Shape a vital service👇 Lomond & Argyll Advocacy Service is seeking a new CEO to lead an organisation that plays a critical role in ensuring people’s rights are upheld and their voices are heard. Closing Monday - 30 hrs/wk - Dumbarton - £55k–£60k (pro rata, from £47,143) gcvs.org.uk/notice/chief...

🤖 AI is powerful - but what’s the climate cost? A new blog from Glasgow Climate Action Hub breaks down the real-world impact of AI in a clear, accessible way, helping us think more critically about how and when we use these tools 👉 lnkd.in/eHBFxegy

📢Our new and improved recruitment service is live with 3 packages to pick from! We're helping third-sector employers across the country recruit more easily, ethically and cost-effectively. ✅ Choose an option to suit your needs and budget, and see how we can support your next vacancy.

Trustees vs staff One of the most common sources of tension in third sector organisations is unclear roles. In simple terms: ✅ Trustees focus on strategy, oversight and accountability ✅ Staff lead on day‑to‑day operations and delivery 👇

👀 We’re seeing a real mix of opportunities and updates on our noticeboard just now, including: 🔹 Board and trustee roles 🔹 Paid vacancies 🔹 Volunteering opportunities, including festival support 🔹 Mental Health Awareness campaigns 🔹 Community and training updates Have a browse! 👉 bit.ly/boardposts

🚀 We’re excited to share our revamped recruitment service with new packages now live! Designed for Scotland’s third sector, GCVS can make hiring easier, fairer and more effective. Choose from 3 packages to suit your needs and budget! Learn more ➜ bit.ly/3OdQMST

Women of Glasgow come to this free event!! We've joined forces with Glasgow Women's Health Network offering advice, conversations and workshops in a safe, informal cafe-style setting. Our team will be hosting free art workshops. No booking needed, just turn up! Share to get the word out! #SAYWomen

🎥 Last week, organisations from across Glasgow gathered with election candidates to speak honestly about poverty, prevention, funding, trust in politics, and what communities really need. Read about the collective policy asks, and how you can get involved in our latest blog👉 bit.ly/4d98uAx

👋 We're looking for freelance SVQ Assessors and Verifiers to join our team. In particular, an Associate Assessor for Social Services and Healthcare SVQ, who can help to deliver training and work-based qualifications to the third sector. Interested? Details on our website! ▶️ bit.ly/3AsdIaj

Book now to join our HR training workshop on Managing Absence! This is the no.1 enquiry for our HR team so don't struggle alone, we're here to help and this is a fantastic opportunity to get in-depth advice for your organisation. 👉Wednesday 13 May from 9.30am bit.ly/4v1OEhI

Registration is open for Where Futures Connect, a Glasgow Futures Employability Event on 3 May at @unistrathclyde.bsky.social. Join us to reflect on the journey, hear key developments, and help strengthen collaboration across the programme. Book your place thinkdifferentevents.co.uk/hosted-event...

In two short sessions, learn about the core concepts of human rights relevant to our sector, and gather resources and tools to support you! Free to groups and organisations across Scotland 💙 First dates in May!

📢 Take part in research on human rights in the voluntary sector! Join relaxed discussions, with lunch provided, to explore how human rights-based approaches can support your work. Sessions run in May with @thre-equal.bsky.social and @sbs.strath.ac.uk Please sign up: forms.office.com/e/d8A7XGHCDc

🎤 We're asking the third sector what's important from the next Scottish Government. Scottish Asian Counselling Services provide mental health support for their community. They asked for a move "away from short-term funding, to long-term, stable support" and "policies shaped by lived experiences".

Some interesting stuff here to help us all cut our digital carbon footprint👇 Thanks @mediatrust.bsky.social

Navigating difficult decisions for your charity? We’re supporting organisations through clear and compassionate redundancy and restructuring processes. If your organisation is facing difficulties, we’re here to help. Contact [email protected] or visit bit.ly/HRHSadvice

🌟 Be part of Glasgow's Third Sector Forum from the start. We’re building something important for Glasgow’s voluntary sector, to collaborate and influence decisions in the city. The Forum is in its early stages - join now and help shape how it grows. 👉 bit.ly/GTSForum

⏰From 6th April 2026, sexual harassment will come under whistleblowing law, to further protect employees. ✅Join 2-hour training on 31 March, to learn about the law; your legal duties as an employer, how to prevent it, and how to deal with it when it arises. bit.ly/47Xa8lQ

We're looking forward to hosting an alternative 'Meet the Leaders' election event on April 23 in Glasgow! Join third sector colleagues, like Shgufta from Women on Wheels, and tell us your #ScottishElection priorities. Sign up here bit.ly/4rgqDR6

😅🤗Busy noticeboard: - With Kids have a new Play Therapy course. - Create Your Dream, Rainbow Friendship Centre and Boom Community Arts have board member spots! - Women's Support Project are looking for a Strategic Manager and West of Scotland HA need a Repairs Assistant👇 bit.ly/boardposts

Join us on April 23 in Glasgow for a special 'Meet the Leaders' election event! 👉 bit.ly/4rgqDR6 Meet third sector colleagues, like Ann Jones, to discuss and share your #ScottishElection priorities

It's been awful to hear about yesterday's fire in Glasgow, and we're keen to help how we can. Our HR team has quickly updated advice for employers and staff who might be dealing with service disruptions and the knock-on effect of local travel chaos. 👉 Download a sample policy here: bit.ly/4dho8KC

⚽World Cup Bank Holiday The Scottish Government announced a one‑off bank holiday on 15 June 2026, but not all employees automatically “make the squad”. Entitlement differs so review policies now and keep your team in the loop. Find advice in our new blog👇 bit.ly/3PcRakB #Scotland #WorldCup2026 #HR

Get in touch if you could be our new Management Accountant! More details also on our website

We’re hiring! 🌟 GCVS is looking for a Management Accountant to join our Finance & Payroll Services team and help drive high‑quality financial planning and insight across our organisation. Think this could be you? Learn more and apply bit.ly/3AsdIaj 💼✨

🎤 Members like Ann are participating in our event next month to discuss their priorities for the Scottish Elections in May. We wanted to highlight why this election matters for Glasgow's voluntary sector. 👇 Join us on April 23 in Glasgow to make your voice heard. 🔗 bit.ly/4rgqDR6

An exciting week, delivering our first in-person training session at our new offices on Argyle Street, Glasgow! Thanks to everyone who joined us to learn how to develop a strong fundraising plan. We hope you left feeling inspired 🥰

Do you rent or lease premises for a voluntary sector organisation in Glasgow? If you’re facing issues with repairs, energy systems, unclear landlord responsibilities or rising costs, we’d really value your input in this confidential survey: 👉 form.jotform.com/253274048849...

✅Final decisions for Year 5 of the Glasgow Wellbeing Fund are almost complete, with more small community projects supported and extra investment confirmed for the city. Learn more in our full update! bit.ly/4qtcqzK%F0%9...

Wonder if it's worth signing up for our fortnightly bulletin? 91% of people told us they feel better informed by our comms! 😉 But if that doesn't persuade you, here's this week's newsletter for a sneak preview: mailchi.mp/gcvs/feb11 Sign up below👇

✅Final decisions for Year 5 of the Glasgow Wellbeing Fund are almost complete, with more small community projects supported and extra investment confirmed for the city. Read more in our update! The latest report highlights inspiring work improving wellbeing across Glasgow.🥰 bit.ly/4qtcqzK

🍳 The Weans’ Scran & Kitchin have space for hire with a working kitchen! 💻 @withkids.bsky.social have training around Autism and emotional regulation 🫶 @copescotland.bsky.social has weekly advice on 'Getting your Oomph back'! ...more on GCVS bit.ly/boardposts #CommunityNews

GCVS is now officially based at 348 Argyle Street, Glasgow G2 8LX! A fresh, modern space designed to better serve our team and community. Same commitment, new chapter! 👉 Please update your records and read more about the new office in our blog: bit.ly/3XQxlB3 #GCVS #GlasgowThirdSector

GCVS, working with Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, is preparing a bid to the @glasgowcc.bsky.social Employer Engagement Challenge Fund. We’re seeking organisations that can help strengthen support for disabled people and people from ethnic minority communities who continue to face barriers to work.👇

Last week's Scottish Budget includes some positives for communities and families, BUT funding pressures and structural challenges for the third sector remain. We’ve shared what it means for #Glasgow - and why this election matters in our latest blog: 👉 gcvs.org.uk/budget-and-e...

🤯Low training budgets. High expectations? As well as online training, we offer in-person workshops for voluntary sector workers, focused on real challenges: • Manage absence confidently • Develop a fundraising plan • 'Money Magnets' that attract funders 👉 See what’s coming up bit.ly/What3On

Find support on bidding for public sector contracts from the Scotland's Supplier Development Programme. They have resources and webinars to help you, including a Getting Ready session on Wednesday 4 February, 2:30-4:00pm www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events/13-ge...

👏 Extra support for wellbeing in Glasgow! The Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund is receiving an additional £3m investment in year 5, helping local projects tackle isolation and improve adult mental health. Read what this means for Glasgow: gcvs.org.uk/3m-boost-for-adult-wellbeing-support

Some helpful fundraising ideas👍 We also have a few funding & income generation training sessions coming up!

🎉 Introducing HR Bitesize for the Voluntary Sector – January Edition! This month, our focus is on Annual Leave – a key HR topic for charity employers as staff start planning their holidays. Swipe through to get started, and discover how GCVS can make HR easier for your charity: bit.ly/HRHSadvice

We're kicking off 2026 with sessions of some of our most popular courses, starting with a session on the PANEL principles and using human rights approaches in practice. Get your free tickets today ⬇️ www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/thre-third...

New updates coming onto the noticeboard: 🫶 Najwa New Scots are opening a coffee morning and wellbeing project 📲 @copescotland.bsky.social Scotland is hosting a Digital Inclusion discussion in Feb 📑 @gcil.bsky.social has job vacancies closing soon Members! Share news free anytime bit.ly/boardposts

In 2025, absence management was the most requested reason for advice from our HR Service team! This month, we're holding an in-person workshop on the topic, tackling real-life scenarios in small groups. Join us on 29th January from 9:30am-1pm bit.ly/3YoGi4Q #HRAdvice

Happy New Year folks! Our office has re-opened and we're looking forward to getting back into it, providing support to community groups, voluntary organisations, charities and social enterprises. #BackToWork

The Digital Inclusion Alliance (DIA), is a national movement working to make digital participation a right - not a privilege. It's now seeking a Chair to help drive systemic change and champion a more equal, digitally confident Scotland. Read the Candidate Brief: bit.ly/491ausx ⏰Deadline 5 January

💛 We understand times are tough for many #Glasgow charities and voluntary organisations right now. ✅ Share your needs in our short form – we’ll help connect you with support ✅ Make sure you're signed up for #Glasgow's Funded Support with GCVS Don’t face these challenges alone: 👉 bit.ly/3MakvuO

🌟 Third Sector Opportunity: Want to tap into NHS community benefits? Join our Q&A Sessions to learn how the Community Benefit Gateway can support your organisation. ✅ Understand the process ✅ Explore funding and partnership opportunities ✅ Questions answered 13 Jan or 10 Feb at 1pm bit.ly/What3On

💫 Introducing the new 'Festive' Category on the Glasgow Helps website! We're using it to list activities and support happening this month in #Glasgow, from Gift Appeals to Community Lunches:👉https://bit.ly/3M4K8gv Something to share? Contact the elves at [email protected] #GlasgowHelps

📢Closing Next Week! It's nearly time to start analysing your feedback and pulling names out of our prize draw hat, but there's still a few days left if you'd like to share your feedback in a short survey! Win a £25 Glasgow Loves gift voucher🥰 👉 bit.ly/3Jq1HXh

Closing Soon from Circular Glasgow: Fully funded support to Glasgow SMEs to help realise our city’s net zero targets. Participating organisations get a bespoke Action Plan and a 16-wk funded work placement to progress their plan. Apply by 28 Nov. www.circularglasgow.com/step-up-to-n...