Community Youth Worker
7 months ago
**About us**
DataKirk is an Edinburgh-based social enterprise dedicated to transforming the future of Scotland's talent landscape. Our focus is on bridging the data divide and attainment gap, enhancing the representation of disadvantaged groups in the data economy. We're committed to educating talent and fostering a more inclusive workforce through community empowerment with data literacy and analytics skills. We are an equal opportunities employer and we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply..
Our work environment includes:
- Modern office setting
- Growth opportunities
**Key Objectives**:
**Community Engagement**
Develop and implement youth-focused programs, activities, and events to engage and support the community's budding Black Talent
Establish and maintain relationships with budding Black Talent to provide guidance, mentorship, and a safe space for their personal and social development
Identify and assess the needs and concerns of budding Black Talent in the community and create tailored interventions to address them
Organise outreach activities to connect with at-risk youth and ensure they have access to necessary resources and support
Coordinate educational workshops, group sessions, and recreational activities to promote positive youth development
Act as a resource for youth, offering information, referrals, and support to help them navigate personal and social challenges.
**Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement**
Collaborate with local schools, social services agencies, non-profit organisations, and other community stakeholders to enhance support services for youth
Serve as a liaison between youth and community resources, helping budding black talent access the services they require
Engage parents, families, and the wider community to involve them in youth programs and activities, fostering a supportive community network.
**Reporting & Evaluation**
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of interactions, case notes, and program participation for all youth served
Prepare and submit regular reports on program activities, outcomes, and any notable developments to the organisation
Conduct assessments and evaluations of youth participants to measure progress, identify areas for improvement, and ensure program effectiveness
Collaborate with the organisation's leadership to establish and meet evaluation goals and key performance indicators for youth-related initiatives
Contribute to the development of funding proposals, grants, and reports by providing data and insights on the impact of youth programs.
**Job Types**: Part-time, Temporary contract
**Salary**: £21,000.00-£23,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 21 per week
**Benefits**:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edinburgh, EH3 9DS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have proven track record achieving favourable results and pioneering youth focused projects and initiatives?
Do you possess exceptional ability in designing, implementing, and evaluating youth-focused programs and interventions?
Do you have in-depth knowledge of local resources and services available to support youth is an added advantage
Are you familiar with relevant laws and regulations pertaining to youth welfare and child protection.
**Education**:
- Bachelor's (preferred)
**Experience**:
- Youth work: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- PVG Certificate (required)
- PVG Membership (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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