Could you be part of something different? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to use their gifts, skills and experience to make a difference to the lives of the people in our parishes and communities.

We are looking for someone to provide leadership for Christian youth work in Cowal, primarily through eXp – Experiencing Faith in Cowal, which is an interdenominational charity set up by Cowal Churches. As well as leading eXp, this role will also support Christian youthwork across the Presbytery.

Alongside having experience in working with young people and ability to engage with those young people in the local community who have little or no church connection, you will also have ability to resource and develop the Christian elements of Youth programmes. With excellent communication skills, you will not only lead a team but also advocate for youth work within the Presbytery.

It is an essential requirement of this role that the post-holder is a committed Christian with a live Church connection which is a Genuine Occupational Requirement in terms of the Equality Act 2010.

A transformational opportunity mixed with idyllic island life.

The Organisation

North Uist Development Company (NUDC) and UistWind are offering a rare opportunity for a passionate and motivated individual to drive community-led development while overseeing the operation of the North Uist community-owned wind farm.

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to be part of a thriving island community, surrounded by stunning landscapes, abundant wildlife, and a rich Gaelic culture. Whether it’s walking on pristine beaches, spotting sea eagles, or immersing yourself in local traditions, this role offers a unique lifestyle alongside meaningful work.

You will be at the heart of ensuring the long-term success of UistWind, maximising the generation and revenue from two 900kW wind turbines while supporting North Uist’s first Community Benefit Fund. At the same time, you’ll help shape the future of community development by building on existing successes, such as the award-winning public engagement that led to UistWind’s creation, and a strong foundation of collaboration between NUDC and UistWind.

The Role

The primary focus for the coming year will be the ensuring effective operational management of the UistWind wind farm, including implementing key processes as well as updating the North Uist Community Development Plan and UistWind Community Investment Plan, in conjunction with the board. This will involve establishing systems for the fair distribution of Community Benefit funds generated by the wind farm. As the role progresses, tasks and procedures will evolve, with most UistWind operational duties likely to remain standard practice.

Key Duties:

• Delivering community engagement and updating the Community Investment Plan, including developing funding materials and establishing community-based committees.
• Supporting the distribution of Community Benefit Fund and developing monitoring indicators.
• Managing operational communications, financial oversight, and ensuring governance and compliance.
• Representing NUDC on external forums and lobbying for sustainable development.

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience in community development/engagement and project management.
• Effective partnership-building skills and practical experience of partnership working.
• Financially literate with excellent communication and well-developed administration skills.
• Proactive, with the ability to take the initiative and excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Be based on Uist, with access to a vehicle and ability to work flexibly, with some evening and weekend work.

The role offers flexibility, including remote working options, a TOIL system, and a generous holiday allowance that accommodates local Uist holidays. With growth opportunities and the chance to make a lasting community impact, this is an exceptional opportunity for someone looking to bring their skills to a community-led, forward-thinking organisation.

Reports To: Community Development Manager

Job Purpose:The Community Development Officer will oversee the operations of a community garden, ensuring its sustainability and success. The garden should be developed with environmental and sustainable principles to promote pollinators, biodiversity, and ecosystems. This role involves supporting, recruiting, and managing volunteers, coordinating garden activities, and promoting community engagement and education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Garden Management:Oversee the day-to-day operations of the community garden, ensuring that it is well-maintained and productive.
• Volunteer Coordination:Recruit, train, and support volunteers to participate in garden activities. Facilitate a positive and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Program Development:Develop and implement environmentally sensitive gardening programs and workshops to educate community members and visitors about sustainable gardening practices.
• Community Engagement:Promote the community garden through outreach efforts, including social media, local events, and partnerships with other organisations.
• Resource Management:Manage a budget and garden resources, including tools, seeds, and supplies, ensuring they are used effectively and sustainably.
• Reporting and Evaluation:Track and report on the progress of garden projects and volunteer activities for funders. Evaluate the impact of the community garden on the local community and identify areas for improvement.
• Grant Writing and Fundraising:Assist in identifying funding opportunities and writing grant proposals to support the community garden's initiatives and growth.

Qualifications:

• Education:A qualification (or evidence of experience) in community development, environmental science, horticulture, or a related field is desirable.
• Experience:Previous experience in community development, volunteer management, or gardening is highly desirable. Experience in carrying out risk assessments and implementing controls is essential.
• Skills:Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of sustainable gardening practices and principles.
• Personal Attributes:Passion for community engagement and sustainable development. Creative, proactive, and adaptable with a strong commitment to making a positive impact.

Working Conditions:

• Flexible working hours, including some evenings and weekends to accommodate community events and volunteer schedules.
• Outdoor work in various weather conditions.
• Be prepared to work between various venues within the community and surrounding area.
• Must be prepared to undertake training if required for the role, which may be in person or online.

Additional Requirements:

• There is no public transport, so the successful candidate will need to be able to get to the garden site and other local venues.
• The successful candidate will need to obtain a PVG (protection of vulnerable groups) certificate from Disclosure Scotland.

Salary:

• £18 per hour
• The post will be for one day per week for one year

Lochaber Environmental Group (LEG) is charity working on a local scale to benefit people and the environment, which has been in existence since 2000. We run a wide range of projects to help people to reduce their environmental impact and bring our communities together. We have delivered projects covering energy efficiency, active travel, local food, reducing waste/encouraging recycling, repair cafes and composting and have developed a community hydro electric scheme in Glenachulish. LEG works in partnership with many local, regional and national organisations to reduce duplication and increase our reach and effectiveness.

Due to the community hydro scheme, it has now become possible to employ a manager to lead the organisation and increase its effectiveness. The Manager will oversee the general day to day running of the organisation with oversight of staff and overall responsibility for promotion, networking and development. They will be expected to lead new projects.

LEG is currently in transition as a 3 year project on waste finishes. This leaves 4 part time members of staff and some very active volunteers. LEG occupies an open plan office at An Drochaid in Claggan and a cabin and container at Claggan Park. We are exploring the possibility of bringing the whole operation together under one roof and the successful candidate would be a key player in this development.

Specific responsibilities of the role

• Overall responsibility for organisation, while leaving lead staff to work on their own projects

• Liaison with the board in developing strategy and prioritising activity

• Staff management including reviews of lead staff and recruitment

• Fund raising and budgeting in conjunction with volunteer treasurer and book keeper

• Develop and lead new projects including supporting project officers with funding applications,monitoring and reporting as required.

• Represent LEG in the local communities and at appropriate regional networks.

• Oversee the organisation’s policies and procedures

General responsibilities

• Lead the organisation

• Work as part of the LEG team to promote and encourage understanding of environmental issues and opportunities in Lochaber.

• Promote the work of LEG within the local community and encourage membership.

• Engage with LEG members and the public in a positive and constructive way

• Communicate effectively with the team and board.

• Work constructively with project and organisational partners.

• Comply with the organisation’s ethos, policies and procedures and relevant legislation.

• Run team meetings as required.

• Undertake other duties in line with the job purpose.

Person Specification

Essential

• Good organisational skills, self motivated with good time management

• Able to make decisions when necessary

• A friendly, inclusive and welcoming manner

• The ability to lead a team

• Ability to motivate and encourage others both within and outwith LEG

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Flexibility and the ability to adapt according to the needs of the organisation

• Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills including use of email, Microsoft Excel and Word

• A commitment to being environmentally friendly and a good background knowledge of environmental issues

Desirable

• Experience of a managerial role or some aspects of this job

• A personal interest in some of our projects; active travel, waste reduction, local food production or energy efficiency and renewables

• Ability to drive and possession of a driving licence

• Ability to commute using low carbon methods

• Knowledge of social media, newsletter and website editing

Are you excited by the thought of working for an organisation whose mission is to inspire changes in behaviour to improve our environment, the quality of people’s lives, their wellbeing, and the places that they care for? If you answered yes, please read on……

Who we are

Keep Scotland Beautiful has inspired environmental action across the country for more than two decades. As your charity for the environment, we are a practical organisation working with communities, schools, businesses, local and national government, public bodies and individuals who share our vision for a clean, green, sustainable Scotland.

We support the ambitions of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

What the role is

Reporting to the Communities Manager, the Our Heritage, Our Future Project Support Officer will support the project team in delivering a programme of place-based cultural heritage activity as part of the Our Heritage, Our Future: Community, Climate and Heritage Action project.

This project will provide a multi-faceted, community-based approach within communities and across heritage sites throughout Scotland, with the core aims of:

• taking action to conserve and enhance historic monuments,

• engaging with communities to bring heritage to life,

• raising awareness of the importance of conserving heritage, and the benefits heritage can provide for individuals,

• using heritage as a means to enhance a shared sense of place and purpose, and

• creating a lasting legacy of ownership and ongoing heritage conservation

This is a Fixed Term Appointment to 31 March 2026.

What you’ll need to have

We are looking for someone with an interest in Scotland’s historic environment and community engagement.

You will have experience of administration processes and procedures, ideally in the areas of project monitoring and evaluation, creating and maintaining records, to support the delivery of our ambitious programme.

We offer a fantastic benefits package in return for your talent. These include but are not limited to a generous pension scheme; hybrid working; development opportunities; a 35-hour work week along with an annual free volunteer day to take your skills or interests to support others.