Top job! CEO - New Charity (OSCR Registered SCIO)
- Part time
- To be confirmed
- Home based with regular travel to Glasgow
- Closing 24th July 2020
- Advertised from 24th June 2020
- Salary TBC & depending on experience. 24 hours per week (3 days). Permanent.
Role
We are seeking an outstanding leader to be the first Chief Executive for a unique and exciting role, working with our Trustees in helping to establish and build this brand new charity from the ground up.
This charity is principally a partner organisation and there will be an emphasis on fundraising which will be driven by the charity’s profile.
We already have the profile and funding in place to make an impact on the youth sector in Scotland and now we need a strong and well connected leader who can build partnerships, grow budgets effectively and maximise the potential impact that this charity has to offer the youth sector of Scotland.
Based from home (with travel to Glasgow and Liverpool) the perfect candidate will be extremely ambitious with a great vision, well connected across the third sector in Scotland.
This is largely a blank canvas to shape the future direction of the charity, we seek a creative and entrepreneurial approach to:
- Acting as a strong figurehead for the charity, a positive ambassador with our stakeholders, partners, funders and networks.
- Building relationships with both operational partners, supporters and a range of stakeholders
- Design and deliver the strategic plan and associated objectives
- Designing and implementing projects inline with the Charity’s Mission and Vision.
- Taking full responsibility for the finances, fundraising and budgets
- Taking advantage of a high level platform including PR and media interest
- Representing the charity on a very public platform as well as design and deliver a range of high profile events
- We encourage applications of persons who have previous experience in a similar role (5+ years)
- Whilst a degree is desirable, we would at least expect to see evidence of continued Professional Development.
- We seek proven leadership skills and ability to develop the organisation quickly and sustainably.
- We seek a very adaptable range of skills and a strong drive and enthusiasm to ensure we play a key role in improving the lives of young people in Scotland.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership
- Provide leadership and direction toward the organisation’s vision and strategy.
- Design, implement and embed the strategic objectives of the organisation.
- Establish performance goals and ensure resources are correctly allocated to deliver the objectives including any contractual obligations.
- Ensure that the organisation’s policies and procedures are effective, up to date inline with legal requirements and are consistently and transparently practiced, not limited to; Human Resources, safeguarding, finance, health and safety, expenses, information, communication and technology, GDPR.
- Ensure effective governance is adhered to, with support from the Board.
- Direct, plan and participate in building the organisation’s profile, image and credibility through delivering real results, positive media relationships and high profile fundraising events so that the charity becomes a household name.
- Create and lead an inspirational, creative and aspirational culture for employees and volunteers.
- Ensure effective recruitment, training and management of staff and volunteers inline with employment law. Promote a positive and supportive working culture to help attract, retain and motivate good quality staff and volunteers including regular appraisals, supervision, support and rewards.
Strategy Planning and Development
- Develop the Charity’s Strategic Plan and Business Plan with the Board of Trustees.
- Take overall responsibility for delivering, monitoring and performance reporting against targets and set objectives across all areas of the Charity’s operations.
- Keep abreast of local or national legislative changes, government initiatives and funding streams which could affect the Charity and the services and projects it delivers.
- Be responsible for regular Risk Assessments and develop a Risk Management Strategy (for eventualities such as Covid19) and Crisis Strategy for the charity, as well as local projects.
Relationship Management
- Build and develop the Charity’s reputation, credibility and profile through effective PR, marketing and communications. Build strong and positive relationships with local and national media to capitalise on the potential profile the Charity will have.
- Develop a strong working relationship with the Charity’s founders who will continue to have an active presence and involvement with the Charity as it’s figurehead/s.
- Ensure the charity’s objectives, achievements and positive impacts are consistently presented in a strong image to all stakeholders.
- Actively build positive relationships with Patrons and Ambassadors, understand their role and what they can bring to the organisation.
- Create a wide and strong network, ensuring that the organisation becomes an integral part of the sector.
Financial Management
- Be accountable to the Board of Trustees for the financial position and health of the organisation. Responsible for budgets, expenditure, management accounts and fundraising targets are reached.
- Ensure full and accurate financial planning and reporting including the preparation of management accounts, an annual report, financial statements and social impact reports, oversee annual returns.
- Develop and implement effective sustainability plan to identify and diversify income streams and maximise new opportunities.
General
The description is the typical level of duties the post holder will be expected to perform. Other duties of a similar type and level may also be required.
The Person Specification is available for download bel
Application notes
Closing Date: 5pm July 24th 2020
In order to apply, please submit the following to laura@thegunnercookefoundation.com:
- a CV supported
- a covering letter
- a supporting statement of no more than 1000 words outlining your motivation for applying and highlighting how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the role, as set out in the brief. Please use examples in previous roles.
Questions or information – laura@thegunnercookefoundation.com
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Appointment of Board Members to the Scottish Library and Information Council
The Scottish Library and Information Council (SLIC) is seeking to appoint new members to its Board. The appointments are for three years and will run from November 2020.
Information about the Scottish Library and Information Council
SLIC is the independent advisory body to the Scottish Government on library and information related matters. It is a registered charity and an independent company. It is also a membership organisation representing the interests of public, academic, FE College and special interest libraries within Scotland. The organisation has been going through a period of growth, delivering a range of projects and initiatives on behalf of the Scottish Government and partner organisations.
Board Responsibilities
The Board meets four times a year in addition to the AGM. Board members are expected to serve on a sub-committee which would involve a commitment of up to another three days. Board meetings alternate between Dundee and Glasgow. It may be possible to participate in the Board meetings via video link.
The Board provides strategic direction and oversight. Major policy decisions are made at Board level drawing on information provided by the Chief Executive and senior management team. The decisions of the Board are actioned through the Chief Executive and senior management team of the organisation.
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Volunteering Matters are looking for a talented, dynamic and professional Volunteer Manager to join our Delivery Team in Scotland. We are looking for someone who can work flexibly while demonstrating an understanding and commitment to our organisational values.
The focus of this role is on the day to day coordination of our new “Volunteers Supporting Families” (VSF) project which is being launched across the City of Edinburgh. You will recruit, train, support and match volunteers with families and young people, work in partnership with social work teams, schools and others.
You will assist the VSF Project Manager to develop the programme and report on the projects activities and work.
As a key member of the Volunteering Matters staff team in Scotland, the Volunteer Manager may also be involved in the delivery of other programmes and projects across the region.
The Volunteer Manager will be accountable to the VSF Project Manager.
Volunteers Supporting Families
We have been commissioned by the City of Edinburgh Council to set up, launch and deliver our “Volunteers Supporting Families” (VSF) project across the City. VSF is an established and effective Volunteering Matters programme that currently operates in Southend-on-Sea, Waltham Forest and Greenwich. The project was initially set up in response to the death of Victoria Climbie and the Lord Laming enquiry that followed.
The project offers a pioneering approach, recruiting volunteers from the local community to provide support to families whose children are at risk or have a safeguarding plan. By preventing and de-escalating issues, our volunteers help struggling families to turn things around.
Further information on VSF is available on the Volunteering Matters website.
In return for your commitment we offer 25 days holiday per year (FTE) plus discretionary festive leave + public holidays. We also offer a 3% employer pension contribution, flexible working opportunities and enhanced employee benefits.
Outreach Coordinator (East Hub)
- Full time
- £26,500
- Edinburgh (with some travel across organisational bases across Scotland)
- Closing 13th July 2020
Venture Trust works with people experiencing complicated life circumstances. Through the provision of wilderness-based personal and social development programmes, we equip them with the confidence, motivation and core life skills that they need to make positive changes in their lives.
We are recruiting for a new Outreach Coordinator to join our team in the East Hub on temporary basis. Our Outreach Coordinators lead our Outreach Workers to deliver high quality personal development work with our participants and are responsible for developing strong and effective partnership relationships across local authorities.
The successful candidate will support the Operations Manager to plan and align staff deployment, will monitor and manage referrals into the Hub, initiating client eligibility checks for our suite of programmes and allocating to the relevant Outreach Worker. The successful candidate will also carry out weekly caseload management assessments and oversee a range of personal development provision. Key to the role is developing strong networking and partnership links, to ensure appropriate referrals, Venture Trust delivery which meets the expectations of clients and referrers, and quality employability opportunities in the third phase of the programme. The Outreach Coordinator will also be responsible for supporting and line managing Outreach Workers across the East Hub regions and will work closely with wilderness journey teams to ensure effective co-ordination, delivery and review of all programmes.
Ideal candidates will have qualifications in youth work, community education or similar, or equivalent proven experience of guiding and supporting vulnerable and disaffected people. Knowledge and experience of delivering personal development work underpinned by approaches and techniques such as Experiential Learning, Choice Theory/Reality Therapy and Pro-Social Modelling is also essential, as is knowledge of the voluntary and statutory sectors in Scotland. Ideal candidates will also have strong planning, coordination and time management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels and contribute to strategic planning, along with experience of line management, motivating and supporting a staff team to deliver results. Please note that a driving license and access to a vehicle is an essential requirement of this role.
We offer a range of generous benefits including 28 days annual leave and 9 public and bank holiday days, flexible working and a joint contributory pension scheme. Venture Trust is committed to promoting equality and diversity in employment and follows an equal opportunities policy.
Outreach Worker (Forth Valley Region)
- Full time
- £22,250
- Based in the National Participant Centre (Stirling), primarily working in the Forth Valley Region.
- Closing 13th July 2020
Venture Trust works with people experiencing complicated life circumstances. Through the provision of wilderness-based personal and social development programmes, we equip them with the confidence, motivation and core life skills that they need to make positive changes in their lives.
Our Outreach Workers deliver high quality participant support across the range of Venture Trust programmes, to engage participants in a dynamic and progressive community and wilderness-based personal development opportunity.
The successful candidate will undertake the initial assessment of potential participants for our programmes (phase 1) preparing and supporting them to undertake their wilderness journey (phase 2), working closely with the wilderness journey staff. Upon return to their community (phase 3), you will continue to work closely with participants to develop and maintain community links, supporting them into sustained positive destinations, including education, training, volunteering or employment. Additionally, you will generate new referrals and help to promote the programme with stakeholders, providing progress updates for referring partners and agents to develop and maintain effective relationships. You may also be required to support the delivery of our SQA qualifications.
Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills with the ability to connect with stakeholders at all levels. Strong time management skills to manage a varied and demanding workload, work effectively as part of a wider team as well as have the ability and willingness to work effectively under own initiative and often in isolation are also essential. Ideally you will have qualifications in youth work, community development or a related discipline and/or an equivalent level of experience working with vulnerable and disaffected individuals, supporting them to identify and sustain positive changes in their lives. A strong knowledge of voluntary and statutory sectors in Scotland is also essential. Experience of development training and knowledge of drug, alcohol and youth/Criminal Justice related issues would be an advantage. Please note a driving license and access to a vehicle is an essential requirement of this role, as is attendance at monthly team meetings at our Edinburgh office.
We offer a range of generous benefits including 28 days annual leave and 9 public and bank holiday days, flexible working and a joint contributory pension scheme. Venture Trust is committed to promoting equality and diversity in employment and follows an equal opportunities policy.
