Strategic Third Sector Partnerships Lead - Flexible Working

The City of Edinburgh Council; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking a proactive Third Sector Development Officer for the Waverley Court area on a fixed-term basis through 29 November 2029. The role focuses on ensuring the Third Sector has an equal voice in shaping how Neighbourhood Prevention Partnerships engage with local communities to prevent poverty and support thriving communities.

You will strengthen links between Third Sector organisations, communities and NPP teams, acting as a bridge to align priorities, support

Qualifications

• Experience in developing relationships with Third Sector organisations.
• Ability to build inclusive participation and voice for diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Build and strengthen connections between Third Sector organisations, communities and NPPs.
• Act as a link between Third Sector and NPP central team to align priorities.
• Support evaluation activities and provide Third Sector perspectives.
• Contribute to reporting and communications reflecting Third Sector viewpoints.
• Foster inclusion by engaging underrepresented communities in NPP activity.
• Help integrate Third Sector funded work into NPP priorities and delivery.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Partnership development

Community engagement

Collaboration with health & council

Job description

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking a proactive Third Sector Development Officer for the Waverley Court area on a fixed-term basis through 29 November 2029. The role focuses on ensuring the Third Sector has an equal voice in shaping how Neighbourhood Prevention Partnerships engage with local communities to prevent poverty and support thriving communities.

You will strengthen links between Third Sector organisations, communities and NPP teams, acting as a bridge to align priorities, support