- Advertised from 27th May 2021
- Hours: 25 per week. Contract: 6 months, with possible extension pending funding
Role
Fife Migrants Forum (FMF) is a registered Scottish charity serving as an information discovery point, primarily, but not exclusively, to members from migrant and ethnic minority communities in Fife.
FMF provides the following services: a multi-lingual advice and information service, advocacy and casework support, employability support, financial inclusion, personal development opportunities and community development. FMF also works in collaboration with mainstream service providers and other third sector organisations’ to provide tailored support to our client groups.
Based in our office in the Postings, Kirkcaldy, the main purpose of the job is to manage the day to day work of the advice team / Community Support staff, (paid and unpaid); offering advice and assistance to members of the public within the remit of organisation’s activities. The service has a particular emphasis on offering advice to the migrant community and case-managing the involvement of mainstream multiagency interventions to resolve issues. The agency is also committed to work with and within communities towards social cohesion and better integration of migrants within communities across Fife.
To work with the board to design a strategy and contribute to normal business planning, whilst identifying and developing services to meet emerging need. To assist FMF in developing a Human Rights approach to advice and community practices. In particular the manager will be responsible for the support, supervision, development and performance of the team and be responsible for the delivery of efficient and effective services; high quality, cost effective, customer focused and in accordance with Fife Migrants Forum aims and objectives.
Application notes
If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and covering letter to secretary@fifemigrantsforum.org.uk
The closing date for submission is 13th June 2021 at Midnight.
Interview date: w/c 21st June
Fife Communities Action Network (FCCAN) is a network of community groups in Fife that are taking action on climate change. Our aim is to empower and enable communities to create a low carbon future and promote local resilience and well-being.
We have an exciting opportunity to lead our Fife Climate Hub team, funded by the Scottish Government.
The Fife Climate Hub is part of a new network of regional community climate action hubs, created by the Scottish Government. The Hub empowers community-led action on the climate crisis. Our vision is for a growing Fife-wide network of groups taking climate action to meet the needs of their communities. We build capacity of existing community groups working on climate, encourage collaboration and reach beyond the climate engaged to grow a diverse network across Fife. We also provide a voice for our members to influence local and national policy. Together we are driving change and strengthening climate resilience in Fife.
The Hub offers training, advice, inspiration, networking, funding and signposting to places of support. We provide opportunities for networking and shared learning to create a strong climate movement across Fife and drive change across all sectors.
We’re looking for a passionate, enthusiastic leader to further develop the project. This is an exciting opportunity to shape community climate action within Scotland through a model of localised ‘grassroots’ collaborative support.
The Project Manager will ensure the Hub and its aims, objectives and outcomes are delivered on time, within scope and budget. This involves line managing a team of community engagement officers, communications and administrative staff. The Project Manager will oversee delivery of the action plan and lead on monitoring, evaluation and reporting. They will represent Fife Climate Hub and FCCAN to external partners and networks. The role also involves developing a long-term strategic plan for the Hub and applying for funding to continue the project.
The post is currently funded until 31st March 2025, but there is the possibility of extension to March 2026 and beyond, subject to continuation funding.
The post is available as a secondment, subject to agreement from both parties.
About the Organisation
The Phoenix is a Community Hub in Dumbarton West, it was set up in 2018 by Rock Community Church. The Rock is a vibrant church community serving Dumbarton and the surrounding area. The Phoenix is designed to primarily serve the people of Dumbarton West, namely the residents of Castlehill, Westcliff, and Brucehill. The Phoenix includes a community cafe and a wide and varied activities programme including youth work, toddler provision, adult learning, intergenerational events, art classes, fitness classes, wellbeing programme and volunteer opportunities.
Purpose of role:
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Adult Learning Worker to support our activities programme working with the community, partners and the Phoenix Team.
You will help support Volunteer recruitment identifying training and learning needs putting together an annual syllabus of learning opportunities.
You will consult with our local community to identify opportunities for Dumbarton West to access opportunities to learn new skills and support the development of a users forum who will help implement the results of our consultation.
Key Responsibilities
- To support Volunteer recruitment, identifying training, learning needs and creating an annual syllabus of learning opportunities.
- Consulting with the local community around training, employability and learning needs.
- To develop a users forum who will lead our community consultation, implementing their recommendations for our activity programme.
- Delivering adult learning courses and stand alone sessions.
- Developing links with third party organisations who can provide elements of adult learning programmes.
- Develop links with local residents who can offer their skills and knowledge to the learning calendar.
- Undertake training as required.
- Support major events within The Phoenix’s calendar alongside the staff team.
The Chief Executive plays a key role in setting strategic direction with the organisation’s Board and in ensuring the organisation adheres to financial, legal and ethical guidelines and standards. The Chief Executive oversees planning and implementation of the Scottish Fair Trade Forum’s budgetary and financial management and its fundraising, communications and operational strategies. The Chief Executive of the Scottish Fair Trade Forum also acts as Chief Executive of the organisation’s trading subsidiary, Fair Change Co.
Location: There will be a number of agreed days (at least 10%) when the role-holder will be required to work from Scottish Fair Trade’s office in Glasgow with other members of the staff team and at other times will be able to work from home or in the office. Some travel around Scotland and on occasions to other parts of the UK and elsewhere to attend meetings etc. will be required.
Befriending Co-ordinator
- Part time
- £27,093 pro-rata
- On site: Post will be based in Kirkcaldy and will involve travel across all areas of Fife.
- Closing 30th August 2024
Kingdom Abuse Survivors Project are seeking a Befriending Co-ordinator to assist in developing and co-ordinating all elements of volunteering including : advertising, recruitment, training, development and matching and supporting of befriending volunteers within the organisation.
Applicants will have at least 2 years’ experience of providing services to vulnerable client groups and have proven experience of all aspects of managing and retaining volunteers.
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation and have the ability to motivate others. They will also have a passion for improving the lives of women and men who have experienced childhood sexual abuse.
Must be able to work as part of a team.
Post will be based in Kirkcaldy and will involve travel across all areas of Fife.
Subject to PVG check.
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