Our latest Training E‑News is out now. We’re featuring the following practical courses: 🤝 Conflict Management 💬 Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) 📊 Evidencing Impact 📅 Project Management All designed to strengthen your skills & confidence. For more info tinyurl.com/wx2s5yvk

👉We are #recruiting. We're looking for a: Business Operations and Communications Manager (Full-time, permanent) ⌛Deadline: 12noon, Mon 20 Apr Find out more: tinyurl.com/2ykd7awf @evocedinburgh.bsky.social

Planning and delivering projects that respond to real needs and align with policy goals is a priority for lots of third sector staff. We can help you take a practical approach to developing your skills in a 1-day course: 📅28 Apr, 10am - 4pm Register:

Thanks to everyone who's taken the time to complete our "state of the third sector" survey. There is still time to tell us about your organisation's strengths and what challenges you and the wider sector face. Deadline: Mon 13 Apr, 5pm Your feedback: tinyurl.com/2npw7bh6

We're recruiting for 2 job opportunities: Development Worker: Organisational Development (Part-time, fixed-term) Deadline: 9am, Tue 7 Apr Business Operations and Communications Manager (Full-time, permanent) Deadline: 12noon, Mon 20 Apr Find out more: tinyurl.com/2ykd7awf

We are pleased to share a summary report from the consultation event on Edinburgh's Community Plan (LOIP 2018-2028) Refresh: tinyurl.com/yn69ms93 The refreshed Community Plan is due to be approved and launched in June, with opportunities to shape the next Plan to follow.

This week's Training E-News has something for everyone! Boost your skills with our upcoming courses: 🧭Trustee Roles & Responsibilities 📝Funding: Application to Reporting 💼Finance for Non‑financial Managers 🤝Conflict Management For more information: tinyurl.com/jfvkn8e6

📢 Creative Breaks 2026–2027 is now open for applications. ⚠️ Applications close at 5.00pm on Thursday 16 April 2026. Find out more and apply here: https://ow.ly/Cvp150Yz4h8 #SharedCareScotland #ShortBreaksFund #CreativeBreaks #ShortBreaks #UnpaidCarers

Our latest newsletter is out now: tinyurl.com/5r9f3czz It includes details of a free event for third sector staff focused on building connections through learning and wellbeing on Tuesday, 31 March at Norton Park Conference Centre. Register: tinyurl.com/4su9h99x

*Join Our Team* Development Worker (organisational development) Deadline: Tue 7 Apr Business Operations and Communications Manager Deadline: Mon 20 Apr Find out more and apply: tinyurl.com/2ykd7awf #Recruitment #CharityJobs

We're proud to share a new report highlighting the incredible impact Edinburgh’s third sector has had on Ukrainians seeking safety in our city since the 2022 invasion. Report: tinyurl.com/3p8u97zz A reflection on the response from John Hawryluk: tinyurl.com/35h9h8u5

We want to hear from you. 💬 Please take a few minutes to complete our short survey, designed to understand your organisation’s strengths and the challenges you and the wider sector are facing. 👉 Take the survey here: tinyurl.com/4wj9r2u3

We're looking forward to seeing lots of our members and colleagues at 'Meet the Funders' next week: 📅Wed 25 Mar, 10am - 12noon The event is sold out, and the waiting list is full too. So, if you can no longer attend, please cancel your ticket. Thank you 🙂

*Job Opportunity* Do you have the skills and experience to support third sector organisations in Edinburgh with advice on a range of issues, including good governance? Development Worker (short-term contract) £32,000 (pro-rata) Deadline: 7 Apr tinyurl.com/2ykd7awf

Check out a few of the training courses coming up this spring in our training newsletter: tinyurl.com/yrhaze7f Project management, finance for non-financial managers, evidencing impact... and other development opportunities delivered by top trainers.

Extra Date: How to Write Funding Applications As the last session sold out, we're running this hugely popular lunchtime training session again this month: 📅Thu 26 Mar ⌚12.30pm - 1.15pm 🎟️tinyurl.com/45ydybrf Funded places are available for Edinburgh-based charities.

Our latest e-newsletter brings together a selection of events, funding news, services and support for third sector groups and organisations: tinyurl.com/2z3ed48f There's also a short update on the progress of Edinburgh's Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund.

Edinburgh’s Third Sector Reference group needs new members to shape decisions, amplify community voices and create positive change. They need people interested in sharing their experiences and helping to shape better policy and services. Find out more: tinyurl.com/ywkbd4kk

We need your help to build a picture of Edinburgh's third sector for a new report. Your feedback will help identify trends, the needs and the challenges facing groups and organisations across the city. Please complete this survey (7 questions): tinyurl.com/4wj9r2u3

You are invited to join colleagues from the Police, Health, Social Work, Housing, and Homelessness to explore local public protection issues for women and children. Protecting vulnerable women and children: Wed 11 Mar, 12.30pm-4pm at Norton Park tinyurl.com/4awcz8rj #IWD2026

Our training programme is designed to help you build skills to make your day job easier, with courses covering a range of subjects: - Facilitation skills - How to Use Canva Like a Pro - Practical Project Management Find more courses in our training e-news: tinyurl.com/yvyjjvwk

Our latest newsletter is out now: tinyurl.com/y7dds8nx It includes a selection of events, job opportunities, news and details of support for the third sector.

Thanks to everyone who has signed up to be part of the consultation to refresh Edinburgh's current Community Plan (Thu 26 Feb). There is still time to register and share your experiences and insights (bookings close at the end of today -Mon). tinyurl.com/47vv5mn6

Edinburgh has changed dramatically since the current community plan (LOIP) was last revised. We need people working in the third sector to share their insights at an in-person event: Thu 23 Feb, 9.30am - 12.30pm Register: tinyurl.com/47vv5mn6 Our communities need change!

Edinburgh's Third Sector Reference Group is a place for sharing ideas and insights to help city leaders make better policy and investment decisions. The Group is looking for new members to shape decisions and help make positive change. Find out more: tinyurl.com/ywkbd4kk

We were delighted to welcome Valerie McIntosh to the team in November last year. Her focus is on community planning and place-based networks in the city. Get to know Valerie and the work she's doing to support Edinburgh's third sector in this blog post: tinyurl.com/5hxp3bb6

Our goal is to make sure our training programme meets the changing needs of people working and volunteering in the third sector. You can find some upcoming highlights and new courses in this week's training e-news: tinyurl.com/4dazn4dx #Trainin #ThirdSector #Edinburgh

The latest blog from our CEO includes an update on Edinburgh's Third Sector Reference Group. The Group is looking for new members to help shape decisions, amplify community voices and create positive change. Read the blog: tinyurl.com/563b9v7j #ThirdSector #Edinburgh

The latest edition of the EVOC E-news is out now: tinyurl.com/24rus2n9 Look out for an update on Edinburgh's Third Sector Reference Group and a selection of events, funding opportunities, and support for third sector organisations in the city. #ThirdSector #News #Edinburgh

Join the City of Edinburgh Council for an online update about Third Sector Support Funding in the city: Thu 12 Feb, 12.30pm - 1.30pm If you can't make it along, a recording of the session will also be available. More info and register: tinyurl.com/4u4u8jmy

Your expertise and insights are needed to refresh Edinburgh’s Community Plan (LOIP 2018-2028). Be part of a half day consultation to help shape the action needed to deliver the change our communities need most. Thu 26 Feb, 9.30am: tinyurl.com/47vv5mn6

We're delighted that so many of you have signed up for our 2026 Meet the Funders event (25 Mar). At the last count, we had only 2 spaces left, so if you haven't already booked, get on the waiting list as soon as you can. tinyurl.com/4v96xsbf

Join other third sector organisations to help shape the next phase of Edinburgh’s Community Plan (2018 -2028): Thu 26 Feb, 9.30am at Norton Park Your expertise and insights can contribute to meaningful change. Register: tinyurl.com/47vv5mn6 @esenscot.bsky.social @volunteeredinburgh.org.uk

Working in the third sector usually means being a professional plate-spinner. We're here to help you and your team with a range of training needs - in-person, online, bite-sized and full days. Browse our training e-news for ideas and inspiration: tinyurl.com/v6nkttzh

The latest EVOC E-news is out now: tinyurl.com/4vnp3xj7 Look out for details of a third sector consultation event to support the refresh of Edinburgh's current Community Plan on Thu 26 Feb, 9.30am - 12.30pm @esenscot.bsky.social #CommunityPlanning #CommunityNeed

*Job Opportunity* There's still time to apply to join our team as a part-time Bookkeeper. We're looking for someone to manage the day-to-day financial operations using the Xero accounting software platform. Deadline: Tue 27 Jan, 5pm Apply: tinyurl.com/2ykd7awf

Look out for details of a new course or two in the latest edition of our training e-newsletter: tinyurl.com/r98hkdde - Digital Fundraising for Community Fundraisers - How to use Canva Like a Pro #Training #Edinburgh #ThirdSector

Our first EVOC E-news of 2026 is out now: tinyurl.com/3msucmu7 Get this fortnightly newsletter straight to your inbox by signing up here: tinyurl.com/EVOCnewsSignUp

You're invited to EVOC's 156th AGM: Thu 29 Jan, 4.30pm - 6pm @ Meadowbank Sports Centre. Join us for a look back at the highlights and challenges of 2024/25, followed by the chance to network over coffee, tea and biscuits. Register: tinyurl.com/37a2teu5 #AGM #Networking

We're proud partners of SCVO's the Gathering on 10 & 11 February. Bookings are now open, and it’s free to attend: scvo.scot/the-gatherin... Everyone’s welcome at the #SCVOGathering

*Job Opportunity* If you're looking for a career move, there is still time to apply to join our team. We're looking for a Development Worker (p/t) with a passion for equality and New Scots. Deadline: 12noon, Tue 6 Jan Find out more and apply: tinyurl.com/2ykd7awf

As we step into a brand new year, it’s the perfect time to review your training needs. Looking to sharpen your existing skills or master something new? Our first training e-news of 2026 offers some ideas and inspiration: tinyurl.com/2exvmt7p #Training #Edinburgh

The EVOC Office will be closed from lunchtime on Wednesday, 24 December, through to Monday, 5 January 2026. We would like to wish you all a wonderful and restful festive season! #OfficeClosure #FestiveSeason

We're introducing a new course for 2026 designed to help organisations plan for unexpected events that could disrupt services: Expecting the Unexpected (online) Thu 12 Mar, 10am - 1pm Find out more: tinyurl.com/jnn2mj77 #Training #Edinburgh #ThirdSector

Our last e-newsletter before Christmas has just landed: tinyurl.com/bdhw9k9k You can find a selection of #training, #support #news for the third sector inside.

*Join Our Team* If you're passionate about equality, human rights and social justice, you might be the perfect match for this role: Development Worker: New Scots refugee integration, equality, policy + research. Deadline: Tue 6 Jan, 12noon Apply now: tinyurl.com/2ykd7awf

We’re proud partners of the #SCVOGathering, the UK’s largest free voluntary sector event organised by SCVO. If you're an SCVO member, bookings are now open. Bookings for non-members will open on Tue 6 Jan 2026. Check out what's on: scvo.scot/the-gatherin...

*Job Opportunity* We’re looking for someone to join our team who understands the experiences, strengths and challenges faced by refugees, people seeking asylum, and other New Scots communities. Development Worker (p/t) 28K - 32K Deadline: Tue 6 Jan tinyurl.com/2ykd7awf

There is still time to register for this week's meeting of our Chief Officers Group - a facilitated network for third sector leaders in Edinburgh. This meeting if focused on good governance, followed by the chance to network over some festive refreshments: tinyurl.com/3x8nsyr5

As we head towards the end of 2025, why not take the time to review your training and development goals for the new year? You can find a selection of course highlights for 2026 in our latest training e-news: tinyurl.com/24h6cc4a Our full programme: tinyurl.com/y53dka3u