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  • Editor
    with The Adam Smith Global Foundation

    Volunteer Opportunity No. VO102279 - Created/last updated: 03/02/2025



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    About this opportunity:Are you passionate about history and skilled in editing? Why not join the Adam Smith Heritage Centre as a Heritage Editor and help bring history to life! The Adam Smith Heritage Centre are looking for someone with editing experience and a keen interest in history to support a range of exciting heritage projects.

    Your role will involve refining historical content, ensuring it's engaging and accessible to the public, and helping to create easy-to-read, well-crafted materials that tell the fascinating story of Adam Smith and Kirkcaldy's rich heritage. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to an important project, develop your editorial skills, and be part of a friendly, enthusiastic team.

    If you love working with words, shaping narratives, and making history more accessible then get in touch today and be part of something truly special.

    Takes place:
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    Thursdays
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    Saturdays
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    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:Comprehensive Overview about the Adam Smith Heritage Centre, its mission, and its exhibits. Adam Smith Knowledge: Basic information about Adam Smith's life, work, and legacy to help volunteers engage with visitors and provide accurate information.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - reimburse for travel if needed max 0.45p p/m

    Experience required:A passion for history and heritage with strong communication, writing and proofreading skills. The ability to work independently as well as being a team player with the willingness to collaborate with staff and other volunteers.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsAdam Smith Global Foundation 1 Adam Smith Close, Kirkcaldy, KY1 1HL, Scotland

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.

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