Development Manager
- Part time
- £31,423 pro-rata
- AIA Offices, Arbroath with option for blended working
- Closing 7th October 2022
- Advertised from 23rd September 2022
- 21 hours per week. Salary: FTE £31,423 (Pro Rata: £18,854) Fixed term contract until 31st August 2024 (possible extension subject to further funding being secured).
Role
AIA values equality and diversity and aspires to reflect this in our workforce.
We are looking for a highly motivated, person-centred Development Manager to join the Citizen Advocacy Team at Angus Independent Advocacy (AIA). The post holder will manage a small team and lead on the development of the Citizen Advocacy project.
The main aim of the Citizen Advocacy Project is to support people living in Angus to have their voice heard and connect to their local community.
The candidate must have experience of developing projects and leading teams. It is essential they are committed to: Human Rights; Social Justice; and, the Principles, Standards & Code of Best Practice for Independent Advocacy.
We are looking for a person with excellent communication and IT skills, who can work independently and also as part of a team. The post is considered regulated work so is subject to membership of the PVG scheme. Access to a car and ability to travel throughout Angus is essential.
If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience and are passionate about supporting people to have their voice heard, we would like to hear from you.
Application notes
Return applications by email only to: enquiries@angusindadvocacy.org
Please note CVs will not be accepted.
Closing date: 12 noon Friday 7th October
Interviews to be held in Arbroath week beginning 10th October 2022
For more information or an informal discussion please contact Heather MacMaster (CEO) on 01241 434413.
This post is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund.
Downloads
- Job Applicant Privacy Notice
- Equal Opportunities Form
- Covering Letter
- Application Form
- Job Description
As the Executive Officer at Forth Valley Advocacy you will join us at an exciting time in our development as we continue to deliver a recently extended contract for Independent Advocacy services in the Forth Valley area, currently extended until October 2024 with the option of extension to October 2025. This is a crucial post which will allow Forth Valley Advocacy to continue to provide high quality and person led Independent Advocacy services across the Forth Valley area.
As the Executive Officer, you will manage a team of energetic and enthusiastic Advocacy Workers, Team leader and Service Adminstrator. You will build strong partnerships with our funders, our referrers, external organisation, local communities and our colleagues in the NHS and Local Authorities. You will be the public face of Forth Valley Advocacy.
You will report and be accountable to the Chair and the Board of Trustees.
You will bring enthusiasm and leadership skills to the organisation during this exciting period of growth.
At present our office base is in Falkirk but hybrid working arrangements are in place, allowing for some working from home.
Major Tasks
To be a subject expert on benefits and welfare related areas.
Prepare and brief colleagues and departments as required.
Main Job Activities
1. To be a subject expert:
Understanding the rules, laws and regulations within the relevant subject area.
Review and highlight key information to colleagues from relevant literature, journals, and reports.
Identify areas of improvement for the organisation’s advice service, working with colleagues to implement strategic development plans.
Support relevant marketing and media activities.
2. To influence the operational processes associated with the relevant subject area:
Identifying and implementing key improvements across both advisor and customer journeys.
Strong depth of understanding related to enquiry patterns and trends.
Planning and horizon scanning to provide the most up-to-date information for our advisors.
3. Identify and develop collaborative partnerships with stakeholders within the subject area:
Partnership working with organisations we are currently engaged with, in addition to establishing possible new partnership opportunities with those we are not.
Monitoring, understanding, and responding to external consultations and changes within the relevant subject area.
4. Prepare and brief both senior colleagues and external stakeholders as required:
Regular development of reports and written briefings.
Inform and collaborate with our internal training department to influence training content.
Support advisory staff when required, providing subject specific guidance.
5. To undertake any other duties as reasonably requested by Line Manager.
Purpose
We are currently in search of a passionate and experienced Learning and Development Trainer. This pivotal role is dedicated to crafting and delivering comprehensive training programs meticulously tailored to empower our staff members with the essential skills and knowledge they need. These programs are designed to enhance proficiency across our advice lines, encompassing benefits and debt.
It is essential that you have experience in welfare benefits and/or debt as well as delivering innovative and practical training.
Major Duties
Ensuring training courses are researched, created, and delivered to a high standard, using the latest developments and technology.
Monitoring and assessing the skill level of each member of staff within the organisation. Ensuring that all team members have the level of knowledge to perform at a high level.
Maintaining the external training accreditations awarded to the organisation.
Maintaining knowledge of the latest developments within the knowledge areas the organisation addresses as well as the latest learning and development techniques.
Finance and Admin Assistant
- Part time
- £23,650 – £26,875 pro-rata
- Kirkintilloch
- Closing 2nd April 2024
Ceartas is an independent professional advocacy service which works with all people aged 16 and over in East Dunbartonshire. We are currently recruiting for the following positions:
The post holder will provide assistance and support to the Management team in all aspects of finance and administration. They will provide support with internal and external communications.
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