The Sustainability Co-ordinator post offers the potential for a highly motivated individual to work on the next crucial phase of the development and sustainability of Haven services across Lanarkshire. Aligning with the Haven’s 5 sustainability approaches; Involvement, Innovation, Impact, Improvement, Income; the role requires strong collaborative approaches and will be instrumental in ensuring the immediate and longer term achievement of organisational outcomes and sustainability.

A strong understanding and knowledge is required of: national and local health and social care policy; the Lanarkshire Health and Social Care and third sector landscapes; and the health and wellbeing needs of Haven client groups.

The ability to critically analyse this information and translate this knowledge into effective communications with and applications to trust and grant funders, is a key competence, as is the ability to engage with a wide range of key stakeholders. In addition, the competencies and skills to build, maintain and develop strong monitoring/evaluation frameworks is also key.

The Eric Liddell Community are looking for new Trustees to join the Board of Directors.

If you are interested in becoming a Trustee of one of Edinburgh’s most respected specialist dementia and care charities, please get in touch.

Our vision is a community where no one feels lonely or isolated. Our mission is to bring people together in their communities to enhance health and well-being and have a positive impact on their lives.

We are driving progress toward this by: providing a “sector leading” and “excellent” Dementia Day Service, alongside an open programme for community-based activities for people living with dementia, a programme of wellbeing activities, courses and opportunities for unpaid carers, a Befriending Service and running our vibrant Community Hub which welcomes over 7,000 every month, in the heart of Edinburgh.

In the last few years, The Eric Liddell Community has undergone a period of growth and expansion financially and also in how we deliver our caring services.

The Board are looking to expand the diversity of our Trustees and are interested in applicants from the following areas:

• Social Care
• Charity Fundraising

Do you want to make a real difference in people’s lives? Join Coastal Community Connections to lead our befriending and buddy walking services—supporting people to feel connected, confident, and part of their community.

In this meaningful and varied role, you'll:

• Match people with volunteers for walks or companionship
• Help rebuild confidence after illness, loss, or isolation
• Work on end-of-life and bereavement projects and courses
• Collaborate with local partners and support our amazing volunteers

We’re looking for someone with:

• Experience in mental health, bereavement, or community support
• Empathy, communication skills, and a calm, person-centred approach
• Knowledge of safeguarding and supporting volunteers
• Strong IT skills including 365

Why join us?

• Flexible & family-friendly
• Supportive and values-driven team
• Ongoing Learning & Development
• Chance to lead change in your own community

Are you a friendly, compassionate person who enjoys supporting others? We're looking for an Outreach Worker to help connect local people with their community and reduce social isolation.

In this role, you’ll:

• Help support individuals through one-to-one guidance
• Help run friendly, welcoming community activities
• Signpost people to local groups and services
• Work with local partners to build a more connected and compassionate community

What we’re looking for:

• Someone who is empathetic, organised, and a great communicator
• Experience (paid or voluntary) in community support or outreach
• Confidence with basic admin and using email/Word/Excel/365
• Local knowledge of the Coastal Community area is a bonus!

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