| https://positiveactionh.us15.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=251f65ba8f51e64abbb6d9529&id=ca1250e516&e=5aa457791e&c=e4a7c8fb2a | | | Latest Jobs Bulletin from Positive Action in Housing | | | The jobs bulletin publishes vacancies in the non profit sector and targets people from BME, refugee and migrant backgrounds and those already working within the non profit sector. Sign up for mailings. | | | The following posts have become available with The Mental Health Foundation, The Poverty Alliance and Positive Action in Housing. See below for details. | | | JOBS WITH THE MENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION The Mental Health Foundation is the UK's leading charity for everyone's mental health. We are home to Mental Health Awareness Week and, with prevention at the heart of what we do, we aim to find and address the sources of mental health problems so that people and communities can thrive. The Mental Health Foundation is recruiting for a Programme Development Officer (Refugees and Asylum Seekers) to support our Programmes (Adults) Team in Scotland. Starting salary £30,000 rising to £33,857, Permanent, 28 or 35 hours per week This is a significant role in supporting the Foundation to achieve the aim of reducing inequalities experienced by refugees and asylum seekers who are at high risk of developing mental health problems or have lived experience of mental health. The postholder will work with the refugee and asylum seeker communities using the principles of empowerment and co-production to increase access to services and ensure their voices shape Scottish policies, strategies and services. The postholder will also work with key organisations across Scotland so that they can better engage with, involve and work with refugee and asylum seekers. What does the role involve? - Support our existing work and lead on implementing new projects when required.
- Developing and facilitating training to local authorities.
- Ensuring the voices of refugees and asylum seekers are heard and inform local and national policies.
- Advancing community development initiatives in local areas to enhance the mental health and wellbeing of refugees and asylum seekers.
What skills, knowledge and experience are we looking for - Evidenced working knowledge of the policy process from national to local level for asylum seekers and refugees.
- Evidenced successful oral communication skills, including presentations.
- Personal lived experience of being an asylum seeker or refugee, and of using this to inform professional practice (or considerable experience and credibility in this field).
- Demonstrable experience of designing and delivering training.
Please note that for safeguarding purposes, all our roles require an enhanced DBS/PVG check. Also, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK. How to apply If you think your skills match and you'd like to be part of a dynamic and growing organisation, please visit www.mentalhealth.org.uk/jobs and complete and send your application form to vacancies-scotland@mentalhealth.org.uk (along with a completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form). Please note that all sections of the application form should be completed as CVs will not be accepted. Applications will close at 5pm 7 June 2021. Interviews are planned for 16 June 2021. Diversity is greatly valued at the Foundation. Applications from all sections of the community are actively encouraged. If you have a disability, require any additional support or have any questions regarding the role, please contact us at vacancies-scotland@mentalhealth.org.uk Due to Covid-19 and until further notice, we are operating digital recruitment (including interviews via video conferencing) and on-boarding processes. We are blending office and homeworking until further notice. We look forward to hearing from you! | | | THE MENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION The Mental Health Foundation, the UK's leading charity for everyone's mental health are recruiting for the role of Development Officer to work for Voices of Experience (VOX), Scotland's lived experience members led charity. Starting salary £30,000 rising to £33,857 pro rata, 21 hours per week, 1-year fixed term contract VOX is Scotland's members led charity for people with lived experience of mental distress. VOX represent members' views to Scotland's politicians and health professionals to make sure Scotland's laws and mental health services reflect its members needs and interests. This exciting Development Officer role will build opportunities for those who have, or have had lived experience of mental distress to be able to influence the development of mental health services and society more generally. This will involve arranging inclusive, innovative events, activities and other methods to engage with members to ensure their views are effectively captured, and to work directly with those who wish to take on representative roles. The Development Officer will be expected to support the development of policy responses in order to ensure members views are heard by policy makers, and to ensure we represent these views at relevant meetings and events. The role shall also involve linking our group members together, building capacity and ensuring we hear from a diverse range of groups and organisations. The main duties are: - To represent VOX members' views at a range of meetings.
- To assist in pulling together briefings/overviews of current policy papers in ways which are relatable and meaningful to members.
- To plan, prepare and facilitate VOX members' meetings and discussion groups.
We are looking for an individual who has a wide-ranging understanding of human rights, social justice issues and the inequalities encountered by those who have experienced mental health problems/distress. Also an individual with exceptional skills and breadth of experience of working alongside people with lived experience of mental distress. The role will require the ability to engage effectively with the Scottish Policy, Service and Practice environments. Why should you apply for this role? - 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 27 after 5 years' service
- 3 closure days between Christmas and New Year
- Up to 3 wellbeing days per annum
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Generous non-contributory pension scheme, 8% at 3 months service, rising to 10% at 6 months service employer contribution
- Life Assurance Scheme at four times annual salary
- Flexible working
- Season Ticket Loan
Please note that for safeguarding purposes, all our roles require a DBS/PVG check. Also, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK. How to apply If you think your skills match and you'd like to be part of a dynamic and growing organisation, please visit www.mentalhealth.org.uk/jobs and complete and send your application form to vacancies-scotland@mentalhealth.org.uk (along with a completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form). Please note that all sections of the application form should be completed as CVs will not be accepted. Applications will close at 5pm on Wednesday 9th June 2021. Interviews are planned for Wednesday 30th June 2021. There will be a presentation on the day of the interview. Diversity is greatly valued at the Foundation. Applications from all sections of the community are actively encouraged. If you have a disability, require any additional support or have any questions regarding the role, please contact us at vacancies-scotland@mentalhealth.org.uk Due to Covid-19 and until further notice, we are operating digital recruitment (including interviews via video conferencing) and on-boarding processes. We are blending office and homeworking until further notice. We look forward to hearing from you! | | | JOBS WITH THE POVERTY ALLIANCE Poverty and inequality are the greatest challenges Scotland faces. The Poverty Alliance is working hard to show how we can change the conversation about, and ultimately solve, poverty. An opportunity has arisen to join our team and help us achieve our vision of a Scotland without poverty: Post: Finance and Business Manager (FBM21) Salary: £38,250 per annum plus 6% pension (permanent) A vacancy has arisen for an experienced individual to lead the Poverty Alliance's small and busy Finance and Administration Team. The role will involve the strategic management of the organisation's financial resources, contributing to our income generation programme, overseeing the continued development and enhancement of our business information systems and processes. The right person for this job will not only have significant experience and knowledge of financial and budgetary management, business development, administration and staff supervision, but also a commitment to delivering real social change. We need a dynamic and passionate individual, with a commitment to equal opportunities and collaborative working. Possession of a relevant business, finance and accounting qualification would be an advantage. Closing date for applications: Monday 31 May 2021 at 12 noon Interviews: Wednesday 9th June 2021 For more information, including a job description and application form please visit www.povertyalliance.org/about_us/recruitment For an enquiry regarding this post please contact Peter Kelly peter.kelly@povertyalliance.org To apply for the post please complete and return the application and equal opportunities form to sinead.howell@povertyalliance.org. CVs will not be accepted. Post: Finance Officer (FO21) Salary: £27,059 per annum pro rata plus 6% pension, 21 hours per week, (until March 2023 with possibility of extension) We are looking for an experienced Finance Officer who will join the Poverty Alliance's small and fast-moving Administration team. The post will be responsible for providing support to financial processes across our busy organisation. This will include supporting day-to-day financial processes, maintaining records and providing timely reports to management team. You will also work closely with the Business and Finance Manager on the development and management of the organisational budget. We are looking for candidates with a sound understanding of the financial operations needed in small business. In addition to the necessary technical and financial skills, the role requires a strong attention to detail, the ability to manage a complex workload and an enthusiasm for working as part of a team as well as autonomously. Extended closing date for applications: Tuesday 25th May 12 noon Interviews: Friday 4th June All applications received by previously advertised closing date will still be considered. There is no need to reapply. For more information, including a job description and application form please visit www.povertyalliance.org/about_us/recruitment For an enquiry regarding this post please contact Poe McHugh poe.mchugh@povertyalliance.org To apply for the post please complete and return the application and equal opportunities form to sinead.howell@povertyalliance.org. CVs will not be accepted. The Poverty Alliance aims to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from any person who can demonstrate that they meet the requirements for the post, and we are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Please note that the Poverty Alliance has a legal duty to ensure those employed have the right to work and remain in the UK, the successful candidate will be required to confirm their eligibility prior to appointment. | | | JOBS WITH POSITIVE ACTION IN HOUSING
Positive Action in Housing is an independent, anti-racist homelessness and human rights charity (SC027577) dedicated to supporting women, children and men from refugee and migrant backgrounds to rebuild their lives. We believe in a society where everyone has the right to live safe and dignified lives, free from poverty, homelessness or inequality.
The following vacancies have become available with the Charity. For all posts, download a Job Application Form (word format) here and email your completed application to home@positiveactionh.org by the closing date specified. Successful candidates will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and Disclosures.
Charity Bookkeeper
21 hours per week
Office based – Glasgow
£23,145 - £25,186 pro-rata + 4% Contributory Pension
We wish to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper to assist with the finances of a small but busy charity based in Glasgow's city centre. You will be responsible for undertaking accurate and timely recording of income and expenditure, bank reconciliation, purchase ledger, donor's database, payment of invoices and reclamation of Gift Aid. You will prepare and post general ledger journals and prepare reports as requested. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills. You will have excellent numeracy skills. You will have the skills and aptitude to accurately maintain our computer-based finance records. You will pay meticulous attention to detail and have the aptitude and skills to learn on the job. You have excellent IT skills, and are familiar with spreadsheets, word processing, email and MS Office. You will be educated to degree level or equivalent. You know how to plan, manage and prioritise a varied workload under pressure. You are self-motivated and know how to work as part of a team. Click here for more details about this post. Closing date: 12 Noon, Friday 28 May 2021.
Training Coordinator
28 hours per week
Office based – Glasgow
£25,186 - £28,534 pro-rata + 4% Contributory Pension
We wish to recruit a dynamic, experienced individual who can hit the ground running and lead and deliver Positive Action in Housing's equality and diversity training programme across Scotland. The training service is highly dependent on the post holder growing existing and new business. Your central goal will be to design and deliver an exciting financially viable equalities and diversity training programme directed at housing, voluntary and statutory sector professionals and organisations. Your challenge is to make the training service financially viable with significant income generating potential for the future. You will ensure Positive Action in Housing's equalities and diversity training programme becomes a leader in its field. You will be creating an original and exciting equalities training programme in consultation with Registered Social Landlords, Voluntary organisations and local authorities. You will make learning fun as well as informative. You will work with other trainers as well as deliver training. You will be committed to finding out new learning techniques and developing accredited courses and CPD. Click here for more details about this post. Closing date: 12 Noon, Friday 4 June 2021 | | | | (Follow us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram or visit our website. Email comments here.) | | | | Positive Action in Housing
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