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Supporting Scotland’s vibrant voluntary sector

Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations is the membership organisation for Scotland's charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises. Charity registered in Scotland SC003558. Registered office Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG.

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Community Funds Advisor

Foundation Scotland
Full time
Remote: Home-based within reasonable distance of south-west Scotland
£37,831
12-month fixed term contract.
Closing 2 July 2025
Advertised from 17 June 2025

Role

Foundation Scotland is an independent charity that provides funding to charities, social enterprises and community organisations. We do this on behalf of over 400 individuals, charitable trusts and companies.

Our Communities Team enables and empowers communities across Scotland to devise and implement their own strategies for local funds coming from a range of sources, notably renewables businesses. We provide fund governance, grant administration and related services for a range of commercial and community-sector clients, combined with a commitment to community-led approaches.

We are seeking a Community Funds Advisor to support the team delivering a portfolio of work in south-west Scotland for a 12 month fixed term contract. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on variety, challenge, and meaningful impact to join our team.  

Reporting to the Community Fund Manager, you will bring experience in grant making, community development or related environments, coupled with excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills, the ability to learn and adapt quickly and a strong commitment to community-led approaches.

Application notes

More detail about the role and experience required, and how to apply is available on the Foundation Scotland website Work with us | Foundation Scotland 

Please note, that while this role is home based, regular travel around south-west Scotland will be required, with attendance at evening community meetings.

The deadline for applications is 12noon, Wednesday 2nd July. Interviews are planned to be online on Wednesday 16th July.

If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact jane@foundationscotland.org.uk