Volunteer Engagement and Management Lead

3 days ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Scottish Women's Institutes Full time
Make a Lasting Impact as a Heritage Project Manager

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated individual to lead our two-year heritage project as a project manager. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire project lifecycle, from planning to implementation and evaluation.

As part of our team, you will work closely with stakeholders, partners, experts, and project reporting to ensure seamless collaboration and progress tracking against initial project goals.

A significant aspect of this role is line management responsibility for the part-time Heritage Volunteer Coordinator post. You will provide comprehensive support to engage and recruit volunteers, ensuring accessibility and inclusion are embedded in volunteering practices.

The Scottish Women's Institutes values diversity and equality, and we welcome applications from individuals with various backgrounds. We strive to improve our staff and volunteer base by promoting equality, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Project planning, coordination, and delivery
  • Volunteer engagement and management
  • Stakeholder collaboration and communication
  • Grant and contract management
  • Reporting and data analysis

Requirements:

  • Qualification in project management, archiving, or relevant fields
  • Heritage sector experience and qualifications
  • High-standard report writing skills
  • Experience in grant and/or contract management

Estimated Salary: £37,500 per annum



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