Charity registered in Scotland SC028457
Fife Voluntary Action (FVA) is the third sector interface for the Fife Council area – supporting, developing and representing voluntary organisations, charities, social enterprises and volunteering across the Kingdom of Fife.
Top job! Head of Employability
- Full time
- £40,000
- Hybrid: Fife-wide, offices in Glenrothes, Kirkcaldy and Dunfermline, with options to work from home.
- Closing 31st May 2026
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
Mental Health Peer Support Network Coordinator
- Part time
- £30,000 pro-rata
- Hybrid: Fife-wide, primarily based in Glenrothes, with options to work from Kirkcaldy, Dunfermline or home.
- Closing 24th May 2026
Fife Voluntary Action (FVA) is looking for a Coordinator to develop and grow a Fife Peer Support network. You will work within the peer support principles of hope, empowerment, authenticity, responsibility, mutuality and experience. You will work with the network to grow a shared understanding of the different types of peer support and work with partners to co-produce a programme of training and workshops to embed peer support and practice within organisations across the statutory and third sector in Fife.
About You
FVA is looking for someone who has experience of working in the field of peer support and/or co-production, including practical experience of working with and supporting volunteers. You should have knowledge of the peer support network in Fife and have experience of organising events and training.
It’s essential that you are able to work well as part of a collaborative team and that you can lead projects, coordinating the work of all involved.
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