Lead a respected charity - Change lives - Create a Legacy

Advocacy North East (ANE) is an independent charity dedicated to ensuring that individuals who may be disadvantaged or at risk of exclusion have a voice in decisions that affect their lives.

For over 25 years we have supported people (and their carers) affected by mental illness, learning disability and problematic substance use to understand their rights, make informed choices and have their views heard in matters relating to their health and care.

As our leader prepares to retire, we are seeking an exceptional individual to become our Executive Manager and lead the organisation into its next chapter.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a highly respected advocacy organisation with a strong reputation for independence, professionalism and person-centred support.

About the Role

This post is deemed to be a Regulated Role with Vulnerable Adults and Children and therefore recruitment is subject to satisfactory PVG Scheme Membership and references.

Reporting directly to the Board of Trustees, the Executive Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership across the organisation.

You will be responsible for:

• Delivering the organisation's strategic vision and objectives
• Leading and developing a skilled and committed staff team
• Ensuring the highest standards of advocacy practice, service quality and safeguarding
• Maintaining strong governance, risk management and regulatory compliance
• Managing budgets, contracts and organisational resources effectively
• Developing sustainable funding and income opportunities
• Building productive relationships with commissioners, partners, funders and stakeholders
• Acting as an ambassador for Advocacy North East locally and nationally
• Promoting a positive culture based on inclusion, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement

You will work closely with the Board to ensure the organisation remains financially sustainable, strategically focused and responsive to the changing needs of the communities we serve.

About You

We are looking for a values-driven leader who combines strategic vision with practical management experience. You will be:

• An effective strategic thinker who can balance operational delivery with long-term organisational sustainability.
• A collaborative leader who can build strong relationships with staff, volunteers, the Board, commissioners, stakeholders and the community we serve.
• A confident decision-maker who demonstrates integrity, accountability and sound judgement.
• An individual with a genuine passion for empowering people to have their voices heard.

You should have a strong track record in organisational management, strategic development, financial management and people leadership.

Experience within the advocacy, third sector, health, social care or community sectors would be advantageous but is not essential.

Why Join Advocacy North East?

This is far more than a management role. It is an opportunity to:

• Lead an organisation that changes lives every day
• Influence the future development of independent advocacy services across Scotland
• Build meaningful partnerships that improve outcomes for marginalised people
• Create a lasting legacy within a respected and trusted charity

If you are an inspiring leader who shares our commitment to independence, empowerment, inclusion and respect, we would love to hear from you.

Who we are

Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. Our aim is to make sure nobody faces dementia alone. We provide support and information to people with dementia, their carers and families, we campaign for the rights of people with dementia and fund vital dementia research.

What you’ll do

This key role within the People Team will develop and oversee our proactive organisational training and development programme to meet the needs of colleagues at all levels across the Charity. The main focus and responsibility will be identifying and coordinating training and development opportunities that support the needs of our whole workforce and consistently deliver high-quality training opportunities that support our staff and our services. A varied portfolio of work will include the design, delivery and oversight of our organisational training and development activities, including induction and probationary support, health, safety and wellbeing training, leadership development and line management practice, as well as mandatory and compliance training. You will also oversee the continued development and management of our central learning management system, online skills development hub, and learning pathways.

What you’ll have

The successful candidate will have the drive, confidence and skill set to engage people at all levels and be able to work with a high degree of autonomy, with a strong understanding of the organisational training needs of one of Scotland’s most prominent charities. You’ll be a fantastic communicator who listens effectively to colleagues at all levels, informing and delivering effective training and development opportunities and programmes.

A strong willingness and ability to contribute to how we support and drive forward training and development activities that embrace creative, flexible and adaptable approaches including in-person, online and digital learning as a blended approach, with a focus on continual improvement and best practice are key requirements of this the role.

Who we are

Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. Our aim is to make sure nobody faces dementia alone. We provide support and information to people with dementia, their carers and families, we campaign for the rights of people with dementia and fund vital dementia research.

What you’ll do

As the Learning Centre Administrator, you will be responsible for the daily operation of the Brain Health Learning Centre, ensuring courses and events run smoothly through effective coordination of bookings, set-ups, catering, equipment, and AV/IT support. You will act as a key contact for learners and trainers, delivering excellent customer service, managing enquiries, maintaining records, and supporting training delivery. You will work collaboratively with internal and external partners to maintain high standards and compliant, well-prepared learning environments.

What you’ll have

You’ll have at least one year’s experience of providing administrative support within a busy office or similar environment, although above all you will have high attention to detail, adopt a flexible approach and a willingness to undertake a wide and varied range of tasks. We’re looking for someone who has the confidence to operate within a team and engage with people at all levels, internally and externally. You’ll have excellent IT skills and be confident in using all Microsoft Office packages as well as knowledge of how an office operates on a daily basis.

25 days annual leave plus 11 public holidays pro-rata, NEST Pension Scheme, Extensive Training Plan

Purpose of this role: To provide support to Holly Bruce MSP by carrying out research and providing timely and succinct briefings on both Social Justice and Glasgow Southside issues. This role will require a high degree of flexibility and will involve working closely with Holly Bruce MSP, her team, regional colleagues and the wider Scottish Green Group in Parliament. Your role will directly shape the legislation, speeches, and alliances that champion Social Justice. Your insight will empower Holly Bruce MSP to challenge systems, protect rights and build a fairer, more equitable Scotland.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and delivering regular briefings and updates to inform Holly Bruce MSP’s committee work.
• Keeping your knowledge of Social Justice policy areas and local issues up to date.
• Developing relationships and liaising with key external stakeholders e.g. think-tanks, NGOs, charities, unions, and other elected representatives.
• Suggesting parliamentary questions and contributing to speeches.
• Assisting Holly Bruce MSP with legislation e.g. in the form of interpreting amendments, advising on voting intentions, or supporting the development of a Member’s Bill.
• Ensuring all office research complies with data protection legislation and GDPR requirements.
• Checking for any updates to legislation and communicating changes to colleagues.

Requirements

• Be a quick learner with the ability to multitask and work within tight timescales.
• Be able to show initiative and be proactive in your work.
• Be a problem solver with the motivation and resilience to adapt and deal with challenges.
• Have analytical skills with the ability to identify and investigate trends while interpreting data.
• Have the creative flair and expertise to produce accurate and influential work.

Purpose of the role: As a Caseworker, you will be the vital link between Holly Bruce MSP and the community, acting as a dedicated advocate for the people of Glasgow Southside. Your purpose is to provide high-quality, empathetic support to constituents navigating complex challenges from housing and health to local government. By managing cases efficiently, maintaining strict data compliance and identifying local trends, you will help amplify voices and turn individual issues into positive community outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Supporting with keeping casework up to date and responding to public enquiries.
• Keeping cases up to date by tracking, logging and recognising when to escalate issues within team.
• Managing cases through to completion.
• Meeting constituents on a wide range of issues, including those of a sensitive nature and escalating accordingly.
• Advocating on constituent's behalf with relevant bodies to resolve matters.
• Supporting with developing campaign priorities.
• Reviewing constituent records and documentation in line with casework GDPR requirements.
• Ensuring casework filing systems, both electronic and manual, are kept up to date in line with GDPR requirements.

Requirements

• Have excellent organisational skills while being flexible in prioritising workloads during busy times.
• Have excellent communications skills, with accurate attention to detail and the ability to work effectively with colleagues.
• Be patient and sensitive while remaining objective and open-minded.
• Be comfortable being in a front-facing role explaining regulations such as GDPR to the public.
• Practical experience of managing people with complex needs and being able to understand their interests.
• Have a natural interest in helping people with a curiosity to solve issues.
• Knowledge of Glasgow Southside constituency is desirable.

Who we are

Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. Our aim is to make sure nobody faces dementia alone. We provide support and information to people with dementia, their carers and families, we campaign for the rights of people with dementia and fund vital dementia research.

What you’ll do

The Brain Health and Dementia Practice Education Lead will play a key role in enhancing the knowledge, skills and practice of the Alzheimer Scotland workforce. Reporting to the Professional Lead for Brain Health Education and Training, the postholder will support the development and delivery of high-quality learning.

The role will focus on embedding the Promoting Excellence Framework, ensuring staff and volunteers are equipped to deliver high-quality, person-centred, rights-based support. It will lead on practice-based education, qualifications, regulatory training and workforce development across the organisation.

What you’ll have

The successful candidate will be a registered healthcare professional with experience in workforce development and a strong ability to design, develop, and deliver high-quality, engaging training programmes. You will also bring experience of interpreting and delivering third-party training, alongside excellent written skills to create clear, impactful learning content. You will demonstrate a clear ability to lead the implementation of plans to achieve objectives and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

An understanding of the Promoting Excellence Framework is desirable.

You will have excellent digital and IT skills, including a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Strategic Development & Partnerships Lead

Join us at an exciting moment and help shape the future of the Crannog Campus and community-led development in Castle Douglas.

This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of a growing community organisation and a significant local asset. You'll enjoy a high degree of autonomy, work within a supportive and collaborative culture, make a visible difference within the community, and develop valuable experience that can support your future leadership journey.

In a nutshell, you will:

• work alongside trustees, staff, volunteers and partners to help guide the next stage of CDDF's growth and development as a community anchor organisation
• build partnerships, support fundraising, strengthen organisational systems and help shape the future of the Crannog Campus as a sustainable and welcoming community hub.

‘Together We Thrive - Building Cultural Bonds in Wester Hailes’

Are you an experienced and passionate project leader able to lead and deliver exciting, engaging and safe sessions with people from a range of ethnicities as they develop self-confidence and a sense of belonging? Come and work for us!

SCOREscotland (Strengthening Communities for Race Equality) is a small and yet mighty charity based in Wester Hailes, Edinburgh. We work in partnership with other organisations to address effects and causes of racism and promote race equality. We aim to break down barriers to full participation of minority and ethnic groups in civic life.

"Together We Thrive" aims to foster positive relationships between New Scots (refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants) and the local Scottish community in South West Edinburgh by creating a welcoming and inclusive program of activities. Please see the attached job description for more details about this exciting role.

The Society is looking for a new member of staff to develop, manage and coordinate the Make Your Mark in Volunteering Campaign, which is hosted by the Society and supported by the Make Your Mark Working Group.

The Campaign Coordinator will provide project management and delivery of campaign events, training, communications, audience development, partner engagement and evaluation. They will liaise with and support the Make Your Mark Working Group, the wider Make Your Mark membership, community groups and external partners to ensure the implementation of inclusive volunteer programmes.

Full details are available below, or on our website.

This is a brand new post, created through two-year funding from Macmillan Cancer Support. The Cancer CARE Worker will provide independent advocacy, decision-making support, and peer network development for people living with cancer and their unpaid carers across Fife.

CARE stands for Culture, Agency, Respect, and Equity. These four words describe what every person supported through this project should experience.

This is not a Carer Support Worker role. It sits at a higher level of autonomy and complexity, involving one-to-one clinical liaison, co-facilitation with NHS teams, professional training delivery, and leadership of a lived experience co-design process. It requires someone who can hold professional relationships with oncology teams in the morning and sit with a carer in crisis in the afternoon.

People living with cancer and their unpaid carers do not consistently experience meaningful involvement in treatment decisions. People report leaving appointments confused about what was decided. Clinicians report wanting to do better but lacking time and tools. People from culturally diverse communities, those supporting someone with dementia alongside cancer, and those facing poverty face the highest barriers.

Under the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016, carers have a legal right to be involved in decisions about the person they care for, to have their own needs assessed, and to receive support that allows them to participate fully. In practice, many carers do not experience these rights, and this project exists to close that gap.

This project will not replicate or compete with clinical services. It sits alongside them, filling the gap between what health services can offer and what people living with cancer and those who care for them actually need to feel confident and respected in their care.

A full driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle are essential for this role.

Fife Carers Centre is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We particularly encourage applications from people with lived experience of cancer, caring, or from communities that face barriers to accessing health and care services.