Senior Co-ordinator / Project Manager
London or Edinburgh (Please note, whilst this role is advertised as office based, IIED will remain a remote-working organisation for the foreseeable future).

The closing deadline for applications is midnight on 26 January 2022
Interviews are expected to be held on Thursday 17 February 2022

About Us

The International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) is a policy and action research organisation promoting sustainable development and linking local priorities to global challenges. We are based in London and Edinburgh and work on five continents with some of the world’s most vulnerable people to strengthen their voice in the decision-making arenas that affect them. With more than 100 members of staff working with associates and partners around the world, IIED has been at the forefront of policymaking in sustainable development for over 50 years.

IIED's Climate Change Group (CCG) works with those who have less voice and power in climate decision-making to co-create solutions that shape pathways and drive action for a just and sustainable future.

CCG's Climate Governance and Finance Team collaborates with public sector institutions (governments, bilateral and multilateral partners and development finance institutions), civil society actors and private sector entities in the developing world to design and test innovative solutions to climate change related risks.

We are now seeking a Senior Co-ordinator / Project Manager to join our Climate Governance and Finance Team on a permanent, full-time contract.

The Benefits

- Salary of £39,114 - £43,067 per annum depending on experience
- Benefits package

This is an incredible opportunity for a project manager or co-ordinator with financial management experience and a background in the university or charity sector to take on a vital role supporting a key Group within our organisation.

The Role

As a Senior Co-ordinator / Project Manager, you will ensure the effective and efficient implementation of a complex portfolio of international research and policy projects funded by various development donors.

Managing the financial, contractual and organisational aspects of the projects, you will assist with the production of communications outputs and provide general support to the Climate Governance and Finance Team’s programme of work.

You will also support business development, fundraising and events, networking and communications management.

This position will be particularly suitable for those keen to work closely with researchers and other technical personnel while exercising skills and experience in financial management and an aptitude for communications.

About You

To be considered as a Senior Co-ordinator / Project Manager, you will need:

- The ability to work well in French, written and verbal, in addition to English
- Experience in managing and/or co-ordinating the delivery of complex projects or portfolios of projects
- Experience of managing complex budgets and/or financial monitoring and planning
- Experience of working within the voluntary and/or university sector, ideally in non-governmental organisations in an international context
- Experience in event administration and co-ordinating travel arrangements for international collaborators
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of project cycle management
- Familiarity with editorial and publishing processes
- An understanding of issues relating to climate change and/or sustainable development
- Excellent IT skills
- A relevant first degree or equivalent level of education
- The ability to travel overseas for work for up to ten days at a time

Other organisations may call this role Team Co-ordinator, Project Manager, Senior Programme Administrator, Project Finance Co-ordinator, Programme Co-ordinator, Project Co-ordinator, or Project Officer.

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Contract Type: a mix of Permanent and fixed-term (12 months) roles

The Prince’s Trust Scotland is currently going through an exciting period of development and this is a great opportunity to join our local Service Delivery team in the East of Scotland.  We have ambitions to grow our offer to young people by providing a blended approach of face-to-face and digital delivery and support.

To help us on this journey we are looking for passionate and motivated  Youth Development Leads based in the Edinburgh area, to join our dynamic team in the following roles: 

Casework

This role involves managing a caseload of young people aged 16-30 into sustainable outcomes  through our core  Employability, Enterprise & Personal Social Development programmes, with a blended approach of working 121 with young people directly and working closely with other Youth Development colleagues delivering programmes and group sessions.

Delivery

This role is delivery focused and involves supporting groups of young people aged 16-30 through Employability, Enterprise & Personal Social Development programmes. 

You will work with partners to plan, lead and develop these courses, while providing mentorship and 1-2-1 support to help young people achieve quality outcomes across Edinburgh, Fife, Forth Valley, the Lothians and the Scottish Borders.

We are looking for people who:

• Are natural and effective communicators, passionate about delivering excellent customer service 
• Have experience in supporting young people aged 16-30 within The Prince’s Trust target groups 
• Will thrive in a busy and dynamic role and are able to engage in challenges with optimism and resilience 
• Are able to work efficiently and effectively to manage multiple priorities and deadlines 
• Have experience of working on their own initiative to achieve individual and team objectives   
• Have fine attention to detail and can process paperwork and computerised administration tasks in a timely and accurate manner 
• Have a strong understanding of the challenges young people from within The Trust’s target groups might face 

We have a mixture of fixed-term and permanent roles available and they will be home-based with a blended approach of both digital and face-to-face working. 

For more information and to apply, please click 'apply now' to be directed to our website.

Title: Ward Sister / Charge Nurse - In Patient Unit
Salary: AFC Band 6
Hours/Contract: Full time 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent / 1 year FTC Maternity Cover
Based: Marie Curie Hospice, Edinburgh
Closing date: 6th February 2022
Interview date: TBC

As a Ward Sister/Charge Nurse with Marie Curie, you'll be helping people in their time of greatest need. At Marie Curie, you'll be providing specialist care and support to patients with terminal illnesses. It's all about giving them the best possible quality of life. We'll help you develop your skills to meet individuals' medical, social, spiritual and emotional needs.

Based in our inpatient unit within the Marie Curie Hospice, you will ensure that professional standards are reflected in our daily practice, supporting the Lead Nurse in ensuring strong clinical and professional leadership and support to a dedicated team who provide high standards of specialist palliative care to patients and support for their carers.

Recent experience would be an advantage and the ability to work in a rapidly changing environment is essential. Palliative care is becoming more acute, our stakeholder's expectations of service delivery are changing and the hospice must ensure that it is able to respond to altering requirements. Whilst it is important that you understand the needs of palliative care patients, experience from an acute setting would be a distinct advantage.

What we are looking for:
- RN Registration Level 1
- Experience at Band 5 caring for patients with specialist palliative care needs (hospice / hospital / community)
- Ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders (internal and external)
- Ability to demonstrate good people management and leadership skills
- Ability to manage time, self and own workload and prioritise effectively

What's in it for you:
- Continued access to NHS Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility)
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
- Continuous development
- Industry leading training programmes
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Flexible Working

Click here to view our full job description

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

This role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory PVG Disclosure check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

Principal / Senior Researcher - Climate Finance
Central London or Edinburgh (Please note, whilst this role is advertised as office-based, IIED will remain a remote-working organisation for the foreseeable future)

The closing deadline for applications is midnight on 26 January 2022
Interviews are expected to be held Tuesday 8 and/or Tuesday 15 February 2022

The Company

The International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) is a policy and action research organisation promoting sustainable development and linking local priorities to global challenges. We are based in London and work on five continents with some of the world’s most vulnerable people to strengthen their voice in the decision-making arenas that affect them. With more than 100 members of staff working with associates and partners around the world, IIED has been at the forefront of policymaking in sustainable development for over 50 years.

IIED's Climate Change Group (CCG) works with those who have less voice and power in climate decision-making to co-create solutions that shape pathways and drive action for a just and sustainable future.

CCG's Climate Governance and Finance Team collaborates with public sector institutions (governments, bilateral and multilateral partners and development finance institutions), civil society actors and private sector entities in the developing world to design and test innovative solutions to climate change related risks.

We are now looking for a Principal / Senior Researcher to join our Climate Governance and Finance Team on a permanent, full-time contract.

The Benefits

- Grade 2 (10+ years' experience required): £57,569 - £63,438 per annum (up to £71,638 per annum for exceptional candidates depending on experience)
OR
- Grade 3 (7+ years' experience required): £47,432 – £52,249 per annum (up to £58,980 per annum for exceptional candidates depending on experience)
- Benefits package

This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly skilled and experienced researcher to join our organisation and use their expertise to make a real difference and impact on the world in which we live.

You will have the chance to work with people across the globe, sharing ideas, research and knowledge and working together to support the world’s most vulnerable people.

If you have the skills and experience we’re looking for and have a keen interest in climate finance, we want to hear from you.

The Role

As a Principal / Senior Researcher, you will design and manage an innovative portfolio of policy research and influencing work on climate finance

Working closely with colleagues and a network of international partners, you will lead our work programme on climate finance, 'Money Where It Matters', which supports vulnerable people and regions.

Providing outstanding leadership in this area, you will focus on two key elements:

- Reforming the international climate finance system to increase the quantity and quality of finance being made available for locally-led adaptation action
- Supporting a range of governments, organisations, actors and communities to develop the institutions, governance structures and financial mechanisms needed to access and use climate finance effectively to achieve their adaptation and resilience ambitions

About You

To be considered as a Principal / Senior Researcher, you will need:

- Significant experience working on climate adaptation and/or international development issues in LDCs and/or LMICs
- Significant experience working on climate and/or development finance
- A proven track record supporting national governments to access climate finance, develop equitable climate adaptation policies and/or build institutional capacities on climate adaptation and/or finance
- A track record in designing and implementing research projects, policy analysis or programme evaluations on climate finance and climate adaptation policy in LDCs or LMICs
- Expert knowledge of public policy challenges of LDC and/or LMIC governments for accessing and using climate finance to address climate risks equitably
- A strong understanding of how to design and deliver innovative, collaborative policy development and influencing processes
- A track record of raising and managing significant project funding from institutional donors
- Good IT skills
- A postgraduate degree in climate finance, climate change, development studies, development economics, environmental economics, international finance or a related discipline
- The willingness and ability to travel for up to four months in the year

Other organisations may call this role Principal Researcher, Senior Researcher, Researcher, Senior Research Officer, or Research Associate.

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System Tester & Documenter (Scotland)

£22,389 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)

(Ref: SUS3451)

Up to 37.5 hours per week – happy to talk flexible working and compressed hours

Base: Edinburgh with the flexibility to work from home on occasion

About the role

As the new System Tester and Documenter, you will be the lead in user acceptance testing (UAT) new functionality on the Sustrans Portal system, and in creating automated testing scripts. 

You will provide feedback to the developers, and update user documentation to reflect any changes made to the system. You will use software such as TestCafe Studio, Camtasia, Visio and Office 365, and will use JavaScript as part of the automated test script creation.

You will filter user support requests and either allocate technical request to the relevant programmer, or respond directly on assistance requests via phone and email by providing instructions on how to complete tasks on the Portal.

This role will require travel and work at locations as necessary to undertake projects on behalf of Sustrans. Candidates should be based within Scotland with regular travel expected to the Edinburgh Office.

About you

You should be competent using Javascript or similar programming languages and in addition have working knowledge of at least 1 the following softwares: TestCafe Studio, Camtasia, Visio and Office 365.

You will have created easily understandable user documentation, ideally including video aids.

You will be able to communicate clearly and effectively, enabling those with less IT knowledge to use all documentation with ease. 

We aim to be a truly inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, in particular from under-represented groups.

Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion.

What we offer

In return we can offer ongoing working from home (or a nearby Sustrans office when it’s safe to do so) and a truly flexible, supportive and rewarding working environment. 

Wellbeing

• 26 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working
• Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Staff volunteer days
• 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service
• We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes

Financial

• Group Personal Pension scheme with a 4% or 5% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans
• Bike, computer and season ticket loans
• Discount benefits

Family Friendly

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)

Additional information

• Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 23:59, 2nd February.
• Interviews will take place via MS Teams during the week of 14th February

To apply, please complete our online application form. 

About Sustrans

Sustrans is the charity making it easier for people to walk and cycle. We connect people and places, create liveable neighbourhoods, transform the school run and deliver a happier, healthier commute. 

Our vision and mission have never been more relevant. Across the UK, governments are pledging investment and action on walking and cycling. 

We are working together to make a real difference - creating places where everyone can live and travel happily and healthily, and where nobody is excluded.

Our work wouldn’t be possible without the commitment and dedication of our colleagues.

We are proud of our employee net promoter score, being in the top 20% of all employers across all sectors in the UK, due to our energised, friendly and motivated workforce.

Join Sustrans today and help us get things done, together!

Application Deadline: Wednesday 9th February

We’re recruiting for a new Development Officer for Scotland to join our team! CTA’s mission is to champion, connect, support and grow a thriving community transport movement across all parts of the UK. Community transport operators have a great story to tell and it is CTA’s job to help them tell it and to support them to develop excellent services that can transform lives and communities. We champion, connect, support and grow a thriving community transport movement across all parts of the UK.

Our work in Scotland is integral to this. We have around 160 members and many other stakeholders across Scotland that all help to provide accessible and inclusive transport solutions in their community. We work closely with, and receive funding from, the Scottish Government to develop and deliver important work across Scotland.

CTA is funded by the Scottish Government to provide leadership and support community transport operators and other charities and community groups that organise transport for their service users to help them participate in the activities they lead. Working with our team in Scotland you will develop our support programmes and look for opportunities to make a difference on behalf of the people and communities who need transport that is accessible and inclusive, so everything else in life can be accessible and inclusive too.

If you like the sound of this opportunity and have the credentials and self-confidence to rise to it, then we’d love to hear from you. Come and join us and be part of something brilliant!

Intercultural Youth Scotland (IYS) is Scotland’s major voice for Black and PoC (People of Colour) children and young people. Established in 2019 as a small youth work charity for Black and PoC young people, we have grown as a centre of support, creativity and activism for our community. Our team of over 30 staff members – almost all of us Black and PoC young people ourselves – aim to make IYS a community space, a source of support and a champion for all Black and PoC children and young people in Scotland.

The Anti-Racism Training Lead will be responsible for Restless Natives’ anti-racism and cultural proficiency training and workshops, as well as the development of our anti-racism accreditation model with partner organisations, higher/further education institutions, and apprenticeship providers. The lead aims to contribute to the development of clear paths for organisational change for workplaces and companies in Scotland – with a particular focus on Glasgow and Edinburgh in the first year of the accreditation – in order to increase access to positive destinations for BPOC young people.

About us

Myeloma UK is the only organisation in the UK dealing exclusively with the blood cancer myeloma and related conditions. We are committed to bringing together the best and brightest people to help us ensure that every patient has an empowered present and a hopeful future. We are now looking to appoint a Lead Myeloma Information Specialist to join our Healthcare Advocacy Services Team.

To realise our long-term ambition to make myeloma history, we relentlessly pursue better outcomes for myeloma patients and patients with related conditions through a comprehensive early diagnosis programme, a unique research portfolio, our treatment access strategy, information and support services, and healthcare improvement services.

About the role

The role of Lead Myeloma Information Specialist is to provide a range of information and support to patients, carers and healthcare professionals on myeloma and related conditions including AL amyloidosis, smouldering myeloma and MGUS. You will lead the Myeloma Information Specialist team in delivery and monitoring of the Myeloma Infoline, Ask the Nurse and Peer Programme services.  The post holder will work with colleagues to ensure close communication and sharing of information across the organisation and report progress regularly to their line manager. You will require to develop an awareness of research and clinical developments and other initiatives in the field of myeloma and related conditions. 

About you

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for this role. You will have experience of delivering information in a tailored, sensitive and appropriate manner, as well as the ability to convey complex information in clear, understandable terms. This will be done through a variety of communication channels, including telephone. You will have management experience with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.  We are looking for a dedicated self–starter committed to making a difference. Experience of working in haematology or oncology nursing to RGN level, a clinical research or healthcare background would be an advantage for this role

Applications close on 31 January 2022 and interviews will be held on 17 February 2022

Marine Society and Sea Cadets are seeking to appoint a Volunteer & Business Support Manager to join our team based in the Northern Area. You will join on a full-time basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £35,000 per annum.

Marine Society and Sea Cadets (MSSC) is a leading maritime charity in lifelong learning and personal development and is the governing charity of the Sea Cadet Corps (SCC), a civilian voluntary youth organisation engaging some 15,000 young people over 400 Sea Cadet Units, throughout the UK. The SCC offers a wide range of youth opportunities with the same enduring objective – to give young people the best possible head start in life through nautical adventure and fun.

As our Volunteer & Business Support Manager you will play a key role in the delivery of effective support for volunteers (both uniformed and nonuniformed volunteers), the growth of Sea Cadets and good business practice in support of MSSC’s objectives under its Vision and Strategy.

What we're looking for in our ideal Volunteer & Business Support Manager:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Experience of delivering business advice and contributing to business, growth and development plans
• Experience of project planning and delivery, including monitoring and evaluation, and working to targets
• Managing and administering budgets
• Managing and supporting staff
• Working in conjunction with and supporting volunteers
• Contributing to the development of organisational policy and procedures.
• Experience of case, complaints and investigation management.
• Experienced in meeting and group facilitation and able to deal with conflict confidently and effectively
• Communication and interpersonal skills (written and spoken) with the ability to present information in a manner appropriate to the audience, including delivering presentations to large audiences
• Building partnerships - Good influencing skills and an ability to foster and maintain successful working relationships with colleagues and contacts
• Self-servicing – ability to self-service and work unsupervised, organising own workload, meeting deadlines and taking the initiative, whilst working as part of a team
• Familiar with current IT office software including Microsoft Excel or equivalent
• Full clean driving licence, use of own vehicle and ability to travel independently including out of office hours

In return as our Volunteer & Business Support Manager, you will receive:

• 25 days’ annual leave
• Training opportunities and professional development
• Pension Scheme
• Life Insurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Season ticket loans
• Eye Care

Closing Date: 31 January 2022

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Volunteer & Business Support Manager, then please click “apply” below – we’d love to hear from you!

Applications should consist of a CV and a supporting statement. Without this, we sadly will be unable to consider your application for this role.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Fundraising Executive
Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent
Location: Office-based contract with flexibility to work remotely at least 4 days a week
Salary: £25,061 - £27,898 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band C Level 3
Department: Community and Events

At the MS Society, we make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive environment where you will make a difference.

About this job

As part of our ambitious 2022 plans, we have the opportunity to expand our Community and Events team, and we’re now looking for a new Fundraising Executive to join our friendly, creative and hard-working team.

We work closely together to achieve an annual income of over £3.2 million.

We’re always ready to go the extra mile to support and inspire the thousands of people out there doing something amazing for people affected by MS.

Our aim is to make it as easy as possible for people to achieve their goals, providing the tools, advice and support they need to reach their potential – and building lasting relationships that mean they continue to fundraise for us in future.

It’s our job to make sure that our supporters have a fantastic experience of fundraising for us.

You’ll provide administrative and project support to the wider team, as well as coordinating a range of fundraising activities to achieve income targets. In particular, you’ll support individuals who are taking part in their own events or organising their own DIY fundraising. And there’ll be plenty of opportunities to attend events and see our work in action!

You’ll be organised, with great customer care and communication skills, and willing to go the extra mile.  You'll work closely with supporters, volunteers, local groups and the wider fundraising team.

You’ll be able to demonstrate a good understanding of the basics of community and events fundraising experience and a collaborative approach to teamwork.

If you’re enthusiastic and motivated by helping others achieve something amazing in support of a cause that means the world to them, we’d love to hear from you.

We offer 35 days annual leave (pro rata for part time employees) including bank holidays, travel loan and various other benefits such as supported developmental opportunities.

The MS Society is in the midst of an exciting, transformational, period which builds on our great history and will drive us towards achieving our mission and vision as we embark on our Every MS Story strategy.

Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 25 January 2022

PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.

We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and/or from ethnic minority backgrounds, where we’re looking to build stronger and better representation among our staff.

We’re a Disability Confident Employer. We’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.  We’d be grateful if you could complete the equality and diversity monitoring form on our website and submit it with your application. 

The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK. If we do offer you employment, you’ll be required to provide documentation to show that you’re eligible to be employed in the UK before starting employment.

The full list of UK visas and permits that grant you the right to work in the UK can be found on the UK government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and will not be in a position to support you with any visa applications you may make. 

No agencies please.