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  • Befriending Coordinator - Fife Voluntary Action

    Created: 19/06/2025
    News/Events Category: Job Vacancies


    Post: Befriending Coordinator
    Organisation: Fife Voluntary Action (FVA)
    Contract: Permanent
    Hours: 25 hours per week
    Salary: £29,000 per annum pro rata plus Living Pension – 9% employer, 3% employee contribution
    Location: Glenrothes

     

    Fife Voluntary Action (FVA) is looking for a Coordinator to oversee our Befriending Project, Kingdom Companions. This is a short-term goal-specific service with the aim of reducing social isolation and increasing community participation amongst adults throughout Fife.

    You will recruit, select, train, and support volunteers, matching them with potential service users. You will also network with partner organisations to promote the service as well as the benefits of volunteering.

    About you

    FVA is looking for someone who has a background in community development. You will have experience of working with, motivating, and supporting volunteers effectively.

    It’s essential that you are confident in delivering presentations and engaging with stakeholders, with excellent customer service skills. You should be organised and efficient, with a personal commitment to equal opportunities.

    An understanding of the voluntary or charitable sector is desirable.

    Benefits

    Benefits of working for FVA include:

    • 37 days’ annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) for full-time staff, pro rata for part-time staff
    • Free onsite parking in Glenrothes and Kirkcaldy
    • Confidential counselling helpline
    • Access to unlimited, free GP appointments 24/7 via remote technology

    How to apply

    Click here for the job description and person specification, as well as the job application form and guidance document.

    Please complete the job application form and e-mail it to [email protected]

    Interviews will be held week commencing 07 July 2025.

    The closing date for applications is 11.59pm on Sunday 06 July 2025.




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