About Kilmarnock YMCA

Kilmarnock YMCA is a community-based charity dedicated to empowering children, young people, adults, and families across East Ayrshire. We promote wellbeing, inclusion, and opportunity through a wide range of programmes, including youth activities, health and wellbeing initiatives, our ESports Hub, and our Climate Action project.

We are now seeking a motivated and organised Climate Action Youth Worker with a passion for youth engagement, environmental action, and community development. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, communicates effectively, and is excited to help shape an innovative, Scotland-wide climate initiative.

Job Purpose

The Climate Action Youth Worker will work closely with a YMCA Board Subgroup to develop and deliver our Climate Action project in schools and communities across East Ayrshire.

You will inspire young people aged 5–18, alongside community participants of all ages, to engage meaningfully with climate action — supporting confidence, skills development, resilience, and positive relationships in line with YMCA values.

This role forms part of a Scotland-wide programme, delivered in partnership with seven other YMCA organisations and funded by the National Lottery Communities Fund.

About Kilmarnock YMCA

Kilmarnock YMCA is a community-based charity dedicated to empowering children, young people, adults, and families across East Ayrshire. We promote wellbeing, inclusion, and opportunity through a wide range of programmes, including our new E-Sports Hub, Climate Action Project, youth activities, and health and wellbeing initiatives.

Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. We are now looking for a motivated and organised Volunteer Coordinator to support, grow, and champion our volunteer community—ensuring they feel valued, supported, and able to make a meaningful difference.

Job Purpose

The Volunteer Coordinator plays a vital role in recruiting, supporting, and developing volunteers who help deliver Kilmarnock YMCA’s programmes and events.

You will ensure volunteers are effectively integrated into activities such as youth work, community events, and the E-Sports Hub, while maintaining a supportive, inclusive, and well-organised volunteer culture aligned with YMCA values.