We are looking to recruit a Communications and Business Support Officer who will perform a vital role in enhancing our visibility as an organisation and increasing our ability to achieve our aims through effective use of communications including social media and our website.

The role also supports the smooth running of our office through some administration for our room hires and for our wider areas of work . More detailed information can be found in the job description.

This role will suit someone with strong organisation skills and experience of using social media and websites for business purposes.

Our business hours are generally 9-5, Monday to Friday with very occasional evening/ weekend work and we have some flexibility as to which days/ times could be adopted as the work pattern.

Borders Community Action is seeking a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join our team. This is an exciting role in a fresh dynamic organisation that is looking to maximise the capability of the vital third sector across the Scottish Borders.

The Community Development Lead role includes direct support to local charities, voluntary organisations, and social enterprises by providing guidance on governance, capacity building, and partnership development. A key aspect of the role involves assisting groups with funding applications and pre-assessment of funds distributed by Borders Community Action. The Community Development Lead will also be responsible for promoting volunteering and work with partners to foster collaboration and help drive sustainable social impact.

Strong communication, networking, project management skills and good understanding of grant processes are essential for success in this role. It is expected that a significant proportion of this work will be dedicated to Eastern Borders.

The role of Treasurer is voluntary, and one that will be rewarding, interesting and varied for anyone keen to support the wider third sector in the local community and benefit the Scottish Borders and its residents.

Currently, the Board of Trustees meet six times a year, normally for no more than two hours, during working hours. There is also an AGM once a year.

The Treasurer is not responsible for the accounts administration - the role is one of review and reporting on the accounts, working with the CEO and others to provide advice and a thorough understanding of the financial position of the organisation to the Board of Trustees and ensuring the security of the charity long term.

The Board is seeking a professional in the area of finance, business or accounting who would have the skills to help report on the financial position of the charity and provide valuable advice in terms of risk, business planning and enterprise developments going forward.

The post will provide support and administration for the work undertaken within HTSI around funding distribution to groups. This will include supporting the sharing of information, scheduling of relevant events and sessions, report gathering and support the evaluation and assurance work around each of the different funds. The post holder will be expected to maintain records, provide services and support to funded organisations and to take part in meetings and panels. They will also work with the HTSI Office and Finance Manager to ensure that finance processes are followed competently in the processing of funds.

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