Cat Welfare Engagement Lead - Community Change & Outreach

Cats Protection; Kirkintilloch; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing support

Flexible working options

Learning and development opportunities

26 days annual leave plus bank hols

Job summary

Cats Protection in Central Scotland is seeking a Cat Welfare Engagement Officer to improve cat welfare by influencing human behaviour and leading community projects. You will build strong relationships with local vets, animal welfare officers, community leaders and volunteers, coordinating with internal teams to align aims and amplify impact.

The role offers flexible working, 26 days’ annual leave, a contributory pension, health and wellbeing support, learning opportunities and travel across the

Qualifications

• Proven experience of leading operationally on community projects within a charity setting.
• Experience applying human behaviour change principles to drive improvements in community settings.
• Understanding of the charity sector and experience working with volunteers.
• Knowledge of devolved nations' communities and culture, especially regarding animal welfare and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Improve the lives of cats by working with people and organisations to influence behaviours.
• Lead a plan that promotes better cat welfare through human behaviour change.
• Build relationships with local vets, animal welfare officers, community leaders and volunteers, coordinating with internal teams.
• Act as a visible ambassador for Cats Protection at events and meetings to raise awareness and support.

Skills

Community project leadership

Behaviour change principles

Volunteer coordination

Devolved nations awareness

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Cats Protection in Central Scotland is seeking a Cat Welfare Engagement Officer to improve cat welfare by influencing human behaviour and leading community projects. You will build strong relationships with local vets, animal welfare officers, community leaders and volunteers, coordinating with internal teams to align aims and amplify impact.

The role offers flexible working, 26 days’ annual leave, a contributory pension, health and wellbeing support, learning opportunities and travel across the