Forces Children Scotland supports children & young people from serving, reservist and veteran families across Scotland to realise their potential and thrive. We work with children and young people to co-produce services and projects to overcome their unique challenges to mental health and wellbeing, education and learning and important transitions.
Our approach to working with children and young people
Forces Children Scotland is committed to taking a children’s rights-based approach to all aspects of our work from planning to service delivery. This means we strive to ensure our work is grounded in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. Engaging in co-production with children and young people can help ensure their right to participate in matters affecting them is meaningfully upheld and implemented.
Purpose of Job
Provide strategic and operational leadership across the organisation, leading on all fundraising activity whilst managing our external relations. Develop income generation plans aligned with our strategic priorities, working with policy, participation and services colleagues to ensure the capability to deliver, setting up for success. Work alongside the CEO, Deputy CEO, and Finance Manager to secure the organisation’s long-term financial sustainability, establishing a strong funding pipeline and partnerships that enhance the lives of forces children and young people in Scotland.
Application notes
The closing date for applications is 5pm on Wednesday 19 March 2025.
Two-stage interviews are anticipated to be held on Thursday 27 March 2025 (online) and Thursday 3 April 2025 (in-person).
What we’re looking for:
* A degree in Health & Social Care, Youth Work, Community Development, or equivalent experience.
* Extensive experience in service delivery roles within the third sector or public sector.
* Proven leadership skills with a track record of motivating teams.
* Flexible, innovative, and solution-focused approach to leadership and service delivery.
* Experience in service planning, delivery, and evaluation, with a focus on achieving measurable outcomes.
* Strong knowledge and experience of safeguarding, compliance, and risk management.
* Excellent communication, financial management, and strategic thinking skills.
* A deep understanding of the needs of vulnerable children, young people, and families.
What We Offer
We offer a rewarding and fulfilling role with the opportunity to develop your skills and career in an enriching environment. Our benefits package includes:
* Access to ScotWest Credit Union (loans, mortgages, and savings accounts)
* Flexible working (including flexi-time)
* One special leave day to celebrate your birthday
* HSF Health plan (including dental, optical, physio claim back, personal accident coverage, GP, mental health counselling, legal support, and discounts for gym, cinema, and shopping)
Professional Development:
* Access to learning and development opportunities
* Support for continuous professional growth
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