Local commissioner coordinators

The role

Are you interested in being part of the team that supports our local commissioners to succeed? We are looking for 3 new volunteers to drive forward our local commissioner support programme over the next 18 months from April 2026 to November 2027.

Commissioners play a vital role overseeing the volunteers in their area and we want all commissioners to enjoy their role and find it rewarding.

These roles are all about giving our district and division commissioners the support they need to thrive – welcoming new commissioners, coordinating engaging inductions, building peer support connections and helping shape the training and resources they rely on. They’ll also work closely with counties to understand local needs, support recruitment into commissioner roles, and build practical, accessible tools that strengthen commissioner teams across Scotland.

Skills and experience needed for the role

We expect the team of 3 to divide out tasks, each taking on one of the following areas of responsibility. We will discuss this with the team in place and there is opportunity for flexibility based on interests and previous experiences.

For each member of the team, we are looking for you to:

• Be able to communicate with a wide range of volunteers.
• Be able to work collaboratively with staff in line with the staff volunteer protocol.
• Have excellent facilitation and listening skills
• Be able to work as part of a team.
• Be good at planning and coordination.
• Be able to problem solve and be adaptable.
• Be proficient with the use of Teams and Zoom.
• Be open and approachable.
• Have excellent administrative skills.

Experience in a commissioner or trainer role at Girlguiding would be an advantage but not essential. It’s most important that you’re passionate about the importance of supporting commissioners and want to be part of a team to make this hap

At Girlguiding Scotland, striving to be an inclusive an impactful organisation is at the heart of what we do. We recognise that being a great volunteer isn’t just about the skills that you can bring to the table, but also the unique perspectives that come from your background and life experiences.

Apply now

Find out more and download the application pack today.

Applications are welcomed from across Scotland and the closing date is Sunday 29 March 2026. Informal chats with anyone who is shortlisted will then take place during the first two weeks of April.

Get more info

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Janice Blair, our lead volunteer for volunteer experience, on Janice@girlguiding-scot.org.uk.

Girlguiding Scotland values inclusivity, and so we welcome requests for support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. If you need any support to complete your application, then please get in touch on 0131 609 0203 to discuss how we can support you.