We believe in a world where every child has equal access to safe surgery

That doesn’t seem like such a big ask. Every child has a right to life and that shouldn’t be taken away by an injury or illness that can be easily fixed. Children who battle cancer and undergo chemotherapy shouldn’t get to the end of that process only to be denied the surgery that will offer them the chance of survival. Children who break an arm or a leg shouldn’t live the rest of their lives in disability.

Babies who need simple procedures in the first hours of life shouldn’t be left to die, and children born with urological conditions shouldn’t be denied an education because they can’t access the simple operation they need.

Our vision is for a world where every child is treated equally

Our mission is to support local doctors, through the provision of training and infrastructure, to ensure they can use their incredible talents to care for their nation’s children. The number of children we need to reach is overwhelming. They urgently need our help.

About the Role

Kids Operating Room is at an exciting time as we invest in our Communications team to raise awareness of our work for children. This new role is a critical role within our ambitious plans. This role is responsible for initiating and driving forward our communications strategy to raise awareness of the need for global surgery for children and the profile of KidsOR.

This is a unique opportunity to join one of the UK’s fastest growing charities and help shape the direction of its communications. The role will focus on delivering the digital strategy, producing robust content and to increase engagement through social media platforms and our website. You will be at the heart of helping to build Kids OR’s online presence to drive our fundraising and advocacy activities.

Leading our PR, building and boosting our brand, and developing marketing materials you will maximise opportunities to increase KidsOR’s profile and reach.

Working across our organisation, liaising with global partners you will effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders and audiences.

About You

An ambitious and dynamic communicator, you will have proven experience of bringing ideas, energy and skills to deliver impactful communications campaigns. You will be adept at ensuring organisational messages are communicated in a clear, consistent and credible way. To be successful in this role you will be:

• Experienced in developing and executing communications strategies to build brand, profile and awareness
• A skilled leader who can motivate a small team to develop and deliver public facing communications campaigns
• An effective project manager used to overseeing multiple stakeholder relationships
• An exceptional content creator, able to transform complex project information into compelling stories and content for a range of audiences

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Planning and management

• Develop and deliver communications plans that will drive forward KidsOR organisational objectives and raise awareness of both the need for global surgery for children and KidsOR’s work to meet that need
• Plan and execute digital communications campaigns which dovetail with offline communications to create a multi-channel experience to grow audiences and traffic, including the development of, and monitoring against KPIs
• Lead communications with KidsOR partners and other organisations
• Manage agency partners, freelancers and suppliers including writing content briefs, issuing contracts, and managing outputs
• Manage the communications budget

Digital

• Devise focused digital strategies (website, social media and newsletters), with a strong focus on content to ensure all communications are on brand, user friendly and grow audiences.
• Undertake continual analysis and testing of digital platform campaigns to inform future segmentation and retargeting campaigns
• Lead content creation, editing and updating of our website to ensure its ongoing functionality, stability and performance
• Understand and optimise user-journeys, experience and behaviours including utilising SEO, digital engagement and web analytics to support the effective delivery of communications campaigns
• Monitor the sector for latest developments and trends to ensure that KidsOR explores the adoption of technology for new sources of revenue, donor acquisition, prospecting and ways to improve the donor experience

PR and Media

• Increase the organisation’s profile across media, and with influencers and organisations, and develop relationships with target media representatives
• Lead for issuing press releases and managing relationships with press and press agency
• Respond to requests from the media for comments, views and supporting information and maximise opportunities for further engagement on relevant topics

Brand and identity

• Lead on organisational brand and key messages, including creating and maintaining appropriate and consistent tone, that is channel appropriate
• Devise a suite of organisational publications, literature, and marketing materials to raise awareness of KidsOR and to advocate for the need for global children’s surgery
• Identify issues that could potentially damage KidsOR’s reputation and recommend actions to mitigate this risk
• Plan and deliver internal communications to ensure our colleagues are connected across the organisation and briefed on key communications priorities

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience of developing and executing a multi-channel communications plans
• Experience of developing and delivering effective PR campaigns
• Experience of delivering data-driven digital campaigns based around audience as well as setting campaign KPIs and tracking digital activity
• Experience of cross-team working to develop engaging communications content

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent communication skills; creating compelling and persuasive content for a range of audiences
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong working relationships
• Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to work to tight deadlines
• IT skills, including skilled in working with Content Management Systems (CMS)
• Good understanding of SEO and Google Analytics to create insightful reports

Personal Qualities

• Positive attitude of perseverance and innovation
• Professional and friendly approach
• Proactive with drive and enthusiasm to carry out projects to conclusion
• Flexible and adaptable to the needs of the role
• Proactive in learning new technology and tools

Established in 1978, Who Cares? Scotland is the national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced children, young people and adults and has the bold and ambitious vision for a lifetime of equality, respect and love for Care Experienced people

To realise this ambition and ensure we continue to support and enable Care Experienced people to use their collective voice and experience to influence both systemic and cultural change, we are looking for a solutions and collaborative leader to become our new Director of Engagement and Influence

Working as part of the Senior Management Team the postholder will lead on membership engagement and local/national influencing based on the views of our members. This will ensure Who Cares? Scotland continues to influence and transform the legal, policy, practice and cultural contexts on which our members are dependent.

Developing, implementing and delivering a creative engagement and influencing strategy that enables and empowers more Care Experienced people to share their experience and views you will build and maintain effective networks and relationships, at both a local and national level and ensure Who Cares? Scotland continues to play a leading role in developing and shaping policy and ultimately secure better outcomes for Care Experienced people. As a key ambassador for the organisation, our new Director of Engagement & Influence will promote and enhance the positive profile of Who Cares? Scotland and ensure recognition of its impact and ongoing influence on the conversation on care across Scotland.

Operating at senior management level and with relevant experience of engaging and influencing in a complex political environment, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate their energy, drive and enthusiasm for the role and a commitment to Who Cares? Scotland’s vision for a lifetime of equality, respect and love for Care Experienced people

As we move towards the launch of our new strategic plan, this is a tremendous time to join Who Cares? Scotland.

At this exciting time in our work, we are seeking to recruit a Public Appointments Officer (PAO) specialising in Training and Communications.

Our statutory role involves ensuring that the appointments (recruitment) process to select board members to sit on public body boards is fair and transparent. We do this by promoting good practice and providing guidance to the recruitment panels as well as auditing recruitment processes. We have recently published a revised Code of Practice which the Scottish Ministers must follow when making these appointments and are also intending to refresh our diversity strategy to support the good practice which is outlined in the Code of Practice. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to support and contribute to both of these exciting pieces of work.

The main purpose of the PAO(T&C) is to provide operational and administrative support to the Public Appointments Manager in ensuring that the Commissioner’s statutory functions in respect of Public Appointments are achieved. Although the role has specific responsibilities and skills to contribute, with working in a small office environment this will include providing cover and being sufficiently flexible to undertake any tasks as required to support the work of the office and the achievement of its statutory functions.

The PAO will be expected to be able to provide advice on recruitment practices and processes, diversity and inclusion and compliance against a Code of Practice to a range of stakeholders. Excellent communications and influencing skills will be required to deal with the range and diversity of people who contact the office and an early and effective contribution to the role will be necessary. They will also be able to run effective training courses and review the content of proposed training to assess for suitability. They will also be involved in a range of quantitative and qualitative research in support of Code compliance, improving practice and diversity.

The successful applicant will have sound knowledge of recruitment and selection processes and practices (ideally through attainment of a post graduate CIPD qualification), diversity and inclusion, and be able to advise on regulations and laws, as well as having excellent communication and ICT skills. They will also share our values which are that we act ethically and with empathy and we value people.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ALTHOUGH WE ARE SEEKING A STRONG SKILLSET, WE DON’T CONSIDER PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE TO BE A NECESSITY IF AN APPLICANT HOLDS A RELEVANT DEGREE. THIS POSITION MAY THEREFORE BE SUITABLE FOR A RECENT GRADUATE.

Our work makes a significant contribution to public life in Scotland by providing a level of assurance that those applying for public appointments do so within a process which is fair and transparent and open to all who wish to apply. Our public appointments team play a key role in this so if you are motivated to contribute to society in this way, we’d love to hear from you.

The post is full time, pensionable and based at our offices in Edinburgh, which are currently operating remotely. We offer a flexitime scheme and the opportunity for remote working. We also offer entry to the Civil Service Pension Scheme and a generous annual leave allowance equivalent to 25 days + 11.5 public holidays. Some occasional travel may be involved in connection with meetings or awareness raising events.

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to equality and diversity and would welcome applications from people from all walks of life. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently under-represented in the office such as disabled people, men and people from an LGBTQI background.

Sight Scotland and Sight Veterans are relatively new brands, with the sister charities changing their names in October 2020. We have an ambition to reach everyone with sight loss across Scotland. We are seeking a creative Marketing Manager to design and lead marketing campaigns to promote our brand and attract new service users to the organisation. This is a varied role spanning across all marketing channels, ranging from TV, radio and outdoor advertising to digital channels and printed collateral.

Key duties include:

• Plan and commission marketing and advertising campaigns, liaise with media buyer and design agencies, analyse and report on outcomes
• Champion the brand
• Commission, plan and deliver market research and analysis
• Lead on customer service delivery and standards
• Plan and ensure delivery of marketing and communications collateral
• Oversee the development of the website and liaise with web developer
• Line manage marketing communications staff
• Identify and target stakeholders with appropriate materials and messaging
• Lead on the organisation of high level events, including official openings, open days, visits by politicians and other dignitaries

To do this role, you will have:

Professional experience of:

• Working in a marketing role at a senior officer or manager level
• Developing and implementing successful customer acquisition marketing campaigns online and offline
• Producing marketing collateral
• Working with external agencies to deliver marketing activities and campaigns
• Project management and effective planning and evaluation
• Event management
• Managing websites
• Brand management

Knowledge of:

• Marketing campaign planning and analysis
• How data protection legislation impacts on marketing
• Digital marketing techniques
• Data analysis skills
• Customer service

Skills:

• Excellent grammar and a high level of written communication skills
• Ability and confidence to deliver face to face presentations
• Relationship building, both with internal and external stakeholders, including at senior level
• Team working and interpersonal skills

What we can offer you:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Generous pension scheme
• Access to learning and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• And many more, please visit our website for more information

The Chief executive officer is accountable to the Board of Trustees of Pollok United SCIO and the Directors of Nethercraigs Community Interest Company; For the management and development of the organisation’s work and for representing the organisation to the public and key stakeholders.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a global environmental organisation and work on a variety of complex issues to save our planet. Join us as Head of Communications & Fundraising for WWF Scotland and work to maintain our reputation, raise funds and ensure we meet organisational objectives. You will play a vital role in ensuring our work is communicated in a manner which is clear, consistent, and credible.

A key member of senior management team, you will lead the delivery of communications and fundraising strategies in Scotland. You will collaborate with senior colleagues and provide advice and strategic decision-making affecting communications and fundraising initiatives. You will motivate a small team to develop and deliver our communications and fundraising work as well as take the lead in designing and implementing public-facing campaigns in Scotland. We will look to you to build our visibility in Scotland with key audiences, ensuring we influence and engage with journalists as well as inspire supporters, the wider public and other NGOs. You will also act as our brand champion and take responsibility for developing strong working relationships with funders, businesses, and NGOs to help deliver WWF’s objectives.

You must have a proven track record of developing and delivering communications and/or advocacy campaigns. This will have given you hands-on expertise in using online, digital, and social media tools for engaging, mobilising, influencing key audiences. You will have a sound knowledge and understanding of news media and politics, particularly in Scotland. You will also have been involved in fundraising, particularly from corporate, statutory, and other organisational sources.

An effective project manager you will be used to overseeing multiple stakeholder relationships and building high performing teams. You will also possess excellent communication, interpersonal and brand management skills. Critically you will be hands-on and capable of producing well designed content.

If you have the ideas, energy, and skills to help us tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our website via the link, complete the online registration and submit a copy of your up-to-date CV with the Supporting Statement highlighting what makes you a good fit for us.

The Association for the Protection of Rural Scotland (APRS) is the charity which promotes the care of all of Scotland’s rural landscapes. APRS is a registered charity, No SC016139. Further information about the work of APRS is at aprs.scot.

Our current Director John Mayhew retires at the end of 2022, so we plan to appoint a new Director by August to allow sufficient time for a handover period, probably during November. This will be an exciting time to lead this dynamic organisation, as there is great potential both to build on its recent successes and to grasp new opportunities.

Role

The Director leads and manages all aspects of the work of APRS on behalf of its Executive Committee. Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the development and delivery of the APRS business strategy, including developing and raising funds for new projects and managing existing projects and core activities
• Influence key public sector decision-makers and partners through policy development and advocacy with respect to Scotland’s rural landscapes
• Lead, manage and develop a small team of staff and volunteers
• Manage the charity’s governance, budget and resources
• Respond to requests for advice from APRS members and others on protecting their local landscapes through the planning system and other means

The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding and experience of Scotland’s political, landscape and planning systems. Chartered Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute is highly desirable; a background in communications, landscape architecture or public affairs is also advantageous. They will have experience of working with politicians and senior government officials to achieve positive policy change, of developing and delivering successful projects and of managing small staff teams. Candidates should display a high level of communications and presentation skills, and a proven ability to deal diplomatically with strongly held opposing views.

Utheo Limited is committed to the ongoing development of its services and addressing the identified needs of the community and seeks to appoint a Manager.

UTHEO is a non-profit organisation that provides a range of services within our busy neighbourhood centre in Bellshill.

This role is the most senior position in the organisation, working closely and collaboratively with the Board of Directors. We’re looking for someone whose values and ethos align with those of Utheo’s; someone who is inspiring and engaging; focused and passionate about the work of the community. You’ll bring out the best in people; be clear about the vision, focus and purpose of the organisation and what it takes to secure its longevity. You’ll be resilient and adaptable with a track record in organisational development, managing people, budgets and change.

This role is responsible for managing the independent and charitable Orbiston Neighbourhood Centre, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the organisation, the centre and the strategic planning. Priorities include delivering community based services and activities, securing funds to ensure the organisation continues to operate, line-managing staff, overseeing the delivery of services/projects and making sure the charitable aims and its statutory requirements are fulfilled.

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