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We’re launching a brand-new Bookkeeping Support Service, and we’re looking for a skilled and motivated Bookkeeper to help us build it from the ground up.

This is a unique opportunity to shape a service that will support voluntary organisations across Scotland with their financial management and compliance.

Part time hours and other flexible working options, including hybrid working, will be fully considered. We encourage you to apply if you believe you meet most of the criteria in the person specification. We share our interview questions in advance. If you want to have a chat about the job or our flexible working approach, get in touch with us at recruitment@scvo.scot

SCVO is the membership organisation for the voluntary sector in Scotland, and our mission is to champion the role of voluntary sector organisations in building a flourishing society and support them to do work that has a positive impact.

After a historic Holyrood Election in 2026, the Liberal Democrats in Edinburgh are looking for a campaign organiser to be the lynchpin in our campaign for the city council elections in May 2027 and beyond. This is a role focussed on running – and winning - an ambitious campaign to put more gold on the map.

Working with an experienced team you will also develop your experience of delivering results in high-pressure, target-driven campaigns in a setting that will open opportunities in a political party, an advocacy organisation, membership body, trade union, charity, or comparable campaigning environment.

This is a great opportunity to take on a high-profile campaigning role with some of the most ambitious local parties in Scotland.

Job Description

Key roles and responsibilities include:

• Taking overall responsibility for delivering the agreed citywide campaign plan.
• Building campaigning and organisational capacity – including recruiting members, donors, deliverers and poster sites.
• Building and managing a team of volunteers who oversee all aspects of capacity building and campaigning.
• Designing and delivering an ongoing programme of doorstep communication with voters.
• Assisting with the design, production, print, and coordination of the delivery of campaign literature.
• Maintaining relevant databases e.g. deliverers, donors, poster sites etc.
• Organising events e.g. action days, social events, etc.
• Maintaining and updating social media, website and other digital infrastructure.
• Supporting fundraising and assisting with fundraising campaigns and events as required.
• Attending relevant conferences, training and other meetings as required.

Personal Specification

The following criteria are considered essential:

• Exceptional personal organisation.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• bility to lead, mobilise and manage volunteers.
• Excellent written communication skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision, self-motivating and able to manage own workload.
• Familiarity with current issues within UK politics and sympathy with the values and principles of the Liberal Democrats.

The following criteria are desirable:

• Experience in delivering effective Liberal Democrat campaigns.
• Experience of Liberal Democrat software and databases (e.g. Affinity Publisher, NationBuilder & Connect)
• Understanding of GDPR, data protection and regulations relevant to political campaigning

Purpose of the role: You’ll be a key link between Laura Moodie MSP and the people of South Scotland, helping constituents find support with a range of issues, from housing and health to local services. By managing casework, handling sensitive information responsibly, and spotting common concerns, you’ll help ensure local voices are heard and acted on.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the management of regional casework and responding to enquiries from constituents.
• Tracking and logging issues raised by constituents using the online caseworker system.
• Responding to constituents’ enquiries on a wide range of issues, including those of a sensitive nature and escalating accordingly.
• Advocating on constituents’ behalf with relevant bodies to resolve matters.
• Keeping constituent records and documentation in line with casework GDPR requirements.
• Supporting the wider administration of the office, including diary management and correspondence with stakeholders in the region and areas of policy interest to the MSP.
• Coordination of meetings and visits, accompanying the MSP to take a note of meetings as required.
• Provide administrative support on research projects and policy work.

Essential Requirements

• Excellent organisational skills while being flexible in prioritising workloads during busy times.
• Strong communication skills, responding with empathy to people who may be in distress.
• The ability to work effectively with colleagues to deliver on the priorities of the team.
• Being comfortable in a front-facing role, sometimes explaining legal rules, processes and systems to members of the general public.
• Awareness of the responsibilities entailed when representing those unable to advocate for themselves in certain situations.
• An interest in helping people and a curiosity to probe for further information where required.
• Respect for confidentiality and discretion in dealing with sensitive issues.
• An understanding of the specific challenges and issues facing constituents in the South Scotland region.
• We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates whose backgrounds and career trajectories may be under-represented in politics.

For any questions about the role please contact: cameron.garrett@Parliament.scot

Purpose: You’ll play a key role in supporting Laura’s work across numerous areas in South Scotland, including rural areas. By researching local and national issues, spotting what matters most, and communicating effectively,you’ll help engage constituents and stakeholders. You willalso build practical experience in research, communications, campaigning, and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Producing materials that effectively convey Laura’s work to constituents and local media.
• Keeping up to date with current media developments.
• Corresponding with constituents and local campaign groups.
• Assisting with high-quality press briefings, speeches, presentations and written materials.
• Creating compelling narratives that tell the story of Laura’s work and empower constituents to engage with the work of Parliament.
• Identifying potential media opportunities.
• Identifying key regional events and activities, in turn promoting my work.
• Maintaining information systems to support communications.
• Contributing towards the management of Laura’s social media accounts, including posting high quality, accessible content on a regular basis
• Drafting and posting social media content to update constituents on my parliamentary activities.
• Reviewing social media trends and briefing me on issues of relevance to my parliamentary role.
• Gathering and distributing valuable data that supports my activities.
• Keeping your knowledge of local issues up to date.
• Carrying out strategic research projects.
• Obtaining and compiling relevant research documents from external stakeholders.
• Preparing and delivering regular briefings and updates.
• Analysing, evaluating and interpreting data and statistics.
• Implementing strategic goals and developing campaign priorities.
• Confirming deliverables are met.
• Supporting wider team administrative work.
• Supporting the wider administration of the office, including diary management and correspondence with stakeholders in the region and areas of policy interest to Laura.
• Accompanying the MSP on meetings and visits in the region, taking notes, photographs and videos as needed.
• Organisation of regional visits, events and in-person meetings across South Scotland.

Essential Requirements

• Have an interest in politics with the confidence to represent Laura and her work in a compelling way.
• Be capable in monitoring media developments and sourcing information from a range of channels.
• Have flexibility using relevant IT skills and writing styles, covering both press and social media.
• Be creative in communicating over a range of formats on different media platforms.
• Have the creativity and expertise to produce accurate and influential work.
• Have analytical skills with the ability to identify and investigate trends while interpreting data.
• Be a quick learner with the ability to multitask and work within tight timescales.
• Be able to respond flexibly and creatively to range of requests, such as media enquiries and press releases.
• Be a proactive problem solver with the motivation and resilience to adapt and deal with challenges.
• Have excellent organisational skills and an ability to multi-task in a fast-paced working environment.
• Have an understanding of South Scotland and the challenges and opportunities offered in representing this region.
• We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates whose backgrounds and career trajectories may be under-represented in politics.