Jobs in Inverclyde North, Inverclyde

Introduction

Community Land Scotland is recruiting a Partnership Coordinator for the Inclusive Ownership project.

Inclusive Ownership is a new five-year UK-wide partnership funded by The National Lottery Community Fund. The project brings together Community Land Scotland, CLES (Centre for Local Economies), The Ubele Initiative, Shared Assets, Coalfields Regeneration Trust and Cwmpas to support more communities to take ownership of land and buildings.

The project focuses on urban and post-industrial communities and aims to make community ownership more accessible, particularly for communities facing higher levels of deprivation and Black and Minoritised communities. Through direct community support, policy development, learning and partnership working, the project will help communities develop sustainable, income-generating assets and contribute to community wealth building and local economic resilience.

About the role

The Partnership Coordinator will play a central role in the successful delivery of the Inclusive Ownership project, supporting collaboration between partners across Scotland, Wales and England.

Working closely with the Inclusive Ownership Manager, the postholder will help coordinate project activity, maintain strong communication between partners and ensure the project operates effectively. The role will support governance, learning, monitoring and evaluation, partnership communications and stakeholder engagement.

The Partnership Coordinator will help ensure learning is shared across the partnership, support the delivery of the Partnership Board and Advisory Board, and contribute to developing a collaborative and inclusive approach to project delivery.

This role is ideally suited to someone who enjoys bringing people together, building strong relationships and creating the systems and processes that enable partnerships to succeed.

As a key member of the Inclusive Ownership team, the Partnership Coordinator will support the project’s aim of making community ownership more accessible to communities that have traditionally faced barriers to ownership, including communities experiencing higher levels of deprivation and Black and Minoritised communities.

The main objectives of this post, and outcomes to be delivered are to:

• Coordinate partnership activity across Scotland, Wales and England to support the successful delivery of the Inclusive Ownership project.
• Build strong relationships with partners and support effective communication across the project.
• Support the Partnership Board and Advisory Board and help ensure effective project governance.
• Organise cross-nation learning activities, meetings and events that bring partners together.
• Support monitoring, evaluation and reporting across the partnership.
• Help create an inclusive and collaborative partnership culture that supports communities to take ownership of land and buildings.

Introduction

Community Land Scotland is recruiting a Policy Officer for the Inclusive Ownership project.

Inclusive Ownership is a new five-year UK-wide partnership funded by The National Lottery Community Fund. The project brings together Community Land Scotland, CLES (Centre for Local Economies), The Ubele Initiative, Shared Assets, Coalfields Regeneration Trust and Cwmpas to support more communities to take ownership of land and buildings.

The project focuses on urban and post-industrial communities and aims to make community ownership more accessible, particularly for communities facing higher levels of deprivation and Black and Minoritised communities. Through direct community support, policy development, learning and partnership working, the project will help communities develop sustainable, income-generating assets and contribute to community wealth building and local economic resilience.

About the role

The Policy Officer will lead policy development, research and evidence gathering for the Inclusive Ownership project in Scotland.

Working closely with the Inclusive Ownership Manager, Community Land Scotland’s Policy and Advocacy Team and partners across the UK, the postholder will ensure that learning from community-led delivery informs policy development and wider system change.

The role will focus on identifying barriers to community ownership, gathering evidence from communities and delivery partners, developing policy proposals and engaging with policymakers and stakeholders. The Policy Officer will play an important role in ensuring that the experiences of communities are reflected in policy and practice relating to community ownership, community wealth building and local economic development.

The postholder will contribute to policy development in Scotland while supporting cross-nation learning and collaboration across the wider partnership. They will work to translate grassroots experience into meaningful policy change and help shape the future of community ownership across Scotland and the wider UK.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about community-led development, policy change and ensuring that the voices and experiences of communities help shape future approaches to ownership, regeneration and community wealth building.

The main objectives of this post, and outcomes to be delivered are to:

• Policy development to increase community ownership of land and buildings and strengthen community wealth building across Scotland.
• Gather evidence and learning from communities and project delivery to inform policy and system change.
• Identify barriers to community ownership and develop practical policy solutions that support more inclusive ownership models.
• Work with communities, policymakers, public bodies and project partners to influence policy and practice.
• Contribute Scottish insight and evidence to a UK-wide partnership working across Scotland, Wales and England.
• Produce policy briefings, consultation responses, reports and research outputs on community ownership and local economic development.
• Support the development of new ownership and economic models that strengthen local economies and increase community control of assets.
• Work with Community Land Scotland's Policy and Advocacy Team to engage MSPs, MPs, civil servants and key stakeholders.
• Help ensure the experiences of communities facing higher levels of deprivation and Black and Minoritised communities are reflected in policy development.
• Represent Community Land Scotland and the Inclusive Ownership project at meetings, events and policy forums.

Help Shape the Future of Oak Tree Housing Association

Oak Tree Housing Association is looking for enthusiastic, committed individuals to join our voluntary Management Committee and help shape the future of housing and community services across Inverclyde.

As a community—based housing association, we are proud to provide high—quality homes and services for our customers and tenants. Our Management Committee plays a vital role in setting the strategic direction Of the Association, ensuring good governance, and helping us deliver positive outcomes for the communities we serve.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and skill sets. You do not need previous board committee experience to apply, as training and support will be provided. We are particularly interested in individuals who can bring skills or experience in areas such as:

• Business and strategic planning
• Finance and accountancy
• Housing and property services
• Legal and governance
• Human Resources
• Customer service
• Information technology and digital services
• Sustainability and environmental management
• Community development and regeneration

Most importantly. we are looking for people who share our values. have a passion for their local community. and want to make a positive difference.

WHAT DOES THE ROLE INVOLVE?

Management Committee Members:

• Attend regular committee meetings
• Help shape the Association’s strategic direction.
• Monitor organisational performance
• Support good governance and effective decision-making
• Ensure the Association continues to deliver excellent services to tenants and customers
• Act in the best interests of the Association and the communities we serve

The role is entirely voluntary, although reasonable expenses incurred while carrying out committee duties can be reimbursed.

WHY JOIN US?

This is an opportunity to:

• Make a real difference within the community
• Influence decisions affecting local housing and services
• Develop new skills and experience
• Work alongside experienced professionals and community representatives
• Gain valuable governance and leadership experience
• Contribute to the long-term success of a respected organisation