If you are experiencing any issues in applying for this role on this page or the next you can submit your questions, requests for reasonable adjustments, CV and/or covering letter to: [email protected]. Young Enterprise Scotland has a rich heritage spanning over 30 years working in partnership with schools to enhance and enrich curriculum learning with personal and employability skills. Young Enterprise Scotland has been inspiring & equipping young people to learn, develop and reach their full potential through enterprise since 1992. Every year they support around 15,000 young people, from all backgrounds, develop their business knowledge, entrepreneurial skills & ultimately become more employable. The dedicated & passionate team of staff are supported by over 250 volunteers from the business community to help them to realise their vision for Scotland to be a place where all young people should be given the opportunity to have a rewarding future in work and life - no matter where they start their journey. Young Enterprise Scotland set high standards whilst being creative in approach. The delivery has widened and diversified across four key areas – School Programmes, Pathway Programmes, Financial education and Bridge 2 Business. Whilst growing the offering they always ensure that all activities are fit to meet their Mission whilst adhering to a guiding principle to do this in “learning by doing” format. What our employees say: "I've been working for Young Enterprise Scotland since Sept. 2023 and I believe I have found my home" "YE Scotland is a great place to work, with a very committed and focused group of staff dedicated to helping the young people we work with” "My confidence has grown since working for YE Scotland" What our partners say: "I find YE Scotland to be an innovative and forward-thinking organisation, open to constructive input and staffed by very capable practitioners at all levels.” To facilitate and support the effective delivery of the Young Enterprise (YE) Scotland and Bridge 2 Business Programmes (B2B) in Scotland to the expected standards, matching the Business Plan Objectives. To support the Managers to continually enhance Enterprise and Entrepreneurial learning and teaching for young people across the Young Enterprise portfolio of resources. To develop, nurture and maintain relationships with key college contacts to create a strong presence within the college. Recruitment Timeline: Deadline for applications by 5pm on Sunday, 6th October 2024 Candidates short-listed and informed by w/c 7th October 2024 Interviews: 9th October 2024 at Fife College (please note interview will include a short presentation. Content will be provided in advance) Our Values: We are a values based and values first charity. In everything that we do, we will work with the following values: Our Values: We are a values based and values first charity. In everything that we do, we will work with the following values: Integrity : We are inclusive, respectful and we do what’s right, not what’s easy. We are determined to be authentic and unwavering I our accountability for our people and communities. Collaboration : We are passionate in our desire to connect with other inspiring people, places, and organisations. We thrive on the strength of our community to achieve our collective goals. Innovation : We are creative and bold; always learning and always evolving. We are solutions focused and willing to take risks. We are not afraid to ask what if? Enthusiasm: We are energised to inspire others through our passion and determination to make a positive impact. Together, our contagious Can Do approach motivates and encourages those around us. As a values based charity we are always eager to improve our recruitment process and ensure that it is fair and equitable for all. If you have any suggestions on how we can improve your experience please email : [email protected]. We would also appreciate your time in filling out our equalities monitoring form so that we can collate relevant data and action improvements where needed - Equalities Monitoring Form Role details: Position Title: Entrepreneurial Executive Location: Fife region, delivering in-person college delivery, along with hybrid working. Travel to our Glasgow office will also be expected. Travel will be required. Band: Executive Rate: £23,000 - £27,000 (FTE) dependant on experience Reports to: Further Education and Entrepreneurship Manager Contract Type: Permanent Direct Reports: N/A Position Type: Full Time (35 hours per week) As an employer who offers flexible and family friendly working, please speak to us about what flexible options are available for this role. Job Description Confidently deliver and evaluate enterprise education programmes, workshops and courses, in a hybrid approach, in a variety of appropriate educational & institutional settings including primary, secondary, non-mainstream schools & the tertiary education sectors. Business develop communication and nurture relationship channels with agencies, partners, and key stakeholders to offer YE Scotland programmes in all educational settings. Foster an entrepreneurial mindset to inspire students, and to participate in enterprise and entrepreneurial learning activities. Proactively participate in all suitable marketing, promotions, publicity and PR for all YE Scotland programme’s. Attend meetings and events as required, ensuring that the exchange of ideas, resources and best practice is updated and maintained. Liaise and encourage educators to support, develop and coordinate enterprise delivery, activity and engagement within regional College, for the Bridge 2 Business programme. Identify expansion opportunities across geographical areas for all YE Scotland Programmes, representing YE Scotland to the highest business standards. Support on projects and deliver on outcomes, that tie in with other similar and appropriate work as agreed with leadership team to benefit YE Scotland. Participate in regular appraisal and reporting with Line Manager, ensuring own continuous professional development is regularly reviewed and updated. Market and promote YE Scotland by identifying valuable case studies to raise the profile of the charity and attendance at appropriate external events. Complete and update statistical and administrative information timeously and in accordance with YE Scotland, partner and funding requirements. Key Internal Relationships Key external Relationships Further Education and Entrepreneurship Manager Other internal department managers Programme Executives Programme Volunteers Council Education and Teaching Staff College Lecturing and supporting staff College & Non-mainstream Schools staff Knowledge and Experience Skills and Attributes Experience of working with young people in a learning/training environment Business Development/Account/Stakeholder Management Experience delivering presentations/training/workshops Experience in using video conferencing software Confident and knowledgeable in delivery of enterprise and business topics An understanding of the current curriculum and assessment process, a working knowledge of SQA qualifications is desirable An ability to develop resources for age range 5-30 A passion for enterprise education along with an understanding of start up business An understanding of the college landscape (desirable) Awareness of safety and child protection issues (desirable) Awareness of assisted support needs and strategies (desirable) Competent IT skills/Microsoft Office suite Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills Approachable with excellent written and oral communication skills Experience in business development Confident, knowledgeable and approachable Ability to work in a flexible manner to meet the needs of the business Own transport – willing to use and insured for business purposes Highly professional business image, self-aware Strong sense of ensuring all learners are given fair and equal access to learning and support