The Human Rights and Race Equality Policy Officer at BEMIS Scotland plays a critical role in advancing racial equality and upholding human rights across Scotland. This position requires in-depth knowledge of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (ICERD) and a strong understanding of how race is situated within the Equality Act 2010.

The Officer must possess excellent communication skills to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders—ranging from grassroots community rights holders to the Scottish Government, Police Scotland, NHS, and other public sector duty bearers. Confidence and initiative are essential, as the role demands the ability to clearly articulate evidence-based positions that safeguard and strengthen human rights protections.

Working at the intersection of policy, advocacy, and community engagement, the Officer must champion inclusive practices and ensure that racial equality remains central to Scotland’s human rights agenda. This role is vital to ensuring that marginalised voices are heard and acted upon.

The Admin Officer at BEMIS Scotland provides essential administrative and operational support to ensure the smooth running of the organisation. A key responsibility is maintaining accurate financial records, including processing invoices, managing petty cash, and supporting budgeting processes. The Admin Officer also plays a vital role in coordinating events, handling logistics such as venue bookings, participant communications, and materials preparation.

Supporting internal HR functions, the role includes maintaining up-to-date staff records relating to annual leave, absences, and other statutory obligations in line with employment regulations. In collaboration with the Executive Director, the Admin Officer prepares meeting agendas, takes accurate minutes, and ensures relevant documentation is distributed and archived appropriately. Attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential.

As a central point of contact, the Admin Officer contributes to the effective delivery of BEMIS Scotland’s mission to support equality and inclusion across Scotland’s diverse communities.

Purpose of the role

This post reports to our Services and Programmes Lead. It supports New Scots in providing independent advocacy and tailored information, addressing the social, economic, health, educational, and cultural needs of this community in Edinburgh.

Reporting to: Services and Programmes Lead

Line Management Responsibilities:N/A

Key Working Relationships: Internal: Senior Management Team and project coordinators. Please refer to our organogram. External: Service users, funders, and partner agencies.

Additional information

Please note that you must already be eligible to work in the UK to be employed by The Welcoming Association.

The post holder will work from The Welcoming’s office on 20/1 Westfield Avenue, Edinburgh, EH11 2TT.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of The Welcoming. We welcome applications from BAME people, applicants with lived experience as refugees, or those who are or have worked with refugees, asylum seekers, and vulnerable adults.

Come and be part of something Amazing!

We are delighted to be recruiting an Inclusive Employment Programme Lead to manage and deliver Down’s Syndrome Scotland’s new Inclusive Employment Programme for adults with Down’s syndrome seeking meaningful employment to reach their fullest potential.

For too long, people with Down’s syndrome have experienced barriers to employment and we want to change that, for good. Can you help us do that?

Passion, innovation, and integrity are at the heart of our culture. So, we are dedicated to bringing together highly skilled people who are also passionate about making a difference. In return, we offer a flexible, professional and friendly working environment in which our staff team are truly valued and fully supported.

As our Inclusive Employment Programme Lead you will drive our Inclusive Employment Programme by working in partnership with a host of willing employers who truly value the contribution that people with Down’s syndrome can make to their workforce. You will get right alongside people with Down’s syndrome and support them to reach for the stars in seeking employment opportunities across a wide range of settings, right across Scotland.

You will recruit and lead a new team including Training and Mentoring Workers with lived experience, support staff and volunteers.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual with a strong track record of success in this area.