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Job opening for Grassroots Heritage in Scotland project officer

The Scottish Community Heritage Alliance (SCHA) is looking for a Grassroots Heritage in Scotland project officer.

The Scottish Community Heritage Alliance (SCHA) is looking for a Grassroots Heritage in Scotland project officer.

The successful applicant will:

  • Identify contact details of heritage organisations and projects, building on contacts and links already compiled by SCHA.
  • Organise 12 regional roadshows where grassroots organisations, museums, community trusts working on heritage projects and individual projects will be invited to come together to promote their group and to discuss issues common to all.
  • Design publicity material and publicise widely, including on the SCHA website and social media.
  • Organise and facilitate six online meetings where people can meet to discuss issues and further network.
  • Organise three online training sessions based on feedback which has emerged from the roadshows.
  • Work with an independent evaluator to provide details to evaluate the project.

The post is part-time (four days a week) and applicants should have excellent organisational skills as the post requires a substantial amount of administration and monitoring.

The successful candidate will be home-based, and a laptop and phone will be provided. There will also be substantial travel to support delivery of the roadshows.

Anyone interested should send a full CV and covering letter detailing how they meet the essential criteria and any desirable characteristics to scha.alliance@gmail.com by 5pm on May 3, 2024.

They should also send contact details of two referees and whether they may be contacted before an interview.


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