Engagement and Development Officer
- Part time
- £25,500 pro-rata
- On site: Renfrewshire
- Closing 13th June 2025
- Advertised from 16th May 2025
- 30 hours per week. July 2025 – March 2026 - 9 months (with the possibility of an extension of 3 months)
Role
This post is ‘Supported by Scottish Government’s Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund’
This is an exciting and challenging post for a person who supports social justice and the rights of vulnerable individuals, giving the successful candidate the opportunity to participate in the development of an established Advocacy Service.
This post will contribute effectively to the You First Advocacy Service, which provides independent issue-based Advocacy support to people at risk, aged over 16 in the community and in hospital. You First Advocacy provides free support to people who need help to understand their rights and express themselves. As an ambassador for You First Advocacy you will share our story by providing engagement and development expertise to work in partnership with our communities, to enable Advocacy provision that benefits people in Renfrewshire.
The post holder will be required to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the concept of Advocacy and be able to effectively articulate the skills and requirements to provide person-centred support.
As the You First Advocacy Engagement and Development Officer, you will communicate our values and mission throughout Renfrewshire. You will develop and deliver a work programme of community Advocacy engagement events with a focus on mental health. You will work with the Renfrewshire Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund and other community partners, to survey and confirm current levels of Advocacy skill and understanding across the community of Renfrewshire. You will develop training packages and manage a programme of delivery.
You will advise on the future direction for skills development in Advocacy in Renfrewshire and how we promote and develop the service for the overarching purpose of mitigating escalation of issues that exacerbate health and social inequalities.
Application notes
For applications, we do not accept CVs. Please download the application form and job description and send applications to: simon@youfirstadvocacy.org.
For more information, please contact Simon Clark (Service Manager) on: 0141 849 1229
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Trustee
- Management Board
- Unpaid
- Hybrid: Scotland (online meetings occasionally on site: Ayr or Glasgow
- Closing 1st July 2025
Company Description
Action Against Stalking is a charity organisation that provides free professional confidential independent support advocacy for individuals who are experiencing stalking. Founded by Dr. Ann Moulds CBE, AAS shares knowledge and expertise with justice agencies, provides training and CPD to professionals, and influences policy and practice nationally and internationally. See our website actionagainststalking.org for information.
Role Description
This is a non-renumerated Board of Trustees role at Action Against Stalking. The Trustees are responsible for the overall governance, strategic direction, and financial oversight of the charity. The role involves attending board meetings, participating in committee work, contributing to the development and implementation of strategic plans, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. alongside the chair, CEO and appointed trustees. This is a hybrid role, ideally based in and around Ayrshire, Glasgow, the Lothians and Lanarkshire. Remote work is the norm, with a requirement to attend at least two board meetings per annum, along with the AGM in person
We are seeking individuals with a passion for supporting our charity with our primary focus on victim rights and victim support. We hold relationships with agencies and support partners across Scotland, and the wider national and international communities.
You may have a background in social care, policing, or previous experience with championing the rights of victims. You could be a HR specialist, or a communications expert. We are seeking committed individuals from wide and varied backgrounds to join us.
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, heritage, culture, religious beliefs, colour, race, sexual orientation, and gender.
We welcome you with or without physical challenges, if you are neurodivergent or anything else that celebrates your uniqueness.
If you have the skills, and you think you’ve got what it takes, we want to hear from you.
Qualifications
- Experience in governance and strategic leadership
- Appreciation and understanding of the issues surrounding stalking
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively, as a team player and make collective decisions
- Financial literacy and experience in financial oversight
- Experience at a senior level with committees and board representation
- Commitment to the mission and values of Action Against Stalking
- Availability to attend board meetings and engage in committee work
Lead consultant (Job coach) - Renfrewshire
- Part time
- up to £26,000 pro-rata
- Hybrid: Renfrewshire
- Closing 24th June 2025
To contribute to the delivery of a successful Supported Employment Service focussed on supporting people aged 16 years to retirement with learning disabilities and/or autism, sourcing employment of 16 hours per week or more.
The successful candidate will work with the Triple E-supported employment team and local employers to assist individuals in developing their desires to find meaningful and sustainable employment. This post is funded through Renfrewshire Council.
Lead consultant (Job coach) - East Renfrewshire
- Full time
- up to £26,000
- Hybrid: East Renfrewshire
- Closing 24th June 2025
To contribute to the delivery of a successful Supported Employment Service focussed on supporting people aged 16 years to retirement with learning disabilities and/or autism, sourcing employment of 16 hours per week or more.
The successful candidate will work with the Triple E-supported employment team and local employers to assist individuals in developing their desires to find meaningful and sustainable employment. This post is funded through East Renfrewshire Council
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Collective Advocacy Worker
- Part time
- £23,650 – £29,025 pro-rata
- On site: East Dunbartonshire.
- Closing 27th June 2025
Are you passionate about human rights, social justice and amplifying the voices of people who are often unheard? Do you bring energy, creativity, and a commitment to empowering communities? If so, we want to hear from you!
We’re looking for a Collective Advocacy Worker to help build and support dynamic, inclusive groups where people with lived experience can come together, speak up, and influence change in services and society.
You’ll help shape collective advocacy opportunities that reflect people’s needs, build confidence and connection, and champion the right to be heard.
What You'll Do:
- Develop and support collective advocacy groups across East Dunbartonshire
- Build relationships with individuals and partner organisations
- Facilitate safe, inclusive group spaces for discussion and action
- Support people to identify shared issues and take collective action
What We’re Looking For:
- A vibrant, compassionate, and imaginative individual
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills
- Experience of community development, group work, or advocacy
- Understanding of equalities, rights-based work, and inclusive practice
- A commitment to working alongside people to create meaningful change
We are a Disability Confident employer.
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