Suicide Prevention SOL Programme Manager (REC1522)

Around since 1923, SAMH is Scotland’s national mental health charity. We have represented the voice of people most affected by mental health problems in Scotland for almost 100 years. Today, in over 60 communities we work with adults and young people providing mental health social care support, services in primary care, schools and further education, among others.

These services together with our national programme work in See Me, respectme, suicide prevention and active living; inform our policy and campaign work to influence positive social change. SAMH is dedicated to mental health and wellbeing for all: with a vision of a society where people are able to live their lives fully, regardless of present or past circumstances.

For Scotland’s Mental Health

Post: Suicide Prevention SOL Programme Manager

Ref: REC1522

Location: Glasgow / Edinburgh

Hours: 37.5

Salary: £40,110 - £44,629 (Pay Point 38 - Pay Point 42)

Contract: Fixed Term

About the Role

The SAMH is the Outcome 2 Strategic Outcome Lead (SOL) for the implementation of the Scottish Government / COSLA suicide prevention strategy, Creating Hope Together. SOLs are responsible for providing prioritising the three-year action plan into annual delivery plans and setting approach for delivering them. SOLs also support and report on the work of delivery leads across a wide range of organisations within the Suicide Prevention Scotland delivery collective. Working closely with the SOLs for other outcomes and the National Delivery Lead the post holder will contribute to the leadership of Suicide Prevention Scotland.

What we are looking for

An experienced programme manager who is committed to reducing the risk of suicide in Scotland. In particular,

• Managing complex projects across sectors, particularly the interface between third sector and public sector.

• Managing relationships to inspiring and motivating partners to work towards common objectives.

• Being led by evidence from those with lived and living experience as well as academic and professional knowledge.

• Focus on delivery thought problem solving and confident decision making.

What we will provide for you

You will work in a supportive environment and will be provided with a full induction and training opportunities. You will be given the chance to develop your knowledge and skills, as well as develop professionally. Some of our benefits include;

Reimbursement of PVG

• Funded continuous learning and development opportunities, access to over 100 courses online in addition to classroom and virtual training sessions

• 30 days annual leave rising to 33 after 5 years’ service

• 4 public holidays

• 2 paid wellbeing days off per year to use on what matters to you.

• Team wellbeing budgets

• Workplace pension scheme

• Life Assurance policy

• Employee Assistance Programme

Closing date for applications will be Friday 26th July 2024 at 12 noon.

If you’d like an informal chat about this role and working for SAMH, please contact: Dan Farthing, Head of Suicide Prevention on dan.farthing@samh.org.uk

To apply and for further information please visit; https://www.samh.org.uk/information/work-with-us

PVG Scheme Membership, a Right to Work in the UK check and proof of any qualifications declared in your application will be required.

Applications are welcome from people who have experienced mental health difficulties.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high level of applicants and would encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. (Delete if not required)

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