Govan Community Project | SC042012 | SC390721 |
If we have more than one vacancy that you think your skills are a good match for, then we encourage you to apply for all relevant opportunities. Diversity empowers communities and ours is no different. If your skills don’t fit into one box, then we won’t put them there. Apply for all roles that you think fit.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We are committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are and we welcome applications from individuals with a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, who have the relevant skills for the role advertised. Some inclusive working options we can offer are flexible working and tailored wellbeing support.
We particularly welcome applications from individuals with lived experience of the UK Asylum/Immigration system.
We are proud to be a member of the Experts by Experience Employment Initiative (www.ebeemployment.org.uk), which aims to increase representation of people with lived experience in the charitable sector. Please feel free to use information and resources which may help in preparing your job application here or contact us by email (recruitment@govancommunityproject.org.uk) or phone (01414453718).
Why join us?
- An opportunity to use your skills for meaningful change
- Be part of a supportive, values-led team
- Work collaboratively with a diverse and inspiring community
- Contribute to work that challenges injustice and builds community
Working with us:
- Office based in Govan with good public transport links
- Opportunities for blended working in some roles (following satisfactory probationary review)
- 35 days annual leave (pro rata including 6 floating public holiday days)
- Contractual sick pay
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Team Wellbeing activities
- Occasional evening or weekend work may be required in some roles
Govan Community Project currently has the following opportunities:
Operational Assistant
Office Based Role
21 hours per week
Core Hours: Mon-Wed 9am-3:30pm, Thur 9am-1:30pm
Flexibility for occasional ad-hoc cover on a Friday is desirable but not essential
£15,246 per annum pro rata’d (FTE £25,410)
Are you a welcoming and organised administrator passionate about social justice and ready to use
your skills to create a safe, supportive space for people seeking safety in Glasgow?
We are looking for a reliable, compassionate, and efficient Operational Assistant who can be the
welcoming first point of contact for visitors to our Govan office and provide administrative support
across our team.
Any informal enquiries regarding the role or the application process should be directed to Traci Kirkland, Chief Executive by email: Traci@govancommunityproject.org.uk.
The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 27th September 2026. No late applications will be considered.
To access the application pack, please complete our screening questionnaire here.- In this role we are looking for someone who:
- Has prior experience in a reception or administrative role
- Can create a safe and welcoming environment for all office visitors
- Is confident in their ability to communicate with individuals experiencing language barriers with patience and empathy
- Is confident in handling telephone enquiries, signposting callers to relevant staff/external services
- Has excellent organisational and time management skills to manage generic inboxes and support colleagues with administrative tasks ● Possesses a basic understanding of the challenges faced by members of the asylum and refugee community
- Feels confident to support volunteer receptionists with onboarding and rota schedules
Grants and Trusts Fundraiser
14 hours per week
£13,075 per annum pro rata’d (FTE £28,367)
We are looking for a grants and trusts fundraiser who can transform human stories into powerful funding proposals. Your work will directly secure a combination of project and unrestricted funding needed to keep our essential services sustainable.
If you feel you have the required skill sets for both fundraising roles, you are invited to apply for both roles individually and the application process will enable you to express an interest in the potential of creating a single 28 hour role.
Any informal enquiries regarding the role or the application process should be directed to Traci Kirkland, Chief Executive by email: Traci@govancommunityproject.org.uk.
The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 27th September 2026. No late applications will be considered.
To access the application pack, please complete our screening questionnaire here.- In this role we are looking for someone who:
- Has at least 2 years experience in a grants and trusts fundraising role and a history of securing grant funding in excess of £200,000 annually.
- Has knowledge of the Scottish charity funding sector, full cost recovery and budget planning
- Can create compelling narratives that highlight the real experiences and needs of our community
- Can develop a strong pipeline of grant prospects to diversify project and unrestricted funding
Community Fundraiser
14 hours per week
£11,958 per annum pro rata’d (FTE £26,500)
We are looking for a creative, community-focused fundraiser who can build grassroots support, power up our digital campaigns, and inspire local partners to stand with us.
If you feel you have the required skill sets for both fundraising roles, you are invited to apply for both roles individually and the application process will enable you to express an interest in the potential of creating a single 28 hour role.
Any informal enquiries regarding the role or the application process should be directed to Traci Kirkland, Chief Executive by email: Traci@govancommunityproject.org.uk.
The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 27th September 2026. No late applications will be considered.
To access the application pack, please complete our screening questionnaire here.- In this role we are looking for someone who:
- Has at least 2 years experience in community fundraising with a history of hitting targets of £20,000 - £30,000+
- Can rally local communities, schools, businesses and groups to support our work
- Can design and deliver energetic community fundraising events and digital campaigns
- Can support, motivate and empower volunteer fundraisers to become champions for social change
- Can build lasting relationships with donors who share our vision of inclusive communities
For volunteer opportunities please visit our page here.
Need advice?
Call our helpline
0800 310 0054
Our helpline is open:
Monday: 10-1pm
Tuesday: 10-1pm
Wednesday: 10-1pm
Thursday: 10-1pm
Friday-Sunday: Closed
