Context

Voluntary Action East Renfrewshire SCIO is a dynamic local charity and the Third Sector Interface working to make East Renfrewshire a better place to live, work and do business. From climate action awareness, volunteer programmes, capacity supports and wellbeing activities, we deliver projects that promote inclusion, sustainability and community wellbeing.

Job Role

The purpose of the Digital Inclusion Innovation Lead role is to strengthen digital inclusion activity across East Renfrewshire by leading local development of the Digital Inclusion Alliance (DIA) innovation community. You will work closely with the wider VAER team while staying closely connected to day‑to‑day delivery, helping shape the next stage of our digital participation work across the area.

This is a hands-on and varied role, ideal for someone who enjoys combining strategic thinking with practical, community‑focused collaboration.

Key Tasks

Working alongside the wider VAER team and partners across sectors, you will:

Develop a robust local evidence base:

• Map digital inclusion and exclusion across East Renfrewshire
• Identify key drivers, existing provision and opportunities for innovation
• Produce clear, accessible outputs to inform planning and decision‑making

Build a local Digital Inclusion Innovation Community:

• Convene partners to share learning, build relationships and identify shared priorities
• Facilitate networks, workshops and events that drive collaborative innovation
• Strengthen third sector capacity
• Support organisations to grow skills, confidence and capability in digital inclusion
• Broaden participation and champion community‑led approaches
• Help local groups access funding to develop new ideas and approaches

Support national learning and alignment:

• Contribute local insights to the TSI/DIA Local to National Learning Network
• Share national learning back into the local system
• Help align local innovation activity with wider DIA priorities

Full job description at va-er.org.uk/join-our-team or call 0141 876 9555.

Shape the Future of Communities in East Lothian

Join Volunteer Centre East Lothian (VCEL)

Are you passionate about creating stronger, more connected communities?

Do you want to influence real change and ensure community voices are heard where it matters most?

Volunteer Centre East Lothian (VCEL) is recruiting for high-impact roles at the heart of the third sector in East Lothian.

As the area’s Third Sector Interface (TSI), we play a vital role in supporting community organisations, developing volunteering, and ensuring that lived experience shapes local decision-making.

This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking, values-driven organisation making a tangible difference every day.

Influence, connect and amplify community voice.

This is a strategic and influential role where you will shape how the third sector is connected, represented and heard across East Lothian.

You will lead VCEL’s communications and engagement approach, ensuring that insight from communities informs decision-making at a local level.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and develop impactful communications and engagement
• Turn insight into compelling reports, briefings and messages
• Strengthen networks across the third and public sectors
• Ensure community voice is central to policy, planning and partnerships

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is an exceptional communicator with strong influencing skills
• Has experience working across sectors or in partnership environments
• Can translate complex issues into clear, engaging messages
• Is driven to improve outcomes for communities

Why Join VCEL?

At VCEL, you’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive and ambitious team working to create lasting change.

We offer:

• The chance to make a real impact in communities every day
• A role with visibility, influence and purpose
• Opportunities to build partnerships and shape local systems
• A commitment to supporting your development and wellbeing

The role

The postholder will work with colleagues across the organisation to deliver the objectives outlined in EVOC’s five-year strategic plan. Reporting to the EVOC Chief Executive, the role of the Business Operations Manager is to work as part of the Senior Management Team (SMT) to provide leadership and management to the organisation. Leads the admin and operations team, with three direct reports.

This role combines aspects of business operations, communications and marketing along with membership services, training and administration across the whole organisation.

About you

We’re looking for an experienced Business Operations and Communications Manager to provide leadership and management to the organisation. You will work with the CEO to oversee aspects of EVOC’s business operations and communications, along with membership services, training and administration across the whole organisation. You will also line manage three members of staff.

About us

EVOC (Edinburgh Voluntary Organisations’ Council) is a charity that was established in 1868. In July 2025, we published a new strategic plan to guide our work for the next five years.

Our purpose is to serve the needs of people and communities across Edinburgh by supporting our members and third sector organisations to be effective and drive the change they need.

We work in three areas – advocacy, capacity building and collaboration – underpinned by research and analysis to inform our work to support third sector organisations and the communities they serve.

EVOC is a living wage employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity, inclusion and diversity and welcome applications from members of all communities.

Benefits:

• 26 days of annual leave per year
• 10 public holidays (6 fixed and 4 floating) per year
• Pension (6% company contribution)
• Additional annual leave between Christmas and New Year when the EVOC office closes
• A hybrid working approach
• All the equipment you need to work remotely
• Competitive salary
• Continued investment in your development to support you in this role
• The chance to make a real difference to the sector and the city

Shape the Future of Communities in East Lothian

Join Volunteer Centre East Lothian (VCEL)

Are you passionate about creating stronger, more connected communities?

Do you want to influence real change and ensure community voices are heard where it matters most?

Volunteer Centre East Lothian (VCEL) is recruiting for high-impact roles at the heart of the third sector in East Lothian.

As the area’s Third Sector Interface (TSI), we play a vital role in supporting community organisations, developing volunteering, and ensuring that lived experience shapes local decision-making.

This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking, values-driven organisation making a tangible difference every day.

Make a direct difference in communities.

This is a hands-on, people-focused role where you will work alongside community groups, volunteers and partners to build capacity, strengthen organisations and support thriving local networks.

You’ll be at the frontline of community development — enabling ideas, supporting growth, and helping communities to flourish.

In this role, you will:

• Empower community organisations with practical support on governance, funding and development
• Champion and grow volunteering opportunities across East Lothian
• Build strong, trusted relationships and local networks
• Deliver training and support that strengthens community resilience

We’re looking for someone who:

• Brings experience in community development or the third sector
• Builds credibility and trust quickly with a wide range of people
• Takes initiative and finds solutions in complex situations
• Is motivated by seeing communities succeed

Why Join VCEL?

At VCEL, you’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive and ambitious team working to create lasting change.

We offer:

• The chance to make a real impact in communities every day
• A role with visibility, influence and purpose
• Opportunities to build partnerships and shape local systems
• A commitment to supporting your development and wellbeing