About Us

Uplift is a campaigning and research organisation helping to move the UK and Scotland towards a fossil fuel-free future and to support a just transition for workers and communities. At this crucial time for accelerating the shift away from oil and gas, we have an opportunity for an experienced Senior Political Adviser to join our team and lead our Scottish political engagement strategy.

The Role

As Uplift’s Senior Political Adviser (Scotland), you will be a skilled advocate, strategist and communicator able to lead delivery of Uplift's Scottish political strategy. Your role will sit within Uplift’s Politics Team, although you will work closely with partner organisations in Scotland, and you will seek to build support for ambitious climate and just transition policies within the Scottish Parliament and Scottish Government as well as supporting our engagement with MPs whose constituencies are based in Scotland. Scotland is at the forefront of the UK’s transition away from fossil fuels and the Scottish Government has a crucial role to play in delivering a fair transition for the North Sea that supports workers and communities. With Scottish Parliament elections taking place in May 2026, this is an exciting opportunity to join our team to secure support and action for a fair oil and gas transition in Scotland.

Core responsibilities will include:

• Leading the execution of Uplift’s Scottish political strategy, and providing updates as required.
• Seeking avenues for influence and engagement with Scottish parliamentary and legislative programmes, including delivering impactful events
• Engagement with Members of the Scottish Parliament and Scottish Government Officials as well as cross party MPs who are from Scottish Constituencies
• Close collaboration with key Scottish partners, as well as engagement with stakeholders including think-thanks and caucuses
• Representing Uplift at events, and fora in and around the Scottish Parliament.
• Developing briefings and communications suitable for a Scottish political audience
• Line management within Uplift’s politics team.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Thorough knowledge of Scottish parliamentary procedures, policy-making and regulatory processes.
• A track record of securing political or policy changes.
• Highly organised, with experience in programme delivery, coordination, and administration
• Experience working with a broad range of stakeholders and able to manage competing priorities
• Excellent networking and relationship-building skills
• Motivation, initiative, exceptionally high standards, a collaborative approach.
• Ability to work independently and within a team who is based remotely.
• A good understanding of Devolved or UK climate and energy policy.
• A strong commitment to Uplift’s mission and core values of equity and climate justice.

This is an exceptional opportunity to play a key role in the conservation of the city’s rich heritage through developing sensitive and practical solutions to support the transition of historic buildings located in the Old and New Towns of Edinburgh World Heritage Site (WHS) towards net-zero and to adapt them to climate change.

We are looking for an Energy Retrofit and Adaptation Specialist to deliver innovative energy retrofit and adaptation pilot projects which preserve the historic and architectural significance of these buildings. The role involves conducting targeted research, producing and disseminating guidance on reducing carbon emissions of historic buildings and improving their resilience against the impacts of climate change.

This is a rare opportunity, at an exciting time for the organisation, to play a key role in our leading Climate Emergency Programme, working with skilled and passionate staff, Trustees, communities and partners.

Click here to read the full job description.

About Edinburgh World Heritage

Edinburgh World Heritage is an independent charity dedicated to ensuring that our World Heritage status is a dynamic force that benefits everyone – those who live, work or study in the city, and those who visit.

Edinburgh is a unique place – steeped in history, with iconic topography and stunning historic buildings and public spaces. The ‘Old and New Towns of Edinburgh’ was designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1995.

Our mission is to connect people to their heritage. We work in partnership with Historic Environment Scotland and the City of Edinburgh Council to ensure that the management and conservation of the WHS preserves it for future generations to enjoy.

We do this through distributing grants and working with partners to deliver active conservation of historic buildings, conservation and creative interpretation of historic public spaces, developing solutions and guidance through our new Climate Emergency Programme and engaging people directly with the rich heritage of their city.

For more information on Edinburgh World Heritage, please visit our website at ewh.org.uk.

What We Offer

· 25 days annual leave plus 10 public holidays

· 8% employer pension contribution

· Flexible and hybrid working (min 2 days in the office)

· Historic office just off the Royal Mile

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly, equitably and respectfully.

Research shows that underrepresented groups apply only if they fully meet the criteria in a job description. We are committed to levelling the playing field, and we encourage anyone from any background to apply even if they don’t tick every box.

We believe flexibility is important, and we’re happy to chat to you about flexible and remote working.

Please note:

• The staff team work a minimum of 2 days per week in the office (currently Monday and Thursday).

If you need any flexibility or adjustments in our interview process - to help set you up for success - then please let us know too.

Seeking Board Members

ScotWays (The Scottish Rights of Way & Access Society) is an independent charity which has been upholding public access rights since 1845. We are seeking Directors with the time, commitment and passion to contribute actively to ScotWays’ work. If you would like to help defend and promote Scotland's outdoor access rights, this could be the ideal role for you!

We are the experts on Scottish outdoor access law and support others to uphold the public’s rights of access to land and inland water, providing information to the public, local and national government, and landowners. We developed and maintain the Catalogue of Rights of Way (CROW), a database of information on routes across Scotland. With assistance from our volunteers, we install and maintain over 3000 directional signs on tracks and paths.

Our publications include The Law of Access to Land in Scotland, the comprehensive guide to outdoor access law, and Scottish Hill Tracks, a unique resource for walkers, cyclists, riders and runners wishing to explore the network of paths, old roads and rights of way which criss-cross Scotland’s hill country.

We are a small charity with eight staff and an office in central Edinburgh. Our board of trustees is responsible for the strategic leadership and governance of the Society.

We are looking for skills and experience in the following areas:

• Strategic management
• Organisational change
• External communications and/or public relations
• Fundraising & financial management
• Law
• Digital
• Human Resources
• Land management
• On-the-ground access experience
• Working with government, both local and central.

Board meetings are held in Edinburgh five times a year. Attendance can be in person or remotely and we welcome directors from across Scotland. As well as attending Board meetings and our AGM, directors are expected to join and assist with the work of one or two sub-committees.

Previous experience of being on a board, love of the outdoors and a knowledge of Scotland's outdoor access rights is useful, but not essential.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Sustrans as part of the Connected Neighbourhoods team, working in partnership with East Lothian Council to facilitate a strategic approach to active travel infrastructure development and delivery in the council area, as well as providing support with active travel policies and proposals for the council's planning and pipeline projects.

As the Senior Project Officer, you will be embedded within East Lothian Council, working in partnership with external organisations and across council departments to align policy aims and identify and develop opportunities for investment in active travel. You will support the planning and delivery of active travel interventions and provide expert support and guidance to ensure that walking, wheeling and cycling are integrated into strategies, programmes and projects.

The role is based within the geographical area with regular travel expected to East Lothian Council offices and either Edinburgh or Glasgow hubs.

About you

You should have experience in (at least) one of the following: transport planning, land use planning, urban design, traffic engineering, sustainable transport project delivery.

You will be an experienced project manager able to work collaboratively with multiple partners and stakeholders.

You should have the ability to work independently and be able to make decisions with minimal supervision, as well as have excellent report writing skills.

We ask you demonstrate knowledge of the funding context for active travel in Scotland.

Sustrans has a long-term commitment to being a charity for everyone - reducing inequality, valuing diversity, enabling inclusion and ensuring all people are treated with dignity and respect. We aim to be a truly inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, in particular from under-represented groups.

What we offer

In return we can offer true hybrid working to suit individual circumstances and a flexible, supportive and rewarding working environment.

Wellbeing

• 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working

• Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff)

• Staff volunteer days

• 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service

• We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes

Financial

• Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans

• Bike, computer and season ticket loans

• Discount benefits

• London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London)

• Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary

Family Friendly

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

• Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)

Our mission is to champion the role of voluntary organisations in building a flourishing society and support them to do work that has a positive impact. Our values— accountable, committed, responsive, supportive, progressive, and bold—guide everything we do.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially from disabled people and those from ethnic minority communities.

About the Role

We’re launching a brand-new Bookkeeping and Independent Examination Service—and we’re looking for a skilled and motivated Bookkeeping Service Adviser to help us build it from the ground up.

This is a unique opportunity to shape a service that will support voluntary organisations across Scotland with their financial management and compliance.

Why Join Us?

• 33 days annual leave + 6 public holidays
• Generous pension scheme (up to 9% employer contribution)
• Flexible and blended working from day one
• Supportive, inclusive, and values-driven culture

Do you dream about a more rewarding career? One with hybrid working, job permanence and career development? One where you make a real difference to people’s lives while also helping to tackle the climate change emergency? Then why not become an Energy Advisor employed by Changeworks, Scotland’s leading environmental charity delivering solutions for low carbon living?

As an Energy Advisor, you will have the opportunity to work across our range of teams to help people with expert energy advice. We provide accredited training to hone your expertise and support progression. Our supportive, inclusive advice teams will be on hand to help you settle in and share best practice.

We are looking for enthusiastic and talented Energy Advisors to help us deliver the vital Home Energy Scotland advice service in the South East and Highlands and Islands. You’ll be the first point of call for householders who need free and impartial advice about how they can lower their bills and reduce their environmental impact. You’ll also be at the forefront of Changeworks’ mission to make low carbon living a reality across Scotland. You will have experience engaging with customers and your excellent communication skills will help you support householders and relay technical information to a non-technical audience. You will require good IT skills and have a stable internet connection.

Home Energy Scotland is a free, impartial advice service funded by the Scottish Government and managed by the Energy Saving Trust. Changeworks has been involved in delivering the service for 16 years, and currently manages advice centres in South East Scotland and the Highlands and Islands.

With the energy crisis affecting so many people, we are also looking for Energy Advisors to join our Community Engagement and Energy Advice Service where you’ll be at the forefront of supporting householders in fuel poverty with fuel billing, debt and advocacy support. You will have experience of providing advice to householders to support them to adopt energy efficient behaviours.

Throughout the directorate, we provide high quality advice and information on topics including energy efficiency in the home, behaviour change, renewable technologies and water. We also support many people who are living in fuel poverty with access to grants and funding to keep their homes warmer for less. Along with the satisfaction of helping people on a daily basis, you’ll also receive an City and Guilds Energy Awareness qualification and join an organisation consistently rated as a fantastic place to work.

The ideal candidate and the role

To be successful in this role you should have a passion for helping and supporting people and be a confident communicator. Our advisors speak to a wide range of customers with varied enquiries on a daily basis, providing them with high quality advice tailored to their circumstances and empowering them to take action and change their behaviours.

You will join a team of customer-focused energy advisors in a fast-paced environment, taking inbound calls and making outbound calls to our existing customers. An interest in the environment and sustainability would be an advantage but is not essential, as full training will be given.

In return you can expect

We will start to grow your knowledge of our services and energy efficiency straight away. The Energy Advisor induction programme includes the City and Guilds Energy Awareness in the Home qualification. We will support the successful applicants with ongoing coaching, mentoring and development.

£23,366 to £24,993 per annum, based on a 35-hour working week

£25,035 to £26,778 per annum, based on a 37.5 hour working week

Full time - 37.5 hours per week for Home Energy Scotland South East

35 hours per week for Home Energy Scotland Highlands & Islands and Community Engagement and Energy Advice Services teams

Full time or Part time hours will be considered

About us

Changeworks is a great place to work. We hold Investors in People Platinum accreditation (something only a few organisations in Scotland have), and we were nominated for employer of the year by the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce this year. Our staff overwhelmingly would recommend us as an employer too.

The Climate Emergency has resulted in ambitious national targets to reduce carbon emissions from the built environment and reduce rates of fuel poverty. This has driven a significant increase in the number of pilot and large-scale interventions delivered by Changeworks and external organisations in this area. These include area-based domestic energy efficiency retrofit and decarbonisation projects and programmes.

We are a growing organisation, and this role is crucial to the delivery of our ambitious objectives. We want to decarbonise homes in Scotland on a massive scale, and that needs talented individuals like you to help us deliver on our objectives. You’ll receive full training plus coaching and mentoring.

We offer a wide range of staff benefits including flexible working, bike to work scheme, an excellent pension scheme and 26 days paid holiday plus 9 public holidays per year.

At Changeworks, we welcome and encourage applications from everyone.

About us

For 60 years, the Scottish Wildlife Trust has worked with its members, partners and supporters in pursuit of its vision of healthy, resilient ecosystems across Scotland’s land and seas. The Trust successfully champions the cause of wildlife through policy and campaigning work, demonstrates best practice through practical conservation and innovative partnerships, and inspires people to take positive action through its education and engagement activities. It also manages a network of over 100 wildlife reserves across Scotland and is a member of the UK-wide Wildlife Trusts movement.

As a member of our Finance department, you will;

• Provide organisation- wide support to ensure smooth operation of all finance matters in compliance with Trust policies.
• Demonstrate and champion effective internal financial controls throughout the organisation.
• Process purchase and sales invoices.
• Support and assist Finance Manager in preparation of month-end and year- end accounts.
• Manage BACS payment run.

The candidate will ideally;

• Have at least one year of relevant accounting experience.
• Hold an HNC/HND in relevant subjects.
• Have a positive attitude toward the objectives and values of The Scottish Wildlife Trust.

For full details of the role, please download the job description from the documents section below.

What we offer:

• Salary sacrifice schemes, including Cycle to Work & Pension schemes.
• We have always been hugely flexible in our approach to how you wish to work and continue to offer a flexible approach.
• One Wellness Hour per week
• Enhanced Pension rate upon completion of probation
• Sick Pay Allowance
• Enhanced Maternity/ Paternity Leave
• Training and Development

The Scottish Wildlife Trust is a proud equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates irrespective of their background. We are committed to helping to make the world of nature conservation as inclusive as possible, as we believe there should be no barriers to being involved, and that champions and role models from every part of society will be vital in helping to reverse the loss of biodiversity.

About Bridgend Farmhouse:

Bridgend Farmhouse is an award-winning community benefit society with charitable status based in South East Edinburgh. Our mission is learning, working, and growing together to develop a flourishing community and place. Following a successful campaign to gain community ownership of the land, the community project renovated and extended the 18th century farm steading and now runs a thriving community hub where people meet to carry out creative, physical, and purposeful activities and to share their skills and knowledge with others. We work to address social inequalities, reduce isolation and loneliness, strengthen community involvement, build local resilience, develop environmental education and stewardship, and support people to be active agents in their life. Our members are our 400+ Community Shareholders, and we are led by our Board of Directors/Trustees who are elected from our membership and are predominantly local people. We work with a sociocratic model of sub-groups and Volunteers’ Forum to inform and influence decisions at all levels of the organisation.

Purpose of the post:

This post involves working alongside a fellow Gardening Coordinator to manage the Bridgend Farmhouse Organic Allotment and community garden. The successful applicant will use all the facilities at their disposal to organically grow and harvest food to be used in our community kitchen and café. There is a particular focus on engaging and helping adults with Learning Disabilities and local residents from our area of benefit: EH16/EH17 areas in south-east Edinburgh. The post holder will reach out to people of diverse groups to involve them in a range of gardening activities, to help address health and wellbeing inequalities, and raise awareness of environmental and climate issues.

As a Community Garden Coordinator (CGC) you will oversee the delivery of community organic gardening sessions on regular gardening volunteer days (Tuesdays and Fridays) and training sessions at Bridgend Farmhouse allotment and garden. The post holder will coordinate and develop learning, training, and volunteering opportunities in the gardens with participants, according to their needs and abilities. The successful applicant will also help to develop partnership work and collaboration with other organisations and interest groups to utilise the allotment and gardens and, alongside the General Manager, identify further funding and income generating opportunities to sustain this project. The post holder will work closely with the Community Food/Cafe Coordinator on the overall delivery of the Farm2Fork project.

The Community Gardening Coordinator has shared responsibility for the smooth running and maintenance of our organic community allotment garden and accompanying portacabin, wooden hut and growing structures, and farmhouse garden. They will develop and maintain the land and facilities and create robust systems to ensure the allotment and gardens can grow, to contribute to the development and growth of Bridgend Farmhouse, community kitchen and cafe. This role will require flexibility, including some evening and weekend work, to allow the team to meet community members’, groups’, and external stakeholders’ needs to ensure the success of the organisation, and highlight Bridgend Farmhouse as a community space to learn, work, and grow together.

This post post is funded by Acorn to Trees.