This is an exciting opportunity for a Finance Assistant to make a significant impact and play a key role within a value-focused organisation.

The position plays a key role in supporting the Finance Department and organisation through a period of growth in the scope and scale of the work, in response to humanitarian crises and the external demands they face as the lead Scottish agency for refugees in a fast-changing policy landscape. This role is key to providing day-to-day support for the Finance Department, as well as the wider organisation.

The Scottish Refugee Council provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland, standing up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland.

The vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and can achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave ( Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Death in service benefit
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Refugee Festival Scotland is a unique community and arts festival dedicated to achieving positive and lasting social change. Co-ordinated by Scottish Refugee Council, the festival is held across Scotland every June and provides a platform for refugee communities to showcase their skills, talents and cultures and to tell new, more positive stories about integration and diversity in Scotland. In 2024, the festival will run from 14th – 23rd June.

We are looking for a Programming Fellow to join our team and develop a strand of the 2024 festival. Supported by Creative Scotland, the fellowship is presented as a learning and development opportunity for gaining hands-on experience in festival programming and programming operations. The Fellow should have a demonstrated interest in the arts and themes of migration, but no programming experience is required. The Fellow will work closely with the festival team and will be supported to develop and deliver a programme of events.

We invite applications from all arts backgrounds and specialisms, including music, performing arts, film, poetry, visual arts, heritage and socially engaged practice. Applicants should have lived experience of seeking refugee protection.

This post will be subject to a Basic Disclosure check.

Fellowship benefits package

• Coaching and counselling service
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. We provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland. We stand up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland. Our vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and are able to achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.

Refugee Festival Scotland is a unique community and arts festival dedicated to achieving positive and lasting social change.

The festival is held across Scotland every June in the lead-up to World Refugee Day on June 20th. Scottish Refugee Council co-ordinates the festival programme, which includes: running a small grants programme to support organisations and groups to put on their events; providing a platform for anyone else willing to take part in the festival to register their event; and organising a number of projects and partnership collaborations every year to run alongside.

We are inviting applications for an Engagement Officer to act as community lead for the festival. They will be the main point of contact for the festival’s small grants and event registration programmes, supporting the participation of refugee-led and refugee-supporting groups and organisations who put on festival events.

The role also involves programming outreach and community focused initiatives as part of the festival, as well as organising networking meetings year-round that will bring together creatives, communities and organisations in different parts of Scotland.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave (Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Death in service benefit
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

This post will be subject to a Basic Disclosure check.

Are you interested in joining our Board? Can your skills and experience support us in furthering our aims and objectives?

Scottish Refugee Council is a national charity providing help and advice to people from the refugee and asylum-seeking community in Scotland and advocating for their rights. In recent years we have expanded services to support the significant number people arriving from Afghanistan and Ukraine, alongside others hoping to build a positive future in Scotland. We currently have 100 employees and a growing number of volunteers, which include our board members.

Our vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. Our aim is to be a strong voice in support of people seeking refugee protection. We campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system in the UK and for a better deal for people rebuilding their lives here. We coordinate the annual Refugee Festival, which takes place in June, and work in close partnership with other organisations on campaigns and service delivery.

Key to our new five year strategy is our commitment to nothing about refugees without refugees; to find transparent and creative ways to involve refugees and make lived experience central to everything we do. We now want to further strengthen the influence of people with lived experience on our board of directors, where high level strategy and priorities are set.

Role of Board member

You may have prior experience of a governance or leadership role, or not. Skills and experience in areas such as management, finance, law, human resources, public affairs and communications, research and policy, fundraising, IT, are welcome but not essential. You could have gained relevant experience in your home country or in the UK or somewhere else, through education, the workplace or voluntary work. However, a passion for the rights and wellbeing of refugees, and a willingness to bring your lived experience to the role are what matter most. All new Board Members will be offered induction and mentoring support.

Your commitment

• The board meets 4 times a year, including a strategy day held annually.
• Our Annual General Meeting
• Members are required where possible to take part in one of the three sub-committees (Finance and Audit, People, Strategy and Development) that support the Board. The committee meet 3-4 times per year.
• Governance and other related training will be offered
• Our headquarters are in Glasgow but meetings can be joined virtually and suitable IT support can be provided.
• This role is unpaid however, travel and other reasonable expenses will be fully reimbursed.
• Information about current Board members can be found using this link:

scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk/about/team

If you would like to chat to one of our current board members from a refugee background to find out more, contact Audrey.hewerdine@scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk to arrange this.

cottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. We provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland. We stand up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland. Our vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and are able to achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.

We are currently looking for a Grants Officer to work as part of our Funding Development team. Your role will be to grow restricted and unrestricted grant funding income from a range of sources, including the statutory sector, charitable trusts and foundations across Scotland and the UK.

You will also be responsible for co-ordination and delivery of a grant funding portfolio for Scottish Refugee Council, you will identify, research and optimise grant funding opportunities, developing high-quality applications with partners and colleagues across organisation, and provide excellent account management.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave ( Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Death in service benefit
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. We provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland. We stand up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland. Our vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and are able to achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.

We are currently looking for a Housing Development Officer to inform and influence housing practice and policy to improve refugee integration in Scotland. This will involve working closely with both operational and policy colleagues and stakeholders to improve refugees’ access to housing, and other areas of integration e.g. health.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave ( Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Death in service benefit
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. We provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland. We stand up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland. Our vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and are able to achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.

We are currently looking for a Learning and Development Officer to work closely with the Integration Project Managers and Senior Partnerships Manager, external partners, SRC practitioners and refugees.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave ( Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Death in service benefit
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. We provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland. We stand up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland. Our vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and are able to achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.

Scottish Refugee Council is recruiting a Corporate Services Assistant to join its busy team based in central Glasgow. The role supports the Corporate Services Manager in the day-to-day co-ordination and management of one of the organisation’s support functions. Our Corporate Services team is key to the smooth operation of the organisation and is responsible for organisation-wide support in reception services, administration, facilities management, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), health and safety and information governance.

Role Summary

We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, highly organised and adaptable to both planned and reactive office activities. You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a sound knowledge of working within a fast-paced office environment. A team player who can work on their own initiative, has excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering the priorities of the role.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave ( Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Death in service benefit
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. We provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland. We stand up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland. Our vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and are able to achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.

Scottish Refugee Council is looking for Regional Integration Coordinator to deliver activities, as directed, supporting the implementation of Scottish Refugee Council’s New Scots Integration: Rights and Communities project in specific regions across Scotland. This project, funded by the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF), seeks to ensure that refugees are effectively integrated into Scottish society and able to achieve their goals and have their needs met; while communities are supported and prepared to welcome refugees and involve them in community life. The project addresses the AMIF National priority of activities to assist in the integration of refugees at a national, local and regional level.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave ( Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Death in service benefit
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. We provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland. We stand up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland. Our vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and are able to achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.

Scottish Refugee Council is looking for a Peer Development Coordinator to promote the integration and settlement of refugees to enable them to participate fully in Scottish society. To do this, you will support a group of peer volunteers to develop and deliver a peer to peer project which will look at identify solutions to support refugees’ integration journey and to overcome barriers.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave ( Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Death in service benefit
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. We provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland. We stand up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland. Our vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and are able to achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.

Scottish Refugee Council is looking for a Training Officer to develop, market and ensure delivery of appropriate training programmes to improve practice, policy and understanding of refugees amongst key stakeholders

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave ( Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Death in service benefit
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. We provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland. We stand up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland. Our vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and are able to achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.

Scottish Refugee Council is looking for a Case Manager to improve the experience of asylum-seeking families in Scotland by working with and supporting the whole family throughout the asylum process. The role will provide end to end case management working directly with families, acting as the key worker between immigration lawyers representing the families and other agencies in the process.

The role aims to promote the integration and settlement of refugee families identifying and addressing needs, advocacy and service co-ordination to enable them to overcome barriers and fully participate in Scottish society.

Interviews: Thursday, 6th July 2023

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave ( Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Death in service benefit
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Please note that feedback can only be provided to applicants who reach the interview stage.

This post will be subject to a Basic Disclosure check.

Scottish Refugee Council is working towards being an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community, irrespective of age; disability; gender reassignment; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion and belief; sex and sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status.

Scottish Refugee Council is a Registered Charity. Charity Number: SC008639

Job Description

Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. We provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland. We stand up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland. Our vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and are able to achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.

Scottish Refugee Council is looking for an experienced Administrator to provide administrative support to the Senior Management Team (SMT) and Executive Assistant (EA) to the CEO, to ensure that the SMT are fully assisted in meeting operational deadlines.

Interviews:W/C 3rd July 2023

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave ( Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Death in service benefit
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Please note that feedback can only be provided to applicants who reach the interview stage.

This post will be subject to a Basic Disclosure check.

Scottish Refugee Council is working towards being an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community, irrespective of age; disability; gender reassignment; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion and belief; sex and sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status.

Scottish Refugee Council is a Registered Charity. Charity Number: SC008639

Job Description

Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. We provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland. We stand up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland. Our vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and are able to achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.

As a Refugee Integration Adviser you will contribute towards the delivery of the New Scots Integration: a pathway to social and economic inclusion funded through the Asylum, Integration and Migration Fund AMIF in partnership with Workers Educational Association WEA, Bridges Programmes BP and Queen Margaret University QMU.

Your role in supporting the integration of new refugees will include working directly with refugees, assessing needs, providing advice and advocacy. You will do this by coproducing a Holistic Integration plan with clear progression pathways in all areas of Integration.

You will be degree qualified or demonstrate equivalent experience, have an understanding of issues affecting asylum seekers/refugees and it is essential that you are able to work with vulnerable groups in a sensitive manner. You will have a good command of English, the ability to write clear and concise case management notes, draft correspondence and reports. You will be able to work in high pressure situations and have effective interpersonal skills including an understanding of cultural differences.

Employee benefits packageve ( Including public holiday)

• 39 days of leave ( Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Death in service benefit
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. We provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland. We stand up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland. Our vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and are able to achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk

We are looking for an experienced Fundraising Manager to join our funding development team. This is an exciting new role that will lead on our engagement with donors, communities, academia and businesses, maximising income opportunities in support of our vital work with refugees across Scotland.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of charity sector fundraising, with experience of managing teams and fundraising programmes and with proven ability to achieve income targets. They are self-motivated, influential, excited by new developments and excellent at creating and managing strong and lasting mutually beneficial relationships, while indorsing our mission and values.

Employee benefits package

Job description

• 39 days of leave ( Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Would you like to make a difference for refugees living in Scotland?

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society.

Scottish Refugee Council is looking for a Finance Team Leader to support and assist senior staff in the daily management of the Finance Department in ensuring compliance with the financial systems and controls throughout the organisation.

We are looking for proven experience of financial administration including using the SAGE ( or similar) financial system to post transactions, run reports and carry out control account reconciliations. You will also have experience in dealing with managers and budget holders at all levels to resolve and assist in their understanding of financial matters.

You will have excellent communication skills combined with an ability to work in a high-pressure situation in a rapidly changing environment. You will have excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and to produce financial information within deadlines.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave (Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Would you like to make a difference for refugees living in Scotland?

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society.

We are currently looking for a Helpline Adviser to deliver an information and advice service to refugees and asylum seekers in Scotland.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave (Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Would you like to make a difference for refugees living in Scotland?

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society.

We are looking for a creative and highly organised Programme Coordinator to work closely with our Arts and Cultural Development Officer in all aspects of planning and delivering a wide range of projects and activity. Cross Borders is a programme of arts and cultural activism, mentoring, commissioned projects and collaborations for and with artists, activists and cultural practitioners from refugee and other migrant backgrounds. The Programme Coordinator will support effective administration, network support, create regular content and resources and regularly update digital and social media platforms, including a new website.

Through our arts and culture work, we advocate for the cultural rights of refugees and asylum seekers, where the right to creative expression, the right to participate in cultural life and the right to earn a living from artistic and cultural pursuits is widely recognised and supported across society. We work to support activists, artists and cultural practitioners with lived experience of seeking refugee protection, and who explore narratives of refugee-hood, migration and identity. We do this through listening, nurturing development, visibility and representation and collaborating and facilitating connections across the arts and culture sector in Scotland.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave (Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Would you like to make a difference for refugees living in Scotland?

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society.

Refugee Festival Scotland is a unique community and arts festival dedicated to achieving positive and lasting social change. We are looking for an exceptional individual with the vision and skills to lead the festival and secure its future success.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave (Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Would you like to make a difference for refugees living in Scotland?

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society.

Refugee Festival Scotland is a unique community and arts festival dedicated to achieving positive and lasting social change. This role will support the Refugee Festival Scotland Manger in all aspects of planning and delivering a high profile, Scotland-wide annual programme of events and activities.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave (Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Scottish Refugee Council (SRC) is an independent charity, supporting people in need of refugee protection. The people they work with have fled horrific situations around the world, and come from countries where conflict is rife and human rights abuses common. When these people arrive in Scotland, a new journey begins. The UK’s asylum system is tough and takes its toll on individuals and families. Settling into a foreign country and a whole new system can be disorientating and challenging. Through SRC’s direct services, they provide practical support, advice, and a listening ear to help people rebuild their lives in a sustainable and meaningful way. SRC work with communities and community groups, they speak out against an unjust asylum system, and campaign for policy changes that make a positive difference to people’s lives. This incredible charity stands with people seeking protection and are inspired by the many ways refugee communities have enriched Scottish culture and society.

The opportunity has arisen for a Corporate Engagement Officer to join the SRC team. As the Corporate Engagement Officer, you will engage with a range of corporate organisations and partners across the UK, building mutually beneficial relationships, with the aim of maximising income to support SRC’s work with refugees in Scotland. You will be supported by the Fundraising Manager to implement a rolling programme of researching new business engagement and giving opportunities. You will work to develop and deliver pitches, plan and coordinate partner stewardship journeys, and manage your accounts to generate income as per agreed targets.

The Corporate Engagement Officer should have the ability to deliver a corporate strategy, including meeting agreed targets and objectives. Experience in business-to-business engagement and an ability to broker partnerships is a critical skill for this role. You should have a proven ability in achieving income targets as well as a track record of effective prospect research. You should have experience in copywriting and marketing across a number of channels including social media, print and broadcast media.

SRC are looking for an honest, empathetic, approachable, and enthusiastic individual to take up the Corporate Engagement Officer position. You should have the ability to work independently, with a flexible approach to working conditions. The right candidate for the role will be able to display a commitment to achieve SRC’s mission and values, as well as a willingness and ability to travel and attend weekend meetings/events, and to participate in some out of hours work on occasion. The successful candidate should hold a relevant degree or have equivalent professional experience. It would be desirable if the successful candidate was already a member of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising.

Would you like to make a difference for refugees living in Scotland?

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society.

We are currently looking for a Fundraising Officer who will contribute towards our Individual and Community Giving Programmes, maximising engagement with donors and voluntary income, in support of our vital work with refugees in Scotland.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave (Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Would you like to make a difference for refugees living in Scotland?

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society.

We are currently looking for a Helpline Advisor to deliver an information and advice service to refugees and asylum seekers in Scotland with a focus on the Ukrainian community

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave (Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Would you like to make a difference for refugees living in Scotland?

At Scottish Refugee Council we speak out in support of people seeking refugee protection. We campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system in the UK, and for a better deal for people rebuilding their lives here.

We believe the media has an important role to play in helping to achieve this. We are seeking a Media Officer to make sure journalists have access to accurate information about refugee and asylum issues and to maintain a strong voice and presence in the media in support of people seeking protection in Scotland. This is a busy and demanding role working within a complex political context. We are looking for someone with a strong background in news, either press, broadcast or as a press officer working with news within a charity or other organisation.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave (Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Would you like to make a difference for refugees living in Scotland?

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society.

We are currently looking for a Destitution Advisor to provide high quality advice for destitute asylum seekers and support access to wider services. The work will be a combination of direct service provision, telephone advice and signposting to partner organisations and statutory bodies.

Would you like to make a difference for refugees living in Scotland?

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society.

We are currently looking for a Helpline Advisor to deliver an information and advice service to refugees and asylum seekers in Scotland with a focus on the Ukrainian community

Would you like to make a difference for refugees living in Scotland?

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society.

We are currently looking for a Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to assist the SMT and other managers to implement systems, to collate data and evidence and to monitor the quarterly output targets of a large-scale European funded project for external auditing purposes.

Would you like to make a difference for refugees living in Scotland?

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society.

We are currently looking for a Learning and Development Officer to working closely with the Integration Project Managers and Senior Partnerships Manager, external partners, SRC practitioners and refugees.

Would you like to make a difference for refugees living in Scotland?

Scottish Refugee Council are looking for a Housing Development Officer to join our service teams. This will involve working closely with both operational and policy colleagues and stakeholders to improve refugees’ access to housing, and other areas of integration.

Would you like to make a difference for refugees living in Scotland?

Scottish Refugee Council are looking for a skilled Application Support Officer to join our fundraising team. This is an exciting new role that will support our engagement with our donors and supporters, improving communications and maximising their support and donations towards our vital work with refugees across Scotland.

We are looking for a self-motivated individual, with an understanding of how business application software work and how it can be configured to support the work of an organisation. They need to be good at working with people and a quick learner, who is keen to apply new skills, procedures and approaches.

You will be responsible for supporting the day to day implementation and use of fundraising and other internal databases, working with colleagues across organisation

We are currently recruiting for a full-time (36 hours per week) position in our Communities Team, based in Glasgow, on a fixed term contract. Specifically, this position will undertake:

1. The role of a Regional Integration Coordinator (RIC) for our South West region of Scotland which covers the following Local Authority areas: East Ayrshire, East Renfrewshire, Inverclyde, North Ayrshire, North Lanarkshire, Renfrewshire, South Ayrshire, and Dumfries & Galloway.
2. Co-ordinate the operation of the Regional Integration Coordinator (RIC) Team by directing, collaborating with, motivating and developing the capabilities of the RICs thus supporting the team to provide a quality service which enhances social integration for relocated refugees and asylum seekers across Scotland.

The role will help deliver relevant elements of our Strategic Priority of Collaboration. Work elements to deliver this Strategic Priority will be a mixture of funded project work and internal initiatives which augment or evolve our NewScots Connect physical and logical network of support to refugee-led and refugee-assisting organisations across Scotland involved in delivering services to refugees and asylum seekers. Our approach seeks to support these refugee-led and refugee-assisting groups to become sustainable groups capable of providing support and services to refugees and their communities.

We are looking for a person with a sound understanding of the principles and practices of community development; preferably with experience of working with refugees and with the ability to coordinate, motivate and develop a team.

In addition to having a friendly, dynamic and gregarious nature, you will need excellent communication skills both face to face and electronic as well as flexibility and adaptability to meet evolving needs. Good team working skills are essential as you will be operating remotely from your team, your manager and the other members of the Communities Team.

Although the organisation is based in Glasgow, where you live is not necessarily important, although living in our South West region would have its advantages. The expectation is that you will be required to attend meetings and events across your region.

The contracted hours of work are to be worked over seven days and may involve evening and weekend work. You will, however, be expected to work such hours as are required for the efficient and conscientious discharge of your duties and responsibilities, for which a system of flexitime applies to this role.

Scottish Refugee Council (SRC) is an independent charity, supporting people in need of refugee protection. The people they work with have fled horrific situations around the world and come from countries where conflict is rife and human rights abuses common. When these people arrive in Scotland, a new journey begins. The UK’s asylum system is tough and takes its toll on individuals and families. Settling into a foreign country and a whole new system can be disorientating and challenging.

Through SRC’s direct services, they provide practical support, advice, and a listening ear to help people rebuild their lives in a sustainable and meaningful way. SRC work with communities and community groups, they speak out against an unjust asylum system, and campaign for policy changes that make a positive difference to people’s lives. This incredible charity stands with people seeking protection and are inspired by the many ways refugee communities have enriched Scottish culture and society.

The opportunity has arisen for a Corporate Engagement and Fundraising Officer (CEFO) to join the SRC team. As the CEFO, you will engage with a range of corporate organisations and partners across the UK, building mutually beneficial relationships, with the aim of maximising income to support SRC’s work with refugees in Scotland. You will be supported by the Fundraising Manager to implement a rolling programme of researching new business engagement and giving opportunities. You will work to develop and deliver pitches, plan and coordinate partner stewardship journeys, and manage your accounts to generate income as per agreed targets. The CEFO should have the ability to deliver a corporate strategy, including meeting agreed targets and objectives. Experience in business-to-business engagement and an ability to broker partnerships is a critical skill for this role. You should have a proven ability in achieving income targets as well as a track record of effective prospect research. You should have experience in copywriting and marketing across a number of channels including social media, print and broadcast media.

SRC are looking for an honest, empathetic, approachable, and enthusiastic individual to take up the Corporate Engagement and Fundraising Officer position. You should have the ability to work independently, with a flexible approach to working conditions. The right candidate for the role will be able to display a commitment to achieve SRC’s mission and values, as well as a willingness and ability to travel and attend weekend meetings/events, and to participate in some out of hours work. The successful candidate should hold a relevant degree or have equivalent professional experience.

Scottish Refugee Council (SRC) is an independent charity, supporting people in need of refugee protection. The people they work with have fled horrific situations around the world and come from countries where conflict is rife and human rights abuses common. When these people arrive in Scotland, a new journey begins. The UK’s asylum system is tough and takes its toll on individuals and families. Settling into a foreign country and a whole new system can be disorientating and challenging.

Through SRC’s direct services, they provide practical support, advice, and a listening ear to help people rebuild their lives in a sustainable and meaningful way. SRC work with communities and community groups, they speak out against an unjust asylum system, and campaign for policy changes that make a positive difference to people’s lives. This incredible charity stands with people seeking protection and are inspired by the many ways refugee communities have enriched Scottish culture and society.

The opportunity has arisen for a Fundraising Manager to join the SRC team. Working as part of the Funding Development department, you will manage and co-ordinate individual, community and corporate fundraising programmes within SRC, with the goal of securing financial support for SRC’s vital work with refugees across Scotland. You will line manage and support fundraising staff and volunteers, work closely with colleagues across the organisation as well as engage externally with supporters, donors, communities, academics, and corporate partners. Working with Head of Funding Development, you will support the development and implementation of the fundraising strategy and operational plans.

The Fundraising Manager will have the ability to motivate donors, volunteers and staff, utilising quality pitching, and a passion for the mission and values of SRC. You will have strong leadership and decision-making abilities, as well as an ability to cultivate perseverance in yourself and others. The Fundraising Manager will have an outgoing personality, enjoying direct communication with donors, and an ability to lead SRC to high performance. You should also be educated to higher level or above, possess a minimum of three years fundraising, sales or marketing experience, and have experience in managing diverse fundraising portfolios. You should have an ability to network within companies at a senior level and demonstrate a thorough understanding of corporate fundraising techniques.

Scottish Refugee Council (SRC) is an independent charity, supporting people in need of refugee protection. The people they work with have fled horrific situations around the world and come from countries where conflict is rife and human rights abuses common. When these people arrive in Scotland, a new journey begins. The UK’s asylum system is tough and takes its toll on individuals and families. Settling into a foreign country and a whole new system can be disorientating and challenging.

Through SRC’s direct services, they provide practical support, advice, and a listening ear to help people rebuild their lives in a sustainable and meaningful way. SRC work with communities and community groups, they speak out against an unjust asylum system, and campaign for policy changes that make a positive difference to people’s lives. This incredible charity stands with people seeking protection and are inspired by the many ways refugee communities have enriched Scottish culture and society. Scottish Refugee Council is looking to recruit a new Individual Giving Officer to join their remarkable team. Working as part of the Funding Development department, you will deliver SRC’s Individual Giving Programme, maximising engagement with donors and voluntary income in support of the charities' vital work with refugees across Scotland.

The successful candidate will develop high quality relationships with members and donors, implementing a tailored donor acquisition, retention, development and acknowledgement programme. You will also support the implementation of fundraising and public appeals for the purpose of raising unrestricted and restricted funds, whilst engaging new supporters and members. The Individual Giving Officer will also produce a strong and compelling case for support, fundraising information and materials for a wide range of audiences, supporting communications and marketing activities.

Scottish Refugee Council’s new Individual Giving Officer will have a strong understanding of equal opportunities and an empathy for refugees. You will have an outgoing personality, an enjoyment for direct communication with potential donors and an ability to understand, exhibit and implement excellent customer care and behaviour. You will be able to work on your own initiative, meeting tight deadlines and achieving income targets. Your IT skills will be exceptional, and you will possess creative and strong copywriting skills. The Individual Giving Manager will be educated to degree level or have equivalent professional experience.

Scottish Refugee Council Humanitarian Integration Services in Dundee is looking to recruit for an experienced Administrator.

Overall Job Purpose

To provide administrative support for the team based in Dundee and support project development to increase the efficiency of administrative systems and processes.

Key duties will include providing secretarial and administrative support for the team, undertaking and co-ordinating projects, events and providing effective database management.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave (Including public holiday)

• Cycle to work scheme

• Eye care scheme

• Enhanced pension scheme

• Flexible working options

• Coaching and counselling service

• Death in service benefit

• Training and development opportunities

• Other enhanced pay benefits

Scottish Refugee Council is looking for advisors to work with and support new families settling in Dundee. You will be welcoming individuals and families displaced individuals and families to develop their own person-centred Integration action plans and pathways to achieve their aspirations.

In this role, you will be a vital member of the team working directly with people on a one-to-one. You will provide support, information and guidance to help individuals to make informed choices, access their rights and understand their responsibilities.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is committed to support people to achieve their own goals, has experience of working with people whose first language is not English, as well as having knowledge of the systems. You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills combined with an ability to work in a high-pressure situation in a rapidly changing environment. In addition, you will have to be able to work on your own initiative, have excellent organisational skills and be a confident user of IT systems.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave (Including public holiday)

• Cycle to work scheme

• Eye care scheme

• Enhanced pension scheme

• Flexible working options

• Coaching and counselling service

• Death in service benefit

• Training and development opportunities

• Other enhanced pay benefits

Scottish Refugee Council is looking for advisors to work with and support new families settling in Dundee through the Ukrainian schemes. You will be welcoming individuals and families displaced individuals and families to develop their own person-centred Integration action plans and pathways to achieve their aspirations.

In this role, you will be a vital member of the team working directly with people on a one-to-one. You will provide support, information and guidance to help individuals to make informed choices, access their rights and understand their responsibilities.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is committed to support people to achieve their own goals, has experience of working with people whose first language is not English, as well as having knowledge of the systems. You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills combined with an ability to work in a high-pressure situation in a rapidly changing environment. In addition, you will have to be able to work on your own initiative, have excellent organisational skills and be a confident user of IT systems.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave ( Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Death in service benefit
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. We provide advice and support to people seeking refugee protection in Scotland and campaign for a fair and humane asylum system. We are currently recruiting a HR Administrator to join our HR and Corporate Services Team.

The successful candidate will maintain both electronic and hard copy human resources (HR) records for the organisation, and co-ordinate the administration of staff recruitment, through to the drafting and issuing of contracts. Assist in the development of administrative procedures and systems to increase the efficiency of HR administrative systems and processes. Assist in the production of statistical HR reports.

We are looking for an experienced HR administrator that can work well under pressure and at pace, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines for a busy Human Resources department.

You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and have a sound knowledge of administrative processes. You will be a team player and able to work on your own initiative while dealing with a range of conflicting demands.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave (Including public holiday)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Coaching and counselling service
• Training and development opportunities
• Other enhanced pay benefits

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society. We are enhancing and expanding our advice services and have new exciting opportunities to join our organisation and contribute to improve lives for those fleeing atrocities and looking to make Scotland their home.

You will be working with and supporting the new Scots to build their lives in Scotland by providing one to one casework so people can understand, access and exercise their rights; including Welfare right benefits, safe and suitable accommodation, health care system, the labour market to be able to look for and find jobs, access English language support if required, legal status and pathways to citizenship. You will do this by working directly with refugees from a range of backgrounds, including those who recently arrived from Ukraine and Afghanistan. Assessing their needs, providing advice and advocacy and develop a holistic integration plan with clear progression pathways in all areas of Integration.

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society. We are enhancing and expanding our advice services and have new exciting opportunities to join our organisation and contribute to improve lives for those fleeing atrocities and looking to make Scotland their home.

In response to the Ukrainian crisis we are expanding our Integration service capacity to work with and support those arriving to Scotland access their rights and achieve their Integration aspirations.

We are looking for an experienced operational service manager to lead a team of advisers to work with and support refugees and their families building their lives in Scotland.

You will be responsible for line managing a team of 5 Integration advisers. You will also work with key partners ensure effective referral systems to improve integration outcomes for newly arrived families.

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society. We are enhancing and expanding our advice services and have new exciting opportunities to join our organisation and contribute to improve lives for those fleeing atrocities and looking to make Scotland their home.

You will be responsible for all aspects involved in the operational running of Scottish Refugee Council free confidential Helpline services. You will manage a team of up to 7 helpline advisers providing information, initial triage and assistance to all callers. You will work with managers across the services and wider SRC teams to ensure effective referral systems to improve outcomes for service users we work with and support.

You will manage a new expended team of Helpline advisers as part of the wider advice services team, and is expected to lead on establishing the project, defining, mobilising and implementing systems to ensure successful and impactful service delivery.

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society. We are enhancing and expanding our advice services and have new exciting opportunities to join our organisation and contribute to improve lives for those fleeing atrocities and looking to make Scotland their home.

This post holder will provide high quality casework and support to homeless and destitute asylum seekers in order to mitigate isolation and help them identify a resolution to their situation. Support and accommodation needed to enable this will be co-ordinated with partners. You will be working on one to one basis with service users, assess their situation and needs and work with them and their legal representatives to identify the best course of action to get them out of destitution.

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society. We are enhancing and expanding our advice services and have new exciting opportunities to join our organisation and contribute to improve lives for those fleeing atrocities and looking to make Scotland their home.

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been supporting and advocating for the rights of refugees since 1985. Our work involves the provision of services and support to refugees, advocating and campaigning for change and improvements to legislation and policy in Scotland and the UK and supporting the integration of refugees into society. We are enhancing and expanding our advice services and have new exciting opportunities to join our organisation and contribute to improve lives for those fleeing atrocities and looking to make Scotland their home.

As Scotland prepares to welcome thousands of people fleeing the war in Ukraine, the Scottish Refugee Council has never been busier or more needed. This year our turnover will be in excess of £4M and our team will be 90 staff and 80 volunteers. We are now seeking new Board members with experience in HR, employment, finance and technology to support the governance of the organisation in this period of growth and rapid change.

As a national charity providing help and advice to people from the refugee and asylum-seeking community in Scotland and advocating for their rights, our vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. We campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system in the UK and for a better deal for people rebuilding their lives here. We coordinate the annual Refugee Festival, which takes place in June and work in close partnership with other organisations on advocacy, campaigns and service delivery. We are committed to strengthening refugee voice and influence and aim for our Board, staff and volunteers to reflect the communities we work with. We therefore particularly welcome applicants from refugee backgrounds.

As a number of Board members reach the end of their current term this year, we are seeking new members with skills in one or more of the following areas: HR, employment law, employee relations, finance and IT. In addition, we welcome applicants with a background in public affairs, communications, research, policy and fundraising. You may have learnt these skills through education, through the workplace or through voluntary work. However, a passion for the rights and welfare of refugees and a willingness to bring your experience to the role are what matter most. All new Board Members will be offered induction and mentoring support.

The Board meets 4 times a year in Glasgow and we are investing to support virtual as well as in-person attendance. You will also attend an annual Strategy Away Day and our AGM in October. You will be expected where possible to take part in one of the three sub-committees (Finance and Audit, Staffing, Strategy and Development) and encouraged to attend community and campaign events when you can. This role is unpaid but travel and out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed.

Information about current Board members can be found using this link: scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk/about/team

We are currently recruiting a full-time (36 hours per week) Community Development Officer to join our Communities Team, based in Glasgow, on a 12-month contract commencing in April 2022. Specifically, this role will focus on our approach to community learning and development. As a consequence, the role will directly contribute to two of our core strategic objectives:

• to collaborate with refugees and refugee communities through a skills training programme; and,
• to develop a culture of learning and evidence across the organisations.

Our approach seeks to support refugee-led and refugee-assisting groups across Scotland to engage in learning, both formal training and experiential, with a focus on bringing about change in their organisations as well as the communities they serve. By providing capacity building across the entire range of processes needed by refugee groups to attract funding; organise, deliver and evaluate their organisation, its services and projects; and learning from their and others’ experience, we endeavour to raise attainment for all, build sustainable groups and support community empowerment.

We are looking for a person with either a qualification in community development or equivalent experience; preferably with experience of working with refugees.

As this is a 12-month project you will need to make an immediate contribution to the design and development of the community learning and development approach. In addition to having a friendly, dynamic and gregarious nature, you will need excellent communication skills both face to face and electronic as well as flexibility and adaptability to meet evolving needs. Good team working skills are essential as you will be operating remotely from the refugee organisations, your manager and the other members of the Communities Team.

The contracted hours of work are to be worked over seven days and may involve evening and weekend work. You will, however, be expected to work such hours as are required for the efficient and conscientious discharge of your duties and responsibilities, for which a system of flexitime applies to this role.

Afghan Citizens’ Information Service (ACIS) - Pilot

Scottish Refugee Council are delighted to announce that we have received an award from The National Lottery Community Fund, made possible by National Lottery players, to establish the Afghan Citizens’ Information Service.

Hundreds of Afghans seeking safety from the regime change in their home country are being relocated to Scotland under various relocation and resettlement schemes, announced by the UK Government. The majority of Local Authorities in Scotland have engaged in the Afghan resettlement schemes and several have already received families in their communities. As a result, there is a demand from individuals, communities and refugee supporting organisations for information, advice and practical support.

To address this issue, we intend to establish a pilot Information Line service which will operate for 12 months to provide social integration information to newly arrived Afghans. The service will be operated by individuals with lived experiences and fluent in Dari and Pashto as front-line staff for the service.

In January 2022 we will be looking to recruit the necessary personnel to establish and operate the pilot service.

As part of the Afghan Citizens’ Information Service we currently recruiting an Information Line Co-ordinator (full time 36 hours per week) to join our Communities Team based in Glasgow on a fixed term contract up to 31/3/2023. This position is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund, made possible by National Lottery players.

We are looking for a person, preferably with a qualification at degree level; or with a sound understanding of the principles and practice of community development and preferably with experience of working with refugees and asylum seekers.

You should have some project and/or service management experience, ideally in the set-up and operation of a call centre type environment and be flexible and adaptable to meet evolving needs whilst being able to deliver to fixed deadlines.

It is currently understood that the Service will be delivered from Glasgow which will be your base location. Good team management skills will be essential as you will be operating remotely from the project, the call-handlers, your manager and your colleagues.

Working in the evening and weekends is occasionally required for which we operate a flexi-time policy.

Afghan Citizens’ Information Service (ACIS) - Pilot

Scottish Refugee Council are delighted to announce that we have received an award from The National Lottery Community Fund, made possible by National Lottery players, to establish the Afghan Citizens’ Information Service.

Hundreds of Afghans seeking safety from the regime change in their home country are being relocated to Scotland under various relocation and resettlement schemes, announced by the UK Government. The majority of Local Authorities in Scotland have engaged in the Afghan resettlement schemes and several have already received families in their communities. As a result, there is a demand from individuals, communities and refugee supporting organisations for information, advice and practical support.

To address this issue, we intend to establish a pilot Information Line service which will operate for 12 months to provide social integration information to newly arrived Afghans. The service will be operated by individuals with lived experiences and fluent in Dari and Pashtu as front-line staff for the service.

We are currently recruiting a number of Information Line Call-handlers (part time maximum 21.6 hours per week, but negotiable for people who want to work less hours) to join our Communities Team based in Glasgow on a fixed term contract up to 31/3/2023. These positions are funded by the National Lottery Community Fund, made possible by National Lottery players.

We are looking for people with a General Education to GCSE / Standard Grade or equivalent level and a good command of the English language, both verbal and written. In addition, we are looking for people with a lived experience of seeking refuge in Scotland who want to help others with similar experiences to settle in their new homes. Ideally, you will be fluent in Dari and/or Pashto.

Initially, the service will operate between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday and will be delivered with the call-handlers, once trained, working from home. We will evolve the service, if and when required, to extend these hours allowing you to work more flexibly around family and other commitments.

We are looking for people who are friendly, committed and diligent but also willing to be flexible and adaptable to meet the evolving needs of the service.

It is currently understood that the Service will be delivered from Glasgow which will be your base location. Good personal and time management skills will be essential as you will be operating remotely from the project, your fellow call-handlers, your manager and your colleagues.

Scottish Refugee Council is currently recruiting a part-time Integration Assistant (28.8 hours) to provide administrative support for the delivery of an integration programme under the European Union Asylum, Migration & Integration Fund (AMIF).

The job holder will be required to be highly reliable and organised to provide administrative support to the AMIF project and to increase the efficiency of systems and processes. This will require excellent administration and communication skills, with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).

Key duties will include database management as well as secretarial, administration and events support.

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been working with and supporting refugees, advocating for the rights since 1985.

We have started a new exciting pilot project working with new families and children from the start to the end of the asylum process. The aim of this approach is to inform improvements to existing immigration advice systems, foster collaboration across the many partners in the asylum and welfare systems and test the concept for a longer-term case management solution in the context of both UK asylum and Scottish welfare and legal systems

We are looking for experienced enthusiastic individuals to join our amazing teams and help supporting those who come to Scotland seeking protection.

Do you have case management experience in working with families and children?

Scottish Refugee Council are looking for three experienced and enthusiastic individuals to join our work in supporting families who come to Scotland to seek protection. As part of our new Case Management Pilot, this role will provide a fantastic opportunity to work with families and children, and in collaboration with a range of partners to test the concept for a longer-term case management solution in the context of both UK asylum and Scottish legal and welfare systems.

We are looking for someone with proven experience of family case management; trained or registered with OISC level 2; experienced in working with vulnerable people on high pressure situations; has a good understanding of issues affecting asylum seekers and refugees as well as the legal and support framework provisions for these families.

This post will be subject to a PVG Registration.

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been working with and supporting refugees, advocating for the rights since 1985.

We have started a new exciting pilot project working with new families and children from the start to the end of the asylum process. The aim of this approach is to inform improvements to existing immigration advice systems, foster collaboration across the many partners in the asylum and welfare systems and test the concept for a longer-term case management solution in the context of both UK asylum and Scottish welfare and legal systems

We are looking for experienced enthusiastic individuals to join our amazing teams and help supporting those who come to Scotland seeking protection.

Do you have experience in monitoring and evaluating projects that seek to influence long term change?

We are looking for an experienced Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to work in our Services Department to coordinate the monitoring and evaluation of the new Case Management Pilot, working with colleagues, partners and external evaluators. This role will provide a fantastic opportunity to work with a multicultural team, contributing to collective learning and in collaboration with a range of partners to evidence and make the case for a longer-term case management solution in the context of both UK asylum and Scottish legal and welfare systems.

You will be expected to be able to use a wide range of evaluation methods, manage large quantitative and qualitative datasets and have strong analytical skills to apply findings to a professional context. The post holder will also have excellent communication, team working and partnership working skills combined with an ability to work in a high-pressure situation in a rapidly changing environment as well as ability to deliver to fixed deadlines.

We are currently recruiting a part time Community Development Officer to join our Communities Team who work across Scotland. This role, based in Perth city will specifically, support the delivery of the Afghan Locally Employed Staff (LES) Relocation Scheme service for Perth and Kinross Council. The service will complement the work of the Local Authority and the Home Office and will ensure that people resettling in Perth & Kinross have the best possible introduction to life in this area.

We are looking for a person with either a qualification in community development or equivalent experience; or a sound understanding of the principles and practice of community development, preferably with experience of working with refugees and asylum seekers. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills both face to face and electronic, be flexible and adaptable to meet evolving needs and be able to deliver to fixed deadlines. Bilingual in Dari and/or Pashto is desirable.

Working in the evening and weekends is occasionally required for this role.

Scottish Refugee Council is looking for an Employment Project worker to support the delivery of its Employment project by meeting with individuals to complete an assessment action plan which includes identifying barriers, supporting needs and opportunities to progress towards employment.

In this role, you will be a vital member of the team working directly with people on a one-to-one and will also support the delivery of employers focused training session. You will provide support, information and guidance to help individuals to make informed choices.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is committed to support people to achieve their own goals, has experience of working with people whose first language is not English, as well as having knowledge of the employment and education process. You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills combined with an ability to work in a high-pressure situation in a rapidly changing environment. In addition, you will have to be able to work on your own initiative, have excellent organisational skills and be a confident user of IT systems.

You will be working with employers, and working closely with the Employment Support Officer, other colleagues and partners to provide a holistic service.

Scottish Refugee Council is an independent human rights charity that has been working with and supporting refugees, advocating for the rights since 1985.

We are looking for an experienced enthusiastic individual to support longer term integration of refugees settled in Dundee through providing one to one support to newly arrived refugee families. The post holder will report to the Senior Humanitarian Integration Support worker and work with the other support workers in providing welcome and orientation support and work with refugees to develop and co-produce person centred Integration plans capturing refugees’ goals and identify clear pathways to achieve these goals.

Your role in supporting the integration of new refugee families will include working directly with refugees, assessing needs, providing advice and advocacy, facilitating group work and support the learning of the service. You will work with a range of partners and organisations. In particular you will be working with Dundee partnership

You will be degree qualified or able to demonstrate relevant advice experience, understand issues affecting asylum seekers/refugees and it is essential that you are able to work with vulnerable groups in a sensitive manner. You will have a good command of English, the ability to write clear and concise case management notes, draft correspondence and reports, good ICT skills and have experience of working with groups. You will be able to work in high pressure situations and have effective interpersonal skills including an understanding of cultural differences.

This post will be subject to a PVG Registration and you will be working towards OISC registration.

You will be working from home initially, but face to face support in Dundee will be required.

The project will build on previous social connections and integration research and link to the Scottish Refugee Council Integration Service. The project outcomes will focus on selecting, training and supporting volunteer peer to increase knowledge of and access to services with the aim to improve refugees’ access to services and knowledge of rights and entitlements.

In this role, you will be a vital member of the team working directly with peer volunteers on a one-to-one to support the delivery of a peer to peer project. You will provide support, information and guidance to peer volunteers to ensure delivery of an effective peer to peer project.

This is a great opportunity for someone who has experience of working with vulnerable groups and working with people whose first language is not English, as well as having knowledge of the peer to peer methods of learning and development. You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills combined with an ability to work in a high-pressure situation in a rapidly changing environment. In addition, you will have to be able to work on your own initiative, have excellent organisational skills and be a confident user of IT systems.

You will be working with peers with lived experience of the asylum system, and working closely with the Housing Development Officer, other colleagues and partners to provide a peer to peer project, which complements our holistic service.

We are looking for a creative and highly organised Programme Coordinator to work closely with our Arts and Cultural Development Officer in all aspects of planning, scheduling and delivering an ambitious range of events and projects. Supported by Comic Relief Change Makers, Cross Borders is a new three-year programme of arts and cultural activism, thematic events, mentoring, funding and collaborations for and with artists, activists and cultural practitioners from refugee and other migrant backgrounds. The programme aims to facilitate a peer solidarity network of practitioners, influence long term social change, increase professional and social connections, increase public awareness of refugee rights, and counter negative narratives around refugees and other migrants.

Through our arts and culture work, we advocate for the cultural rights of refugees and asylum seekers, where the right to creative expression, the right to participate in cultural life and the right to earn a living from artistic and cultural pursuits is widely recognised and supported across society. We work to support activists, artists and cultural practitioners with lived experience of seeking refugee protection, and who explore narratives of refugee-hood, migration and identity. We do this through listening, nurturing development, visibility and representation and collaborating and facilitating connections across the arts and culture sector in Scotland.

Scottish Refugee Council Humanitarian Integration Services in Dundee is looking to recruit for an experienced Administrator.

Overall Job Purpose

To provide administrative support for the team based in Dundee and support project development to increase the efficiency of administrative systems and processes.

Key duties will include providing secretarial and administrative support for the team, undertaking and co-ordinating projects, events and providing effective database management.