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Originally formed in 1992 by Government as an independent, impartial and not for profit company the Energy Saving Trust provides advice to communities, households and organisations on how they can reduce carbon emissions and save money by using less energy. In November 2011, we changed our corporate structure and from this was born the Energy Saving Trust Foundation; a social enterprise with charitable status. Whilst our legal status changed, our key objectives didn’t and we’re still the leading voice in encouraging the sustainable use of energy and reduction of carbon emissions.
Job specification
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join the Home Energy Scotland team. As a data expert, with advanced Excel skills and familiarity with SQL and GIS, you will be analysing data from multiple sources, including EST’s Home Analytics housing stock model and the Home Energy Efficiency Database (HEED), reconciling and correcting data exceptions and turning it into meaningful information for stakeholders. A large part of the role will be to develop and deliver training to external partners, so you will need to have excellent communication and presentation skills, and be confident liaising with senior staff in external organisations in order to clarify their information needs relating to energy efficiency and fuel poverty.
Your experience in developing management information reports and ability to manipulate and analyse data, including a strong ability to plan and prioritise a busy work schedule will be critical for your success.
For more information and to apply please visit our website.
This is a permanent position. Applications close 5pm, 22nd January 2021.
Due to the volume of applications we may receive, we regret that we may not be able to acknowledge every one. Successful candidates will be informed if they have been selected for interview. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, then unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion.
Only people with the right to work in the UK may apply for this position.
Who we are:
Energy Saving Trust is an independent organisation dedicated to promoting energy efficiency, low carbon transport and sustainable energy use. We aim to address the climate emergency and deliver the wider benefits of clean energy as we transition to net zero. Energy Saving Trust operates the Home Energy Scotland programme on behalf of the Scottish Government.
What we do:
We empower householders to make better choices, deliver transformative programmes for governments and support businesses with strategy, research and assurance – enabling everyone to play their part in building a sustainable future.
How we do it:
We are expert, collaborative, impartial, innovative, supportive, and determined. We know we can make a difference. We understand the scale of the challenge but will never give up.
Why we need you:
You will join the Home Energy Scotland team within Energy Saving Trust. The team manages the award winning Home Energy Scotland service. The team also manage a number of projects which support the development of Home Energy Scotland. Due to recent growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for the right candidate to join this team. The purpose of this new role is to manage two existing projects in particular and provide support across the project life cycle for new projects when required.
The post holder will develop, manage and own the project plans providing management information and reporting to/from various stakeholders to ensure that agreed timelines are met.
This is a full-time, fixed term position until March 2022. Applications close 5pm, 18 January 2021. If this excites you and you want to know more, please review the job description on our website
What we need you to bring:
- Demonstrable project management skills and experience of managing project delivery in an energy related industry
- Experience of contract management and experience of delivering services via a third party
- Ability to quickly assimilate knowledge on technical subjects
- Experience of delivering complex projects with multiple delivery partners
- Excellent inter-personal, influencing, negotiation and communication skills
- The ability to work as the focus of a geographically dispersed network as well as across Energy Saving Trust teams and senior managers
- A record of delivering results to tight deadlines
- Customer-focussed orientation
- Self-starter and the ability to work independently
- Strong data analysis and handling skills
What we offer:
- Competitive salary plus benefits
- 25 holiday days a year (pro rata)
- Generous pension contributions, private medical provision, childcare vouchers and more
If this excites you and you want to know more, please see the job description on our website.
To apply:
If you like what you have read and have the right mix of skills, then we look forward to hearing from you. To apply please visit our website.
If you application is successful you will be invited for interview:
- Interviews will be online and are scheduled for 28-29 January 2021.
(We will allocate a date and time)
Position: Volunteer Engagement and Communication Manager
Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent
Location: Flexible
Salary: £40,002 - £45,455 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band G, Level 1
Department: Community Networks
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
The role of Volunteer Engagement and Communication Manager sits within our new Community Networks team.
This exciting role will lead the Engagement and Communication team, ensuring that we have a programme of engagement and communication across our volunteer network, using all appropriate channels and developing a two-way dialogue, ensuring volunteer voice is heard, and that our volunteers understand our work, their roles, and have the skills and knowledge they need to succeed.
The post-holder will ensure that our communication with volunteers is coordinated, and that the volume, content and tone of communication is appropriate to volunteer and organisational needs.
The post holder will have experience of:
- working alongside end-users in the coproduction of services or activities, and a commitment to the principles of coproduction
- developing and implementing business plans across a team
- writing and editing copy to inform and inspire within a communication or customer relations environment
- delivering well designed training programmes that motivate and develop others
We offer 35 days annual leave (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 new 5 year strategy.
Part of this exciting transformation will include an office move from our current National Centre in Cricklewood, NW London to a different location in London. We are currently defining where and what type of accommodation this will be and we really want our staff to be involved in that decision.
Closing date: 9am on Friday 22nd January 2021
PLEASE PRESS THE 'APPLICATION DETAILS' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY.
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity.
No agencies please.
Position: Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns Manager
Type: Full time (35 hours per week), permanent
Location: Scotland Office, Ratho (currently home-based)
Salary: £33,885 - £39,276 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band F, Level 1
Department: Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns
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
We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced individual with experience of shaping policy and ability to communicate the position of the MS Society in Scotland to a wide range of audiences and develop its profile.
As a member of the management community, you will influence and implement the MS Society’s direction of travel in Scotland.
You will mobilise the Scottish MS Community to make a powerful case for continued improvement in the treatment, care and support of people living with MS.
Working with the wider Scotland team you will be outcome focused and deliver tangible results.
This is a fantastic role for someone who understands the political and policy environment in Scotland and enjoys taking a strategic and operational lead.
We offer 35 days annual leave (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 new 5 year strategy.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 25th January 2021
PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity.
No agencies please.
Head of Contracts
(Ref: SUS3064)
£35,743 per annum
37.5 hours per week – happy to talk flexible working
Location: Base is negotiable, but there is an expectation of occasional travel to the Edinburgh office
Initial home working may be expected due to office closures and restrictions.
About the Role
At Sustrans, we are proud of our commitment to creating healthier places and happier lives for everyone. We now have an exciting opportunity to join our team in a brand new role as Head of Contracts and help us get things done, together.
Working on one of our biggest active travel infrastructure programmes for Transport Scotland, you will be responsible for managing the complete contract process; overseeing, handling and negotiating all contracts. As part of your role, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of stakeholders including internal project managers, partner organisations, funders, sub-contractors and suppliers to ensure appropriate contracts and funding agreements are in place.
About You
We are looking for excellent communicators and negotiators with significant experience of managing contracts in relation to grant funding. So, if you have a good understanding of written contracts and contractual arrangements, and are passionate and committed to the ideals of sustainable transport, this could be the role for you.
Apply to join our talented and dedicated team in Scotland today and help us work together to make change happen.
Interviews
Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9am on Wednesday 20 January 2021. Interviews will take place via MS Teams on Tuesday 2 February 2021.
Should Sustrans receive an overwhelming number of applications for this vacancy, the decision may be taken to close it earlier than the advertised closing date, so please ensure your application is submitted as soon as possible.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion.
We welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, particularly where we are under-represented. Currently, this includes people who identify as having a disability, and those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups.
We are engineers and educators, experts and advocates. We connect people and places, create liveable neighbourhoods, transform the school run a... Read more
Position: Project Coordinator
Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent
Location: Flexible (currently home-based)
Salary: £30,010 - £34,577 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band E, Level 1
Department: Information and Support
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
In this new role, you’ll work closely with our Community Innovation Group (CIG) and our project teams to provide high quality, proactive and efficient support and to maintain appropriate systems and processes to support the effective delivery of service innovation.
Experience of supporting a diverse range of people and projects simultaneously, proven planning and project management experience to control effective use of resources and experience of working alongside end-users in the coproduction of services or activities are essential.
We offer 35 days annual leave (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 new 5 year strategy.
Part of this exciting transformation will include an office move from our current National Centre in Cricklewood, NW London to a different location in London. We are currently defining where and what type of accommodation this will be and we really want our staff to be involved in that decision.
Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 27th January 2021
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity.
No agencies please.
Rocket Science is a specialist research and consultancy organisation focusing on poverty and welfare, health and social care, and employability and skills. We work across the UK from our three offices in Edinburgh, Newcastle and London. We work closely with our clients including central and local government, charities and community organisations to review and evaluate services, conduct social research including understanding needs, exploring lived experience, setting strategies and governance structures and conducting quantitative impact analysis such as cost benefit analysis and SROI.
We have two opportunities for people to join our Edinburgh and Newcastle Team:
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We are looking for a consultant to join our Edinburgh and Newcastle Team to support contracts across the UK. We are looking for an enthusiastic team member with experience in research, social research, or in one of our specialist areas. This post will be based in either our Edinburgh or Newcastle office depending on the preference of the successful candidate.
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We are looking for a health and social care research expert to join our growing team to support and help drive our health and social care social research across Scotland and the North East of England as well as provide support for projects across the UK. We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced team member who is interested in progressing into senior management of the company in the medium term.
We offer a highly supportive work environment centred around an intent-based leadership approach that empowers Rocket Scientists to be leaders in everything they do. In 2019 we were accredited at Gold level as both Investors in People and Investors in Young People. We were one of the first companies to sign up to the Scottish Business Pledge and we are an accredited Living Wage employer.
Full details on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Position: Project Assistant – Self Management (up to 12 months maternity cover)
Type: Part-time (28 hours per week), fixed term contract
Location: Flexible
Salary: £26,526 - £30,395 pro rata per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band D, Level 1
Department: Self-Management
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
You will be proactive and highly motivated to assist the Self-Management team in the delivery of key projects and day to day operations.
Attention to detail is essential as is the ability to plan and manage a busy and varied workload to provide support on various projects.
This is an exciting, challenging opportunity for a confident self-starter. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and friendly team at an exciting time in our development.
We offer 35 days annual leave (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 new 5 year strategy.
Part of this exciting transformation will include an office move from our current National Centre in Cricklewood, NW London to a different location in London. We are currently defining where and what type of accommodation this will be and we really want our staff to be involved in that decision.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 25th January 2021
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity.
Senior Project Officer, East Lothian
(Ref: SUS3062)
£27,528 per annum
37.5 hours per week – 12 month contract with the possibility of extension for the duration of the project (3 years)
Location: Haddington with the ability to travel where possible via sustainable transport methods to locations across Scotland
Initial home working may be expected due to office closures and restrictions.
About the Role
At Sustrans, we are proud of our commitment to creating healthier places and happier lives for everyone. We now have a fantastic opportunity to join our growing team of Senior Project Officers who work in local authorities across Scotland, developing and delivering active travel projects.
Working within East Lothian Council, you will be helping to build a close partnership between the Council and Sustrans, as well as with a diverse range of local stakeholders. You will assist the council to develop active travel strategy, identify funding opportunities and initiate and support the creation of new infrastructure.
About You
We are looking for excellent communicators that have the ability to build relationships with partners and communities. You will enjoy working independently and also as part of a team. You will bring your experience in transport, planning, urban design or similar to the role. So, if you’re passionate about walking, cycling and wheeling, apply today to join our Scotland team and help us get things done, together.
Interviews
Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9am on Wednesday 20 January. Interviews will take place via Teams on Friday 12 February.
Should Sustrans receive an overwhelming number of applications for this vacancy, the decision may be taken to close it earlier than the advertised closing date, so please ensure your application is submitted as soon as possible.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion.
We welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, particularly where we are under-represented. Currently, this includes people who identify as having a disability, and those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups.
We are engineers and educators, experts and advocates. We connect people and places, create liveable neighbourhoods, transform the school run a... Read more
Upmo is an Edinburgh-based charity that provides support and opportunity for adults with learning and other complex disabilities. Upmo was started in 2006 by Josh Barton and inspired by the belief that services for adults could truly be exciting, dynamic and meaningful. In 2006, adults with learning disabilities lacked opportunities in higher education and there was a lack of understanding around individual needs. Those who understood the needs of service users operated with limited scope to encourage, inspire and motivate. As a result, many service users were isolated and desperately in need of opportunities to become more socially engaged, active and valued.
The response from Upmo was combining progressive learning within an educational curriculum and the development of support service provision – placing the needs of students at the heart of services. Since 2006, they have delivered these tailored support services alongside a respected curriculum of creative workshops, educational activities and vocational programmes. They encourage students to build confidence, use imagination and develop life skills and help them to play an equal, rewarding and contributing role in society.
The local authorities in Edinburgh and The Lothians love the fresh and innovative approach. Upmo is Scotland’s leader in providing exciting, dynamic and meaningful services to adults with learning disabilities and/ or autism.
Everyone at Upmo has the students and their families at heart and come to work motivated and passionate to help take the organisation forward successfully on its journey. They want to make a difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities through tailored support and learning opportunities that will develop their potential and play an equal role in society. Upmo believe that they can be the exemplar model for Scotland and achieving this across the country, not only in Edinburgh and The Lothians, is a real driving force for everyone.
Upmo has plans to create “The Upmo Performing Arts Hub” in Leith - a bespoke and purpose-built arts centre and performance space, but this has been disrupted by the Covid-19 pandemic. While this aspiration has not diminished, external funding support has been re-prioritised to support their response to the ongoing crisis in the immediate term. Focus on creating an arts hub at the very heart of a new campus style approach for the charity endures and its creation is a major long-term objective for Upmo to ensure culture becomes accessible to all.
In 2020, Andrew Thomson was appointed as the first CEO of Upmo with a clear objective of propelling the organisation forward. Bringing a wealth of experience, Andrew has brought new thinking and drive to Upmo. Working alongside the Board, he has set the future direction of Upmo. A restructure has already taken place and to continue expanding operational activities two new departments – Corporate Services and Development, are being established with 4 additional appointments.
The Head of Corporate Services will focus on the financial management and income generation capacity of the organisation. This role will ensure that the appropriate governance and procedures are in place. It will also oversee the grants and funding function. This is a strategic leadership position and will be responsible for the overall financial management as well as supporting the charity to capacity build and expand services.
This post is part of the senior management team, reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Head of Operations and Head of Development. The Head of Corporate Services will line manage a team of 3 – the new funding and Grants Officer and the 2-person Finance Team.
To be considered for this role, you will have held a similar level role and demonstrate leadership and strategic financial management experience within a business environment. You must be experienced across all areas of Corporate affairs including strategic financial management/cost accounting, budget preparation, statutory and local reporting, audit procedures and finance policy & procedural design and implementation. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and organisational skills are essential alongside being self-motivated and driven. You will be experienced working to deadlines, multi-tasking and working under pressure.
It is important that all applicants have a firm belief in inclusion, fairness and equality evidenced through work practice or personal experience. You must have a desire to ensure people are at the heart of decision making and an ability to balance this with the needs of Upmo.
How To Apply
Please contact BTA to request an information pack, full job description and person specification.
You are advised to get in touch well in advance of the closing date to give us time to consider your application and pre-interview the strongest applicants.
Closing Date: Sunday 7th February 2021
Interview Date: Thursday 18th February 2021
This search is being conducted exclusively for Upmo by BTA (Bruce Tait Associates). Our leadership team have all worked in the voluntary sector and we use this experience to match organisations and individuals to create great appointments.
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HR Advisor, Scotland and Northern Ireland
(Ref: SUS3096)
£27,528 per annum
30 - 37.5 hours per week over 4 or 5 days per week
Location: Edinburgh
Initial home working may be expected due to office closures and restrictions.
About the Role
At Sustrans, we are proud to have one of the highest employee net promoter scores across all sectors in the UK, being in the top third of all employers for people experience and engagement, due to our highly motivated, energised, friendly and committed workforce. We now have a new opportunity for a skilled HR generalist to join us and help play a key part in our people agenda.
Advising a team of passionate staff and managers in Scotland and Northern Ireland on a wide range of HR topics, your role will be ideally placed to build strong relationships as a key local contact. As part of your role, you will be based in Edinburgh but will travel to other UK Sustrans offices to undertake projects where necessary.
About You
As a HR professional, you will ideally be part qualified or working towards membership of the CIPD and will have previous experience of advising managers on topics including absence, conflict resolution and both physical and mental wellbeing. Able to work independently, you will have excellent organisational skills, be a confident communicator and comfortable both taking responsibility and escalating actions to others.
So, if you are a HR generalist used to working within a confidential environment, and are passionate and committed to the ideals of sustainable transport, this could be the role for you.
In return we can offer you genuine flexibility around working patterns. We embrace values-driven and inclusive leadership and we listen and make time for innovation through our people-centered culture
Apply to join our talented and dedicated team today and help us work together to make change happen.
Interviews
Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9am on Friday 29 January 2021. Interviews will take place via MS Teams on Tuesday 9 February 2021.
Should Sustrans receive an overwhelming number of applications for this vacancy, the decision may be taken to close it earlier than the advertised closing date, so please ensure your application is submitted as soon as possible.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion.
We welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, particularly where we are under-represented. Currently, this includes people who identify as having a disability, and those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups.
We are engineers and educators, experts and advocates. We connect people and places, create liveable neighbourhoods, transform the school run a... Read more
Upmo is an Edinburgh-based charity that provides support and opportunity for adults with learning and other complex disabilities. Upmo was started in 2006 by Josh Barton and inspired by the belief that services for adults could truly be exciting, dynamic and meaningful.
In 2006, adults with learning disabilities lacked opportunities in higher education and there was a lack of understanding around individual needs. Those who understood the needs of service users operated with limited scope to encourage, inspire and motivate. As a result, many service users were isolated and desperately in need of opportunities to become more socially engaged, active and valued.
The response from Upmo was combining progressive learning within an educational curriculum and the development of support service provision – placing the needs of students at the heart of services. Since 2006, they have delivered these tailored support services alongside a respected curriculum of creative workshops, educational activities and vocational programmes. They encourage students to build confidence, use imagination and develop life skills and help them to play an equal, rewarding and contributing role in society.
The local authorities in Edinburgh and The Lothians love the fresh and innovative approach. Upmo is Scotland’s leader in providing exciting, dynamic and meaningful services to adults with learning disabilities and/ or autism.
Everyone at Upmo has the students and their families at heart and come to work motivated and passionate to help take the organisation forward successfully on its journey. They want to make a difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities through tailored support and learning opportunities that will develop their potential and play an equal role in society. Upmo believe that they can be the exemplar model for Scotland and achieving this across the country, not only in Edinburgh and The Lothians, is a real driving force for everyone.
Upmo has plans to create “The Upmo Performing Arts Hub” in Leith - a bespoke and purpose-built arts centre and performance space, but this has been disrupted by the Covid-19 pandemic. While this aspiration has not diminished, external funding support has been re-prioritised to support their response to the ongoing crisis in the immediate term. Focus on creating an arts hub at the very heart of a new campus style approach for the charity endures and its creation is a major long-term objective for Upmo to ensure culture becomes accessible to all.
In 2020, Andrew Thomson was appointed as the first CEO of Upmo with a clear objective of propelling the organisation forward. Bringing a wealth of experience, Andrew has brought new thinking and drive to Upmo. Working alongside the Board, he has set the future direction of Upmo. A restructure has already taken place and to continue expanding operational activities two new departments – Corporate Services and Development, are being established with 4 additional appointments.
The Head of Development will have two key roles: to oversee the organisational communications strategy so as to enhance the positioning of Upmo with their partners and stakeholders including deep engagement with students and their families; to assist in the development of new income streams from alternative social enterprises.
This role is part of the Senior Management team and will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and work closely alongside the Head of Operations and Head of Corporate Services. The Head of Development will line manage a team of 3 – the new Communications Officer, a Digital Support Officer and an Enterprise Support Officer.
To be considered for this role, you will have held a similar management role focused on income generation or business development and demonstrate significant growth and development of a previous organisation. You must be a confident and proven leader with significant experience in communications, development and management. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and organisational skills are essential alongside being self-motivated and driven. You will be experienced working to deadlines, multi-tasking and working under pressure.
It is important that all applicants have a firm belief in inclusion, fairness and equality evidenced through work practice or personal experience. You must have a desire to ensure people are at the heart of decision making and an ability to balance this with the needs of Upmo.
How To Apply
Please contact BTA to request an information pack, full job description and person specification.
You are advised to get in touch well in advance of the closing date to give us time to consider your application and pre-interview the strongest applicants.
Closing Date: Sunday 7th February 2021
Interview Date: Wednesday 17th February 2021
This search is being conducted exclusively for Upmo by BTA (Bruce Tait Associates). Our leadership team have all worked in the voluntary sector and we use this experience to match organisations and individuals to create great appointments.
BTA is a one-stop shop that cares deeply about the charity sector in Scotland and throughout the UK. Our mission is to help charities with expe... Read more
Capital Advisor / Quantity Surveyor
(Ref: SUS3076)
£35,743 per annum
37.5 hours per week
Location: Edinburgh or Glasgow
Initial home working may be expected due to office closures and restrictions.
About the Role
At Sustrans, we are proud to be making Scotland a healthy, happy place to live, work and play. We now have an exciting opportunity to join our team in a brand new role as a Capital Advisor.
Playing a key part in driving forward our active travel infrastructure programme for Transport Scotland, you will have the opportunity to manage a wide range of high profile medium to large sized capital funded projects, helping us to ensure they deliver excellent value. You will also play a key part in supporting our grant making offer including providing support and guidance to colleagues throughout the lifecycle of the grant.
About You
We are looking for excellent communicators with previous experience in a similar role to join us and bring your expertise. So, if you are a quantity surveyor who is passionate and committed to the ideals of sustainable transport, this could be the role for you.
Apply today and help us get things done, together.
Interviews
Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9am on Wednesday 20 January 2021. Interviews will take place via Teams on Wednesday 3 February 2021.
Should Sustrans receive an overwhelming number of applications for this vacancy, the decision may be taken to close it earlier than the advertised closing date, so please ensure your application is submitted as soon as possible.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion.
We welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, particularly where we are under-represented. Currently, this includes people who identify as having a disability, and those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups.
We are engineers and educators, experts and advocates. We connect people and places, create liveable neighbourhoods, transform the school run a... Read more
I Bike Officer, East Lothian
(Ref: SUS3090)
£24,691 pro rata per annum
18.75 hours per week – Maternity Cover
Base: Musselburgh
About the Role
At Sustrans, we are proud of our commitment to creating healthier places and happier lives for everyone. We now have a fantastic opportunity to join our team supporting the I Bike project in up to 8 schools across East Lothian, giving you the opportunity to use your passion for active travel at work!
Through you, this project will promote active travel (cycling, scooting and walking) for journeys to and from school and during leisure time, supporting staff and volunteer ‘school champions’, harnessing local authority resources and making links between schools, external partners and the bicycle industry.
About You
An excellent communicator, you will have experience of delivering outdoor activities and working with children and young people and partnership working within a community. You will have a passion for being active, ideally using active methods to explore the local area. You will also have a current clean driving licence.
Clearance by the appropriate enhanced Disclosure Scotland check is mandatory for this role.
So, if this sounds like you, apply to join our team in Scotland today and help us get things done, together.
Interviews
Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9am on Monday 18 January 2021. Interviews will take place via MS Teams on Thursday 28 January 2021.
Should Sustrans receive an overwhelming number of applications for this vacancy, the decision may be taken to close it earlier than the advertised closing date, so please ensure your application is submitted as soon as possible.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion.
We actively encourage applications from people from all parts of the community, particularly where we are under-represented. Currently, this includes people who identify as having a disability, and those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups.
We are engineers and educators, experts and advocates. We connect people and places, create liveable neighbourhoods, transform the school run a... Read more
Upmo is an Edinburgh-based charity that provides support and opportunity for adults with learning and other complex disabilities. Upmo was started in 2006 by Josh Barton and inspired by the belief that services for adults could truly be exciting, dynamic and meaningful.
In 2006, adults with learning disabilities lacked opportunities in higher education and there was a lack of understanding around individual needs. Those who understood the needs of service users operated with limited scope to encourage, inspire and motivate. As a result, many service users were isolated and desperately in need of opportunities to become more socially engaged, active and valued.
The response from Upmo was combining progressive learning within an educational curriculum and the development of support service provision – placing the needs of students at the heart of services. Since 2006, they have delivered these tailored support services alongside a respected curriculum of creative workshops, educational activities and vocational programmes. They encourage students to build confidence, use imagination and develop life skills and help them to play an equal, rewarding and contributing role in society.
The local authorities in Edinburgh and The Lothians love the fresh and innovative approach. Upmo is Scotland’s leader in providing exciting, dynamic and meaningful services to adults with learning disabilities and/ or autism.
Everyone at Upmo has the students and their families at heart and come to work motivated and passionate to help take the organisation forward successfully on its journey. They want to make a difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities through tailored support and learning opportunities that will develop their potential and play an equal role in society. Upmo believe that they can be the exemplar model for Scotland and achieving this across the country, not only in Edinburgh and The Lothians, is a real driving force for everyone.
Upmo has plans to create “The Upmo Performing Arts Hub” in Leith - a bespoke and purpose-built arts centre and performance space, but this has been disrupted by the Covid-19 pandemic. While this aspiration has not diminished, external funding support has been re-prioritised to support their response to the ongoing crisis in the immediate term. Focus on creating an arts hub at the very heart of a new campus style approach for the charity endures and its creation is a major long-term objective for Upmo to ensure culture becomes accessible to all. In 2020, Andrew Thomson was appointed as the first CEO of Upmo with a clear objective of propelling the organisation forward. Bringing a wealth of experience, Andrew has brought new thinking and drive to Upmo. Working alongside the Board, he has set the future direction of Upmo. A restructure has already taken place and to continue expanding operational activities two new departments – Corporate Services and Development, are being established with 4 additional appointments.
The Funding and Grants Officer will be responsible for the compilation and submission of funding bids in line with the organisational funding plan. This role will undertake the required monitoring and reporting on all applications and bids. Reporting to the Head of Corporate Services, this role will assist them in identifying external funding opportunities which support Upmo’s strategic plan. It will also assist the senior management team in planning, coordinating and submitting funding applications to a range of Trusts, Foundations and private sector sponsors.
To be considered for this role, you must demonstrate a proven track record of sourcing external funding and meeting fundraising targets in a similar role. You must have a record of achievement through further or higher education and a commitment to advancement through certification, training and or professional membership of a relevant body like the Institute of Fundraising. This role requires you have excellent written and verbal communication skills and organisational skills alongside being self-motivated and driven. You will be experienced working to deadlines and financial targets, multi-tasking and working under pressure.
It is important that all applicants have a firm belief in inclusion, fairness and equality evidenced through work practice or personal experience. You must have a desire to ensure people are at the heart of decision making and an ability to balance this with the needs of Upmo.
How To Apply
Please contact BTA to request an information pack, full job description and person specification.
You are advised to get in touch well in advance of the closing date to give us time to consider your application and pre-interview the strongest applicants.
Closing Date: Friday 12th February 2021
Interview Date: Monday 22nd February 2021
This search is being conducted exclusively for Upmo by BTA (Bruce Tait Associates). Our leadership team have all worked in the voluntary sector and we use this experience to match organisations and individuals to create great appointments.
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