Iriss supports people, workers and organisations to make social work and social care support work better through evidence based innovation. Iriss is a charity that works across Scotland and our principal funder is the Scottish Government

The Communications Officer creates and produces digital content to be used on our website and across our social media platforms.

Iriss works with people, workers and organisations in social work and social care to help them use knowledge and innovation to make positive change happen.

The Iriss Resources Manager makes sure that Iriss runs smoothly and efficiently and is a good place to work. The postholder assists the CEO and the team to manage our finances; organise our HR; and help make sure that we meet all the requirements of being a company and a charity.

This post will suit an organised person who likes a varied workload and working flexibly within a small team.

This is an important time to work in social work and social care as we navigate one of the biggest changes to the way we work - The National Care Service.

Iriss is seeking Board Members to help us make that change happen.

We are a charity that works with social work and social care to create positive change in Scotland. To do that we provide expert knowledge, facilitation, evidence and practice guidance.

We have a new strategy in place to support significant reform in social work and social care in Scotland, so it’s an exciting time for our organisation, and for you to be part of shaping its future.

If you share our ambition and vision for better lives for people. workers and communities in Scotland, and have an interest in ensuring good governance, we would love to hear from you.

Reports to: Head of Resources

Iriss is a charity that works with people, workers and organisations in social work and social care support to make positive change happen.

About the role

The Admin & Events Manager is responsible for coordinating events at Iriss including a high-profile sector event and, with the Head of Resources, ensuring Iriss is well run and a good place to work.

Key Activities

• Coordinate and run a high-profile sector event working effectively with partners, suppliers and external event companies. (40% of your time)
• Provide administrative and diary support to the National Adult Support and Protection coordinator. (40% of your time)
• Provide general events, administrative and compliance support to the CEO/ team as required. (20% of your time)