Are you interested in supporting ambitious community groups take assets into community ownership? Do you have experience of supporting organisations at difference stages of their development? This could include community engagement, organisational development, governance, feasibility/ business planning or financial advice.

Due to internal promotion, we are looking for an Adviser to join our team and contribute to the development and delivery of the Community Ownership Support Service, in particular supporting community transfer, acquisition and development of assets – land and buildings.

This post will cover the Highlands & Islands and North East, with travel throughout the country.

Community Shares Scotland (a programme of Development Trusts Association Scotland) is looking to recruit a Programme and Communications Officer to join our team.

Community Shares Scotland is a programme to promote and support community shares activity in Scotland, and is now in its 7th year of operation. Community shares are a fundraising solution for community and social enterprises and have helped launch and grow a wide range of thriving community owned businesses. The programme is delivered by DTA Scotland and is jointly funded by the National Lottery Community Fund and the Scottish Government.

This is a great opportunity to join our small, busy team at a time when enthusiasm for and interest in community shares has never been higher. The role will focus on general awareness raising activity, early stage development work with community groups and communications and partnership activity.

We are looking for an individual who has a strong commitment to community and social enterprise. We would also like you to have experience in communications and marketing activity, with strong social media and digital skills. Experience of developing positive relationships with key stakeholders is also important.

You will be joining a small, close-knit team who are forward-thinking, creative and friendly.

Responsible to: CEO

Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week (excluding meal breaks). No overtime paid, but time off in lieu may be taken as appropriate.

Leave: 25 days p/a plus 10 public holidays (pro-rata)

Probationary period: 3 months

DTA Scotland is the national organisation for development trusts with a membership of over 300 dynamic organisations, driving community-led change throughout Scotland. DTAS also runs the Community Ownership Support Service and Community Shares Scotland programmes.

DTAS advises its members and similar organisations to enable them to deliver an enormous range of community-led enterprise and activity from tourism, forestry, community hubs and employability programmes as they often take over ownership of buildings and assets on behalf of their communities. Our activities cover business support, governance training, legal advice, peer to peer learning networks and many other activities all of which build confidence and capacity in communities to deliver projects for social, economic and environmental benefit. We further have a strong advocacy and influencing role in policy development with central and local government, the wider public sector, funders and industry. We are now seeking to appoint an experienced communications professional to help us plan and deliver great communications to members, staff and stakeholders.

Purpose of Post

In particular, the postholder will be expected to contribute directly to:

• Delivery of the organisational strategic objectives
• Delivery of communications strategy
• Coordination and leadership of an internal communications working group

Role & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver DTAS’ communications strategy.
• Maximise DTAS’ and members’ reputation and brand positioning.
• Lead the development and implementation of DTAS’ approach to external and internal sector communications, engaging with staff in the development of the approach.
• Support the development of a stakeholder engagement strategy and be responsible for a key funding relationship and its management.
• Coordinate DTAS’ social media channels, develop creative digital content and liaise with staff and stakeholders across member companies, government, public agencies and other partner organisations
• Ensure DTAS’ communications priorities are aligned to those of key objectives.
• Prepare papers, briefs and submissions on key communication issues for DTAS Management team and Board of Directors.
• Other duties as needed.

The post will involve some travel throughout Scotland meeting the membership and stakeholders. Occasional evening and weekend working may be required though neither are envisaged on a regular basis. This post does not have line management responsibility. Responsible to: CEO

Essential

• A degree or equivalent experience in media studies, journalism, public relations, communications, media design or a related subject.
• A proven ability to develop and deliver communications and advocacy strategies.
• Experience of strategic communications planning and/or campaigns and project management.
• A thorough working knowledge of communications management, media and social media.
• Confident in representing a high-profile organisation and sector across all media platforms.
• Excellent communications skills – clear speaking and writing style with a track record of networking, relationship building and presenting internally and externally.
• Website management and brand management

Desirable

• A knowledge of the community/social enterprise sector.
• Experience of delivering informal training or providing an advisory service.
• Marketing
• Knowledge of the Scottish, UK policy, sector and media landscape.
• Experience of media relations at local, regional and national level.
• Possession of a full driving license and access to car

The Person

• Have a strong work ethic, be keen to succeed, and be comfortable talking and communicating within and beyond the team.
• Be a strategic and creative thinker with a positive attitude.
• Be comfortable representing DTAS at external meetings with stakeholders.
• Be highly organised with a methodical approach to work.
• Flexibility in your approach and willing to take on other work as the sector and external agenda evolves.
• Demonstrate problem-solving and project management skills.
• Be a real team player.

Role 1: Development Officer North and Islands

Role 2: Development Officer West of Scotland and Argyll and Bute

The role involves the provision of advice and support to DTAS members.

Location is negotiable with an expectation of some home working. Travel will be required

Job Descriptions are available for download below.

Funded by the Scottish Government

DTAS is looking for an Administrator to cover a broad range of tasks and responsibilities, ensuring the smooth running of the office on a day-to-day basis. The role would suit someone who is well-organised, motivated and digitally confident, as well as being a people person who enjoys being part of a team and would relish being involved in many areas of the organisation.

The role involves the provision of providing information, advice and support to those DTA Scotland members in receipt of Strengthening Communities Programme grant funding.

This post is based in Edinburgh, with some home working and travel.

The role involves the provision of providing information, advice and support to those DTA Scotland members in receipt of Strengthening Communities Programme grant funding.

The Community Ownership Support Service, hosted by Development Trusts Association Scotland is currently looking to fill the following post within the organisation: Facilities Management Adviser – Community Ownership Support Service.

Are you experienced in facilities management and development? Do you want to support organisations to manage their community-owned assets?

We are looking for an adviser in Facilities Management to provide communities with support in the operational, technical and legal requirements of community owned and managed assets, drawing on professional advice as appropriate.

We anticipate that this role will be based in Edinburgh or Glasgow, with some home working and travel.

Would you love to support community organisations to thrive? Are you an exceptional communicator, able to provide information and develop a range of engaging content?

Development Trusts Association Scotland is looking for a Membership & Engagement Officer (maternity cover) to support communities on their journey towards setting up development trusts. Working as part of the Development Officers’ team, this role will provide advice and information to early-stage development trusts, contribute to the development of resources and communications for established DTA Scotland members, and coordinate a programme of in-person and online networking and learning events.

Are you interested in supporting ambitious community groups take assets into community ownership? Do you have experience of supporting organisations at difference stages of their development? This could include community engagement, organisational development, governance, feasibility/ business planning or financial advice.

We are looking for an Adviser to join our team and contribute to the development and delivery of the Community Ownership Support Service, in particular supporting community transfer, acquisition and development of assets – land and buildings.

We anticipate that this role will be based in Glasgow, covering community groups in the West and the South West of Scotland. It will involve hybrid working from home and office with travel.

Would you love to support community organisations to thrive? Do you have experience of working with communities, able to provide information and encouragement?

Development Trusts Association Scotland is looking for a Development Officer to support our development trust members to become stronger, more sustainable organisations. Working as part of the development officers’ team, this role will provide advice and support to our members, build relationships and contribute to the growth of the development trust movement. Our membership has grown significantly in recent years and we are looking to grow our team accordingly.

This role will cover covering community groups in the west and the south west of Scotland, including Glasgow and Dumfries. It will involve hybrid working from home and office with travel.

Are you interested in supporting ambitious community groups take assets into community ownership?

Do you have experience of supporting organisations at different stages of their development?

This could include community engagement, organisational development, governance, feasibility/ business planning or financial advice.

Due to internal promotion, we are looking for an Adviser to join our team and contribute to the development and delivery of the Community Ownership Support Service, in particular supporting community transfer, acquisition and development of assets – land and buildings.

This post will cover the east of Scotland, from Angus to the Scottish Borders, including Edinburgh. It will involve hybrid working from home and office with travel throughout the country.

Are you experienced in managing and developing facilities?

Do you want to support organisations to manage their community-owned assets - ranging from community hubs and arts centres to sports pitches, public toilets and historic buildings.

We are looking for an Adviser in Facilities Management to provide communities with support in the operational, technical and legal aspects of community owned and managed assets, drawing on external professional advice as required.

We are flexible about postholder’s location as this role covers the whole of Scotland and involves hybrid working from home and the Edinburgh office, with travel throughout the country.

Would you love to support community organisations to thrive? Do you have experience of working with communities, able to provide information and encouragement?

Due to internal promotion, Development Trusts Association Scotland is looking for a Development Officer to support our members in receipt of Strengthening Communities Programme grant funding. Working with a Strengthening Communities Programme Development Officer already in post, as well as the wider development officers’ team, this role will help groups to become more resilient and sustainable community anchor organisations.

This post will involve hybrid working from home and the Edinburgh office, with travel throughout the country, with particular focus on the east of Scotland.