Voluntary Board Members

Company: Scottish Federation of Housing Associations
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Location: Scotland
Job Description:

Join our Board for your chance to make a real and lasting difference to people and communities across Fife.

The position

Are you an experienced professional with a strong track record in board-level leadership? Do you want to use your expertise to shape the strategic direction of an organisation committed to providing affordable housing and developing vibrant communities in Fife? As one of the largest independent housing associations in the region, Fife Housing Group provides quality homes and services to over 2,500 households. We are dedicated to improving lives by delivering high-quality homes and supporting local communities and strengthening our Board by recruiting dynamic individuals with significant expertise in HR or finance and prior board-level or comparable executive experience. As a Board Member, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our sustainability whilst helping us to provide excellent housing and services to our tenants.

Key responsibilities

  • Providing strategic leadership and governance.
  • Contributing to the effective management of risk, audit processes, and long‑term business planning.
  • Using your board experience to offer insights into best governance practices.
  • Acting as an ambassador for Fife Housing Group, championing our commitment to quality housing and community support.

What we’re looking for

  • Proven expertise in HR or finance roles.
  • Strong understanding of strategic leadership and executive business management.
  • Prior experience serving on boards, particularly in the housing, public or charity sectors.

What’s in it for you?

  • The opportunity to influence decisions that have a positive impact on local people, places and communities.
  • The satisfaction of supporting an organisation with a strong social purpose, dedicated to delivering affordable, high-quality homes and services.
  • The chance to use your skills, knowledge and experience to help shape the future of a values‑led organisation.
  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support you in the role.

What we expect in return

  • The commitment to playing an active role in our governance by attending six Board Meetings each year and participating in any relevant sub‑committees.
  • Alignment with the values, culture and behaviours of Fife Housing Group.
  • A genuine interest in engaging with tenants, customers and communities to help shape our services.
  • The motivation to develop your skills, broaden your knowledge and make a meaningful contribution to the organisation’s future success.

This is a voluntary position with no remuneration.

Our promise

We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to building a Board that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026