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Head of Development
National Galleries Of Scotland
Full-time and Permanent Salary £52,406 - £60,809 per annum (pay award pending) Plus generous benefits and hybrid / flexible working About the role We are looking for an ambitious and strategic Head of Development to lead the National Galleries of Scotland’s fundraising and philanthropic efforts at an exciting time for the organisation. This pivotal role will deliver our long-term strategy to increase our philanthropic income. You will lead and shape the future of fundraising, supporting key major projects such as The Art Works and the Upper Mound Level Galleries (UMLG). You will play a central role in helping us achieve our target of raising £50 million over the next five years to 2030. This will come from multiple income streams, and a key challenge of the role will be to establish philanthropic income as the core of our regular income sources. Annual targets will be agreed in partnership with the Director General and Director of Audience and Development. You will be an experienced fundraising professional who is entrepreneurial, innovative, and passionate about philanthropy. You will have a deep understanding of fundraising principles and methodology, with a proven record of turning strategy into action. As a natural leader, you will motivate and develop a high-performing team, setting direction while coaching colleagues to deliver objectives and priorities. You will be confident in building meaningful relationships with senior supporters and inspiring them to invest in the vision and mission of the National Galleries of Scotland (NGS). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as you will represent NGS to key stakeholders, donors, and external partners. This is a rare opportunity to join NGS at an exciting time, leading a programme of philanthropic growth that will have a lasting impact on Scotland’s national collections and ensure the galleries remain accessible, inspiring, and world-class for generations to come. The difference you’ll make The Development team is part of the Directorate of Audience and Development alongside, Marketing, Communications, Digital Content, Audience Insight, and the Trading Company. The Audience and Development directorate is responsible for overseeing the commercial and philanthropic income and promoting NGS to the widest possible public. Reporting directly to the Director of Audience and Development, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to: -Devising and implementing the fundraising strategy to significantly increase the sums raised for both revenue and capital projects. -Working across the galleries with key stakeholders to create and develop suitable and achievable projects to attract funding, specifically working with the Leadership Team (LT) and Heads of Department. Developing the pool of potential supporters, identifying, and accessing individual, corporate and trust prospects and developing personal relationships with senior and influential individuals likely to support the activities of NGS on an ongoing basis. -Developing and coaching all colleagues in the team into ambitious, enthusiastic team colleagues driven by results. -Managing a range of fundraising programmes and being proactive in delivering new fundraising programmes, from increasing gifts for visitors, legacies, and introducing new fundraising techniques. Developing a comprehensive strategy for membership across the existing programmes of Patrons and American Patrons, with a view to increasing both the number of members and the number of people participating in annual giving. -Ensuring that excellent fundraising administration supports the fundraising campaigns from database management, processing of donors and gift aid and detailed reporting to LT Income Group. -Representing NGS as part of the management team at various external bodies about philanthropy, presenting fundraising strategies and annual plans to Trustees, senior management, and senior stakeholders. Being ultimately responsible for research into potential donors, monitoring any gifts and corporate support and ensuring that there is no risk involved in acceptance. -Overseeing the volunteer strategy for the organisation, ensuring ongoing alignment with overall organisational strategy and people strategy ensuring outcomes are delivered. Who we are looking for To succeed in this role, you’ll need the following range of knowledge, skills, and experience: -A significant track record of successful professional fundraising, with demonstrable experience in areas of major gift fundraising, individual and trusts, membership fundraising and giving and corporate sponsorship. -Excellent people management skills to motivate and inspire the team. -A demonstrable understanding of the principles and methodology of fundraising. Excellent project management skills, with ability to scope and implement projects. -Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, from written reports, formal presentations and one to one meetings, with the ability to present the work of the institution succinctly and with enthusiasm. In particular, to demonstrate the ability to ask and secure gifts from senior supporters and to develop long term relationships with key donors. - The ability to create a strategic approach to fundraising, engaging NGS staff, trustees, and volunteers. An ability to manage a wide ranging and varied portfolio of projects, meeting tight deadlines and being flexible to meet new opportunities. -A working knowledge of fundraising infrastructure including fundraising database (Spetrix), donor processing, and gift aid. -An ability to monitor and evaluate the success of fundraising programmes and initiatives. -An entrepreneurial approach, demonstrating creativity, innovation, and passion with regard to philanthropy. It would also be great if you have: -An interest in fine art and the cultural sector in general. -Experience in working with press and marketing. -Knowledge of digital fundraising. -Good financial and accounting knowledge. Please apply directly via our careers portal. Applications via email will not be accepted. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Tuesday, 02 December 2025.
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 2 December 2025
Call to Artists for the Leuchie Lighthouse Trail
Leuchie
Submit your designs to be a part of the Leuchie Lighthouse Trail 2026 - where 15 lighthouse sculptures will shine a light over East Lothian! Launching in the summer of 2026, this spectacular public art event will light up the streets and open spaces of North Berwick with 15 uniquely designed lighthouse will be a free, fun, and family-friendly trail. Whether you're a painter, illustrator, graphic designer or street artist, this is your chance to turn an 8ft tall lighthouse sculpture into a beacon of imagination. Your work will be seen and celebrated by thousands throughout the summer, creating something that echoes beyond the trail. We welcome submissions from artists across Scotland, but we're especially excited to engage with the vibrant East Lothian arts community. Commissioned artists will receive a £1000 honorarium.
Location: East Lothian and Edinburgh City
Deadline: 4 December 2025
Film Screening: Preparation for the Next life
ESEA Creatives
Join us for an exclusive preview of Preparation for the Next Life, the latest feature from Oscar-nominated director Bing Liu. Each film ticket includes a complimentary drink! Adapted from the award-winning novel, this story offers an unflinching look at displacement, trauma, and unexpected connection in a city that both shelters and devours those who arrive seeking a new life. Settle in for an intimate and affecting drama. This screening forms part of MilkTea’s Supersize programme and marks a special collaboration between MilkTea and ESEA Creatives to platform ESEA narratives, cinema and cultural storytelling. Programme Schedule 14.30 Doors open 14.45 Introduction 15.00 Screening begins 16.50 Screening ends About the Film Preparation for the Next Life is distributed in the UK by MetFilm Distribution and screened as part of MilkTea’s Supersize initiative, supported by the BFI with funding from the National Lottery. After the film, you are warmly invited to join the ESEA Creatives End of Year Party at Wu Asia Pacific. Tickets sold separately. Ticket link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/esea-creatives-end-of-year-party-tickets-1974977178907
Location: Cameo Picturehouse, 38 Home St, Edinburgh EH3 9LZ
Deadline: 6 December 2025
Beyond the Draft
National Theatre of Scotland
Beyond the Draft is a free, eight-week programme for six playwrights in Scotland who self-identify as experiencing barriers to access within the theatre sector. These could be early-career playwrights or those with more experience in the arts who feel disadvantaged by a lack of access to creative education or formal training. Applications open: Wed 12 Nov 2025 Applications close: Wed 3 Dec 2025 Programme dates: Saturday afternoons from Sat 17 of Jan 2026 to Sat 14 Mar 2026 (with a break Sat 28 Feb) This group was created by early-career playwrights who recognise how hard it can be to find space to learn and grow without the pressure to fit into an existing market, prove yourself to institutions, or produce the 'next big play.' Opportunities like this are rare, especially for artists who experience barriers to access. The focus is creating a space that centres development, not output — where writers can find community, build confidence, and grow their craft on their own terms. The final sessions will be developed in collaboration with the programme’s workshop leaders and facilitators and tailored to the needs of the group, but will include sessions that explore theatrical structure, developing your voice as a playwright, and decolonised dramaturgy.
Location: Glasgow
Deadline: 3 December 2025
CreativeMornings: Kneading Change with Marta Monellini, Company Bakery
CreativeMornings Edinburgh
CreativeMornings Edinburgh is a free monthly breakfast lecture series that brings people together for connection and inspiration. For our final event of the year, we are looking ahead to a special morning with Marta Monellini from Company Bakery. She'll take us through the story behind one of Edinburgh’s most loved bakeries, from their early loaves to the round-the-clock operation they run today. Marta will talk about the choices that shaped their growth and the steady adaptability that keeps their brand and work evolving. And because this is our last event of the year, Company Bakery are baking a cake (the best breakfast food!) to celebrate the year we’ve had together, and Machina will be bringing their festive coffee, with notes of marzipan, poached pear and cocoa. It feels like such a lovely way to celebrate everyone who has helped bring CreativeMornings Edinburgh back to life this year. We’ll be meeting at Summerhall from 8.30 - 10am for creative connection over coffee and breakfast, featuring flowers from Broughton Street Flowers. It’s our final gathering of the year, and it should be a lovely way to close out 2025 together. As always, tickets are free but limited! We'd love to see you there.
Location: Summerhall
Deadline: 5 December 2025
Trustee | Chair of Audit and Risk Committee
Edinburgh International Book Festival
The Edinburgh International Book Festival is seeking a new member to join its Board of Trustees and to serve as Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee. We are looking to appoint an experienced chartered accountant who can bring strong financial expertise/skills to support the Festival’s strategic direction.
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 8 December 2025
Lead Artists for Young Artists programme
The Citizens Theatre
We are looking to hear from theatre practitioners whose expertise focuses on working with Young People aged 12-17. In the first instance, we are seeking to appoint two freelance practitioners to join us to deliver weekly sessions as part of our new Young Artists programme starting in January 2026
Location: Glasgow
Deadline: 3 December 2025
ESEA Creatives End of Year Party
ESEA Creatives
Join us as we wrap up an incredible year and honour the creative journeys, friendships and momentum that have shaped 2025. This event is open to all ESEA creatives, friends, allies and anyone curious to connect with our community. Whether you’ve been part of our journey from the beginning or are meeting the community for the first time, you are warmly welcome. Event Details Date: Saturday 6 December Time: 5.30pm onward Venue: Wu Asia Pacific, Edinburgh Expect a relaxed, playful and heart-warming evening filled with: - A festive spread of canapés and sushi prepared by Wu Asia Pacific - A complimentary welcome drink for those coming from the film screening - Community carol singing - Optional karaoke and party games - Time to unwind, chat and connect And of course... mince pies! If you feel inspired, bring along an instrument. Ukulele, kazoo, triangle, harmonica... anything that brings a smile counts. Tickets £10 (+ booking fee)
Location: WU Asia Pacific, 5 Queen Street, Edinburgh
Deadline: 6 December 2025
Group Online Book Launch
Scottish BPOC Writers Network
Join us for an online book launch event! All SBWN events will adhere to our Safer Spaces Policy. This session is open to Black writers & writers of colour* and to white/non-BPOC writers and attendees. Come and help us celebrate authors who have recently self-published/published with an indie publisher, and come together to celebrate and help promote their work! In this event we’ll be featuring authors Michael Fellowes and his novel Scarlet and the White, poet Mohammed Salihu with his poetry collection Voices from the Soil: Wounds and Wisdom, and Yasmin Hanif with her picture book Abdullah’s Bear Needs a Name! Katie Goh is the host for this event. Tickets: £10/£6 for members| £15 for Allies and Friends of SBWN
Location: Online
Deadline: 9 December 2025