Peeblesshire Foodbank is an independent charity operating in the Peeblesshire area. We have a strong association with Trussell, the UK’s leading charity in working to reduce poverty.

We wish to recruit for the post of Engagement Officer which plays a key role in researching the key drivers of poverty in our local area and works with local groups, third-sector and statutory organisations, and local and national elected members, with a view to reducing poverty and ending the need for foodbanks.

Key responsibilities of the post include: the developing and delivery of local influencing strategies and nurturing networking and joint-working opportunities among other agencies working within the field of poverty and deprivation. The Engagement Officer will be the link between Peeblesshire Foodbank and the Organising and Local Mobilisation team at Trussell.

Applications for this exciting post are invited from those with experience of campaigning and/or organising effective change, managing and working with volunteers, community outreach. In addition, you will need good project management skills, the ability to balance a range of priorities, have excellent communication skills, and the ability to seek and balance a range of views of stakeholders.

Our Values

Our values of dignity, justice, compassion and community, are central to all that we do and therefore supports our aim to be an organisation where the diversity of all employees is valued. We welcome people of all faiths and none and those that are committed to these values.

We recognise that we have under-represented groups within our workforce. As part of our commitment to diversity and equality of opportunity we are actively encouraging applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people who are LGBT+, from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions and those with a lived experience of poverty as well as any other under-represented group in our workforce. We are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of our employees from all forms of harm.

OKFP are looking for an accomplished Operations Manager to oversea all aspects of its day to day operations. This pivotal role is key to ensuring services, systems and processes run efficiently, enabling maximum impact for members.

About OKFP

OKFP started as a foodbank community group during covid and has grown into a large charity dealing with food insecurity, social isolation, mental wellbeing and many other community based needs.

What will you do?

The Operations Manager will oversee the organisation’s operational performance and ensure it meets its strategic aims. Working closely with the board and reporting directly to the CEO, the postholder will deliver operational plans, manage budgets, plus support staff and volunteers in delivering high quality services. The remit will be varied and hands-on, covering leadership, project management, compliance, communications and governance.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership: Lead, manage and support staff and volunteers, ensuring they have the tools and guidance to excel.

Operational Planning: Develop and deliver operational plans that align with the organisation’s strategy and objectives

Financial Oversight: Manage budgets for allocated projects, monitor expenditure and ensure resources are used effectively.

Compliance and Policies: Ensure all organisational policies, procedures and records are accurate, up to date and compliant.

Safeguarding Responsibility: Ensure safeguarding policies are followed and support staff, volunteers, and members with any safeguarding concerns in line with organisational procedures.

Systems and Processes: Maintain and improve operational systems, processes and best practice approaches.

Performance Monitoring: Develop KPI’s, track progress and ensure targets are met across the organisation.

Governance Support: Prepare reports. Chair meetings and represent the Charity at events and presentations.

What does OKFP need from you?

Experience:

• Knowledge and skills in social media platforms.
• Proven experience in operations management (three years minimum), ideally in the charity sector.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Knowledge of fundraising and grant management.
• Strategic planning and project management experience.
• Financial management and budget oversight skills.
• A background in improving systems , processes and compliance.
• Promotion and marketing
• Risk Management & GDPR aware

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Highly Organised with strong time management skills
• An excellent communicator, able to work collaboratively with staff, volunteers and external partners.
• Self motivated with the ability to use initiative.
• Confident decision maker with the ability to problem solve and adapt.
• Understanding and commitment to the values of OKFP
• IT literate in Microsoft Office, spreadsheet and database packages.

What you get

You will work in a rewarding, supportive and friendly environment and will be provided with a full induction and training opportunities. You will be given the chance to develop your knowledge and skills, as well as develop professionally.

Some of the Benefits Include:

• 20 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays.
• Pension Auto Enrolment.
• Working From One Site.
• A friendly fun environment to work in while making a difference to people’s lives

Trustees

Empty Kitchens Full Hearts SCIO aims to relieve poverty in Edinburgh by providing meals using surplus food and follow-up support to people across the city, free of charge, and without judgement. Established in 2020 we have provided over 2 million meals.

What we’re looking for:

We are looking to recruit a Treasurer who will contribute their energy, enthusiasm and expertise to our organisation. Prior experience as a Trustee is not necessary. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting difference in people’s lives by supporting an essential service in Edinburgh.

Treasurer Trustee:

We are seeking a candidate who is either a qualified accountant or has substantive accounting expertise, preferably with knowledge of the third sector. Ideally the postholder will have the capacity to work closely with the Executive Team in order to ensure the Board is fully conversant in ongoing matters of finance.

About Empty Kitchens Full Hearts

Empty Kitchens Full Hearts SCIO aims to relieve poverty in Edinburgh by providing meals -made using surplus food - and follow-up support to people across the city, free of charge, and without judgement. Established in 2020, we have provided over 2 million meals to those in need. Empty Kitchens Full Hearts is led by a dedicated and passionate board of trustees who are collectively responsible for the governance and strategic direction of the organisation. A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join this board and make a real difference to people across Edinburgh.

About the role

Our Trustees support all aspects of our work, with the aim of providing strategic support, governance and assurance that enables us to continue to deliver our core services. They are there to lead, control and supervise the organisation’s activities.

The time commitment for this voluntary, unpaid role is an average of 1-2 days a month. There will be a requirement to attend our quarterly board meetings and participate in ad hoc working groups. If you feel you have valuable experience and skills to contribute to the Empty Kitchens Full Hearts mission and would like to use your professional experience for good, we would love to hear from you.

What we Offer

• The opportunity to make a significant and lasting impact on food poverty and community well-being.
• A chance to work with a passionate and dedicated team.
• The satisfaction of contributing to a cause you believe in.
• A commitment to your professional development and a supportive Board environment.

Ways of Working:

• Trustees will leverage their networks, knowledge and experience to support Empty Kitchens Full Hearts, particularly in areas such as food insecurity and fundraising.
• Trustees are encouraged to volunteer with the charity in roles such as kitchen assistant, packing and delivery of food.
• Trustees are required to attend a minimum of 4 Board meetings a year and should also be willing to sit on working groups as required.
• Meetings are typically 2 hours in duration and are set out up to 12 months in advance. Board meetings are mainly in person at our premises in Granton, but may occasionally be held online.
• Trustees will build strong working relationships with the Chair, fellow trustees, staff, volunteers and supporters.

About the role

This is a fantastic chance to join the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, working within the Volunteering team as our new Senior Volunteering Development Manager

As the Senior Volunteering Development Manager, you will be required to support guide and inspire Scotland's National Cycle Network (NCN) teams on implementing and embedding our Volunteering and Engagement Strategy.

Key Responsibilities of the role will include

• Leading on implementing the Volunteering and Engagement strategy in Scotland. Identifying opportunities to support diverse engagement on the National Cycle Network in partnership with the Engagement department

• Inspiring and leading colleagues to embed, integrate and celebrate volunteering on the National Cycle Network in Walk Wheel Cycle Trust Scotland. Be a professional lead for volunteer services, providing expert advice and support for Scotland colleagues, and in coordination with UK-wide Volunteering Team.

• Working closely with the Volunteering Principal Project Manager to identify, shape and implement volunteering initiatives relevant to Scotland, with potential scalability and roll out across the UK.

• Supporting volunteer management administrative processes as required, for example by issuing tasks, maintaining accurate volunteer records, and administration of volunteer recruitment processes.

This role involves regular travel, with work taking place at different locations to support and deliver projects for the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.

About You

We ask that you have experience in the following areas:

• Experience of strategy implementation

• Demonstrable success in leading and delivering multiple projects

• Experience of leading volunteering or community-based projects

• A deep and comprehensive understanding of contemporary best practice in volunteering

• Ability to demonstrate influential relationship building

• Ability to demonstrate an inspirational, solutions-led approach to achieving change, with a commitment to creativity, innovation and the delivery of high-quality products.

• Ability to inspire and create strong working relationships with people from a diverse range of backgrounds

What we offer

In return you will enjoy flexible hybrid working that’s shaped around what works best for you and your team, plus a supportive and rewarding environment where you can thrive.

Wellbeing

• 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working

• Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff)

• Staff volunteer days

• 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service

• We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes

Financial

• Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans

• Bike, computer and season ticket loans

• Discount benefits

• London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London)

• Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary

Family Friendly

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

• Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)