“Are you looking for a new challenge which will directly improve a community? Do you want a job with responsibility to plan and execute projects with lasting impact? Are you self-motivated? Adept at sourcing funding opportunities? Able to motivate others and focused on driving delivery? We have the opportunity you’ve been looking for!

The Kilmadock Development Trust (KDT) has secured funding for a Project Officer 2 years on a part-time basis for two days a week/ 14 hours a week.

We are looking for someone with relevant qualifications and experience to work with the KDT, involving engagement with the local Community Council, the Community, external stakeholders and funders on community projects. Initially this will involve completing some projects that have been started and are at various stages. Also identifying funding streams to allow major community projects to progress. The suitable candidate should be able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication, excellent interpersonal, presentation and IT skills. They will be proactive, able to work on their own initiative, provide reports and plans working strategically. Salary £14,560 per annum, position will be based from the Centre, but homeworking will be considered as appropriate. The position requires someone educated to degree level and/or previous experience in these areas.

Community Links Scotland (CLS) is a local community organisation with over 20 years’ experience working with the communities of West Dunbartonshire. We are committed to the importance of community-led activity and support. Our small, dynamic staff team delivers projects in partnership with local organisations to support those furthest from the job market, develop new skills and opportunities, increase income, or sustain homes.

We are looking for a new team member to work alongside our existing team of three Energy Advisors (2FTE). This post will support those in fuel crisis and promote resilience against fuel poverty by providing direct practical help to vulnerable households within West Dunbartonshire. This project will offer support to prevent fuel poverty, tackle fuel debt and reduce household energy consumption through better energy usage.

Through this project, we will:

• Undertake home energy advice visits, targeting households vulnerable to fuel poverty-supporting them to make changes to address the impact energy usage has on real-life effects; improve understanding of energy usage and the impact that small scale behavioural changes can have on reducing energy usage and bills; and assisting them with dispute and/or debt resolution with energy companies. If appropriate energy advice will also be available via telephone and/or online platforms.
• Deliver community drop-ins in partnership with local organisations and working in partnership with HES, deliver community training workshops.

In delivering this project, you will work closely with West Dunbartonshire Council and the five local Housing Associations (Knowes, Clydebank, Trafalgar, Dalmuir Park and Dunbritton Housing Associations), together with local referrals partners, including the Community Link Workers to maximise support to local people most in need.

Inspiring Scotland is seeking a passionate and proactive Communications and Impact Officer to join our Intandem team. Intandem mentoring supports children and young people experiencing the care system, whether they’re living at home with parents, in kinship care with wider family or friends, or on the edge of care.

Established in 2016, Intandem is managed by Inspiring Scotland and delivered by 12 partner charities across 20 local authorities. Thanks to funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, we are embarking on a five-year growth plan to ensure every young person growing up in kinship care can access a mentor, no matter where they live in Scotland.

As Intandem mentoring continues to grow, the need for strong communications, effective event planning and dedicated fund management support has never been greater. This is an exciting time to join Intandem, with the opportunity to use your communications skills while gaining experience in, and contributing to, fund management.

The Communications and Impact Officer will play a pivotal role in the Intandem team in the years ahead. The role has three core elements:

1) shaping our communications

2) coordinating events

3) supporting the day-to-day delivery of the Intandem programme

The Intandem team works collaboratively, and you will play an instrumental role as the programme grows and expands its influence. Flexibility is essential, and you will have many opportunities to shape and influence our work.

• Location: Home Based with the expectation of regular travel to the office for team meetings and Scotland-wide locations for meetings and events with external stakeholders.
• Contracted hours: 35 hours per week. We are happy to discuss flexible working.
• Salary: £28,000 – £34,000 per annum, depending on experience. View our full list of benefits in the job description.

Racism Stops People Living the Life They Deserve.

Join the Board of Score Scotland and Make a Difference in Your Community

About SCOREscotland

We work in partnership with local organisations to tackle the root causes of racism and social exclusion. We provide vital support to families, children, and young people affected by racism, with a strong focus on minority ethnic communities.

Based in Wester Hailes, our small but dedicated team delivers community-based activities, outreach programmes, and opportunities that empower people to fully participate in local community life across South West Edinburgh and beyond.

We’re looking for new Non-Executive Directors to join our Board, with a particular focus on:

• People from minority ethnic communities living in Wester Hailes or surrounding areas;
• Young Black people (18+);
• People with lived experience of racism and social exclusion;
• Individuals who can contribute skills, experience, or insight in one or more of the following areas: fundraising and finance, child protection, risk management, human resources, community learning & development, marketing, communications and policy development. You do not need prior Board experience — support, training and guidance will be provided;
• We are particularly seeking a Treasurer.

About the Role of Board Members

As a Non-Executive Director (Board Member), you will:

• Help shape SCOREscotland’s strategic direction;
• Provide oversight, support, and constructive challenge to the Management Team;
• Ensure the organisation is well-governed, financially sustainable, and true to its values.

Board Members meet regularly (currently every two months) and work collectively to ensure the charity operates effectively and in line with Scottish charity law.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

SCOREscotland is an inclusive organisation. We particularly welcome applications from young Black people and individuals from minority ethnic backgrounds within the communities we serve, but applications from all communities are valued and encouraged to apply.