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voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering

Working with FVA

  • This page shows our current vacancies, gives information about what it's like to work for FVA and links to the relevant documents to enable you to apply to work with FVA.


    Benefits of Working for FVA

    We think there's lots of reasons and benefits for people to choose to come and work here at FVA. We think people will enjoy working in an organisation that is committed to doing the best for the people of Fife, values their people and operates with integrity and honesty. Anybody joining FVA will be working alongside supportive, professional and committed colleagues. FVA has a proven track record of delivering outcomes, partnership working and improving communities in Fife.

    Here's a list of key benefits that FVA employees enjoy:
    • We're committed to always paying above the voluntary Real Living Wage (we're an accredited Real Living Wage employer)
    • 8% pension, with the organisation contributing 7%
    • 37 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) for full-time staff, pro rated for part-time staff
    • Organisational sick pay after probationary period, topping up statutory sick pay to full-pay and then half-pay for longer absences (length of cover increases based on length of service)
    • Additional pay for parental leave, over and above statutory maternity/paternity pay
    • Flexible working practices including home/office working and working patterns
    • Free onsite parking (except Dunfermline, free parking there is a 6-8 minute walk)
    • Significantly reduced gym membership at Fife Sports & Leisure Trust, covering all of their facilities in Fife
    • Salary sacrifice scheme for electric vehicles
    • Cycle to Work scheme membership
    • Access to unlimited, free GP appointments 24/7 via remote technology
    • Confidential counselling helpline (also 24/7)
    • A large range of employee perks such as discounts at online and traditional retailers (including Tesco, Sainsburys, Argos etc.)
    • Free Amazon vouchers or other perks throughout the year
    • Payroll savings scheme with Kingdom Community Bank



    Current Vacancies


    Important notes relating to our vacancies:
    When advertising for a position we state our preference in terms of full-time and part-time, the number of hours and so on. Furthermore, the detail of the requirements listed in the job descriptions are guidelines and there are often close alternatives, transferable skills etc. that we would be more than happy to take into account.

    If you would like to find out more information about any role before applying, please contact Corinna on 01592 760721 to arrange an informal chat.


    Volunteering Development Officer (part-time)

    Part-time, 21 hours per week
    Location: Kirkcaldy, with the option for some home-working by agreement
    Closing date for applications: 11.59pm on Sunday 09 June 2024
    Interview date: Tuesday 18 June
    Job description and person specification


    Volunteering Development Officer (full-time)

    Full-time, 35 hours per week
    Location: Kirkcaldy, with the option for some home-working by agreement
    Closing date for applications: 11.59pm on Sunday 09 June 2024
    Interview date: Tuesday 18 June
    Job description and person specification


    Befriending Co-ordinator

    Part-time, 25 hours per week
    Location: Kirkcaldy, with the option for some home-working by agreement
    Closing date for applications: 11.59pm on Sunday 09 June 2024
    Interview date: Wednesday 19 June
    Job description and person specification




    Forms

    Job application form - Word document
    Guidance document - support to complete the Application Form - PDF file
    This Guidance document also includes the Data Protection Privacy Notice for job applicants.

This page was last updated on 09 April 2024.
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  • We're a flexibile employer

    We are always happy to hear from potential applicants who would wish to discuss flexibility for the vacancies we're advertising. In all cases, we will carefully consider variations to the number of hours, the working pattern, the location and so on. Please contact us to discuss further: e-mail or call us on 01592 760721 during normal business hours.



    Need help?

    If you need help to apply for a vacancy, or want more information about a vacancy then please do get in touch - e-mail or call us on 01592 760721 during normal business hours.



    Application Form

    The application form and a guidance document on how to complete our application form can be found at the bottom of the page.