Third Sector Vacancies
Find full or part-time third sector jobs in the North East of Scotland here. If you would like to advertise a vacancy in your organisation, please complete this form.
Relief Staff, Kemnay Breakfast and After School Club
£11 per hour, part time (5 hours per week), 12 months fixed term
In this role, you will assist full time staff and interact with children attending breakfast and after school club.
Relief staff are required every Thursday and to cover ad hoc to cover holidays , sickness etc.
PVG is required and will be arranged by the club.
Closing Date: 9th October, 12 noon
Fundraising Coordinator, Aberdeen Science Centre
Full time (37.5 hours per week) permanent, £27,444
We are looking for a Fundraising Coordinator to: develop ASC’s corporate sponsorship income and support wider fundraising activities; support the achievement of the fundraising target through acquiring sponsorship to benefit both restricted and unrestricted activities, applying for trusts and grants; attend networking events, utilise their existing network and research new prospective sponsors; meet with prospective sponsors, create bespoke, creative and inspiring proposals to grow income; coordinate venue hire: dealing with enquiries, managing bookings, contracting, invoicing, and working with the marketing team to promote venue hire; assist in the development of ASC’s individual giving and the creation of Friends of ASC.
Closing Date: 10th October
Treasurer, NESCAN Hub
3-5 hours per month
We’re seeking a knowledgeable and supportive individual to join the NESCAN Hub Board as Treasurer.
This is an exciting opportunity to use your skills in and knowledge of accountancy or charity finance to provide oversight and guidance – helping us stay on strong financial footing as we deliver our vision for community led climate action across North East Scotland.
The North East Scotland Climate Action Network (NESCAN) Hub is a regional community climate action support hub, fully funded by the Scottish Government, that covers Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire. NESCAN Hub Limited is a Charitable Company Limited by Guarantee and regulated by OSCR and Companies House.
Our vision is to contribute to the creation of a flourishing, connected and sustainable North East Scotland through the provision of dedicated training, help and support for community led climate action and the linkage of communities into the decision making process.
NESCAN Hub promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and network and welcomes applications from all sections of society
Closing Date: 31st October
Research Assistant - Community Outreach, Alcohol and Drugs Action
£12.50 per hour, part time (25 hours per week), fixed term to 31st August 2026
ADA is an award-winning charity, which has been delivering specialist services to reduce harms and supporting recovery of individuals and families affected by alcohol and drugs use in the Northeast of Scotland since 1986.
We are recruiting for a part-time, fixed term (till 31 August 2026) Research Assistant – Community Outreach, based at, Hadden Street, and Various locations throughout Aberdeen City.
We are looking for candidates that have an SVQ 3 or equivalent or working towards a relevant qualification. Relevant experience and training will also be considered. To be successful you must be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the needs of those affected by alcohol and/or drug use. The successful candidate should also be data driven and have experience of gathering, monitoring and evaluating data as a large part of this role will be research focused. Ideally, you will have experience of working with substance users and knowledge of effective interventions. Good IT and administration skills, along with excellent attention to detail are also essential for this role.
PVG membership is mandatory for this post.
If you're passionate about working with others and enabling recovery then the PHEONIx project offers an opportunity to support research and enhance the lives of those affected by substance use.
Closing Date: 17 October
Please note should we receive a large volume of applicants we reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier.
Substance Use Worker (Direct Access), Alcohol and Drugs Action
Full time (37 hours per week) permanent, £26,941 - £29,821
ADA is an award-winning charity, delivering specialist services to reduce harms and promote recovery of individuals and families affected by alcohol and drugs use in the North East of Scotland.
ADA Direct Access services are open 7 days per week. We aim to reduce the risk of harm from alcohol and drug use for individuals, families, and communities.
The successful candidate will offer advice, information and support to enable people to make informed decisions to reduce the harms associated with alcohol and drug use through the provision of services such as Needle Exchange, Helpline, Duty drop, outreach -amongst others. You will provide targeted harm reduction interventions such as Naloxone, Dried Blood Spot Testing, and other relevant actions to help reduce harms.
You will manage a small caseload to support clients with their substance use and provide relevant interventions as well as assessing, care planning and reviewing progress and maintaining accurate client records.
Weekend working is on a rota basis and female candidates will provide an evening outreach service for women involved in selling or exchanging sex.
Relevant training will be provided to the successful candidate/s.
The roles will be based in Aberdeen at our Hadden Street Office.
PVG membership is essential for this post.
Closing Date: 24th October