Project Manager
- Full time or Part time
- from £39,690
- Hybrid: Kirkcaldy
- Closing 5th August 2024
- Advertised from 12th July 2024
- Fixed term to 31 March 2025, with the possibility of extension subject to continued funding
Role
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.
Application notes
Applications must be submitted using the application form – we will not accept CVs.
Application forms should be submitted to jobs@fccan.org.uk by 5pm on Monday 5th August 2024. Late applications will not be accepted.
Interviews will be held online on Thursday 15th August.
For informal enquiries about this post please contact FCCAN Board Member, Lauren Brook, by emailing lauren@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk.
Equal opportunities
We believe that equity, diversity and inclusion strengthen and enriches us, and that it is the responsibility of everyone at FCCAN to drive this value. As ethnic minority groups and disabled people are currently under-represented within FCCAN we particularly urge and welcome applications from these communities.
Please contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application or take part in the recruitment process.
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Community Development Officer (Engagement)
- Full time or Part time
- £31,146
- Hybrid: Kirkcaldy
- Closing 25th September 2024
We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Community Development Officer (Engagement) to help us build a diverse and inclusive network of groups dedicated to climate and biodiversity action. In this role, you’ll reach out to new and varied audiences, inspiring them to prioritise climate action and supporting existing FCCAN members to enhance their impact.
You’ll work through established networks and collaborate with key stakeholders in Fife to connect, inspire, and empower community groups in ways that suit their unique needs.
As a key liaison between FCCAN’s members, partners, and stakeholders, you’ll also support the initiation and development of climate action projects through events, talks, and workshops. Working closely with our team of Community Development Officers and the Communications and PR Officer, you’ll ensure that resources, funding, and training opportunities are effectively shared across the network.
If you’re passionate about community engagement and climate action, we want to hear from you!
Top job! Head of Development
- Full time or Part time
- £37,395
- Remote: Scotland. Some travel to other areas in Scotland is likely to be required, while keeping our carbon footprint down following CES’ environmental policy.
- Closing 19th September 2024
Community Energy Scotland is recruiting for a Head of Development. The Head of Development role is vital to CES’ continuing function as a leading community energy development charity. It requires creativity, excellent networking and project development skills, foresight in identifying and accessing project funding opportunities and the ability to construct compelling funding bids. We’re looking for a colleague who will be highly committed to CES and our mission, experienced in either development and fundraising in the community and third sector and/or community energy and who will be able to work effectively on their own and in a team context.
Top job! Head of Service (Enterprise and Learning)
- Part time
- £45,000 – £50,346 pro-rata
- On site: Edinburgh
- Closing 23rd September 2024
AWS Executive are working in partnership with Space to appoint their Head of Service (Enterprise and Learning) based The Broomhouse Hub in Edinburgh. This is a part time role 21 hours per week, over 3 days.
Space @ The Broomhouse Hub is a Scottish Award-nominated charity championing community development and bringing people together.
Job Purpose
- To be a key member of Space Management Team, providing leadership and building positive working relationships across the organisation, and externally.
- To develop and lead on Space Enterprise and Learning strategy, working collaboratively with the Board of Trustees and sub committees to deliver sound advice across all areas of responsibility, and contribute towards strategic decision making.
- To oversee the day to day operations across front line projects, bringing stability and resilience, enabling any growth and improvement that may be required in order to deliver on our strategic objectives, now and in the future.
- To drive income generation, building an understanding across the organisation of the need for successful commercial projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Delivery
- Set ambitious income targets for Enterprise and Learning services, identifying market gaps and trends, delivering sustainable commercial ventures which are both financially and environmentally sustainable.
- Contribute to the regular review of the needs within Space services, planning and delivering the implementation of any new business opportunities across the organisation.
- Working with the CEO and the wider Management Team to deliver the organisation wide strategy for Space.
- Contribute to the continual review and delivery of the organisation's Standard Operating Procedures, Risk Assessments and Risk Management Strategy.
- Ensure efficient reporting systems are in place for accurate data gathering to enable informed decision making.
- Ensure Enterprise and Learning services meet all statutory and regulatory requirements as a charity, company and service provider. Ensure that all data is kept and processed securely and in line with Data Protection Act and GDPR.
- Engage with the communications team to raise awareness and raise the profile of our work by sharing positive, impactful stories.
- Support the effective governance of Space by engaging fully with all relevant governance bodies and processes.
- Ensure Space is appropriately represented across all relevant networks, partnerships and collaborations.
Leadership and people management
- Provide line management to Enterprise and Learning managers in accordance with Space values and people policies, ensuring all direct reports and their teams have the support, information, skills and learning opportunities to be highly effective in their roles.
- Hold regular individual 1:1 meetings with line reports and provide coaching, mentorship and performance management.
- Provide direction and strategic support to line reports on Enterprise and Learning annual planning processes including service work plans and budget control.
- Be a role model to all staff across the organisation and provide leadership support to other members of management.
- Encourage all staff to engage and contribute constructively to matters across the organisation.
- Comply with organisational HR policies and employment law.
- Continually monitor and assess the effectiveness and efficiency of Enterprise and Learning services, identify opportunities for growth and development, writing the business cases for any adjustments and managing the change process.
Finance and Fundraising
- Be financially accountable for all Enterprise and Learning services, ensuring Project Managers have distinct budgets, and understand their responsibilities and targets.
- Work with the fundraising team to research potential new income streams, ensuring funding is in place for all areas of responsibility
- Keep abreast of sector knowledge and standards in order to inform practical funding bid submissions.
- Nurture relationships with existing funders, ensure all agreed conditions are met and data requested is provided.
Senior Project Officer – Biodiversity Action Team
- Full time
- £24,024
- On site: Stirling and Clackmannanshire
- Closing 16th September 2024
Every day TCV works across the UK to create healthier and happier communities for everyone - communities where our activities have a lasting impact on people’s health, prospects and outdoor places.
About the role:
Do you have a love for nature? Do you want to make a difference to the lives of volunteers and local people? Do you want wildlife to thrive across the Forth Valley region? Then this could be the role for you.
TCV is seeking Senior Project Officers to lead Biodiversity Action Teams across Forth Valley, based at our office in Alloa. These roles will lead and coordinate volunteer activities to support Local Biodiversity Action Plans and Pollinator Strategies, delivering high quality volunteer opportunities and strong environmental outputs.
Key elements of the role include:
- Leading Biodiversity and Access Projects including wildflower meadow creation, tree planting, woodland management, the removal of INNS, path management and the installation of access infrastructure.
- Recruiting, inducting and developing a team of Volunteers and Volunteer Officers.
- Undertaking site surveys and carrying out risk assessments.
- Building relationships with key partners and stakeholders.
- Managing TCV’s local resources including the office, tools and vehicles.
- Assisting with managing the project budget.
- Use online and offline materials to promote TCV’s work to new partners and individuals.
- Monitor the success of the project by keeping records, analysing statistics and producing written reports on progress.
This role is offered at 35 hours per week, for a 6-month fixed term contract. Core hours are Monday to Friday 9 to 5 with some flexibility required for weekend and evening sessions.
A full driving licence is required.
Desirable: Valid First Aid at Work Certificate
This post is subject to an enhanced PVG check.
We recognise that each community and the people living there have different needs. Whether improving wellbeing, conserving a well-loved outdoor space or bringing people together to promote social cohesion and combat loneliness, TCV works together with communities to deliver practical solutions to the real life challenges they face.
For over 60 years we have adapted our work with volunteers to reflect the changing needs of communities in the UK and, by giving people a sense of purpose and belonging, we have empowered them to take control of their lives and outdoor spaces for the benefit of all.
Whilst our activities vary, our inclusive approach has remained consistent; bringing people and places together to create happy, healthy and connected communities for everyone.
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