Top job! Head of Global Engagement
- Full time
- £63,880
- Edinburgh
- Closing 24th June 2021
- Advertised from 28th May 2021
- 35 hours per week
Role
The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh is seeking to appoint an experienced and dynamic individual to lead the Global Engagement function.
The role will encompass leadership of a number of teams:
- Communication, Marketing & Design
- Policy & Public Affairs
- Quality Research & Standards
- Membership
- Quality Governance
- Library & Heritage
- Journal teams.
Global Engagement is a newly created department resulting from the merger of a number of smaller departments. The Head of Global Engagement will be responsible for ~ 20 people.
This is a unique opportunity to lead colleagues across a number of important areas of the College’s work and the successful candidate will drive forward two of the College’s strategic aims: to be the voice of physicians; and to build an inclusive and collaborative global community that supports physicians across all stages of their careers, furthering our network of Fellows and Members (F&Ms).
The Head of Global Engagement will provide strategic and operational leadership of the Department and will report directly to the Chief Executive.
The Role
The main responsibilities of the role:
Overall responsibility and leadership of the College’s communications strategy and plan, promoting the College and actively contributing to the broader business objectives.
- Hold budgetary responsibility for all Library & Heritage activities, including staffing and volunteers.
- Work with Officer Bearers to develop suitable strategies and implementation plans, including exhibitions, conservation and collection development projects.
- Hold budgetary responsibility for production of the College Journal, including staffing and out-sourced publishing activities and contracts
- Lead and develop the strategy for the Quality Governance Collaborative.
- Oversee the current Quality Governance fellowships and develop future fellowships, including WHO and other collaborations.
- Engagement with stakeholders in Scotland, UK and internationally on governance issues.
- Lead / contribute to invited service reviews (including audit and quality reviews) along with the Clinical Lead.
- Lead the development of appropriate strategy and implementation plans with office bearers.
- To advise the President, CEO and Honorary Secretary on continuing compliance with the provisions of the College Royal Charter and College Laws (requiring regular liaison with the College lawyers).
- To increase recruitment of all categories of Fellows and Members.
The Person
The post holder will require the following:
- Educated to degree level, ideally in a communications, marketing or business related discipline, together with extensive post qualification experience (or equivalent).
- Experience and expertise in the strategic development and delivery of competitive marketing and communication strategies for an organisation with multiple stakeholders and audiences and a global reach.
- Knowledge of UK wide health policy preferable but not essential.
- Demonstrable success in achieving targets, including financial targets.
- Decision making skills, with evidence of taking difficult decisions and evidencing reasoning.
- Good written and verbal communication and presentational skills with the proven ability to influence and persuade senior professional staff.
- Understanding of the medical – political dimensions facing Royal Colleges generally.
- Effective people management skills.
- Motivational skills to encourage performance and productivity from their teams.
- A track record of delivering successful internal and external communications, ideally for a membership organisation.
- The post holder must be a positive advocate for the College as a professional association and promote the wider role of the College for professionals and the public.
Remuneration Package
The salary for this role will be £63,880 per annum plus benefits. Additional benefits include:
- Pension: with employer contributions of 9%.
- Holidays: 28 days annual leave and 11 days public holiday/College close downs.
- Life assurance scheme.
- Long-term income protection scheme for those unable to work due to illness.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Discounted rates for use of the venue for personal events.
Application notes
Please go to our website for a full job description and further details.
Please note, agencies need not apply.
Closing Date: 9am on Thursday 24th June
Interviews: TBC
About The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is an independent membership organisation dedicated to the education, training and advancement of surgeons, dental surgeons, doctors, and various individuals throughout healthcare who are involved in the surgical care of patients. The College has a current membership approaching 32,000 and growing, with members spanning over 100 countries around the world.
From our founding in 1505, the College has been committed to the advancement of surgery and driving patient safety standards worldwide. In our 515-year history, there has never been a better time to join the College than now.
Working with us
At the College we aim to embrace views from across the organisation, sharing common goals and values for the betterment of healthcare through the advancement of surgical and dental professionals. We aim to develop teams that are reflective of the needs of our members and maximise the potential of every employee.
To reflect the varying needs across the organisation, we offer a range of policies and benefits for our workforce including a generous 42 days annual leave, flexible working practices, enhanced employer pensions contribution and various discounts throughout the College including the Ten Hill Place Hotel, 1505 Café and free entry to Surgeons’ Hall Museums.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Financial Reporting, this role responsible for providing management accounting and business partnering services to the College, including the preparation of the committee reports, monthly management accounts and ad-hoc reporting to support business needs.
Experience/Qualifications/Key Skills
This an exciting opportunity to be part of a new growth story, managing financial accounting and playing a pivotal role in shaping the financial success of a forward-thinking college, with a global footprint and a commitment to delivering world-class medical education.
You will have or be working towards a recognised CCAB accounting qualification (or qualified by equivalent experience), excellent knowledge of management accounting and a thorough understanding of being a finance business partner. You will be capable of taking an active role for the College financial forecast and budget setting, as well as the monthly reporting cycle. You will possess first class accounting skills, a proven ability to work to deadlines and to contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of financial systems, processes and reporting. Specific knowledge of the charity sector would be an advantage.
You will be a professional, reliable, respectful innovator, with an inclusive, proactive and flexible approach to work as well as having good interpersonal communication skills. Integrity is also a key attribute in this role, reflecting one of the key values of the college.
eLogbook Data Manager
- Part time
- £35,690 – £44,612 pro-rata
- Edinburgh (Hybrid)
- Closing 5th April 2024
About The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is an independent membership organisation dedicated to the education, training and advancement of surgeons, dental surgeons, doctors, and various individuals throughout healthcare who are involved in the surgical care of patients. The College has a current membership approaching 29,000 and growing, with members spanning over 100 countries around the world.
From our founding in 1505, the College has been committed to the advancement of surgery and driving patient safety standards worldwide. In our 515-year history, there has never been a better time to join the College than now.
Working with us
At the College we aim to embrace views from across the organisation, sharing common goals and values for the betterment of healthcare through the advancement of surgical and dental professionals. We aim to develop teams that are reflective of the needs of our members and maximise the potential of every employee.
To reflect the varying needs across the organisation, we offer a range of policies and benefits for our workforce including a generous 42 days annual leave, flexible working practices, enhanced employer pensions contribution and various discounts throughout the College including the Ten Hill Place Hotel, 1505 Café and free entry to Surgeons’ Hall Museums.
If you’d like more information about this role, please contact recruitment@rcsed.ac.uk
About the Role
Working within the Digital Applications and Analytics Department, the postholder will work with the Intercollegiate Surgeons eLogbook, undertaking data analysis and reporting tasks.
There may be requirement for the role holder to work outside of normal working hours and travel for work occasionally.
Experience/Qualifications/Key Skills
This is a superb opportunity for an individual who is confident, methodical, organised and conscientious.
Holding a degree in a relevant field (e.g., Data Science, Statistics, Healthcare Informatics) you will be able to demonstrate strong proficiency in data analysis tools and software.
You will have the ability to work in a cross functional team delivering the eLogbook service and have an excellent understanding or relational and other data structures. You will collaborate with external intercollegiate bodies to further the knowledge and insights around surgical training in the UK.
You will have excellent communication and team working skills.
Top job! Head of Service
- Full time
- Circa £55,000
- Edinburgh, Dundee and Fife - Hybrid
- Closing 3rd April 2024
The Yard is a Scottish charity with one simple aim; to build thriving communities of support that enrich the lives of disabled children, young people and their families. We offer play, respite and family support from our adventure play centres in Edinburgh, Dundee and Fife. Our approach is rooted in learning from lived experience and our team are skilled, patient and understanding and invested in each and every child and family.
To meet the increasing need in Scotland, we are planning to increase our services reaching more children and young people. We are looking to recruit a Head of Service who will be part of our Executive team.
Leading a team of experienced service managers, the successful applicant will ensure the delivery of the new services whilst making sure our current delivery is not compromised. They will implement a comprehensive evaluation system meeting the varying needs of our stakeholders; families, funders, partners and the Care Inspectorate.
Our culture is central to our success and the successful applicant will need to lead and manage in line with our values of community, inclusive, inspire, kindness and adventure. We work collaboratively, valuing insights and opinions across the team. We recognise that we have an ambitious agenda and look forward to welcoming the person who is enthused and energised by this opportunity.
In return, the successful applicant will join a warm, motivated team, where user satisfaction of our services is high. We are open to new ideas and welcome ways to develop and improve.
Read more about some of the excellent benefits available to people who work at The Yard.
If you would like to understand more about the role and The Yard, Tricia Stewart our Director of Resources, would be happy to have a conversation with you. Please email tricia@theyardscotland.org.uk to set up a time for a call.
Top job! Head of External Engagement & Business Development
- Full time
- £48,000 – £50,000
- Edinburgh – Hybrid (office requirement at least one day per week)
- Closing 11th April 2024
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (CHSS) is embarking on an exciting journey to extend its influence and support across Scotland, aiming to reach over 175,000 people per year living with chest, heart, and stroke conditions. With a bold and ambitious strategy, CHSS is dedicated to ensuring that no life is half lived, advocating for, and providing support to those in need.
To spearhead this mission, CHSS seeks to appoint a Head of External Engagement & Business Development. This critical role is at the heart of CHSS's strategic plan to enhance its community health care support services and grow its political influence, offering a unique opportunity to lead in the development and implementation of innovative business models and partnerships and campaigns that will have a lasting impact on the health and wellbeing of individuals across Scotland.
Role Overview:
The appointed candidate will be instrumental in creating and executing a dynamic engagement strategy that cultivates meaningful partnerships, identifies new business development opportunities, and grows our political influence. This role requires an individual capable of navigating the health and social care and public sector landscape, with a proven record in forging relationships and selling services to organisations. The successful candidate will also have the privilege of recruiting and leading their own team, further enabling CHSS to achieve its strategic objectives.
Ideal Candidate:
CHSS is in search of a leader with exceptional skills in external engagement, business development, and strategic partnership management. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in the health and social care and public sector, demonstrating a keen ability to communicate effectively and adapt to changing landscapes. A strong commitment to CHSS's values and mission is essential, as is the drive to initiate significant change and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by chest, heart, and stroke conditions.
Benefits of the Role:
- A competitive salary reflective of the candidate's experience and skills.
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements, fostering a balance between professional commitments and personal wellbeing.
- An opportunity to build and manage a dedicated team within a supportive and visionary organisation.
- Engagement in a role that offers both a challenging and rewarding career, with the potential to significantly impact public health in Scotland.
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