Tackling Poverty Forum

Posted on July 29, 2016

The Third Sector Tackling Poverty Forum will meet on Monday 8^th August 2016, 2pm – 4pm at CVS Falkirk’s office, Unit 6, Callendar Business Park, Falkirk, FK1 1XR.

Fiona McHardy from The Poverty Alliance will be joining the meeting, to provide an overview of the work she and her colleagues are currently engaged in, their priorities, and the potential changes following the recent ‘Brexit’ vote. There will also be an opportunity to discuss other shared issues, share knowledge and network with colleagues from the local area.

For further information about the forum, please visit the Tackling Poverty Forum webpage. Alternatively, contact David Gardener by by phone: 01324 692010, or by email: David@cvsfalkirk.org.uk

Forth Valley SDS Community Engagement Officer Vacancy

Forth Valley Self Directed Support is currently recruiting a Community Engagement Officer. The position is full-time, with a salary of £27,000 and a fixed term contract until March 2021. The deadline for applications is 1pm on Monday 18th March.

NHS Forth Valley Community Food Development Worker Vacancies

The NHS Forth Valley Nutrition and Dietetics Health Improvement Team is currently recruiting 3 Community Food Development Workers. The positions are 18.75 hours per week, with a salary of £23,113 – £29,905 per annum (pro rata). The deadline for applications is Monday 4th March.

FDAMH Central Spark Recovery Coordinator Vacancy

Falkirk District Association for Mental Health (FDAMH) are currently recruiting a Recovery Coordinator as part of their Central Spark project. The position is 27 hours per week, with a salary of £22,00 per annum (pro rata) and a fixed contract of 2 years. The deadline for applications is 5pm on Thursday 28th February.

Introduction to Tendering Webinar

The Supplier Development Programme (SDP) is holding an “Introduction to Tendering” webinar on Tuesday 5th March, 11am – 12:30pm.

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