Project Officer, Fife

Deafblind Scotland is a specialist charity working with adults living with dual sensory loss and other sensory impairments.

We support people in regaining confidence and communication skills, enabling them to lead meaningful lives.

Responsibilities

• Support carers affected by sensory loss to access their rights, enhancing their quality of life.
• Conduct needs assessments and provide ongoing person‑centred monitoring and support planning.
• Assist carers to access and apply for benefits and other allowances.
• Research peer support groups, carer centres, respite care, etc.
• Provide appropriate and timely advice, information and advocacy support.
• Carry out home visits and liaise with and make referrals to other agencies.
• Raise awareness of the needs and rights of carers affected by sensory impairment.
• Collect and record data, maintain accurate records and support the project’s monitoring and evaluation strategy.
• Coordinate day‑to‑day activities of the project, liaising with language service professionals to support inclusive communication.
• Work with the Senior Programme Leader and colleagues to build relationships and networking opportunities with local organisations.
• Undertake and complete relevant training courses.
• Support general advocacy, advice, and information work relating to carers in Fife.
• Support development of wellbeing activities for carers.
• Prepare reports for the Senior Programme Leader and contribute to reporting to Head of Operations, Board and funders.
• Maintain a steady flow of information to the Senior Programme Leader.
• Other tasks as required by the Chief Executive, Head of Operations and Head of Finance.

Qualifications

• Experience of developing projects and achieving project objectives.
• Excellent written, verbal communication and report‑writing skills.
• Flexible attitude suited to working for a small charity.
• Ability to interact with people at all levels inclusively and take a person‑centred approach.
• Experience/knowledge of working in an enabling role with carers and/or people with a disability or sensory loss.
• Knowledge of general advocacy and welfare rights, focusing on carers’ rights.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to organise time effectively and work on own initiative.
• Willingness to travel across Fife and have a driving licence and vehicle with business insurance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Desirable Qualities

• British Sign Language skills or enthusiasm to learn BSL and about deafblind people and their needs.
• Knowledge of managing budgets.
• Understanding of the policy landscape in Scotland as it affects carers and sensory impairment.
• Knowledge of Fife area and services available.

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