Third Sector Development Officer
- Full time
- £23,082 – £25,614
- Flexible, some home working considered with travel throughout Highland as necessary.
- Closing 15th May 2022
- Advertised from 28th April 2022
- Salary depending on experience. 35 hours a week, occasional weekends and evenings
Role
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 and for resilience planning across Highland. This specific role will work with newly establishing TSOs and those needing support around their governance or strategic planning. The post will also support the ongoing development of the Highland Resilience Network, working with another part time colleague to enrol and support organisations registering as a resilience partner.
The post holder will be responsible for leading advice and guidance to groups around these topics, ensuring that they are informed of the regulatory and legal information necessary. They will also support the broader work of HTSI in developing a strong Third Sector across the Highlands, including delivery of training, workshops and policy development relevant to the speciality areas connected with this post.
Key Tasks:
- To maintain a personal competency in relation to the needs of the role, including but not limited to, an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the regulatory and legal aspects of running a TSO, good practice in governance, charity law and funding practices. The post holder will also have to maintain a good understanding of the resilience landscape.
- To develop and maintain a reference library of relevant information, referral options and guides from which to advise and guide TSOs.
- To support TSOs on a one to one basis with advice and guidance, maintaining accurate case records and systems recording these interactions.
- To deliver training and advice session to TSOs as necessary.
- To produce and maintain content for the HRN website, HTSI website and other platforms as necessary.
- To support the publication and maintenance of the HRN documentation, a wide range of ‘self-help’ tools and packs for TSOs.
- Supporting the promotion of the Third Sector, its role and importance within Communities; encouraging new developments and sharing information to support community development and resilience.
- To contribute to the production of the HTSI Annual Report and other external communications for wider stakeholder information.
- To work collectively across the development team and wider HTSI organisation collaboratively, respectfully, fairly and honestly; always undertaking to represent the organisation in an appropriate manner and with the integrity expected by HTSI.
- To undertake any other reasonable task required of the post by the line manager.
Person Specification
Experience
- Experience of working within the Third Sector for more than two years
- Experience of the implementation and upkeep of work planning
- Experience of Third Sector Governance and charity regulation
- Experience of delivering training and/or one to one advice work
- Experience of development within a small/medium organisation.
- Experience of governance from the perspective of working or volunteering within the Third Sector.
- Experience of facilitating and working within a community setting
Knowledge and skills
- Knowledge of the third sector, ideally within Highland and/or a rural area.
- Knowledge of existing support, training and tools available to the Third Sector in Highland
- Knowledge of charity law/regulation
- Knowledge of infrastructure support for TSOs
- An ability to write and deliver training to a high standard
- A high competency in oral and written communication skills – graduate level or equivalent.
- Knowledge of the role and functions of an Interface, specifically the Highland TSI.
- Good presentational skills, including the ability to create and use PowerPoint.
- Good Computer and IT skills including – Microsoft, Windows and Excel, Facebook and twitter
- Some awareness of filming, social reporting and/or other digital engagement tools would be an advantage but isn’t essential.
Personal qualities
- Self-starter, proactive and excellent organiser with the ability to work to project management level.
- Leadership skills and an understanding of which style of leadership is appropriate for a given situation
- Negotiation, representation and influencing skills
- Good interpersonal skills – flexibility for different audiences, tact, diplomacy, adaptability.
- Honesty and integrity
- Approachable, confident and at ease with others.
- Ability to work as part of a team and under pressure
- Commitment to the principles of confidentiality, and equality of opportunity
Responsible to: TSI Services Manager
Application notes
To apply, please visit our website.
Lead for Community Transport
- Part time
- £33,063 pro-rata
- Hybrid: Dumfries or Stranraer
- Closing 4th January 2026
Where the role fits in our organisation
You are responsible for oversight of the TSDG community transport programme, the priorities of which are identified by the Community Transport Strategic Development Group (CTSDG). The role requires work across many of TSDG’s thematic areas including; Communities and Sector Support, Employability, Skills and Learning and Local Economies and Enterprise.
What You'll Do
We are looking for a colleague who is passionate about connecting communities to each other, for work, learning, leisure and social needs through a high quality, integrated transport model. One key purpose is enabling our communities to live fulfilling lives. Community transport is more than just moving people from A to B. It can be a mechanism for social inclusion, poverty reduction and improved wellbeing. The community transport programme is built on partnership working, so you will ned to be someone who thrives on; building relationships, supporting collaboration, and helping organisations grow their capacity to make a real difference in people’s lives. As part of the Lead Officer Group, you will also actively participate in shaping our ways of working at TSDG.
What You’ll Do
- Continue development and delivery of a multi-year plan for the design of a regional community transport model for Dumfries and Galloway.
- Build a business case for structures and a choice of viable operating models, including the development of a region-wide social enterprise for community transport.
- Actively partner with the local authority, regional transport partnership, NHS, enterprise agency, transport partners, the third sector and communities, to facilitate integration of community transport.
- Incorporate partnership outcomes and regional transport strategies in to planning, programme design and outcomes.
- Manage project reporting, including for the CTSDG, Community Planning Partnership, SLT and Board.
- Remain up to date with national and regional policy relevant to third sector organisations working in, or aligned to, transport and community transport, community connections, health and wellbeing and the social/local economy.
- Manage the Connecting Communities Development Officer.
More about you
- You have experience in related subject matter, such as economic development, social enterprise, community infrastructure and/or transport.
- You have strong relationship-building skills and experience of working collaboratively with partners from different sectors.
- You are able to analyse information, capture learning, and communicate it clearly through reports, presentations, or other formats.
- You are able to facilitate group discussions, workshops, or events that bring together different perspectives.
- You are skilled at organising, planning, and problem solving, and you can adapt to varied and changing priorities.
- You are self-motivated, a team player, and committed to continuous improvement.
Connecting Communities Development Officer
- Part time
- £27,192 pro-rata
- Hybrid: Dumfries or Stranraer
- Closing 4th January 2026
Where the role fits in our organisation
This role will develop volunteering and employability as part of our Community Transport programme. As such the role requires work across many of TSDG’s thematic areas including; Communities and Sector Support, Employability, Skills and Learning and Communications and Impact.
What You'll Do
We are looking for a colleague who is passionate about supporting third sector organisations meet the needs of their communities. Community transport is more than just moving people from A to B. It can be a mechanism for social inclusion, poverty reduction and improved wellbeing. You do not need to have knowledge of the region’s community transport sector, but you will need to be someone who thrives on; building relationships, supporting collaboration, and helping organisations grow their capacity to make a real difference in people’s lives. You will support and connect organisations working across all sectors, not just transport, including in health and wellbeing, children and families, local economies and employability.
What You’ll Do
- Build strong, positive relationships with third sector organisations and partners across Dumfries and Galloway to support improved connectivity and community-led opportunities.
- Work with partners to develop community volunteering and employability opportunities alongside our community transport sector and Strategic Development Group.
- Coordinate, facilitate, and develop collaboration between the third sector, statutory, and community voices to share learning and influence planning.
- Capture and share insights, case studies, and good practice to inform local priorities and improve access to support, including funding.
- Demonstrate and communicate the impact of community transport to a range of audiences, including raising public awareness.
- Represent TSDG and the third sector at relevant partnership and community meetings.
More about you
- You have strong relationship-building skills and experience of working collaboratively with partners from different sectors and/or directly with communities.
- You will be confident to capture ideas and input from communities and partners, and working with colleagues across portfolios to develop proposals to work in a better way for people and communities
- You are able to analyse information, capture learning, and communicate it clearly through reports, presentations, or other formats.
- You are able to facilitate group discussions, workshops, or events that bring together different perspectives.
- You are skilled at organising, planning, and problem solving, and you can adapt to varied and changing priorities.
- You are self-motivated, a team player, and committed to continuous improvement.
HTSI brings together a wide range of community groups, charities, and social enterprises. We work collaboratively with five local delivery partners to ensure that the needs of our communities—spanning an area larger than Wales—are met with innovation, partnership, and integrity.
HTSI continues its ambition to be a catalyst for positive change, investing in the strength and resilience of the Third Sector through knowledge sharing, capacity building, partnership, and a steadfast commitment to ensuring our sector’s voice is heard in policy, planning, and service delivery. Our work and impact rest on a team that values expertise, creativity, and a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. We foster an inclusive, respectful, and empowering working environment, where staff are encouraged to develop professionally, contribute ideas, and take on responsibility.
We are now seeking an inspiring leader who shares our values and vision. The ideal candidate will bring strategic insight, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to build strong, collaborative relationships. You will be comfortable advocating for the Third Sector at both local and national levels, engaging with policy forums, and championing the interests of our diverse communities. We are looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic and challenging environment, who demonstrates flexibility, resilience, and the ability to listen as well as lead. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping progressive change, securing sustainable funding, and nurturing community-led solutions for the Highlands and beyond.
If you are passionate about driving real and lasting impact, and have the experience and vision to take HTSI forward, we warmly invite your application for this pivotal role.
Full details are available in the recruitment pack below.
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VANL Consortium Lead (East)
- Full time
- £28,080
- Hybrid: Blended working between home, VANL office and community venues in North Lanarkshire
- Closing 9th January 2026
VANL Consortium Lead (Covering the east sector- Airdrie, Coatbridge and The North)
The purpose of this role is to lead on three local networks made up of Community and Voluntary Sector organisations and statutory partners to support communities in meeting local needs through both collaboration and distribution of the Locality Activity Fund. These networks being known as local Consortia which operate across North Lanarkshire and support allocation of the Locality Activity Fund.
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