Poverty and inequality are the greatest challenges Scotland faces. The Poverty Alliance is working hard for policies that can reduce, and ultimately solve, poverty. Here are the latest opportunities to join our team.
Post: Senior Research Officer (SRO24)
Salary: £39,248 - £42,222 per annum plus 8% pension (35 hours per week, fixed term until March 2026)
A vacancy has arisen for an experienced social researcher to join the Poverty Alliance’s busy and impactful Research and Information Team. We are looking for a new Senior Research Officer, who will work across a range of qualitative research projects including supporting peer research with people with direct experience of poverty and on projects that span across different social policy areas relating to poverty including social security, employment and health.
The right person for this job will have significant experience and knowledge of conducting and managing qualitative research, preferably in an applied research context. You will have excellent knowledge of a range of qualitative and participatory research methodologies and methods. Alongside a sound knowledge of current issues and trends in relation to poverty and inequality, you will have experience of research focused on delivering real social change.
Above all, we are looking for a dynamic, passionate and committed individual, who not only wants to understand the nature of the social challenges we face but wants to change them too.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 31st October 12 noon
Interviews: Tuesday 12th November 2024
For an enquiry regarding this post please contact Dr Laura Robertson, laura.robertson@povertyalliance.org
To apply for the post please complete and return the application and equal opportunities form to Sinead Howell sinead.howell@povertyalliance.org . CVs will not be accepted.
Post: Director of Operations (DOO24)
Salary: £52,054 – £55,760 per annum + 8% pension contribution per annum plus 8% pension (35 hours per week, permanent)
As a result of the continued growth and development of the Poverty Alliance, we have created the post of Director of Operations. This is an important new development for the Poverty Alliance, one that will play a key role in ensuring we have the resources and policies in place to enable us to deliver on our purpose of supporting the prevention and reduction of poverty by building a strong network that influences policy and changes practice.
We are looking for someone who has significant experience at a senior leadership level, with a sound understanding of operational management and project and service development. You will not only have experience in budgetary management, but a strong track record in income generation. We will need someone who is focused on securing ambitious outcomes and impact, particularly in a social change context.
The Director of Operations will play a critical role in continuing to develop our approach to agile working and will have experience of ensuring continuous improvement and innovation is at the heart of organisational development. You will have commitment to inclusive working, and knowledge of policy and practice in relation to diversity, inclusion and equality.
The Poverty Alliance is a values and mission driven organisation. We bring together hundreds of organisations who share our desire to see an end to poverty, and a Scotland where everyone can flourish. If you share that desire to bring about real social change, then we would love to hear from you.
Closing date for applications: Monday 25th November 12 noon
Interviews: Friday 6th December 2024
For an informal discussion 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 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.
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