Somebody goes missing in the UK every 90 seconds. Missing People exists to ease the heartache experienced by those missing someone, and to help people who are away from home find their way back to safety. Our vision is for every missing child, adult, and family left behind to find help, hope, and a safe way to reconnect. We are a non-judgmental, highly skilled team of staff and volunteers working for everyone who needs us. We provide free, confidential support, help, and advice by phone, email, text, and live chat. We coordinate a UK-wide network of people, businesses, and media to join the search for the estimated 170,000 people who go missing each year. Missing People aims to put people with lived experience at the heart of our work, amplifying their voices to achieve change. Working for Missing People means living our values. It’s a place where people are encouraged to ‘let fly’ so you can ‘make things happen’. We know you’re more than just a job title, and ‘be human’ is an important value here.
THE ROLE
We need a committed person to support the following strategic aims:
ABOUT YOU
You will be a dynamic communicator who can build strong relationships, with knowledge of the Scottish policy landscape. You will have good training skills with experience of safeguarding vulnerable adults or children. As a natural influencer, you will work with a variety of professionals from diverse backgrounds with innovation and professionalism to consult with external partners.
THE IMPACT YOU WILL HAVE
Partnership development
Training and consultancy
For more detailed information please see the attached job description/person specification, and a letter from Nikki Reeves on our website
Benefits: Missing People is on the Sunday Times "100 Best Not-for-profit Organizations to Work for" List 2019 and offers the below benefits:
You may have experience in the following: Development Coordinator, Regional Development Coordinator, Partnerships Coordinator, Strategic Development Officer, Community Development Coordinator, Project Development Coordinator, Partnerships and Development Specialist, Regional Partnership Coordinator, Program Development Officer, Development and Engagement Coordinator, etc.
To apply, please visit our website
Closing date: 28th August 2023 23:59
Interviews: 6th September 2023
Start date: tbc
Please ensure you include your CV as well as a brief covering letter which describes how you are a good fit for this role.