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Self-employed Fundraiser

Parents For Future Scotland
Part time, Other
Hybrid: Glasgow
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Are you passionate about making a difference to the climate crisis by inspiring parents to take action on air pollution, fossil fuels and creating systemic change? Do you have experience of writing funding bids and community fundraising? Then this role could be for you! We are particularly keen to hear from people who experience marginalisation and minoritisation or who are often excluded from decision-making processes. For example, people of colour; people from working-class backgrounds; people from LGBTQ and migrant communities; care-experienced young people and people with disabilities. Parents for Future Scotland began as a grassroots group of parents seeking to make climate action the norm among all parents in Scotland. We became a charity 2 years ago. We are in the midst of a big step change, increasing our influence and reach across the country, and we need you to help us in doing that. This post is based in Glasgow, therefore the ability to commute to Glasgow at least once per week is essential We currently have 12 self-employed staff across Aberdeen, Glasgow and Edinburgh. We have around 12 funders, each of whom fund us for a 1 year span. We have one multi-year funder, from which this post is paid. In the next 2 years we want to move from a self-employed team to a staff team and must secure large multi-year funds to do this. We would also like to build our reserves to 3 years’ running costs in approximately 5 years time. We do not plan to expand into other geographical locales or pilot new schemes until our existing posts are secure, however we may choose to increase the time key team members have to work on programmes and your role will be essential to realising this. The expectation is that the postholder will lead on fundraising for the organisation, supporting and advising the CEO, Admin Manager and Programme Manager on the fundraising strategy and devising the best approach for the organisation. Fundraising Alongside the CEO create a robust fundraising strategy. Support the organisation to implement an evaluation framework across all its programmes which captures key information in order to write high quality bids Identify small and large funders which are a good fit for the organisation through research and phone calls, ensuring that every bid we write has the highest chance of success that we can achieve. Hook into key networks; Foundation Scotland, Environmental Funders, TSI’s etc. and, alongside the CEO, utilise networks to create a relationship with potential funders. Work with the programme staff and the CEO to ensure that our programmes are visible to key decision makers, making continuation funding more likely. Maintain relationships with existing funders alongside the Programme Manager and the Programme Team. Ensure that high quality reports are submitted and that communication with funders is on point. Support existing funders to visit our programmes in order to support understanding of the work taking place and the need for the work where appropriate/helpful. Alongside the Admin Manager, support with forecasting and ensure contingency plans are in place in order to continue existing contracts within the organisation. Write high quality, large funding bids that will support us in securing multi-year funding, providing more security for the organisation In accordance with the fundraising strategy create a portfolio of community fundraising events in the year for our movement members, schools and other audiences to take part in If appropriate create a fundraising working group with members from the movement Ensure that people signing up to become members with us have every opportunity to become regular donors. Maintain communication with all regular donors to thank them and inspire them appropriately. Work with the whole team to support the creation of a fundraising culture within the orgnaisation so that every team member thinks about fundraising opportunities in everything they do. Support our comms both on the website, socials and WhatsApp channel to ensure that these are effective fundraising tools. A knowledge of the funding landscape in at least Scotland and the UK At least 3 years in a senior fundraising role Experience of writing funding bids and being responsible for a portfolio of funders worth £300,000 or more Experience of leading on and securing large multi-year funding bids Experience of creating and executing a fundraising strategy successfully within a growing organisation. Ideally experience of community fundraising and building a portfolio of events which are worth £10K or above An ability to package a varied portfolio of work to speak to different audiences including funders, donors and community members. Proven ability to strategise Passion, drive and enthusiasm in our ability to tackle the climate crisis through system change and an understanding of what this might require. The ability to work well in a team and to make connections with trusts, donors, supporters, volunteers etc and understand what each want/need Ability to work with the self-employed staff team and support/empower them to support fundraising appropriately. Flexibility to work in a changing landscape in a small charity. Strategy - to bring ideas and creativity and to understand how these fit within the wider strategic goals of PfFS An ability to take instruction and to work independently/take self-responsibility 4 days per week for 2 years (46 weeks per year at £200 per day.) Total per annum is £36,800. Total contract amount is £73,600. We offer a flexible working environment Working from home (we are in the process of finding an office in the next few months. Due to the role working so closely with colleagues we would recommend that this role spend time at the Glasgow office once established) We are a fledgling organisation so your skills/expertise will help shape our direction You will work closely with the CEO, who has a fundraising background and can support where needed Many fundraising roles are burn-out and unsustainable. This is a role where your creativity, passion and skills can shine and you will not be used like a commodity!

Engagement Officer, Scotland

Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
Full time
£29,825
Hybrid: Scotland - Hybrid with the opportunity to work from your nearest Walk Wheel Cycle Trust hub
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Team: Delivery/SCNI As the Engagement Officer, you will help people and communities choose walking, wheeling and cycling for everyday journeys. You will plan and deliver projects, events and activities that encourage active travel and bring people together. You will build positive relationships with community groups, partners and stakeholders, helping them to get involved and make a difference locally. You will manage project plans, budgets and records, making sure activities are organised and delivered effectively, whilst supporting community engagement initiatives. You will also work closely with volunteers, supporting their involvement in projects and occasionally helping with volunteer recruitment. Through this work, you will contribute to the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust's wider goals of creating healthier, safer and more accessible communities. What You’ll Be Doing Planning and deliver activities and events that encourage people to walk, wheel and cycle more often, working with schools, community groups and partner organisations. Support the delivery of behaviour change and engagement projects, working with your line manager to plan activities, organise tasks and maintain project records and documentation. Apply equality, diversity and inclusion principles in all aspects of your work, helping to ensure activities are welcoming, accessible and inclusive for everyone. Build and maintain positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, partners and volunteers, raising awareness of the benefits of active travel and encouraging people to get involved. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys engaging with communities, inspiring positive behaviour change, organising events and activities, and working with partners to help more people choose walking, wheeling and cycling for everyday journeys. We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. Experience engaging with children, young people and schools, building positive relationships and encouraging participation in activities and events. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and write reports for a range of audiences. Experience working collaboratively as part of a team and developing effective relationships with colleagues, partners, volunteers and stakeholders. Ability to organise and manage your own workload, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines while working across multiple projects. The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk. At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we’re a values‑driven organisation. We’re looking for people who are: Always Learning – curious, open‑minded and committed to continuous improvement. Championing Equity – inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed. Taking Ownership – proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better. Delivering Together – collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success. Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully. 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working. Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro rata for part-time staff). Staff volunteer days. 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service. We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes. Up to two extra days of paid leave (pro rata for part‑time colleagues) when travelling sustainably for holidays Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. Bike, computer and season ticket loans. Discount benefits. London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London). Death in service benefit – 3 times annual salary. Family-friendly Enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Flexible Working practices (full-time hours are 35 per week, Monday - Friday).

Trustee

Scottish Wildlife Trust
Management Board
Hybrid: Main office is in Leigh, Edinburgh. Council welcomes applications from throughout Scotland.
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Scotland’s leading nature conservation charity is looking to co-opt a Trustee with knowledge and experience of nature conservation, land management practices and an understanding of relevant policy. This role includes being part of the Conservation Committee, a sub-committee which reports into our main Board of Trustees (“Council”) and provides vital oversight of conservation at the Trust. For over 60 years, the Scottish Wildlife Trust has worked with its members, partners and supporters in pursuit of its vision of healthy, resilient ecosystems across Scotland’s land and seas. The Trust successfully champions the cause of wildlife through policy and campaigning work, demonstrates best practice through practical conservation and innovative partnerships, and inspires people to take positive action through its education and engagement activities. The Trust manages a network of over 100 wildlife reserves across Scotland and is a member of the UK-wide Wildlife Trusts movement. Nature conservation has never been more important, and this is an exceptional opportunity to join a vibrant and committed Board of Trustees, which provides the governance function for the charity. Most members of Council are directly elected by the membership, but this will be a co-opted position. The successful candidate will have: Experience and knowledge of nature conservation and land management practices; additionally, experience focused on the third/charitable sector would be desirable An understanding of nature conservation policy relating to Scotland Ability to think strategically and differentiate between strategy and operations Ability to constructively challenge fellow Trustees and senior management A strong personal commitment to environmental issues and the Trust’s mission and values The post is without remuneration, but reasonable out-of-pocket expenses may be reclaimed If you would like to play a role in achieving the Trust’s vision of a network of healthy, resilient ecosystems across Scotland’s land and seas, we would love to hear from you. For further details, please refer to the Application Information Pack on the Scottish Wildlife Trust's website. If you would like more information please contact [email protected].

CARES Community LaunchPad Officer Assistant Officer (Dunkeld & Birnam)

Community Energy Scotland
Full time, Part time
£28,330 - £32,300
Hybrid, Remote: Dunkeld & Birnam, to cover the Perth & Kinross area.
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Community Energy Scotland is recruiting an Assistant Project Officer or Project Officer (post assigned dependent on skills and experience, with responsibilities allocated accordingly to the successful candidates) for the post of CARES Community LaunchPad Officer/Assistant Officer based in Dunkeld & Birnam, to cover the Perth & Kinross area. We are looking to recruit an energetic, well-organised and self-motivated individual to support the local communities to build their capacity, develop new community energy project ideas and work alongside them to apply for funding and deliver projects. Training as required, personal development opportunities, and support will be provided by Community Energy Scotland. As part of a team of CARES Community LaunchPad Officers, you’ll build the capacity of community groups within your allocated geographical region to develop community energy projects. The Project Officers will be able to share learnings with each other and draw on the support of expert teams within Community Energy Scotland and its partners.

Reserve Officer – North East

Scottish Wildlife Trust
Part time
£28,115
On site: Inverurie
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The Scottish Wildlife Trust is looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Reserve Officer to help plan, coordinate and deliver practical land conservation management across 4 wildlife reserves across North East Scotland. Working closely with colleagues, volunteers, contractors and local communities, you will deliver habitat management, ecological monitoring, volunteer leadership and public engagement activities that support the conservation of some of Scotland's most valuable wildlife sites. Plan, deliver and report on practical land management works. Assess conservation land management options across a range of habitats and work with the Reserve Manager to produce management plans/statements for reserves. Undertake practical reserve management works (including coppicing, felling non – native trees, fencing, planting native trees, path work, invasive species control). Undertake and manage the maintenance of tools and equipment for relevant reserves, including machinery. Ensure all groundworks are assessed, and where relevant, safely remove (non-aerial) hazardous windblown or storm damaged branches or small trees. Assist with the development of new conservation projects on selected reserves. Ensure compliance with health and safety of all operations, including safe working practices, premises safety, and reserve safety. Carry out the annual programme of site risk assessments, formal reserve inspections and tree safety inspections on allocated reserves. The role covers 4 reserves: Gight Wood (majority of workload) Longhaven Cliffs Red Moss of Netherley Coulnacriag Meadow Relevant degree or N/SVQ Level 3 / 4 or equivalent relating to countryside management. Certificate for trailer, all-terrain vehicles or willingness to undergo relevant training to achieve this. 2 years of proven experience of planning, delivering conservation management work and volunteer supervision. Demonstrable experience in the safe use and maintenance of hand and power tools. Strong natural history knowledge and the ability to relate species and habitats to practical conservation management; specifically native woodlands, lowland peatbogs, wildflower meadows and riparian habitats. Strong communication and organisational skills. Chainsaw operator’s certificates to Lantra Standards for crosscutting and maintenance, felling and processing of trees up to 380mm and processing uprooted and windblown trees (desirable). Use and maintenance of strimmer’s and brush cutters. Herbicide Qualifications PA1 and PA6 (desirable). This is an excellent opportunity to make a direct contribution to nature recovery in Scotland while working across a diverse range of habitats and engaging with local communities, volunteers and partners. Join us and help protect and restore Scotland's wildlife.

Non-Executive Directors

Edinburgh & Lothians Greenspace Trust
Management Board
On site: Edinburgh
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What would Edinburgh and the Lothians look like if everyone could access quality greenspaces that support their health and wellbeing? That’s the ambition behind the work of Edinburgh & Lothians Greenspace Trust (ELGT). For more than 30 years, we’ve been working with communities and partners to create and improve greenspaces across the region – delivering practical projects that benefit people and nature, support biodiversity and climate resilience, and help people connect with their local environment. We’re now looking for up to five new Non-Executive Directors to join our Board and help shape the next chapter of ELGT. We’re looking for people who can bring experience, insight and constructive challenge to our Board, and who share our commitment to the role greenspaces can play in creating healthier, more connected communities and a better environment. We’re particularly interested in people with experience in Financial management, accounting, audit, governance, risk and financial sustainability. Fundraising strategy, securing investment and developing sustainable income. Biodiversity, woodland management, nature restoration and environmental policy Understanding how organisational strategy, change and workforce decisions affect people, organisational capability and long-term sustainability. These are our current priority areas, but they aren’t the only things we value. If you bring different experience, perspectives or skills and share our commitment to ELGT’s vision, we’d love to hear from you. You don’t need previous Board experience. We’ll provide a full induction and support you to contribute effectively as a Director and Trustee. The role is unpaid, with reasonable expenses reimbursed, and involves around half a day a month on average including four Board meetings a year, the AGM and some additional supporting activity.

PREPARE Programme Co-ordinator x 2

Belfast Healthy Cities
Full time
£44,962
Hybrid: Glasgow
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The city of Belfast is a designated member of the World Health Organization (WHO) European Healthy Cities Network and has been since its establishment in 1987. Belfast Healthy Cities (BHC) has worked successfully during these years to implement the WHO requirements for designated cities within the local policy, political and administrative arrangements. As secretariat for UK Healthy Cities and Towns Network, BHC will lead PREPARE. A threeyear UK-wide programme, working with the members, including Glasgow City Council and the UK Healthy Cities & Towns Network, alongside community, voluntary and statutory sector partners. The programme will support communities to prepare for climate and health emergencies by bringing together lived experience, community knowledge and statutory emergency planning. It will create opportunities for communities to influence preparedness planning, develop practical tools and resources, and strengthen connections between communities and emergency planning structures. PREPARE will deliver community preparedness conversations in Belfast and Glasgow; develop a lived-experience evidence brief; co-produce and test a Community Preparedness Framework; develop training resources for community and voluntary organisations; and produce policy learning for local and national emergency planners. Learning will be shared across the UK Healthy Cities and Towns Network and the WHO Healthy Cities Network.

Air Pollution Coordinator (self-employed) – Edinburgh

Parents For Future Scotland
Part time, Other
Hybrid: Edinburgh
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Are you experienced in building community power and supporting communities to get active through walking and cycling schemes? Are you passionate about tackling air pollution, supporting families to choose active travel, and raising the voices of communities most affected by climate change but least often heard? If so, we would love to hear from you! We are particularly keen to hear from people who experience marginalisation and minoritisation or who are often excluded from decision-making processes. For example, people of colour; people from working-class backgrounds; people from LGBTQ+ and migrant communities; care-experienced young people and people with disabilities. Parents for Future Scotland began as a grassroots group of parents seeking to make climate action the norm among all parents in Scotland. We became a registered charity in 2024 and are now a small, self-employed team with a growing network of activists. We seek to make climate action the norm among all parents in Scotland. We are growing our influence and reach across the country, supporting parents and communities to take action on climate change and work towards a climate-safe future for every child. We are looking for an enthusiastic, community-focused Coordinator to support schools and families across Edinburgh to improve air quality and increase walking, wheeling and cycling to school. Working with schools, parents, community partners and the Air Pollution Manager, you will help establish and develop walking buses, bike buses and other active travel initiatives. You will support parents and community members to develop the skills and confidence to lead their own initiatives, helping create lasting change within school communities. This is a hands-on role involving relationship-building, community organising, volunteer development, training and practical support for active travel schemes and air pollution workshops. You will also help schools develop sustainable approaches to active travel, encourage peer-to-peer learning and contribute to the wider aims of Parents for Future Scotland. Set clear expectations with schools about their commitments and what they need to deliver to participate in the clean air project. Establish strong relationships with key school staff and maintain regular contact to support project delivery and promotion. Support the establishment and development of walking buses and bike buses across participating schools. Assist with route planning, risk assessments and volunteer coordination. Attend and support bike and walking buses on the mornings they operate until they are fully established and self-sustaining. Promote safe cycling practices and active travel behaviours within school communities. Identify potential community “leads” who can galvanise groups and take ownership of walking and bike buses. Build relationships with these individuals and identify development opportunities alongside the Air Pollution Manager. Run training sessions for parents on topics such as starting a walking or bike bus, facilitating an air pollution workshop and developing community organising skills. Build a pool of volunteers able to deliver air pollution workshops in schools by training volunteers in workshop facilitation and workshop content, and arranging sessions with participating schools. Support the delivery of parent-to-parent air pollution workshops within schools. Promote Parents for Future Scotland among parents and support community members to become involved in the organisation. Facilitate peer-to-peer support and knowledge-sharing between schemes across different schools. Work closely with the Air Pollution Manager to develop and implement an effective project strategy. Liaise with cycling organisations, local authorities and community partners. Collect monitoring and evaluation data throughout the project. Post regularly on our social media channels and actively participate in our WhatsApp community. Contribute to wider discussions on active travel, climate action and public health. Essential You must be able to competently ride a bike. Be a qualified Cycle Ride Leader and First Aid trained, or be willing to undertake these qualifications. Appropriate training will be provided for those who do not currently hold them. You will be an ambassador for Parents for Future Scotland on the ground. It is vital that you feel inspired by our vision, mission and aims, and have a proven ability to motivate and inspire others. Experience of delivering and managing community projects. Proven ability to tailor messaging to different audiences. Proven experience of building strong relationships with partner organisations, communities facing additional barriers and local councils. Proven experience of building the skills, confidence and capacity of communities. Experience of devising and facilitating workshops, meetings and community discussions. Experience of monitoring and evaluation, data collection and report writing. An understanding of active travel, public health, environmental issues or behaviour change. An understanding of social justice perspectives and the systems that cause climate breakdown. Desirable Previous experience of working on sustainability and/or active travel-related community projects or initiatives. Experience of working with schools, parents, volunteers or community groups to develop and sustain local initiatives. A self-employed contract for 4 days per week during school term time, running from 1 December 2026 until 30 June 2027. A day rate of £150 per day. The total contract value will depend on the number of agreed working days available during the contract period. A flexible working environment, with working arrangements planned around the needs of participating schools and the wider project. The opportunity to work from home when not delivering activities in schools or meeting partners and community members. The opportunity to help shape and develop our work in Edinburgh and support long-term, community-led change. The opportunity to work collaboratively with the wider Parents for Future Scotland team, with support from the Air Pollution Manager. The role requires availability for at least three school commute mornings per week during term time (Monday–Friday). There may be occasions when additional mornings are required, depending on project needs. Specific mornings will be agreed with the successful candidate and planned around the needs of participating schools and the wider project. As this is a locally focused, hands-on role, applicants should live in or near Edinburgh and be able to travel to participating schools and community activities.

HR Service Advisor

Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations
Part time
£43,255 - £48,060
Hybrid: Glasgow or Edinburgh, with the option to work from home.
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Looking to work for a flexible and family friendly organisation doing amazing HR work to support Scotland’s charity sector? Our HR advice service is in demand and we’re looking for an HR generalist to join our busy team. You’ll answer diverse and often complex HR cases from voluntary organisations, providing best practice and best fit HR advice, developing resources, and contributing to the recruitment and retention of HR Service subscribers. If you have experience of providing generalist HR advice and guidance at Officer / Advisor level, and have CIPD Level 5, we’d like to hear from you! If you're excited about this role and believe your skills and experience could help you succeed in it, we'd love to hear from you, even if you don't meet all the person specification. We share our interview questions in advance. We will fully consider flexible working requests, including working from home. If you want to have a chat about the job or our flexible working approach, get in touch with us at [email protected] SCVO is the membership organisation for the voluntary sector in Scotland. Our mission is to champion the role of voluntary organisations in building a flourishing society and support them to do work that has a positive impact.

Project & Partnership Manager

Changeworks
Full time
£37,992 - £41,383
Hybrid: Edinburgh or Inverness (2 locations)
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We are looking for an experienced and motivated Project & Partnership Manager to lead the delivery of an innovative programme supporting vulnerable households affected by the Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) switch-off. Working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders you will oversee the end-to-end customer journey, ensuring vulnerable householders receive the practical support they need to overcome the barriers to having their meter upgraded while remaining connected to their energy supply. As the Project Manager you will be responsible for mobilising and delivering the project from start to finish ensuring it is delivered on time and within budget. This role sits within Changeworks Retrofit Delivery team, and you will be working alongside specialists with a proven track record in delivering large-scale retrofit programmes. A skilled project team will be on hand to provide technical expertise, operational support and guidance throughout the project lifecycle. To deliver this project, we are looking for someone with strong project and partnership management skills and a proven ability to bring people together to deliver successful outcomes. You will be collaborative and solutions-focussed with an ability to manage competing priorities to ensure the vulnerable people supported by this project have a positive experience. The role is offered on a fixed term basis, for a period of 2 years. About us Changeworks is a great place to work. We hold Investors in People Platinum accreditation (something only a few organisations in Scotland have), and our staff overwhelmingly would recommend us as an employer too. The Climate Emergency has resulted in ambitious national targets to reduce carbon emissions from the built environment and reduce rates of fuel poverty. This has driven a significant increase in the number of pilot and large-scale interventions delivered by Changeworks and external organisations in this area. These include area-based domestic energy efficiency retrofit and decarbonisation projects and programmes. We are a growing organisation, and this role is crucial to the delivery of our ambitious objectives. We want to decarbonise homes in Scotland on a massive scale, and that needs talented individuals like you to help us deliver on our objectives. You’ll receive full training plus coaching and mentoring. We offer a wide range of staff benefits including flexible working, bike to work scheme, an excellent pension scheme and 26 days paid holiday plus 9 public holidays per year. At Changeworks, we welcome and encourage applications from everyone.