Events

Glasgow Life is looking for a Development Assistant to join us on a full time, permanent contract. As Development Assistant, you will be joining our ambitious Development team, which generates external funding for important and inspiring projects. Within your role, you will support the delivery of our ambitious giving programmes, providing an excellent experience for donors and members.

Key Responsibilities include:
– Supporting the Senior Individual Giving Officer with administrative duties to deliver a programme of membership events and communications across Glasgow Life, including Glasgow Life Museums and Celtic Connections Festival
– First point of contact for donors, managing the fundraising phone line, sorting supporter letters, and compiling fundraising email communications in The Raiser’s Edge database
– Supporting donor stewardship, thanking donors for all gifts, compiling, and sending membership packs
– Processing gifts and memberships through our CRM (The Raiser’s Edge)
– Supporting venues across Glasgow Life implement new fundraising tools such as contactless devices

More about our Corporate Services
As a Development Assistant you will be joining Corporate Services. This includes Marketing and Communications, Business Support, Infrastructure and Finance. HR, Retail and Procurement and Development are also part of this. These teams undertake a wide range of roles to keep Glasgow Life operating smoothly as a first-rate charity. From creating compelling messages about the work we do to providing insights which help shape strategies. They also oversee the operation of over 100 venues across the city, account for millions of pounds, support our staff, and bring income into the charity through our shops.

About Glasgow Life
Glasgow Life is the charity which inspires people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport. Simply put, we believe that everyone deserves a great Glasgow life. We do this by delivering innovative cultural and sporting programmes and events which improve the mental, physical, and economic well-being of Glasgow. Glasgow Life also creates unforgettable experiences for tourists, strengthening the city’s visitor economy. We stage world-class events, conferences and festivals which enhance Glasgow’s international reputation. Glasgow is the first city to be named European Capital of Sport twice sport and was also the first place in the UK to be named a UNESCO City of Music.

The role
You will report to the Senior Individual Giving Officer and work alongside an established Development team, supporting the donor journey and delivery of our collective fundraising priorities.

The candidate
If you’re interested in joining us as a Development Assistant you’ll need:
• Experience of working in a donor or customer facing role
• Strong organisation skills, with ability to deal with changing priorities, often at short notice
• To communicate with confidence, delivering a positive experience for donors and members
• Excellent attention to detail, particularly within administrative tasks and financial reporting
• Good knowledge of Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams. Experience of using a CRM database (such as The Raiser’s Edge) is desirable but not essential.

You can read the full person specification for this role under the ‘Job Attachments’ section.

Some of our roles are currently piloting hybrid working, with teams working between the office and home. Your line manager will agree these days with you. This balance enables you to continue much-needed collaborative working.

As Development Assistant, you will be primarily based at our Commonwealth House office which has great links to public transport and parking nearby. This role is working Monday – Friday, 9-5 with occasional out of hours working, and working from our venues.

We believe in the transformational power of the programmes and events we provide for the people and visitors of Glasgow. If you would like to be a part of what we do, we’d love to hear from you.

Important Dates: Closing date 22nd September and interviews are provisionally scheduled for w/c 30th September.

Benefits at Glasgow Life
• 30 days holiday allowance plus 6.5 public holidays (for full-time roles). After 5 years completed service, the entitlement will increase to 35 days from the next annual leave year
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounted Glasgow Club membership and money off in our museum shops and online store
• Option to buy extra annual leave
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• And much more!

Please note that Glasgow Life, as an ALEO to Glasgow City Council, is currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure which may impact on current salaries quoted in job adverts.

Diversity matters at Glasgow Life
We’re determined to reflect the extraordinary diversity of Glasgow in our workforce. Glasgow Life is on a journey to develop a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We’re a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer and invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on our website.

🌟 Exciting Opportunity Alert! 🌟

We’re thrilled to announce that Dundee Industrial Heritage Ltd is on the lookout for a dynamic Conference and Events Manager to join our vibrant team!

Are you passionate about bringing people together and creating unforgettable experiences? Do you have a knack for planning and executing events that leave a lasting impression? If so, we want to hear from you!

🔍 About the Role:
As our Conference and Events Manager, you will play a pivotal role in designing, organizing, and executing a range of events, from intimate workshops to large-scale conferences. Your creativity, attention to detail, and leadership skills will shine as you collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors to deliver seamless events that align with our brand and mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and manage event logistics from concept to completion
Collaborate with marketing and PR teams for effective promotion
Build and maintain relationships with vendors and sponsors
Oversee budgets and ensure events run within financial parameters
Evaluate event success and gather feedback for continuous improvement
🌟 What We’re Looking For:

Proven experience in event planning and management
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Creative mindset with a passion for delivering outstanding experiences
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to have you on board!

📅 Apply Today!
Email Ashleigh.Pink@dundeeheritage.co.uk

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About Dynamic Earth

Dynamic Earth is Edinburgh’s world-class science centre and planetarium that tells the extraordinary story of planet Earth, from beginning to mend.
Located on the edge of Holyrood Park with spectacular views of Salisbury Crags Dynamic Earth is also one of Edinburgh’s largest unique venues for corporate & hospitality events.

Our staff are pivotal to what makes us a 5-star rated science centre and world-class events venue. We offer a truly unique and dynamic working environment; creating a passionate, caring and inclusive place to work, learn and play.

Dynamic Earth is driven by a positive belief that everyone has the potential to be the problem-solvers of the future. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities, and industries, and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences, and abilities.

We actively seek to recruit enthusiastic, motivated, and highly customer focused staff that share our passion for our core charitable mission to empower people with understanding and empathy for the Earth. If you feel you have these personal attributes along with the right mix of skills and experience, you may be our next team member.

Role Summary

Our technical team plays a key role in ensuring that our exhibition provides the best immersive experience to all visitors and that our hospitality clients receive a world-class experience when hosting an event.

From, conferences weddings and dinners, to time-machines volcanoes and icebergs, Dynamic Earth is a workplace like no other! There is always an adventure around the corner and a unique challenge to solve.

The ideal candidate must have a willingness to learn and adapt to operating the bespoke AV within the core attraction. A keen interest in sound and vision is a must with experience in the aspects of AV for live events.

Responsibilities

Responsible to: Technical Manager

Live Events

• Setting up, operating & clear down of AV equipment for live corporate events to the highest standard.
• Ensure all clients and guests receive the highest possible standards of service through exceptional customer interaction.
• In the absence of the Technical Manager, attend event client meetings.
• Have a pro-active attitude towards developing the Technical Events offering.
• Correspond with event clients to plan their technical requirements.
• Preventative maintenance and testing.
• Fault find and resolve any technical failures within events, the exhibition or building.
• Maintain and service technical equipment and tools for the delivery of live events.
• Any other ad hoc tasks as requested by your departmental manager.
• Evening and weekend work will be required.

Core Attraction

• Start, operate, monitor & shut down the core attraction.
• Preventative maintenance and testing.
• Fault find and resolve any technical failures within events, the exhibition or building.
• Maintain and service technical equipment and tools to ensure the core attraction remains operational.
• Any other ad hoc tasks as requested by your departmental manager.
• Evening and weekend work will be required.
• Be driven to seek out innovative solutions to improve the core attraction and its accessibility.

Business Partnering

• Collaborate with the maintenance department on general building maintenance when required.
• Proactively build relationships with all other departments to ensure service delivery is & communication is as of the highest possible standard.
• Provide technical support across the organisation to both internal and external customers & staff.
• Familiarise yourself with the organisations strategic objectives and reflect the organisational values of Inclusivity, Care & Passion within your day-to-day work.

Health & Safety

• Ensure H&S is always at a top priority when completing any task.

Desirable Experience

• One years’ experience with
• PA systems, mixing desks.
• Microphones and wireless systems.
• Projectors and video distribution.
• Video conferencing.
• Mac and Windows operating systems.
• PCs and IT networking.
• The ability to communicate clearly and knowledge of Microsoft 365 is also a must

Preferable Experience

• Knowledge or experience of
• Lighting and DMX systems.
• AMX automation controls.
• 7th Sense video servers or similar.
• Electrosonic equipment.
• IPAF, PASMA and IOSH certification beneficial to the role

Benefits

• 34 days annual leave (which includes 9 bank holidays)
• Matched company pension contribution of 5%
• Free staff car-parking
• Life Assurance cover of 4 times annual salary
• Up to 3 years Critical Illness cover
• Confidential EAP advice-line through Health Assured
• Free entry to ASVA member Visitor attractions (subject to conditions)
• Limited Gym Membership at MacDonald Holyrood Hotel
• Staff canteen (complimentary tea & coffee)
• Employee Values Awards
• Subsidised meals & coffee from the Dynamic Earth Café
• 25% Discount in the Natural Selection Gift Shop
• Complimentary entry to Dynamic Earth for family and

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to peopleandculture@dynamicearth.org.uk

Thank you for your interest in the post of Events Supervisor with Historic Environment Scotland based at Edinburgh Castle. This is a permanent, full time and pensionable appointment.

As Events Supervisor, you will be expected to work five days out of seven, averaging 35 hours per week which will also include evening and weekend working when required.

You will support the Events Manager with the generation of income from corporate and private functions, events and filming, weddings and evening catering. You will assist with the onsite delivery of events out with the core visitor experience, ensuring that these work alongside the day-to-day operation of the castle, and that all clients receive a world class experience.

JOB PURPOSE

This job exists in order to manage and develop Mar Lodge’s weddings and events business, corporate/private hire and sporting client support. The Wedding & Events Coordinator will ensure income opportunities are maximised in the context of consistently high standards of customer care and lodge presentation.

Events at Mar Lodge can range from intimate family dinners and tours to large corporate events and weddings for up to 200 guests. Every event requires the same level of planning and care to deliver an outstanding product to our clients which should exceed their expectations, be value for money for the client, whilst also giving a profit to the NTS. As Wedding & Events Coordinator you must have good self-motivation and organisational skills, but also be able to lead a team of other department members and exterior contractors to deliver the event as has been planned with the client in a smooth and professional manner.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

The key purposes of the job will be met by:

Developing and managing relationships of trust with potential and existing corporate and private hire clients, such that Mar Lodge continually develops and maintains its status as a ‘destination’ venue, renowned for its excellence of customer service.

Supervising teams which include members of other Mar Lodge departments and outside contractors such that there is absolute clarity of objectives, tasks and standards; and ensure their delivery towards a collective goal.

Developing and managing the wedding & events business to increase income as part of the property’s drive for sustainability and help raise the profile of the work of the Trust at Mar Lodge in its wider context.

Managing allocated budgets to ensure that income targets are met, or exceeded, and that expenditure is prudent and ‘value for money’

Maintaining and recording all communication pertaining to weddings and events, such as dealing with emails, keeping the event diary up to date and informing relevant departments of planned activities.

Managing equipment and supplies, such as banqueting furniture, catering equipment and supplies, to ensure the operational efficacy of the Lodge.

Working within the Health & Safety regime to ensure the H&S of staff/volunteers, clients and visitors within the context of the Trust’s “Safe System of Work” regime.

Coordinating, supervising and personally participating in the delivery and staffing of weddings, functions and events with the advice and support of the Visitor Services Manager and other team members.

Demonstrating responsibility and accountability that all weddings and events are in line with the Trust’s Environmental Policy and being mindful of the Trust’s obligations to minimise the impact on the environment through efficient use of water/heat/light, recycling and disposal of waste and considered use of transport.