| Job title | Communications Officer | 
| Reference | CO/11/25 | 
| Contract | Permanent, Full time (36 hours per week ) | 
| Salary | £35,542 | 
| Location | Glasgow Office (with occasional home working) | 
| Closing date | 10th November at 9 a.m. | 
Job Advert
Are you a skilled communicator with a passion for social justice and storytelling?
We are looking for a talented Communications Officer to join our dynamic team at Scottish Refugee Council.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in public relations, journalism, or marketing, who is ready to use their communications expertise to amplify refugee voices, grow our reach, and support our mission to stand with people seeking refugee protection in Scotland.
This role reports directly to the Media and Communications Manager.
About us
Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. Every year, we provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland, standing up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland.
The vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and can achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at www.scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.
Employee benefits package
- 39 days of leave (including public holidays)
- Progressive salary structure
- Flexible working options
- Training and development opportunities
- Union recognition
- Fresh fruit, tea & coffee in office
- Enhanced pay benefits
- Enhanced pension
- Counselling & coaching service
- Cycle to work scheme
- Eye care scheme
- Death in service & 24-hour GP service
Interviews are expected w/c 24th November 2025
How to apply
- Job Description
- Download and complete our job application form
- Download and complete the Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form
- Email both forms to recruitment@scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk by closing date.
This post will be subject to a Disclosure checks.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants require to have existing right to work in the UK.
Please note that feedback can only be provided to applicants who reach the interview stage.
Scottish Refugee Council is working towards being an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community, irrespective of age; disability; gender reassignment; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion and belief; sex and sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status.
We are an accredited Scottish Living Wage employer.
Scottish Refugee Council is a Registered Charity. Charity Number: SC008639