The post will be one of a team of development officer posts specifically intended to work closely with Third Sector Organisations (TSOs) throughout the Inner Moray Firth. This role will be focused on capacity building role that will support organisations around their governance, board development, or strategic planning as well as health checks. This role will work with organisations who are starting out, going through difficulty, changing their governance or closing down.

The post holder will be responsible for guiding groups around these topics, ensuring that they are informed of the regulatory and legal information necessary.

Looking for an opportunity to work for a flexible and family friendly organisation doing amazing work to support Scotland’s voluntary sector?

We’re looking for the right person to join us to support the delivery of SCVO’s communications and marketing needs for a 12-month, fixed term period.

In this role, you’ll join SCVO’s marketing and communications team and work alongside colleagues to nurture and grow SCVO’s membership community and to tell the story of SCVO and Scotland’s essential voluntary sector.

We’re looking for someone with hands-on experience and strong marketing skills who can support our busy marketing and comms team in delivering our goals.

You’ll use your skills and experience in content development, email marketing, social media marketing and media relations to engage our membership and sector-wide audiences with audience-focused, impactful marketing and communications content.

Part time hours and other flexible working options, including working from home for part of the week, will be fully considered. We encourage you to apply if you believe you meet most of the criteria in the person specification. We share our interview questions in advance. If you want to have a chat about the job or our flexible working approach, get in touch with us at HR@scvo.scot

SCVO is the membership organisation for the voluntary sector in Scotland and our mission is to champion the role of voluntary sector organisations in building a flourishing society and support them to do work that has a positive impact.

We are seeking a programme leader who is passionate about supporting the development and delivery of a programme of activities and support for children, young people and families at Church House.

• To design, lead and deliver our exciting and varied activity programme for children and young people from our purpose-built building and out with.
• This is a unique role with high levels of responsibility in an exciting environment.
• We would require you to work alongside a vibrant and enthusiastic staff team and volunteers.

The successful applicant will be required to be(come) a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Scheme and the appointment will be subject to a satisfactory PVG Scheme Disclosure and references. We will not take up references until a job offer is made.

Organisation profile:

Church House, Bridgeton [SCIO] is a registered charity that aims to help children, young people and their families in the Inner East End of Glasgow find fullness of life, physically, mentally, emotionally and socially.

This is a great opportunity to join our successful and award-winning community food growing project in the east end of Glasgow. SCGP aims to address a wide range of poverty related issues in the local area through food growing. We have developed services and activities to improve the health and well-being of local people, improve employability through volunteering, provide positive opportunities for children and families and build the social capital of the community.

The Project Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Project and for assisting the volunteer Board in its good governance and ongoing development.

They will enable individual users and groups to learn about and practice vegetable and fruit growing, healthy eating and lifestyles and cooking and will facilitate and organise activities and events to promote these aims. The Project Co-ordinator is responsible for managing and supporting any junior staff members and any sessional worker contracts. They will direct and develop the SCGP’s volunteering programme, ensuring it continues to be a ‘Volunteer Friendly’ accredited project and will direct and develop services for children and families.

We are seeking someone with a good knowledge and experience of food growing and an understanding of food poverty and the benefits of healthy eating. You will have had a minimum of two years’ experience and a track record of success in the development of community projects.

You will ideally have an understanding of the legal and regulatory requirements upon charitable voluntary organisations; be numerate and have experience of budgeting, staff management and of reporting to a Board.

The successful candidate will be a good organiser who is able to multi-task and prioritise competing priorities with minimal supervision. You will be creative , innovative and resourceful and committed to the aims of our project. You will be a team player with a positive attitude who is able to develop and sustain good working relationships with plot holders, volunteers, partners and funders.

We are a charity who provides information, support and safe accommodation for women and children experiencing domestic abuse across West Lothian.

The role of Director is a unique voluntary opportunity for women from diverse backgrounds who have expertise, time and are committed to making a real difference to the lives of women and children who have experienced domestic abuse.

As a member of WLWA Board, you will play a key role in shaping the strategy of WLWA and overseeing its governance to ensure it can continue to provide high quality services. You don’t need to be an expert in domestic abuse, but you do need to have an understanding of the impact it has on women and children and be committed to our vision and values.

The things we believe in that help make this organisation extraordinary:

• SAFETY - Taking personal responsibility to provide for emotional wellbeing.
• HONESTY - Authentically building trust with openness and compassion.
• EMPOWERMENT - Valuing everyone and enabling their unique potential.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We would particularly love to recruit Directors who have experience in Human Resources or Finance, however please don’t let this put you off applying if you don’t have experience in these areas.

We are committed to representing the diversity of our service users on our Board and welcome applications from women from under-represented groups including those from ethnic minority backgrounds and LGBTI people.

The board meets face to face in Livingston every second month. Board members are also invited to join one of our sub committees to accelerate progress on important topics such as fundraising or strategy, driving forward key actions between board meetings.

Although this fantastic volunteering opportunity is unpaid, travel expenses are available for board members to attend meetings.

As well as benefiting from being part of a talented and supportive team of board members, you ill also receive a comprehensive induction plan and ongoing training and support.

The role

The postholder will work with colleagues across the organisation to deliver the objectives outlined in EVOC’s five-year strategic plan. Reporting to the EVOC Chief Executive, the role of the Business Operations Manager is to work as part of the Senior Management Team (SMT) to provide leadership and management to the organisation. Leads the admin and operations team, with three direct reports.

This role combines aspects of business operations, communications and marketing along with membership services, training and administration across the whole organisation.

About you

We’re looking for an experienced Business Operations and Communications Manager to provide leadership and management to the organisation. You will work with the CEO to oversee aspects of EVOC’s business operations and communications, along with membership services, training and administration across the whole organisation. You will also line manage three members of staff.

About us

EVOC (Edinburgh Voluntary Organisations’ Council) is a charity that was established in 1868. In July 2025, we published a new strategic plan to guide our work for the next five years.

Our purpose is to serve the needs of people and communities across Edinburgh by supporting our members and third sector organisations to be effective and drive the change they need.

We work in three areas – advocacy, capacity building and collaboration – underpinned by research and analysis to inform our work to support third sector organisations and the communities they serve.

EVOC is a living wage employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity, inclusion and diversity and welcome applications from members of all communities.

Benefits:

• 26 days of annual leave per year
• 10 public holidays (6 fixed and 4 floating) per year
• Pension (6% company contribution)
• Additional annual leave between Christmas and New Year when the EVOC office closes
• A hybrid working approach
• All the equipment you need to work remotely
• Competitive salary
• Continued investment in your development to support you in this role
• The chance to make a real difference to the sector and the city

Citizens Advice & Rights Fife (CARF) is seeking an exceptional leader to become Chair of the Board of Directors. This is a pivotal voluntary role providing strategic leadership, strong governance, and support to the Chief Executive as CARF continues to deliver vital advice services across Fife.

Full details — including responsibilities, skills and experience required, time commitment, and the application process — are contained in our Recruitment Brochure below.

Stirling Baptist Church is a vibrant church in the heart of Stirling with a heart for the people of Stirling: ‘A church in the city, for the city’.

Our church family is made up of a diverse group of Christian people drawn from various backgrounds.

Based on Acts 1:8, our vision is to be a Spirit-filled & empowered witnessing community. We desire to see everyone in our church serving locally in Stirling, witnessing regionally in the areas that they live and work and engaging globally. We have a variety of programmes and ministries running throughout the week that enable us to see this vision fulfilled.

More information can be found on our website: stirlingbaptist.org

The Finance Assistant will support the Treasurer by maintaining financial records, producing reports for internal church management, reporting externally as required, help prepare annual church budgets, and assist in the preparation of annual accounts for audit.

The Finance Assistant will have accounting accreditation by examination and will have experience working in a similar church or charity environment.

The person appointed to this role will be a committed Christian who plays a key part in enabling the church to honour God through integrity, transparency, and good financial management.

This role is based at the church office, with flexibility for some home working by arrangement. Line management will be through the Operations Manager and Church Treasurer, both of whom will provide ongoing advice and support.

Role

Working with Xero and MyGiving software, maintaining income and expenditure records, producing management reports, reporting externally as required, helping prepare annual church budgets, and assisting in preparation of annual accounts for audit, the Finance Assistant will have already reached or gone beyond AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping and will have experience working in a similar church or charity environment.

Help Shape the Future for Unpaid Carers in East Lothian.

Are you passionate about supporting unpaid carers and making a lasting difference in your community?

Would you like to use your skills, insight and experience to help a local charity grow, strengthen and thrive?

Carers of East Lothian has been championing unpaid carers since 1996 — and as we celebrate 30 years of making a difference, we’re just getting started.

As a leading third sector organisation, we support, empower and amplify the voices of unpaid carers across East Lothian. With demand for our services growing and an ambitious new 5-year strategy launching, there’s never been a more exciting time to get involved.

Join our Board and help shape the next chapter of our journey — your experience, insight and passion could make a real difference.

Why Join Our Board?

As a Trustee, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the future of our charity. Working collaboratively with fellow Board members, you will provide strategic leadership, governance and oversight to ensure we remain true to our mission and values.

You will:

• Help shape and influence our long-term vision and strategy
• Contribute to meaningful discussions at Board meetings
• Ensure strong governance and compliance with legal responsibilities
• Oversee financial sustainability and organisational resilience
• Support and constructively challenge senior staff and volunteers
• Act as an ambassador, championing our work and building partnerships

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible impact in your community, develop your leadership skills, and gain valuable experience in charity governance. Previous Board experience is not necessary.

Who We are Looking For?

• An individual with commitment to the mission, vision, values and objectives of the charity
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Integrity and sound judgement
• Think and apply knowledge creatively and strategically
• Experience of or an understanding of the demands on unpaid carers

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are especially keen to hear from individuals who can bring diverse perspectives or lived experience connected to unpaid caring.

While we would particularly value skills in finance, law, fundraising, communications, or HR, enthusiasm, commitment and a genuine belief in our mission are just as important.

If you want to help create a stronger future for unpaid carers in East Lothian, we’d love to hear from you.