with the Senior Team, you will manage a dynamic team of people who are delivering a range of programmes. A key responsibility of the role is to work with staff to develop existing programmes, with a focus on sustainability and scale, and identify opportunities for new programme areas.

Would you like to work for an organisation that believes prevention is fundamental to addressing the mental health crisis? If so, the Mental Health Foundation is recruiting for a Head of Evidence and Impact (Scotland and Northern Ireland).

The Mental Health Foundation is a financially strong and expanding organisation. Our vision is good mental health for all, and prevention is at the heart of what we do. We place particular focus upon those who have greatest need. We use our knowledge, informed by rigorous research, to inform and work with policymakers, practitioners, communities, companies, and the media. We have pioneered change for 70 years and are not afraid to challenge the status quo. Come join us!

This exciting, senior post is based in Glasgow and will play a leadership role for research, policy and strategy development for the Scotland and Northern Ireland. Reporting to the Director and working closely with the Associate Director, you will manage a small, new research and policy team. One of your responsibilities will be to drive forward the Foundation’s reputation as the leading research and policy charity in our field. You will also be the lead contact for university partners, develop and manage research proposals, and oversee our policy and public affairs programme.

Do you want to work for an organisation at the heart of improving Scotland’s mental health and at the forefront of addressing the mental health consequences of the coronavirus pandemic? If so, the Mental Health Foundation is recruiting for a Communications and Marketing Manager (Scotland and Northern Ireland).

The Mental Health Foundation is a financially strong and expanding organisation. Our vision is good mental health for all, and prevention is at the heart of what we do. We place particular focus upon those who have greatest need. We use our knowledge, informed by rigorous research, to inform and work with policymakers, practitioners, communities, companies, and the media. We have pioneered change for 70 years and are not afraid to challenge the status quo. Come join us!

This post is crucial to our plans for the next five years. Our profile as a charity in Scotland is growing. Every year we run Mental Health Awareness Week and host the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival – two major highlights in a busy calendar of activities. It will be your job to make sure that growth continues as we position ourselves as Scotland’s leading public health charity working in mental health. You will join a growing Communications and Fundraising Team in Scotland, to manage all aspects of media, brand and digital communications. You will work closely with colleagues across the UK, and also support the development our work in Northern Ireland.

Garvald West Linton is the provider of Residential and Day Care services for adults with learning difficulties, situated 20 miles south of Edinburgh in beautiful countryside surroundings. Currently we have a new vacancy for a Deputy CEO post to start with us as soon as possible.

Main Purpose of Role

To work closely with the CEO to lead Garvald West Linton and ensure the organisation is developed and managed in accordance with its mission, values and strategic objectives.

Primarily to take responsibility for the delivery and management of Garvald West Linton’s residential service ensuring it functions at the highest standard in line with current regulations and delivering the expected level of service to all residents, which is responsive to their changing needs. Currently we are in the process of looking to develop further options within our residential services to meet higher levels of support needs for individuals accessing our service. There is the requirement to be registered with the Care Inspectorate as the Registered Manager of the service.

To work closely with the Day Care Manager, HR Manager and Finance Manager along with House Managers. Also with the Board, Trustees and external Stakeholders. Overall to develop an understanding at an operational level of Garvald to work closely with the CEO to ensure financial viability of the organisation of the organisation and new programmes with a view of securing long-term sustainability.

Key Priorities

• to provide leadership and support for the House Managers ensuring that GWL meets relevant service standards in the delivery of care to residents.
• to have an overview of GWL’s residential provision and ensuring that it meets the needs of the residents and maintains a social therapeutic setting.
• to interface and work constructively with the Care Inspectorate and other external bodies ensuring that GWL’s relationships continue to benefit the organisation, the residents and the wider community
• to understand and work within the principles of social therapy and to support the cultural life of GWL in the celebration of cultural events

Qualifications

Educated to degree level or equivalent together with a demonstrable commitment to anthroposophical principles and the principles of Rudolph Steiner. Relevant management qualification (for example MBA or a minimum of Level 5 SVQ Diploma in Management and Leadership or equivalent). Ideally, qualifications that meet the SSSC requirements for a Manager.

Knowledge and Experience

• Substantial experience of effective senior leadership position within a relevant social care organisation, preferably within a like- minded organisation.
• Experience of income generation and working successfully with funding bodies.
• Experience of working with and influencing key decision makers.
• Experience of the governance processes for third sector care organisations.

Skills and Abilities

• Strategic thinker, planning and implementation skills
• Great relationship management skills with the ability to create and maintain positive relationships with staff and a wide range of stakeholders.
• Effective team building and organisational development skills.
• Delegation skills – being able to use people and other resources available through effective allocation of decision-making authority and responsibility.
• Good working knowledge of social care sector.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills including report writing and presentations delivered both internally and externally

Benefits include

• Salary £38,000 – £40,000 per annum based on 40 hours per week
• Holiday entitlement will be 6 working weeks in first year of employment, rising to 7 working weeks in second and subsequent years.
• A non-contributory Group Life Assurance Scheme is offered to all staff on commencement of employment. The level of cover is four times annual salary.
• Automatic enrolment in the Pension scheme for qualifying staff in which both parties will contribute.
• We offer a comprehensive Employee Wellbeing Programme (EWP) by Health Assured. The EWP is an integrated online and offline personal support programme that gives all our contracted employees access to a range of specialist support and information.

Are you creative and passionate about communicating a message that gives hope and makes a

positive difference to millions of people around the world?

Thanks to the commitment and generosity of our supporters, the Scottish Bible Society is a charity

that helps people in over 200 countries and territories around the world to receive Bibles in a

language they understand and a format they can use. We are involved in transformative projects

that include teaching people how to read using the Bible, contributing to education programmes for

children and much more!

We have an exciting opportunity for a creative and strategic leader who excels in a senior

management position and as part of a senior leadership team. You will be someone with

communications, marketing and PR experience that can raise the profile of the SBS brand, engage

audiences to respond by supporting the SBS mission, and motivate a staff team to deliver the

organisational objectives. You will have experience of managing campaigns that help meet

fundraising targets for a charitable organisation, or a background in campaign management that

drives sales for a commercial organisation.

The role reports to the Chief Executive. You will be articulate, have strong influencing skills and

proven stakeholder management skills to work with all levels of staff in the organisation, our board

of directors, and external partners. This is a senior role in an organisation with a strong Christian

ethos, therefore there is an occupational requirement that the post holder is a practising Christian.

• Full-time role based at Bible House, Edinburgh near Haymarket train station.
• Out of normal business hours or occasional weekend work may be required, with time off in lieu in return.
• Some UK and overseas travel from time-to-time may be required, with time off in lieu in return.