Violence Against Women Project Support Officer - SBO09564

Scottish Borders Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in the Scottish Borders seeks an individual to support the development and delivery of the Equally Safe strategy addressing Violence Against Women and Girls. The role requires strong project management and collaboration with multiple agencies. Essential qualifications include a relevant degree or diploma, alongside a driving licence. This permanent position offers 21 hours of work per week with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree or diploma level in a relevant discipline or evidence of experience or ability.
• A current driving licence and use of a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of the Scottish Government Equally Safe strategy.
• Work collaboratively with Violence Against Women & Girls Partnership members.
• Support partner agencies to tackle gender based violence through project management.

Education

Degree or diploma level in a relevant discipline

Job description

Job Details

Grade: 7A

Hourly Rate: £17.78 - £19.51

Salary: £32,465.07 - £35,622.32 per annum

Contract Duration: Permanent

Hours: 21 hours per week

Online interviews are on Monday 8th December 2025 - those invited to interview will be asked to deliver a 10min presentation on the benefits and challenges of partnership working and ways in which the role can help address some of the challenges88

Role Purpose

You will support the development and delivery of the Scottish Government Equally Safe strategy and policy relating to tackling Violence Against Women and Girls in Scottish Borders. You will work collaboratively with the Scottish Borders Violence Against Women & Girls Partnership members and the VAWG strategic lead.

An exciting opportunity in the Scottish Borders to support partner agencies to tackle gender based violence through strong project management, delivery of an effective Equally Safe Strategy and linking Scottish Borders to national initiatives. The role is varied and will provide a range of opportunities for professional development in coordination, strategy development, consultation, performance management, workforce development, community engagement, governance and awareness raising

Essential

Educated to degree or diploma level in a relevant discipline or evidence of experience or ability

A current driving licence and use of a vehicle is an essential requirement of this post. * If you have a disability which precludes you from holding a drivers licence, Scottish Borders Council will take into account its responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to allow for your disability. Should it be possible to make such an adjustment in order that you can undertake the travel responsibilities of the post, this will be taken into account in consideration for this role. Category B.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Andrea Beavon at [e-mail].

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.