We are currently looking for motivated and committed individuals who share the Charity’s values and bring experience and expertise at a strategic level.

As a board member you are a non-executive director and trustee. In partnership with the other board members, you will be responsible for the governance of the organisation. For more information on the roles and responsibilities of being a trustee visit oscr.org.uk/guidance-and-forms/trustee-information-and-guidance-pack.

The Directors must also ensure that LGBT Youth Scotland complies with the Companies Act 2006 and all other relevant legislation.

We are looking to appoint a number of new board members including those who may be interested in taking on the position of Vice Convener or Convener at an appropriate time. Specific skills we are looking to recruit include:

• Youth Work and Safeguarding
• Fundraising
• Marketing
• Digital Service Delivery
• Building a Social Enterprise

A strong profile in the third, public or corporate sector would be advantageous.

Your board position will be confirmed after successful short-listing, interview and any necessary checks including PVG, references, and your right to work in the UK.

If you feel you have the relevant experience and can meet the essential criterial in the role, we would love to hear from you. We always welcome applications that clearly demonstrate the skills and criteria we need, whether that be in a professional or volunteer capacity.

We also appreciate that the best person for the role might not have all the essential and desirable criteria, so if you are unsure whether your skills and experience fit the specification, please contact us for an informal conversation prior to applying.