- Advertised from 3rd December 2021
- + 8% employer pension contribution. Full Time (35 Hours per week - please see Job Pack for work patterns)
Role
We have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Advisor in the South East Advice Team to support our dedicated team of Energy Advisors.
As a Senior Advisor you will have the opportunity to support a team of energy advisors to deliver expert advice on a range of topics including behaviour change, measures & appliances, renewable technologies, transport and water. You will also support the team to maximise their opportunity to refer for energy efficiency schemes, including the Scottish Government’s Warmer Homes Scotland scheme.
To be successful in this role you will have the ability to coach and supervise staff coupled with the ability to give meaningful feedback to improve our customer service and increase the number of customers that take action.
You will be a confident and clear communicator with the ability to motivate and lead a team to reach targets. You will be approachable with a can-do attitude to resolving challenges along with a responsible and reliable disposition.
You will have an excellent understanding of the importance of high-quality customer service along with skills which allow you to deal with escalated enquiries or low-level complaints managing them to resolution.
Please see job description for further details.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of staff benefits including flexible working, bike to work scheme, an excellent pension scheme and 26 days paid holiday plus 9 public holidays per year.
Application notes
To apply: please visit our website changeworks.org.uk/jobs
Closing Date for applications: 11am, Thursday 16 December 2021
Interviews: Monday 20 and Tuesday 21 December 2021
For further information about this post please contact Jack Murdoch on 0131 539 8628
At Changeworks we remain working at home, where possible, in line with Scottish Government advice. This post would have typically been based at our Edinburgh office (36 Newhaven Road, Edinburgh) however we are currently designing our new ways of working. Over the coming months we will be looking to offer increased flexibility about where we work, in a hybrid of home and office base depending on the needs of each role.
Changeworks ~ delivering positive low carbon living
Senior Finance and Funding Officer – Funding & Compliance
- Part time
- £28,137 pro-rata
- Hybrid: Stirling
- Closing 12th January 2026
Organisation Profile
Established in 1984 to eradicate all forms of discrimination under the Race Relations Act 1976, CSREC works across Central Scotland, including but not limited to, Clackmannanshire, Falkirk, and Stirling Council areas.
At CSREC, we aim to reduce the negative effects of inequality and marginalisation experienced by Minority Ethnic individuals, asylum seekers, and refugees across Central Scotland, enabling them to engage with the wider public to enhance community cohesion and prevent discrimination.
This job description and person specification acts as a guide to the various responsibilities in relation to the position of Senior Finance and Fundraising Officer. Due to the on-going changes within the Third Sector these responsibilities may be occasionally amended in negotiation with the post holder. CSREC is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our service users and uses a thorough, rigorous, and fair recruitment and selection process.
Role Overview
To ensure the financial health and sustainability of CSREC by leading on financial planning, securing essential funding, and maintaining robust financial reporting and compliance. The post holder will be responsible for the creation and management of budgets and forecasts, identifying and applying for new funding, and ensuring all financial reporting to funders is accurate and timely.
Top job! Chief Executive Officer
- Full time or Part time
- £50,000
- Hybrid: Station Seven, Johnstone (one day per week at home)
- Closing 5th December 2025
This is an exciting time to join us. We have ambitious plans for the future, and we are looking for a dynamic, values-driven leader who can guide our organisation through its next chapter of growth and impact. As CEO, you will play a pivotal role in shaping strategy, ensuring financial sustainability, and fostering a positive culture that empowers staff, volunteers, and partners.
The successful candidate will bring:
• A strong commitment to social impact and community engagement.
• Proven leadership experience, including governance and financial oversight.
• The ability to build partnerships and inspire stakeholders. Resilience, adaptability, and a collaborative approach
Senior Technical Officer
- Full time or Part time
- £35,156
- Hybrid/Remote: Inverness
- Closing 15th December 2025
Community Energy Scotland is recruiting for a Senior Technical Officer with experience of all aspects of technical project delivery, including scoping of technical work, writing bids and tenders, managing client relationships, overseeing and providing expert input into technical content creation, and delivering outputs on time and to budget.
The role will be part of a wider technical team that delivers the technical aspects of several of Community Energy Scotland’s projects, as well as stand-alone technical work such as feasibility studies and options appraisals. This new senior role requires an energetic, well organised self-starter.
We are particularly looking for candidates who can demonstrate experience and skills in at least two of the following areas:
- Grid assessments
- Development of 30-50MW renewable generation projects
- Non-loan financing for renewable projects
- Cost estimation for renewable generation projects
- System integration of renewable generation projects to buildings or off-grid systems
Energy Adviser
- Full time
- £26,497 – £28,381
- Hybrid: Edinburgh (with some hybrid working and community outreach)
- Closing 8th December 2025
To provide high-quality, confidential energy advice and practical support to individuals and families experiencing fuel poverty or energy-related hardship. The role will help clients reduce energy costs, manage energy debt, and create warmer, healthier homes. Advice will be delivered face-to-face, by telephone, and digitally, embedded within CHAI’s holistic advice model alongside welfare rights, housing, and debt services.
By joining our team, you will help alleviate fuel poverty, improve wellbeing, and strengthen financial resilience, ensuring that no one in our communities endures hardship.
Role and Responsibilities
Energy Advice
· Deliver tailored energy advice, including tariff checks, energy efficiency tips, and support with billing issues.
· Assist clients with fuel debt, Fuel direct issues, fuel vouchers, crisis grants, supplier hardship funds and promote Warm Homes Discount.
· Negotiate with energy suppliers to resolve disputes and agree affordable repayment plans.
· Support applications for energy efficiency measures and home improvements.
· Maintain accurate case records using Advice Pro and comply with data protection legislation.
· Provide light-touch and in-depth advice and interventions based on client needs.
Service Development
· Promote Energy Advice service across CHAI teams and partner networks.
· Build strong relationships with external partners such as Home Energy Scotland, Fuel BankFoundation, and Changeworks.
· Contribute to outreach activities and awareness campaigns.
· Prepare reports on outcomes and impact for the Service Manager and funders.
Personal Development
· Complete City & Guilds Level 3 Energy Awareness training (or equivalent).
· Maintain up-to-date knowledge of energy advice, fuel poverty issues, and relevant legislation.
Organisational
· Adhere to the policies and procedures of CHAI.
· Actively participate in Team and Organisational meetings
· Participate in the development of CHAI services.
· Feedback on the review of organisational policies and procedures.
· Promote and represent CHAI services positively.
· Perform other reasonable related duties as required.
We offer the following
· Flexible working
· Access to Simply Health benefit plan
· 32 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)
· Enrolment to NOW Pension Scheme
· Extensive training programme
· Full and part time opportunities
· Supportive work environment
· Opportunities to improve services and make a difference
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