Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) exists so nobody in Scotland suffers or dies because medical help cannot get there in time.People can get sick or have accidents anywhere and anytime. But in Scotland there are places where urgent medical help cannot reach people. Or help gets there too late. And when lives are at risk every minute matters. As a charity we rely on donations from the Scottish public, companies and communities to ensure that urgent medical help gets to the patient when it is needed, wherever they are and at whatever time of day.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced fundraising professional to join us as Head of Fundraising. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our fundraising strategy across community, events and volunteering, trusts and grants, corporate and philanthropy by crafting ambitious regional plans, nurturing high-performing teams, and driving excellence in supporter engagement and recognition. The Head of Fundraising will work collaboratively with the Individual Giving and Engagement team to drive new business pipelining and amplify fundraising campaigns, develop new fundraising products, and represent SCAA at external events and sector initiatives.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced team leader with significant experience working across a variety of fundraising disciplines and of developing and implementing fundraising strategies.
The successful candidate can be based from home, but this role will require regular travel to our bases at Perth and Aberdeen Airports and throughout Scotland. The usual hours and days of work will be Monday to Friday, 9am—5pm.
About You
* Strong background in a variety of fundraising disciplines and a track record in growing fundraising income over multiple years within a charity, non-profit or values-led organisation.
* Experience of developing and implementing fundraising strategies aligned to organisational objectives.
* Experienced team leader who can motivate, inspire and guide others to deliver results.
* Strong understanding of data protection (GDPR),confidentialityand safeguarding requirements.
* Strong knowledge of Scottish charity regulations, governance and compliance requirements.
* Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, financial processes, and procurement.
* Experience delivering community fundraising products and scaling ideas that support donor acquisition and retention.
* Ability to use insight and ambition to shape pipeline and stewardship planning.
* Understanding of CRM systems.
* Ability to deliver training to staff or volunteers on processes or systems.
* Experience of community, events, volunteering and partnerships and philanthropy fundraising.
* Experience of working with Boards or Trustees in a fundraising context.
* Annual Leave: 36 days (incl. public holidays) + an extra day for your birthday (and additional days with long service)
* Death in Service benefit: 3 times annual salary
* Optional Private Medical Insurance plan and Cashplan
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Enhanced Maternity/Adoption/Paternity Pay
* Access to Blue Light Card
* Learning and Development Opportunities
Selection Process
First interviews will take place at our base at Perth Airport in Scone duringthe week commencing 25th May. Second stage interviews will be held at our Perth basethe week commencing 1st June.
How to apply
Please refer to the full job pack on our website.
Application deadline is 5pm on Sunday 10th May 2026.
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