Abeer Macintyre Consultancy
Director of Development Dundee Heritage Trust Abeer Macintyre Consultancy is recruiting, on behalf of Dundee Heritage Trust, for a Director of Development. About Dundee Heritage Trust Dundee Heritage Trust is a charity dedicated to preserving and sharing Dundee s rich cultural and scientific heritage. It operates two award-winning visitor attractions, Discovery Point, home of the RRS Discovery (the ship that took Scott and Shackleton to the Antarctic), and Verdant Works, an 1833 flax and jute mill that tells the story of the industry which shaped Dundee for almost 200 years. The Trust generates around £2.2m annually through admissions, cafés, events, venue hire, fundraising and the capital appeal. To sustain and grow this work, Abeer Macintyre Consultancy is seeking, on behalf of the Trust, an exceptional Director of Development to lead the fundraising strategy and team. As Director of Development, you will Lead the fundraising team and nurture their potential following a period of leadership change. Shape and deliver a multi-channel fundraising strategy, with a focus on major gifts, high-net-worth individuals (HNWI), corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, legacies and international networks. Work closely with the Executive and Commercial Directors to align fundraising with earned income. Draw on the strength of a highly engaged Board, a well-connected Chair, and high-profile Patrons such as Brian Cox, Dan Snow and Lorraine Kelly. This is a senior leadership role with the freedom to create your own strategy, supported by colleagues who understand what it takes to make fundraising thrive. The potential is significant, from polar exploration enthusiasts and the Scottish diaspora to corporate partnerships and legacy giving, and the platform is already set. Person specification Essential experience Development and management of donor giving for not-for-profits or member-based organisations, or client development for commercial income generation and business development. A track record of achieving revenue targets from campaigns, activities and events. Essential skills, abilities and attributes Strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial, self-motivated approach. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic, evolving organisation. Proven success securing major gifts and or regular subscriptions from individuals, philanthropists, corporates and supporters. Creative thinker with strong written and verbal communication skills, able to craft compelling narratives that influence at the highest level. Experience of developing international networks and gifts. Personable, with excellent collaborative and team skills. Knowledge of the Scottish, UK and international philanthropic landscape and, ideally, a well-connected personal network. How to apply Please send a CV and covering letter, both no longer than two pages, by 31 October 2025 . First-stage interviews: Thursday 20 November 2025 in Dundee. Second-stage interviews: Tuesday morning 25 November 2025 via Zoom for top-placed candidates. Please keep this date free unless you are notified that you have not progressed. If you have questions not covered in the candidate pack, please email the address above to arrange a convenient time to speak.
Director of Development Dundee Heritage Trust Abeer Macintyre Consultancy is recruiting, on behalf of Dundee Heritage Trust, for a Director of Development. About Dundee Heritage Trust Dundee Heritage Trust is a charity dedicated to preserving and sharing Dundee s rich cultural and scientific heritage. It operates two award-winning visitor attractions, Discovery Point, home of the RRS Discovery (the ship that took Scott and Shackleton to the Antarctic), and Verdant Works, an 1833 flax and jute mill that tells the story of the industry which shaped Dundee for almost 200 years. The Trust generates around £2.2m annually through admissions, cafés, events, venue hire, fundraising and the capital appeal. To sustain and grow this work, Abeer Macintyre Consultancy is seeking, on behalf of the Trust, an exceptional Director of Development to lead the fundraising strategy and team. As Director of Development, you will Lead the fundraising team and nurture their potential following a period of leadership change. Shape and deliver a multi-channel fundraising strategy, with a focus on major gifts, high-net-worth individuals (HNWI), corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, legacies and international networks. Work closely with the Executive and Commercial Directors to align fundraising with earned income. Draw on the strength of a highly engaged Board, a well-connected Chair, and high-profile Patrons such as Brian Cox, Dan Snow and Lorraine Kelly. This is a senior leadership role with the freedom to create your own strategy, supported by colleagues who understand what it takes to make fundraising thrive. The potential is significant, from polar exploration enthusiasts and the Scottish diaspora to corporate partnerships and legacy giving, and the platform is already set. Person specification Essential experience Development and management of donor giving for not-for-profits or member-based organisations, or client development for commercial income generation and business development. A track record of achieving revenue targets from campaigns, activities and events. Essential skills, abilities and attributes Strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial, self-motivated approach. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic, evolving organisation. Proven success securing major gifts and or regular subscriptions from individuals, philanthropists, corporates and supporters. Creative thinker with strong written and verbal communication skills, able to craft compelling narratives that influence at the highest level. Experience of developing international networks and gifts. Personable, with excellent collaborative and team skills. Knowledge of the Scottish, UK and international philanthropic landscape and, ideally, a well-connected personal network. How to apply Please send a CV and covering letter, both no longer than two pages, by 31 October 2025 . First-stage interviews: Thursday 20 November 2025 in Dundee. Second-stage interviews: Tuesday morning 25 November 2025 via Zoom for top-placed candidates. Please keep this date free unless you are notified that you have not progressed. If you have questions not covered in the candidate pack, please email the address above to arrange a convenient time to speak.
Abeer Macintyre Consultancy
About Penumbra Mental Health Penumbra Mental Health is a pioneering charity providing dedicated services for people with mild to serious and enduring mental ill health. The charity supports people on their journey to better mental health, by working with each person to find their own way forward. The power of people s lived experience enables Penumbra to deliver pioneering services which transform lives. From being there for people in crisis to suicide prevention, supported living to self-harm management and peer support. Penumbra is with those they support every step of their journey to a better place. People's experiences are at the centre of everything that it does. It also pro-actively champions peer workers; they know that recovery is possible, because they ve been there too. The value of Penumbra's approach is a deep understanding that everyone s journey is different, so it works with people to identify, believe in, and reach their goals, whatever they may be. This is a newly created role which is part of a recharged Business Development Directorate aimed at developing a range of potential income streams and building a sustainable income model, reducing the dependency on statutory income. Background information The Director of Business Development is primarily focussed on growing commercial opportunities and engaging at a strategic partnership and corporate level. The Head of Fundraising and Communications will boost the capacity and leadership of the team to develop voluntary fundraising, lead on smaller corporate partnerships, develop grants and trusts income, create and deliver headline grabbing campaigns that appeal to the wider public thereby developing an individual giving function and lead on organisational communications, including fundraising comms. You will be supported by a Communications Assistant who has a good knowledge of the charity and Fundraising Assistant. The latter post is currently vacant and, it is hoped, the Head of Fundraising will be involved in the recruitment. There is a strong pipeline of innovative projects which will create compelling cases for support with which to fundraise. The assets are in place, it just takes an exceptional fundraiser to capitalise on opportunities. Job description Education A relevant professional qualification at SCQF Level 9 or above or equivalent knowledge acquired by other means. Experience Experience in both fundraising (multiple and sustainable income streams) and communications(fundraising and organisation-wide), with evidence of developing strategy and delivery as well as management and leadership of these areas. Proven success in securing income through a range of income channels including grants and trusts, partnerships, running campaigns, and raising profile. Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on activity delivery. A track record of planning and delivering successful multiple and sustainable initiatives at a local and national level. Excellent writing, storytelling, and communication skills across multiple channels. Experience of working with and supporting senior leaders (e.g. comms, media engagement). Strong organisational skills, able to juggle multiple projects with limited resources. Line management experience and ability to support junior staff in development. Experience of developing and executing a comprehensive communications strategy managing both internal communications and external engagement, ensuring a unified voice across all platforms. This includes ensuring the Communications strategy supports Penumbra s strategic goals, including service promotion, policy influence, fundraising, and brand awareness. Experience of managing projects from inception to completion. Sourcing and sharing powerful stories from service users, staff, and volunteers, using personal experiences to demonstrate the impact of Penumbra s work and humanise mental health issues. Acting as Penumbra s lead for media relations, securing press coverage and responding to media enquiries in a timely, professional manner. This includes developing relationships with key journalists, mental health advocates, and influencers to increase Penumbra s profile. Leading on the creation and delivery of public-facing campaigns to raise awareness of mental health challenges and reduce stigma, including high-profile events like Mental Health Awareness Week. Knowledge Understanding of the voluntary sector, fundraising regulatory frameworks, communications and policy context and partnership agendas. Oversee content creation across digital platforms, press releases, speeches, and internal communications. Develop and oversee brand guidelines, ensuring all internal and external materials are on-brand and adhere to the highest standards of quality. Distribute press releases, statements, and opinion pieces that showcase Penumbra s expertise and impact on mental health in Scotland. Design and implement multi-channel fundraising campaigns targeting major donors, corporate sponsors, foundations, and community partners. Knowledge of fundraising regulations, data protection and financial compliance. How to apply Closing date: Closing date is midnight, Wednesday 15th October 2025 Application: Please submit a CV and covering letter (each no more than two pages) in Word format. Interviews: Interviews will take place in Edinburgh on Thursday 30th October 2025. Please keep this date free unless I inform you that you are not progressing to interview. Queries: If you would like to ask me anything about this role which is not expressed within this candidate pack, please e-mail me and we can arrange a mutually convenient time to talk. I'd be delighted to speak to you.
About Penumbra Mental Health Penumbra Mental Health is a pioneering charity providing dedicated services for people with mild to serious and enduring mental ill health. The charity supports people on their journey to better mental health, by working with each person to find their own way forward. The power of people s lived experience enables Penumbra to deliver pioneering services which transform lives. From being there for people in crisis to suicide prevention, supported living to self-harm management and peer support. Penumbra is with those they support every step of their journey to a better place. People's experiences are at the centre of everything that it does. It also pro-actively champions peer workers; they know that recovery is possible, because they ve been there too. The value of Penumbra's approach is a deep understanding that everyone s journey is different, so it works with people to identify, believe in, and reach their goals, whatever they may be. This is a newly created role which is part of a recharged Business Development Directorate aimed at developing a range of potential income streams and building a sustainable income model, reducing the dependency on statutory income. Background information The Director of Business Development is primarily focussed on growing commercial opportunities and engaging at a strategic partnership and corporate level. The Head of Fundraising and Communications will boost the capacity and leadership of the team to develop voluntary fundraising, lead on smaller corporate partnerships, develop grants and trusts income, create and deliver headline grabbing campaigns that appeal to the wider public thereby developing an individual giving function and lead on organisational communications, including fundraising comms. You will be supported by a Communications Assistant who has a good knowledge of the charity and Fundraising Assistant. The latter post is currently vacant and, it is hoped, the Head of Fundraising will be involved in the recruitment. There is a strong pipeline of innovative projects which will create compelling cases for support with which to fundraise. The assets are in place, it just takes an exceptional fundraiser to capitalise on opportunities. Job description Education A relevant professional qualification at SCQF Level 9 or above or equivalent knowledge acquired by other means. Experience Experience in both fundraising (multiple and sustainable income streams) and communications(fundraising and organisation-wide), with evidence of developing strategy and delivery as well as management and leadership of these areas. Proven success in securing income through a range of income channels including grants and trusts, partnerships, running campaigns, and raising profile. Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on activity delivery. A track record of planning and delivering successful multiple and sustainable initiatives at a local and national level. Excellent writing, storytelling, and communication skills across multiple channels. Experience of working with and supporting senior leaders (e.g. comms, media engagement). Strong organisational skills, able to juggle multiple projects with limited resources. Line management experience and ability to support junior staff in development. Experience of developing and executing a comprehensive communications strategy managing both internal communications and external engagement, ensuring a unified voice across all platforms. This includes ensuring the Communications strategy supports Penumbra s strategic goals, including service promotion, policy influence, fundraising, and brand awareness. Experience of managing projects from inception to completion. Sourcing and sharing powerful stories from service users, staff, and volunteers, using personal experiences to demonstrate the impact of Penumbra s work and humanise mental health issues. Acting as Penumbra s lead for media relations, securing press coverage and responding to media enquiries in a timely, professional manner. This includes developing relationships with key journalists, mental health advocates, and influencers to increase Penumbra s profile. Leading on the creation and delivery of public-facing campaigns to raise awareness of mental health challenges and reduce stigma, including high-profile events like Mental Health Awareness Week. Knowledge Understanding of the voluntary sector, fundraising regulatory frameworks, communications and policy context and partnership agendas. Oversee content creation across digital platforms, press releases, speeches, and internal communications. Develop and oversee brand guidelines, ensuring all internal and external materials are on-brand and adhere to the highest standards of quality. Distribute press releases, statements, and opinion pieces that showcase Penumbra s expertise and impact on mental health in Scotland. Design and implement multi-channel fundraising campaigns targeting major donors, corporate sponsors, foundations, and community partners. Knowledge of fundraising regulations, data protection and financial compliance. How to apply Closing date: Closing date is midnight, Wednesday 15th October 2025 Application: Please submit a CV and covering letter (each no more than two pages) in Word format. Interviews: Interviews will take place in Edinburgh on Thursday 30th October 2025. Please keep this date free unless I inform you that you are not progressing to interview. Queries: If you would like to ask me anything about this role which is not expressed within this candidate pack, please e-mail me and we can arrange a mutually convenient time to talk. I'd be delighted to speak to you.
