Freelance Community Development Officer

Location
Kirkmichael, Ballindalloch
Salary
£12,000 + expenses
Posted
31 Oct 2018
Closes
19 Nov 2018
Contract Type
Self Employed
Hours
Part Time

Kirkmichael Community Council is looking for a freelance Community Development Officer to help deliver projects in our community action plan.

Working on a self-employed basis, the successful applicant will join us part time for a 1 year contract.

About the village

Kirkmichael is a friendly and welcoming conservation village, situated between the picturesque greenery of the surrounding Carrick, Ayrshire and Galloway forests.

We have gained a reputation as being a social village with year-round events, including music and theatre performances, sports clubs, social gatherings and seasonal festivities.

Kirkmichael also has a community-run shop selling locally sourced produce and a local newsletter, with contribution from villagers.

Your role

  • Planning and implementing projects
  • Listening to the thoughts of the local community
  • Evaluating resources and developing new ones
  • Raising public awareness on community projects
  • Encouraging participation in activities and events
  • Overseeing budgets and identifying potential savings

About you

  • A passion for working with small communities
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Previous experience in a community development role
  • Local knowledge of Kirkmichael – desirable
  • Member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) – desirable

Interviews are to be held during last week in November.