Working with colleagues across Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway, the Training and Events Coordinator will take the lead on coordinating the development of a training programme for social enterprises and the wider third sector across Dumfries and Galloway, as part of TSDGs annual training calendar, designed to develop and support a strong third sector across Dumfries and Galloway.

The Training and Events Coordinator will engage with third sector organisations and networks such as our Social Enterprise Dumfries and Galloway Network, to establish the sector’s needs and will work with teams across the organisation to develop training opportunities.

They will work with colleagues to secure attendance, liaising with our communications team; coordinate events on the day; analyse feedback and implement recommendations to develop future training opportunities.

The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a central pillar of the UK government’s Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills. For more information, visit gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-prospectus

DVVA and the Protecting People Strategic Support Team based within Dundee Health and Social Care Partnership are seeking a passionate and dedicated Authentic Voices Project Manager to play a pivotal role in amplifying the voices and experiences of individuals with lived experience within strategic planning and decision-making forums. This will include an initial focus on the protecting people partnerships and committees. This position is instrumental in supporting a whole system culture shift in strategic spaces and ensuring that the needs, perspectives, and insights of the individuals we serve are authentically represented and integrated into the development and improvement of our programs and initiatives.

The post holder will be employed by Dundee Volunteer Voluntary Action and co-located to work as a member of the Protecting People Strategic Support Team (based within Dundee Health and Social Care Partnership).

Ideally you’ll have experience of supporting the engagement of people with lived experience as well as networking with a variety of partners and stakeholders. You’ll be able to balance the differing needs and expectations of those you are working with to facilitate successful working relationships and outcomes. Qualified to degree level in a relevant subject, and with significant working experience, you’ll have experience of project management and delivering change programmes.

Job description and person specification

Are you passionate about social enterprises and excited about the difference they can make in Stirling’s economic wellbeing? If so, we have a fantastic job opportunity for you!

Stirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise (SVE) is the partnership and development agency for the third sector in Stirling. As the local third sector interface we are a membership organisation of locally based charities, social enterprises and volunteer-led community organisations.

We are currently seeking a Development & Engagement Coordinator in Social Enterprise to lead our efforts in helping social enterprises achieve their business and social value goals.

In this role, you will work closely with social enterprises and aspiring social entrepreneurs, understanding their needs and delivering the support they need to grow and build sustainability. This work is a vital part of the Stirling Social Enterprise Strategy Action Plan, a collaborative effort to develop and extend social enterprise across Stirling.

You'll have the unique opportunity to support a diverse range of social enterprises throughout their journey from startup to growth, scaling up, and sustaining their impactful work. Your practical skills and experience in business advising and/or community development will be essential in this role.

Additionally, you will help social enterprises build their networks and voice, playing an instrumental role in facilitating the Forth Valley Social Enterprise Network. Your ability to build relationships, balance practical support with strategic insights, and influence local policy and practice will be key in shaping the future of social enterprise in Stirling.

SVE have a generous benefits package including 40 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays and mandatory shut down period over Christmas/ New Year), employee pension scheme with SVE contributing 6% of qualifying salary and enhanced family leave policies. We are a Carer Positive employer and a Disability Confident Employer.

We are enthusiastic about the benefits of flexible working for individuals and the organisation and would consider requests for flexibility within this role that could include alternative working patterns, part-time working and job-share.

If you have the experience outlined in the role profile and a passion for social entrepreneurship, this could be the perfect role for you.

Join us in making a meaningful impact on Stirling’s economic wellbeing through the power of social enterprise.

The Locality Partner/Locality Development Officer (LDO) works across our communities and is assigned a locality of Dumfries and Galloway to develop relationships and representation.

The purpose is to build a strong third sector through collaboration and advice on a range of matters including leadership, good governance, sustainability, planning and volunteering.

Each Partner/LDO hosts the Locality Hub for their area as part of the Community Planning Partnership, working with partners in the local authority, NHS and others. As part of the Partnerships and Communities team, there is also wider involvement in sector development, including sharing insights and learning from localities to help with decision making.