About the job

We are currently looking for a full-time Senior Policy Officer (Water) to join the Impact team. This post is offered on a fixed term basis for 6 months and is based in our Edinburgh offices.

The Impact team at Citizens Advice Scotland seeks to achieve positive change through two main routes:

· Informing and empowering individuals to take action through information, education and campaigning

· Changing policy, practice and law

We work with governments, regulators and business at a UK and Scottish level on improving areas of particular detriment, undertake research and deliver awareness and education campaigns. The Senior Policy Officer (Water) will be responsible to deliver social change, determining Citizens Advice Scotland’s policy positions in the utilities sector in Scotland with a predominant focus on the Water sector.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable knowledge and understanding of relevant policy areas across the UK and Scotland, including any associated regulations. You will also have a great ability to effectively interpret quantitative and qualitative data as well as excellent analytical, written and oral communication skills.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of supporting Scotland's largest independent advice and advocacy network.

Employee benefits

Citizens Advice Scotland offers excellent terms and conditions, including a total of 40 days leave (including public holidays) and a pension scheme with an 8% employer contribution. We have a flexitime scheme which enables our employees to work flexibly in line with organisational requirements, and as an inclusive employer we are happy to consider other flexible working arrangements where appropriate. For more details of some of the other benefits on offer to our employees, please see the section on Employee benefits in the Job Pack.

Those who are homeless experience some of the worst health outcomes possible, with signicant numbers experiencing serious health conditions and high rates of early morbidity.

Cyrenians has secured funding to take forward a new Pathways project within Edinburgh. The project will be delivered by a multidisciplinary team working closely with staff from the Royal Infirmary and Western General to ensure early identification of patients who are homeless. A considered discharge plan and coordinated package of care will include access to accommodation and support for ongoing recovery and resilience, to ultimately improve health outcomes.

The Service Manager will be responsible for implementing the project, coordinating activity, managing the community-based support team, and over-seeing the external evaluation. You should have experience of implementing new pieces of work, a track record in partnership working, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement. You should also have the ability to demonstrate Cyrenians values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity and Innovation in the work that you do.

Those who are homeless experience some of the worst health outcomes possible, with signicant numbers experiencing serious health conditions and high rates of early morbidity.

Cyrenians has secured funding to take forward a new Pathways project within Edinburgh. The project will be delivered by a multidisciplinary team working closely with staff from the Royal Infirmary and Western General to ensure early identification of patients who are homeless and develop a considered discharge process that will include access to accommodation and support ongoing recovery and resilience, to ultimately improve health outcomes.

We are looking for Key Workers excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish trusted relationships with people. You will be a strong advocate for the needs and rights of those you support, and be able to develop relationships and referral routes with a range of community based organisations and accommodation providers. You should also have the ability to demonstrate Cyrenians values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity and Innovation in the work that you do.

The Citizens Advice network in Scotland is the largest independent advice service in the country. Citizens Advice Scotland is a charity within this network – we act as a national organisation supporting and representing the service as a whole and the interests of citizens.

Citizens Advice Scotland has received funding to deliver Brexit readiness activities to support services required by citizens and our stakeholders. Our Customer Journey and Impact team aim to achieve this through

· Ensuring clients and advisers have access to up to date and accurate information led by our Digital Advice Content and Training Team.

· Analysis of real time information about issues impacting on citizens and campaigning on their behalf to inform and shape government policy around Brexit for all stakeholders.

We are looking for Brexit Readiness Coordination Manager to take the lead in delivering this project and ensuring its smooth running by coordinating different teams involved in delivery, overseeing planning and delivery of activity and ensuring effective operational procedures are in place and applied. The full time post is being offered on a one year fixed term basis.

This role will also maintain oversight of management processes, including reporting and financial management.

The successful candidate will have an excellent working knowledge and understanding of Brexit related issues and able to translate developments on Brexit into what this means for the Citizens Advice network in Scotland. You should also be able to demonstrable experience of project development, planning, co-ordination and implementation. You will also have excellent organisational skills with a clear and structured approach to project planning and prioritisation of their own and others workloads, great ability to effectively interpret quantitative and qualitative data, and excellent communications skills.

For more information, please refer to the Job Pack which can be downloaded using the links below or on our vacancies page.

Employee benefits

Citizens Advice Scotland offers excellent terms and conditions, including a total of 40 days leave (including public holidays) and a pension scheme with an 8% employer contribution. We have a flexitime scheme which enables our employees to work flexibly in line with organisational requirements, and as an inclusive employer we are happy to consider other flexible working arrangements where appropriate. For more details of some of the other benefits on offer to our employees, please see the section on Employee benefits in the Job Pack.

Changeworks are looking to recruit an ambitious Finance Officer to join our busy Central Services Team.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work towards a professional accounting qualification while providing high-quality financial services and support to a dynamic and innovative environmental charity.

Given the nature of both the role and the organisation, candidates must be numerate and able to work unsupervised to a high level of accuracy. The role requires someone who is able to use their own initiative to meet demanding deadlines, respond to the needs of an ever-changing organisation and, working collaboratively with the rest of the finance team, ensure key systems are continually developed and improved.

You should have experience working in finance and be working towards a professional accounting qualification or have a strong desire to do so.

We offer an attractive staff benefits package, excellent pension and employee benefits which include 26 days paid holiday plus 9 public holidays per year.

Cyrenians’ Scottish Centre for Conflict Resolution (SCCR) is a national initiative promoting and supporting best practice in family conflict resolution, mediation and early intervention. Family relationship breakdown is one of the biggest causes of youth homelessness. Our focus of the centre is on young people and families who are experiencing conflict which is affecting both their relationships and their lives. The SCCR provides a range of free training, events and innovative digital developments to improve understanding of conflict and emotional needs with young people, parents/carers and professionals/practitioners working with them.

We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our team who will be responsible for coordinating and managing a number of successful events across Scotland. The post holder will also assist in the development of national digital and marketing campaigns to raise awareness of the SCCR, as well as build and maintain excellent relationships with key representatives across Scotland in a highly professional and approachable manner.

You will be highly organised, have event management experience, manage a diverse workload, and be able to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines. You should have previous experience of developing successful and engaging marketing/digital campaigns; and also be highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, Adobe, social media platforms and database systems.

We are looking for a well organised and passionate individual who is hard working and has the ability to work under pressure. You will have excellent communication and people skills, a creative approach to problem solving and be a strong team player. You should also have the ability to demonstrate Cyrenians’ values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity and Innovation in the work that you do.

Cyrenians Communities provide a safe and stable environment for people to live, learn and develop together. Our unique approach to supported accommodation helps people to develop their skills through ongoing support and opportunities for personal development, enabling them to live more independently from support.

We are seeking a highly committed and experienced Senior Key Worker to join our team working in our new accommodation project based in the Leith area of Edinburgh. The project accommodates and supports 4 people recovering from a period of poor mental health, supporting them to one day be able to live more independently.

You will be skilled at working with people (including line management), be able to build excellent working relationships; and be positive, creative and flexible in delivering support. You will also have the ability to demonstrate Cyrenians values of compassion, respect, integrity and innovation in the work that you do.

Four Square manages a wide range of services throughout Edinburgh and beyond, aimed at providing assistance and opportunities that will enable homeless and other vulnerable people develop the self-confidence and skills necessary for positive and sustainable independent living.

Four Square are looking for a waking Night Project Worker to join their team at their Women’s Refuge in Edinburgh.

You will be approachable, self-motivated and preferably experienced in working with women who have experienced domestic abuse. You will be a friendly and flexible team player, committed to helping people and have a SVQ 3 or equivalent in order to register with the SSSC as a housing support worker. For further information, please contact Four Square by email at hr@foursquare.org.uk or phone 01315577900 option 3.