- Advertised from 24th June 2025
- Plus Living Pension – 9% Employer, 3% Employee contribution. 25 hours per week. Permanent.
Role
Fife Voluntary Action (FVA) is looking for a Coordinator to oversee our Befriending Project, Kingdom Companions. This is a short-term goal-specific service with the aim of reducing social isolation and increasing community participation amongst adults throughout Fife.
You will recruit, select, train and support volunteers, matching them with potential service users. You will also network with partner organisations to promote the service as well as the benefits of volunteering.
About You
FVA is looking for someone who has a background in community development. You will have experience of working with, motivating and supporting volunteers effectively.
It’s essential that you are confident in delivering presentations and engaging with stakeholders, with excellent customer service skills. You should be organised and efficient, with a personal commitment to equal opportunities.
An understanding of the voluntary or charitable sector is desirable.
Benefits
Benefits of working for FVA include:
- 37 days’ annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) for full-time staff, pro rata for part-time staff
- Free onsite parking in Glenrothes and Kirkcaldy
- Confidential counselling helpline
- Access to unlimited, free GP appointments 24/7 via remote technology
Application notes
How to apply: Visit Working with FVA where you will find the job description and person specification, as well as the job application form and guidance document. Please complete the job application form and e-mail it to hr@fva.org
The closing date for applications is 06 July 2025.
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Community and Organisational Development Lead (Wishaw and Shotts)
- Part time
- £28,080 pro-rata
- Hybrid: with a combination of home-based working and working at VANL’s office/s and other locations in North Lanarkshire as required.
- Closing 21st July 2025
Do you have previous experience of working in a role provided community or organisational development? Are you interested in working in the community and voluntary sector? If so, then we would love to hear from you!
Voluntary Action North Lanarkshire (VANL) is the Third Sector Interface (TSI) and a respected and highly valued support organisation for the community and voluntary sector (CVS) in North Lanarkshire.
For more information about the role, please see the JD and Person Specification attached in the job listing.
VANL is a supportive employer and provides good benefits including:
- 25 days annual leave pro rata (increasing up to 27 days after 5 years, 29 days after 8 years and 30 days after 10 years) and two special leave days for birthday and Xmas shopping)
- 12 public holidays pro rata.
- 6% employer’s contribution and minimum 3% employee contribution
- Flexible working arrangements regarding hours and home-based working
Volunteer Academy Development Officer
- Part time
- £26,746 pro-rata
- Remote: Home based, with a preference for someone based in either the north or south of the region.
- Closing 13th August 2025
Please be aware we are looking to recruit two individuals, ideally we would like one to be based in the north and one in the south of Highland but this is not as important as getting the right person.
Purpose:
The Development Officers will have a key role in supporting local organisations working with volunteers. Their particular role will focus on one to one support for organisations, volunteer managers and where necessary custom volunteering roles for those requiring support into volunteering. They will also gather intelligence on volunteering, promote and develop the conversation around volunteering in communities.
We are looking to recruit a Lead Officer to coordinate the implementation of a Climate Action Hub in West Dunbartonshire. The Hub, funded by Scottish Government, will form part of a strategic Scotland-wide network. This post provides a unique opportunity for anyone with a passion for reducing the impacts of climate change and the potential of empowered communities, to make a major contribution to forward planning and policy at local, regional and national levels. You will
build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholder organisations across West Dunbartonshire and other climate hubs across Scotland, and delivering on the hub action plan.
Are you an experienced and motivated finance professional looking to make a difference in Glasgow’s vibrant third sector?
GCVS (Glasgow Council for the Voluntary Sector) is recruiting a Management Accountant to support the financial planning, analysis and reporting across our organisation. This is a great opportunity to contribute your financial expertise to a values-driven organisation working to strengthen communities and support voluntary and community organisations throughout Glasgow.
As part of our Finance and Payroll Services department, you’ll lead on preparing management accounts, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, and delivering high-quality financial insight to inform decision-making. You’ll also work closely with the Head of Finance and Payroll Services to improve systems and processes, and provide line management to relevant staff.
We’re looking for someone who is qualified or part-qualified, has excellent analytical and communication skills, and enjoys working with others to solve problems and improve services. Experience of using financial systems, Excel, and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI) will be an advantage — as will experience in the voluntary sector.
What We Offer:
- A reduced full-time working week of 32 hours
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Generous employer pension contribution (8%) with life assurance as part of the pension scheme.
- Flexible working and a supportive hybrid model.
- 28 days annual leave + fixed 13.5 public holidays.
More Information on the Job Description, Person Specification and Main Employment conditions is provided on the document enclosed.
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