Highland Third Sector Interface

We are recruiting for a Senior Development Officer - Employability Hours: 30 hours a week Salary: Starting Salary £29,973.90 The post is a joint commitment between HTSI and the Highland Council and is intended to support strengthening employment outcomes for the people of the Highlands through improving the capacity, scope and influence of third sector employability provision. The postholder will engage actively with local and national third sector providers to understand their strengths and challenges, identify opportunities for and support partnership working across sectors. They will support third sector employability providers with organisational and business development. They will advocate for the sector strategically on relevant partnership boards and working group. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eGQwNAi8

Together We Can Events Highland Alcohol and Drugs Partnership would like to invite you to a local partnership event. The events will provide an opportunity to share whats working across Highland, support that is available from a range of partners and how we can work collectively to reduce drug and alcohol related harm. 29th October, Thurso – Park Hotel Register here: https://lnkd.in/eajqyqD6 6th November, Inverness - Merkinch Community Centre Register here: https://lnkd.in/evvKjfzF

The first of the changes to charity law contained in the Charities (Regulation and Administration) (Scotland) Act 2023 came into effect on 1 April 2024. Some of the changes include: 🔸 Increased inquiry powers for OSCR 🔸 Power to remove charities from the Scottish Charity Register if they do not submit accounts and respond to OSCR 🔸 Requirement for charities to have a connection to Scotland Find out more about what these changes mean for you, and see further measures which will be introduced in the future, on our website 👇 https://buff.ly/3J58YrE

Nairn & Nairnshire Community Partnership - Networking Event Nairn Community & Arts Centre Wednesday 30th October, 10am - 12pm An opportunity for community members, groups and organisations, practitioners and partners, to learn, network and connect with each other. To book a table for your organisation or community group please contact Lynn: lynn.mcneil@highland.gov.uk

Are you looking for a new role in the Third Sector in Highland? We currently have vacancies on our website from A-ND Autism & Neuro-Diversity (North Scotland), Car Gomm, Highland Hospice and more. Check out the vacancies page here: https://lnkd.in/e6y9um4

We are recruiting for a Senior Development Officer - Employability Hours: 30 hours a week Salary: Starting Salary £29,973.90 The post is a joint commitment between HTSI and the Highland Council and is intended to support strengthening employment outcomes for the people of the Highlands through improving the capacity, scope and influence of third sector employability provision. The postholder will engage actively with local and national third sector providers to understand their strengths and challenges, identify opportunities for and support partnership working across sectors. They will support third sector employability providers with organisational and business development. They will advocate for the sector strategically on relevant partnership boards and working group. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eGQwNAi8

Expressions of Interest for Development and Collaboration Grants must be submitted no later than midday Monday 28th October to be considered. Want to find out more? Visit our website: https://lnkd.in/evhjfPtP

Looking for a new Volunteering Opportunity? Here are some currently available on our website: Community Connector: Volunteer Energy Advisor - Changeworks As a Community Connector Volunteer you will receive energy advice training to deliver light touch energy advice to members of rural communities, helping them to understand how to reduce their energy use and minimise their carbon emissions. Special Constable - Police Scotland The Special Constabulary is a part-time, volunteer body consisting of members of the public, who give up their spare time to support us, support their communities. You will be given identical powers to that of police officers, where you will work alongside us, during times that best suits you. Support Volunteer – Victim Support Scotland We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our incredible team of volunteers! Our volunteers provide information, guidance, emotional support and practical assistance for anyone affected by crime, including victims, witnesses, their families and friends. Trusts and Foundation Support Volunteer - Waverley Care You will have a chance to contribute to a charity that makes a real difference to the lives of people living with HIV and learn the basics of funding application writing and the principles of Trusts and Foundations fundraising. See these and more opportunities on our website: https://lnkd.in/eYQ3fGFD

Community Justice Third Sector Forum Thursday 28 November, 10am - 1pm In person at Cafe 1668 This forum is open to all third sector organisations throughout Highland who have an interest in community justice. Lunch provided. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ectqK4Sk

Are you looking for a new volunteering opportunity in Highland or do you want to advertise yours? If you are interested in volunteering please contact volunteering@highlandtsi.org.uk. Check out our volunteering opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/eYQ3fGFD