Rural Jobs Round Up: June 2016

In Rural Jobs Round Up, we highlight some current vacancies in rural Scotland, as well as rural development jobs.

Research Assistant - Centre for Mountain Studies

• Fixed Term 15 August 2016 – 14 August 2017 
• Maternity Cover
• Salary: £23,024 - £25,995

The Centre for Mountain Studies and the UNESCO Chair in Sustainable Mountain Development are based in Perth, at Perth College UHI, a large academic partner in Scotland’s newest University, the University of the Highlands and Islands. The advertised post is to fill a key need in the team working at the Centre, working on all aspects of project development and delivery. Excellent communication and database skills and a strong interest in knowledge exchange are important.

For more information and to submit your application for this post visit the Perth College UHI website. Alternatively, a recruitment pack can be requested by telephoning 01738 877444 (answering machine).

Closing date: 12:00 on 13 June

Community Woodland Development Officer - Glengarry Community Woodlands

• Hours: 35 hours weekly
• Salary: £20,000 - £24,000
• Location: Invergarry
• Duration: Fixed term of 18 months. This may be extended

Glengarry Community Woodlands have been successful in the purchase of the Wood and Old Forestry Depot in Invergarry, Glengarry. They are now looking for a Community Development Officer to further develop and implement aspects of our Business Plan and Community Projects to maximise the opportunities this new venture provides them. 

The main purpose of the job is to develop projects as specified by the directors of Glengarry Community Woodlands, with the emphasis on community involvement.

A full job description can be found on the Glengarry Community Woodlands website.

For more information contact Grace Grant: grace@mecanisme.net.

Closing date: 20 June

Tyne Esk LEADER Programme Finance Support Officer

• Location: Dalkeith
• Salary: £24,439 - £26,711 per year
• Hours: 36 hours per week

Based at Fairfield House, Dalkeith within the Council’s Economic Development Section, you will assist with the delivery of the Tyne-Esk LEADER Programme 2014/20 throughout the rural areas of East Lothian and Midlothian. In particular, you will assist with the development, implementation and management of a robust programme of monitoring, reporting and evaluation of the Programme’s physical and financial performance.

You will have experience of working in partnership with a wide range of stakeholders active in rural economic development. A first class communicator with strong interpersonal skills you will require a thorough understanding of the European and Scottish Government’s regulations underpinning the LEADER Programme together with the ability to manipulate and analyse large amounts of data.

Visit the myjobscotland website for more information.

Closing date: 5 June

Volunteer Coordinator - Scottish Rural Parliament

• £5333 basic salary per annum for 10 hours per week
• Fixed term contract - six months
• Home based

The Scottish Rural Parliament are currently seeking an experienced Volunteer Coordinator with leadership qualities to take forward a new, exciting volunteering project to support our activities. The post holder will be expected to travel with occasional overnight stays therefore some flexibility will be needed.

Visit the Scottish Rural Parliament website for more information.

Please send your CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria to info@scottishruralparliament.org.uk.

Closing date: 5pm on 6 June

Administrator - Paths for All

• Starting salary £15,873
• Full-time 37 hours per week
• Fixed-term appointment to 31 March 2017, with the possibility of extension
• Location: Alloa

Paths for All are looking for the right person to join our Corporate Services team and provide a comprehensive support service to colleagues. You will need to be highly organised and flexible and be experienced in the full range of administrative tasks. You should hold a relevant qualification.

Visit the Paths for All website for more information.

Closing date: 10 June

Business Manager - Paths for All

• Starting salary £35,000
• Full-time 37 hours per week
• Location: Alloa

This is a new and exciting post. The Business Manager will be a member of Paths for All's Management Team. The post holder will lead on financial management, business and partnership development and oversee the work of our corporate services.

They are looking for someone with considerable experience in managing the finances of an organisation, business acumen and managing HR, IT, Administration services. You should be educated to degree level or equivalent in one of the above disciplines. A member of a relevant professional body would be advantageous.

Visit the Paths for All website for more information.

Closing date: 10 June

Walking for Health Development Officer x 2 - Paths for All

• 1 full-time and 1 part-time (0.6) post
• Starting salary £25,000
• Full-time 37 hour week
• Location: Alloa

These are opportunities to join a small, enthusiastic team at the forefront of physical activity promotion. Paths for All are looking for candidates with relevant skills and experience in project and community development and a passion for the benefits of physical activity.

Visit the Paths for All website for more information.

Closing date: 10 June