This role in The Prince’s Trust is known as Prince’s Trust Executive

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time - 35 hours a week

Location: You will be based in our Edinburgh hub but will have flexibility to travel across the region

The Prince’s Trust specialises in helping young people develop the confidence and skills to live, learn and earn, and has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic youth worker to join our dynamic team. This permanent position is well suited to an individual that is looking to gain hands-on experience in a thriving and supportive workplace and is as passionate as us about transforming the lives of young people.

Objectives:

You will work directly with young people, volunteers and partners to deliver programmes and activities to support and encourage 11-30 year olds. Working as part of a team within Edinburgh, you will work with clear objectives to ‘connect’, ‘progress’ and help ‘transform’ the lives of young people who need us most.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting young people to develop their confidence and skills.
• Supporting young people into positive outcomes including education, training and employment.
• Delivery of Prince’s Trust programmes.
• Planning, organising and budgeting.

Requirements:

To support our delivery requirements across Edinburgh, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from individuals with some of the following:

• To be able to engage in challenges with optimism and resilience.
• To be adaptive and flexible, ready to embrace change and innovation.
• Experienced in providing one-to-one support and delivering high quality learning and development sessions through a variety of mediums including adventurous activities.
• Natural and effective communicator, passionate about delivering excellent customer service and making the right decision for young people.

Perks of working at The Trust:

• 25 days annual leave entitlement rising by 1 day per year to 30 days, plus bank holidays
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
• Interest free season ticket loans
• A contribution of 5% of your salary by The Trust to the Trust Pension Scheme
• Flexible, family-friendly policies (maternity, adoption, paternity, shared parental leave)
• Opportunities to volunteer for and/or attend events e.g. music festivals, The Prince’s Trust Awards, active events etc.
• In-house and external training opportunities available throughout the year
• You will be supporting young people to develop skills for life – confidence, communication, teamwork.
• You will be supporting young people to gain qualifications
• You will be supporting young people to set and achieve their goals
• You will be supporting young people to move into positive destinations – employment, education, diversionary activities or further development opportunities
• Work in a challenging, fast-paced but fun and supportive environment
• Working with a diverse team of people.

The Prince’s Trust is committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the welfare of the children and young people we work with. Successful applicants to roles at The Prince’s Trust will be subject to criminal vetting checks, and where necessary for the role, a check at an enhanced level will be required.

To apply for this vacancy please go to our website and complete the online application.  To help you with the supporting statement section, you may want to download a copy of the Prince’s Trust Behavioural Framework.

About The Prince’s Trust youth charity

This year we will support more than 70,000 young people through a range of proven programmes, with three in four achieving a positive outcome.

We have a bold ambition to extend the reach and impact of our work and help one million more young people transform their lives over the next ten years.  Our job is to inspire them, support them and release their potential, so that they can thrive and society can prosper.  

We will focus on innovation, to ensure we adapt and remain relevant in a rapidly changing world.  We owe it to ourselves and the young people we serve, to do the best work of our lives and to help give them an increasing stake in our economy and society. They are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us.

A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we'd like a helping hand. We'll be in touch if we need you.

The International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) is a policy and action research organisation. We promote sustainable development to improve livelihoods and protect the environments on which these livelihoods are built. We specialise in linking local priorities to global challenges. IIED is based in London and works in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East and the Pacific, with some of the world’s most vulnerable people. We work with them to strengthen their voice in the decision-making arenas that affect them - from village councils to international conventions.

This role is based in the Human Settlements Group (HSG).  HSG is a ten-person team covering equitable and sustainable development in urban centres in low- and middle-income countries.  Our poverty focus is vital and informs everything we do because people on very low incomes, living in slums or squatter settlements, are the most vulnerable to environmental challenges. Our work has always been developed with partners, ensuring that it is rooted in the concerns of urban residents and practitioners, while contributing significantly to global research and policy debates. The Group’s work focuses on integrated approaches to urban poverty and local environments, with thematic focus areas including urbanisation and rural-urban links; water, sanitation and shelter; food and nutrition; and urban risk and urban crisis response.

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated Principal Researcher to lead on new and emerging programmes of work. S/he will develop a programme of work that builds on the group’s reputation and strengths, complementing the work of other members of the group and establishing a team around his/her area of expertise. The Principal Researcher should have substantial experience of building teams and providing mentorship to colleagues at different career stages. The postholder will also be expected to identify appropriate linkages and synergies for creating a compelling public narrative and raising the profile of interventions to catalyse inclusive and sustainable urban transformations that work for all residents.

This is a great opportunity for candidates with wide-ranging research experience, along with proven people management skills and extensive project management experience.  The perfect candidate will be comfortable working with large, complex budgets and work programmes

We may also recruit a second person at senior researcher level. The Senior Researcher will identify innovative research themes related to the group / team’s core interests, and work with colleagues to design, develop and coordinate large projects or small research programmes combining multiple independent projects.

Particular areas of focus for principal and senior researchers  might include low-carbon and climate resilient urban development pathways; urban health (particularly the social determinants of health for low income urban households and informal settlements); urban land management and development, urbanisation and global environmental challenges (including pollution, conservation and biodiversity)

To succeed in the principal researcher or senior researcher role, you must have a postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline or a PhD in a relevant subject along with excellent strategic and management skills. Your knowledge base includes in-depth understanding of the processes of inclusive urban development with an emphasis on the Global South.  You have high quality problem-solving skills and are well-networked with extensive experience of coordinating and sustaining diverse teams or collaborative networks. You will be as comfortable working with international institutes, policy‑makers and civil society organisations as you will with internal contacts. The ideal candidate will be a clear and effective communicator both verbally and in written form and as such will be well versed in producing a range of communications and marketing materials for print and/or digital audiences.

A willingness and ability to travel on occasion and work with a range of different programme partners is also key to this role.

For further information about the requirements of the researcher roles at the principal and senior levels please download the job description.

Please indicate your current salary on your CV. 

If you would like to discuss this opportunity with a member of the team, please contact David Dodman and Lucy Earle.

Deadline for applications:  midnight on Wednesday 8th January 2020.

Interviews will be held on: 3rd OR 4th February 2020.

There may be a 2nd stage interview, however this will be confirmed to candidates after the outcome of the first stage.

Shortlisted candidates will be informed at the latest by close of business on 27th January 2020.  Should you not receive a response by this date then on this occasion you have not been shortlisted.

IIED aims to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all areas of the community.

This role is a 12 months fixed term contract.

About us

Crisis is the national charity for homeless people. We know that homelessness is not inevitable. We know that together we can end it.

Our innovative education, employment, housing and well-being services address individual needs and help homeless people transform their lives.

About the role

Crisis is currently recruiting for a PRS Tenant Support Officer in Edinburgh to assess, advise, and support people who are experiencing homelessness to identify, establish, and sustain tenancies in the private rented sector.

Postholder will be responding to city of Edinburgh council referrals to assess eligibility and assist people who are homeless to access and sustain Private Rented Sector tenancies. You will provide high quality information, advice and guidance about the appropriate services and support for people accessing the service, and work in partnership with these services where required.

About you

The ideal candidate will have excellent knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation in Scotland. To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate the ability to advocate effectively and have experience working with vulnerable and disadvantaged groups. You will have demonstrable knowledge of the welfare benefits system and will be able to provide high quality information, advice, and guidance around housing, preferably to IAG qualification level 2, or a relevant coaching qualification.

Benefits

As a member of the team you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:

· Interest free loans to purchase a train season ticket or a bike or for a deposit to secure a tenancy
· Mandatory pension scheme, with an employer contribution of 8.5%
· 25 days’ annual leave which increases with service to 28 days

Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience and career.

How to apply

If this sound likes the opportunity for you, please click on "Apply Now" button.

Closing date: 15 December 2019 (11.59pm)
Interview date: TBC

We value diversity, promote equality and encourage and applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of homelessness.

Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094

Scotland COP 26 Coordinator

Fixed Term Contract

Circa £37,306

Edinburgh

In order to protect nature we need to take on the big issues facing our planet.  We're facing up to challenges such as the urgent threat of climate change. 2020 marks a significant milestone for UN processes including biodiversity and climate as well as being the 75th birthday of the UN itself. The 2020 climate summit (COP26) which takes place in Glasgow is seen as the deadline for countries to commit to delivering on the Paris Agreement. The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) will be meeting in autumn 2020 to agree a new framework up until 2030 and Scotland will host an intersessional event in spring 2020 in Edinburgh as part of the build-up. There is a real opportunity for Scotland to play a role on the global stage!

Both COP and the CBD offer WWF the opportunity to leverage significant wins on climate and nature in Scotland and as COP26 Co-ordinator (Scotland), you will have a unique opportunity to help shape and deliver key aspects of our work programme in 2020. Planning and co-ordinating activities in the lead up to COP, alongside a counterpart at WWF-UK, you will work with external stakeholders supporting WWF Scotland’s involvement to ensure WWF’s voice is heard.

A passionate supporter of environmental and conservation issues and with a good understanding of Scottish politics, you will have experience of leading complex, multi stakeholder projects and matrix working. Organised, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, you will be capable of working collaboratively and in partnership, and comfortable liaising with ministers, government officials, other NGOs and businesses.

Most importantly, you will have clarity of focus and be able to see the bigger picture and make the links between your work and wider WWF objectives.

How to Apply                                                                                                                                                                       If you have the skills set to provide the support and drive required to help us build a movement in defence of nature, please click on the link and apply via our website. Complete the online registration and submit a copy of your up to date CV with cover letter highlighting what makes you a good fit for us. 

Closing Date: 06/01/2020

Interviews dates: 21st January 2020

At WWF-UK we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits to encourage a work life balance.

Our world needs you like never before. We are the first generation to know we are destroying the world and we could be the last that can do anything about it. We’re looking for people who are passionate about making it politically, socially and economically unacceptable to destroy our planet’s natural resources. We need you to join us in the fight for our world.

Climate and Energy Policy Manager

circa £37,500 per annum

Edinburgh

Having gained extensive experience of successfully advocating environmental policy change you are ready to step up to a bigger stage. This role of Climate and Energy Policy Manager in Scotland will provide you with the chance to significant impact the future of our planet by providing robust policy evidence to influence decision makers at all levels of government and the corporate sector

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team informing and implementing our strategy in Scotland. Our work in Scotland has a well-deserved reputation for effectiveness and innovation and has impact across the UK and internationally. 2020 is an exciting year to join us with Glasgow hosting the UN climate conference and Edinburgh hosting a major event on biodiversity.

As Climate and Energy Policy Manager, you will collaborate with colleagues across the organisation and lead the development and advocacy of solutions as well as policy positions designed to accelerate Scotland’s response to climate change and halve emissions every decade. Acting as our technical expert for climate and energy, you will develop our evidence base, manage supplier partners and provide understanding and analysis of relevant Scottish government policy and legislative activity. Important will be the ability to keep abreast of policy developments. You will help formulate and deliver compelling messaging, be our climate and energy representative in printed and broadcast media and advocate policy to high level decision makers and wider stakeholders. You will also develop strong partnerships with coalitions,

the public, private and third sectors to develop broad support for climate and energy policy priorities. Important, will be the ability to ensure WWF Scotland’s climate and energy policy contributes to WWF UK/EU and global network priorities.

Of graduate calibre, you will have significant experience of successfully advocating environmental policy change to decision makers. You will possess in-depth knowledge of both UK and Scottish climate and energy policy and politics as well as of Scotland including its institutions, political structures, culture, stakeholders and environment. We would expect you will have worked on energy, climate change or related issues in an NGO, the public or private sector or a research organisation too.

Experience of working on Scotland’s Climate Change Act or Scotland’s transition to renewable energy would be an advantage.

Highly organised, you will be good at balancing multiple requirements and can deliver under pressure. You will also have an eye for detail and exacting delivery standards coupled with excellent project management, interpersonal and communication skills.

A team player you are adept at overcoming obstacles and can demonstrate a passion for the natural world and WWF’s core mission.

How to Apply

If you are committed to the natural world and possess the skills we need we would love to hear from you. Please click on the link and apply via our website. Complete the online registration and submit a copy of your up to date CV with cover letter highlighting what makes you a good fit for us.

Closing Date : 07/01/2020

Interview date: 20th January 2020

At WWF-UK we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits to encourage a work life balance.

Our world needs you like never before. We are the first generation to know we are destroying the world and we could be the last that can do anything about it. We’re looking for people who are passionate about making it politically, socially and economically unacceptable to destroy our planet’s natural resources. We need you to join us in the fight for our world.

Urban Designer (Ref:  SUS2798)

£24,446 pro rata per annum 

18.75 hours per week – based in Edinburgh

This is a very exciting role to support the delivery of high quality imaginative design work for the Street Design and Pocket Places programme. This includes community led design processes, the design and installation of temporary interventions on the public carriageway, urban realm improvements and design of walking and cycling routes.  There will also be a requirement to assist with data analysis required to develop design proposals within the Street Design and Pocket Places programmes. This may include analysis of data collected on vehicle movements, traffic speeds and point and origin data.

With relevant practical experience, you will have experience of working on design projects with direct community engagement.  You will have experience in leading workshops, of working on diverse projects implementation and of effective and productive partnership working.  Your excellent visual presentation skills will complement your good written and verbal communication skills and your ability to be proactive.  You will also have knowledge and understanding of active travel and be committed to the promotion of sustainable transport.

Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9.00am on Wednesday 4 December 2019.  Interviews will take place in Edinburgh on Tuesday 17 December 2019.

Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion.  We welcome applications from people with the appropriate skills from all parts of the community.