Events Manager
- Full time
- £29,000 – £35,000
- Hybrid – Paisley, Royal Hospital for Children, working from home
- Closing 12th December 2022
- Advertised from 30th November 2022
- Reporting to: Head of Partnerships & Business Development. 35 hours. The Charity will consider alternative flexible arrangements where required. Full time (6 month probationary period).
- Holidays: 25 days plus 10 bank holidays (pro rata)
Role
A fantastic opportunity has arisen at Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity to join a team that’s professional, committed and passionate about making a difference to those most in need of our help.We are looking for an experienced Events Manager to join our team in 2023.
Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity is an organisation committed to our vision. We raise funds to help those who tirelessly care for and nurture young lives at their most vulnerable; to invest in equipment, research and continued improvement of facilities and services for children and families in hospital.
As our Events Manager, you will be enthusiastic and passionate about events and have the ability to create memorable event experiences for our guests and participants, while raising funds to support our projects and services at the Children’s Hospital in Glasgow.
As a key member of the Partnerships & Business Development Team, the Events Manager will lead on the planning and delivery of the Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity events portfolio. This includes our Annual Ball, Ladies Lunch and Sponsored Walk, along with other events throughout the year.
The successful candidate will have experience of leading on and delivering large-scale events within tightly controlled budgets, and will thrive in developing a varied event portfolio that will appeal to different supporters.
The Events Manager will also support families, groups and organisations to deliver their own events, ensuring they maximise their fundraising potential and benefit from the knowledge and expertise of our Events Manager.
Application notes
If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!
Please send a CV and covering letter to William McGowan – william.mcgowan@glasgowchildrenshospitalcharity.org
All posts are subject to a Disclosure Scotland check.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 12th December with an interview date of Thursday 15th December
Whilst we'd love to get back to every applicant, it isn't always possible. So, if you haven't heard from us within 3 working days of the closing date, please note that your application has not been successful on this occasion and sadly we cannot provide individual feedback.
Benefits:As a compassionate organisation we care about our staff and have a range of employee benefits that make Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity a great place to work – please see our range of employee benefitshere
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Could you help grow our income from Charitable Trusts and Foundations and make a lasting difference to the lives of the babies, children, young people and families we support?
You will be joining one of Scotland’s leading charities, where you will develop new and effective fundraising propositions to ensure we provide the best hospital experience possible.
We fund a variety of child and family services, innovative medical equipment, research and enhancements, giving you the opportunity to seek funds for a diverse range of projects.
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Top job! Head of Business Development & Grants
- Full time
- £50,450
- Glasgow (Hybrid)
- Closing 2nd May 2024
Do you have a passion for developing funding opportunities to make a difference? Are you a natural leader who is skilled in managing a team who play an important part in organisational success? If so, we have a great opportunity for you to join Quarriers as Head of Business Development & Grants.
Your new opportunity
Quarriers have a rare and exciting opportunity for a Head of Business Development & Grants to work in partnership with our Associate Directors and Operational Managers to identify opportunities and develop new and existing services. You will manage and work closely with the Business Development & Grants team leading and implementing development strategies to support growth and funding for the overall organisation. You will play a key part in liaising with internal and external stakeholders and overseeing tender and funding opportunities including submissions.
As the Head of Business Development & Grants you will closely monitor and track potential tender opportunities including managing a portfolio of grants and funding aligned with department income and expenditure against budget and set targeted income.
This is a full-time permanent role working 35 hours per week (Monday – Friday) in line with our agile working policy, which blends home-working with office time and service visits.
What you will need to bring to the role
- Proven experience and understanding of implementing and managing business development strategies ideally within the social care/healthcare sector.
- An understanding of social care/healthcare service design.
- Skills in managing risk and business development with an understanding of the Grant funding landscape and innovative practice.
- Excellent IT knowledge and experience in using database systems.
- Extensive knowledge and experience at a senior level in a complex organisation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and organisational skills to support strict deadlines and work in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
- Previous experience of managing a team and delivering positive results.
- Driving licence is essential
What’s in it for you?
- Substantial holiday entitlement.
- Generous workplace pension.
- Family-friendly working policies and procedures.
- Life Assurance.
- Wider benefits including our Employee Assistance Programme, free physiotherapy & occupational health support.
Quarriers have Investors in People Platinum accreditation and are a Scottish Living Wage Employer
About Us
Quarriers is one of Scotland’s leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity to bring about positive changes in people’s lives.
Young People’s Worker – Wakened Nights
- Part time
- £28,583 pro-rata
- Options Fife – Respite and Outreach, Glenrothes (On site)
- Closing 28th April 2024
Do you have relevant experience of working with children and young people with a disability/and or autism or relevant experience in a similar sector or work environment?
About Aberlour Options Fife - Respite and Outreach
Options Fife Respite and Outreach provides a range of flexible support through outreach and overnight short breaks at weekends, evenings and school holidays to children and young people with complex learning disabilities and autism. We offer a high-quality child centred service providing positive and enabling experiences for the young people, supporting them through the challenges and complexities that enable them to work towards their individual outcomes and personal goals. We work closely with families and other professionals in providing support tailored around the child’s plan.
What we are looking for....
We are looking to recruit two Young People’s Worker Nights, working four nights on (10 hours per night) every second week. You will play a fundamental role in ensuring that the young people you work with have the best possible experience in working towards their objectives in line with their care plan, supporting children to progress within their individual outcomes. Whilst not without its challenges and demands, this is a highly rewarding role, where the work we do has a demonstrable impact on each young person's progress. Using a person-centred approach, you will provide enabling support ensuring the highest level of physical, personal, and emotional care. We support young people who have epilepsy, need personal care and need gastrostomy feeding. Aberlour, in conjunction with NHS, provides all staff with training.
We are looking for candidates who have a passion for working with young people with disabilities. It is desired but not essential that candidates hold a relevant qualification at an SCQF level 7 or above. Due to SSSC requirements you may be required to gain qualifications after starting with Aberlour.
At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team.
What we offer...
As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers. Find out more about our Employee Benefits and our commitment to Equality and Diversity on our website.
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- Part time
- £36,855 pro-rata
- Remote with some travel to Service Sites (Remote)
- Closing 23rd April 2024
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced programme quality professional to make a difference at a charity providing vital services to families across the UK. The Breastfeeding Network (BfN) is a family-friendly employer with an excellent reputation for quality-assured services, evidence-based training and information. The Programme Quality Manager is a member of BfN’s Senior Management Team. You will use your skills and experience in data and management of an experienced, multi-disciplinary team to support your colleagues to continually improve the impact, sustainability, effectiveness and relevance of our work and so to enhance BfN’s ability to influence and secure diverse funding sources. We are a Scottish registered charity making a difference to women and families across the UK.
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