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Head of Employability
- Full time
- Hybrid: Fife-wide, offices in Glenrothes, Kirkcaldy and Dunfermline, with options to work from home.
- £40,000
- 35 hours per week. Working pattern can be flexible across the working week to meet the needs of the role
- Closing 31 May 2026
- Advertised from 15 May 2026
Role
Fife Voluntary Action is seeking a Head of Employability who will be the strategic lead for the co-ordination and collaboration of third sector employability services, and who will represent the sector strategically. You will work collaboratively with statutory and third sector partners to maximise the contribution and impact of the third sector on improving employment outcomes in Fife.
In this role, you will:
- Represent the sector at strategic partnership meetings, specifically the Opportunities Fife Partnership (OFP) Board
- Proactively build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders at all levels to understand national and local challenges and emerging issues
- Inform, support and promote transparent commissioning of services through OFP and related funding
- Chair and lead on the Employability Forum, Third Sector Employability Conversations and OFP People and Skills Community of Practice
- Lead a team delivering on employability, lived experience and digital inclusion
We’re looking for someone with:
- Experience of working in or with third sector employability organisations and services.
- Excellent understanding of issues affecting the employability sector, including local and national policy
- Excellent communication and partnership skills.
- Experience of line management
Why join us?
- Be part of a team improving the lives of people in Fife.
- Flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment.
Apply now and help shape a stronger, fairer Fife!
Benefits
Benefits of working for FVA include:
· 37 days’ annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) for full-time staff, pro rata for part-time staff
· Free onsite parking in Glenrothes and Kirkcaldy
· Confidential counselling helpline
· Access to unlimited, free GP appointments 24/7 via remote technology
Application notes
How to apply: Visit Working with FVA where you will find the job description and person specification, as well as the job application form and guidance document. Please complete the job application form and e-mail it to hr@fva.org
The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 31 May 2026.
Interviews will be held on Friday 12 June 2026.
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