Jobs in Sighthill & Gorgie, Edinburgh

The Climate and Environment Officer role supports our Environment and Climate Change Manager, helping coordinate the National Trust for Scotland’s climate change and environmental management activities, and the delivery and mainstreaming of the Trust’s environmental objectives.

This is an exciting opportunity to work for Scotland's largest conservation charity, helping us reduce our carbon footprint and improving our environmental performance.

The role will include data collection, analysis and performance reporting, helping develop policies and standards, sourcing advice and expertise, and supporting the development of internal networks, including our Green Champions, and the Climate and Environment Group.

Four Square Scotland is an Edinburgh charity working for more than 40 years to prevent homelessness and promote inclusion. We provide services directly to people who are homeless, or who are at risk of homelessness to overcome any barriers they may face in creating a stable life for themselves in their community. At the core of Four Square are the values upon which the Organisation is based. These are equally applied to the people we support, our colleagues and our partners and are: Integrity; Excellence; Dignity; Support.

We are driven by our mission to ensure everyone has the opportunity to have a home and a place in their community.

Our Homeless prevention services are designed to address and mitigate the factors that can lead individuals and families to become homeless. The primary purpose of the service is to intervene before people lose their homes, providing support and resources to help them maintain stable housing and support to get a home.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our team as a Community-Based Practitioner, specialising in homeless prevention. In this role, you will focus on proactive measures to prevent homelessness within the community by providing support, resources, and advocacy to individuals at risk.

Are you looking to make a difference? Would you like to reduce isolation and loneliness by empowering people to take positive steps to improve their health and wellbeing and that of their wider community?

B healthy together has an exciting opportunity to join our small, dynamic, grassroots charity.

This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop activities responding to community-identified needs, directly addressing the impact of health inequalities, poverty, and social isolation.

BHT activities currently comprise adult and child cooking sessions, community meals, health and wellbeing workshops, craft group, seated yoga, chair exercise, and a walking group.

We are looking for a non-judgmental, inclusive and collaborative person who thinks creatively and develops imaginative solutions. You will be part of a team, working together towards a common goal.

About us

Young Sea Changers Scotland (YSCS) is a Scottish charity (SC052142) on a mission to equip young people, aged 16-25, with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to speak up on marine policy issues affecting them, their communities, and their environment. Our vision is for young people in Scotland, regardless of background or experience, to be empowered to have their voices heard on how our seas are managed.

The work of our organisation is overseen by a board of committed Trustees and run by an Executive Director who shares a passion for youth empowerment and ocean conservation.

Job purpose

As our new Youth Advocacy Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring young people’s voices are heard in policymaking for Scotland’s seas. You will be responsible for coordinating activities and initiatives that connect young advocates with policymakers and other marine stakeholders, thereby increasing young people’s engagement and impact on marine conservation issues.

A central aspect of this role is the development and promotion of the Youth Manifesto for Scotland’s Seas, which captures the perspectives, concerns, and aspirations of young people regarding Scotland's marine environment ahead of the Scottish Parliamentary elections in 2026.

We are looking for a confident and motivated individual with policy advocacy experience. You will work closely with the YSCS team as well as in close collaboration with our partners to deliver the key responsibilities below.

Equality & diversity

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. People of colour, disabled people, and young people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour, disabled, a young person, or someone coming from a lower socio-economic background, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.

Why work with us

● Make a meaningful impact for young people to feel confidence to speak up on issues they care about

● Gain valuable experiences in a new, mission-driven organisation

● Join a team of people who share a passion for our marine environment and recognise the power of youth advocacy

What we offer

● A matched pension contribution of 5%

● A 4-day work week with a flexible working pattern

● 22.5 days of paid holiday (pro-rata)

● We also close between Christmas and New Year as extra time off

● A small training stipend

● A work laptop & support for other equipment costs

The Welcoming Association (TWA) Edinburgh (thewelcoming.org) is the only organisation in Edinburgh that specifically supports New Scots (asylum seekers, refugees and migrant people). The organisation has helped New Scots since 2000 by ensuring they feel at home in their new communities.

The Welcoming builds community by connecting locals and New Scots through social and cultural exchange and collaborating with others to share knowledge and influence positive change. We run a high-quality and responsive ESOL programme, employability, befriending, and energy advice, and offer many cultural activities, and have a unique track record of working with New Scots.

Role Overview:

We seek a passionate and motivated Community and Trust Fundraising Coordinator to join our team. This role is vital in securing funding from trusts, foundations, and the local community to support our ongoing projects and initiatives. The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO to identify funding opportunities, build relationships with key stakeholders, and craft compelling funding proposals.

Key Working Relationships:

Internal: Senior Management Team and project coordinators. Please refer to our organogram (attached).

External: Service users, funders, and partner agencies.

Additional information

Please note that you must already be eligible to work in the UK to be employed by The Welcoming Association.

The post holder will work from The Welcoming’s office on 20/1 Westfield Avenue, Edinburgh, EH11 2TT.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of The Welcoming. We welcome applications from BAME people, applicants with lived experience as refugees, or working with refugees, asylum seekers and vulnerable adults.

Four Square are recruiting for a Volunteer and Community Fundraising Officer to join our central operations team.

This role is central to creating a profile for the organisation in the local community. Through volunteering and local fundraising, you’ll support the profile and reputation of Four Square as homeless charity, a social enterprise and a key player in our community.

You will be highly motivated and approachable. As an ambassador for the organisation you’ll quickly establish trust with volunteers and local funders. You’ll tell our story and gather the stories of people we’ve helped.