Training and Conference Officer (Scotland)

Job Title: Training and Conference Officer
Reporting to: Chief Executive
Contract: Fulltime
Salary: £26k - £28K
Location: Hybrid – Scotland/ Edinburgh and home working

GENERAL               
1. To map out, design, and deliver a full offer of training and development accessible to all members online and in person.
2. To work with staff and stakeholders to ensure that the offer to members of training and engagement through workshops and participation at conferences is effectively communicated. 

CONFERENCE
2.1 Work with the conference/ events officer on the delivery of two conferences for members per annum.
2.2 Work with staff and stakeholders to assist with the delivery of regional events and conferences.
2.3 Work with staff and stakeholders to assist with the delivery of policy roadshows etc across Scotland.

ELECTIONS
3. During election periods, assist the Party in any way reasonably requested. To assist with events and training and support for members as appropriate.

TRAINING
3.1 Work with staff and stakeholders to design, coordinate, communicate, and ensure the delivery of a comprehensive training program for members online and in person across Scotland in line with the 150 Rising Strategy.
3.2 Work with staff and stakeholders to design, coordinate, communicate, and ensure the delivery of training for candidates at all levels across Scotland.

3.3 Work with staff and stakeholders to mainstream and deliver the annual Future Leaders Programme.

4 Any other duties – undertake any other reasonable duties as deemed appropriate by your line manager.

Application Details 

Apply with no more than a 2-page CV and 1-page covering letter to the Scottish Liberal Democrats Rachel.palmarandle@scotlibdems.org.uk  explaining why you wish to be considered for the post and showing how you meet the key points from the person specification and would deliver the key requirements of the role. 

One of the documents should include contact details for at least two referees, plus details of your current or most recent employer line manager. If you would like some more information or to discuss the role, please email Rachel.palmarandle@scotlibdems.org.uk 

We will be reviewing applications as they come in and reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date.  

Please note: We will not be able to employ you if you are not eligible to work in the UK. We will not be able to obtain a work permit on your behalf.

Applicants are encouraged to inform us if any reasonable adjustments are needed to be made during any part of the recruitment process.

The Liberal Democrats are an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcome applications from groups who are currently under-represented in our staff.

We will only be able to accept applications from candidates who are currently eligible to live and work within the UK without any restrictions.

The office is situated on the ground floor of building that has rooms that are let for other purposes. There are toilet facilities on the ground floor. Other meeting places may have different levels of disabled access.