Voluntary Board Members in Dunfermline

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

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.

We are looking to strengthen 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.

We place great value on the contribution and insight a quality Board offers and the role of Board Member brings responsibility for developing and shaping strategy, monitoring performance and improving business effectiveness whilst maintaining strong working relationships among Board colleagues and our Business Leadership Team, ensuring that our decision-making reflects the influence and needs of our tenants.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

At Fife Housing Group, we develop and build sustainable communities, making it our priority to provide homes which help our tenants live the lives they choose.

We are passionate about what we do and the difference we can make, working hard to deliver positive impacts for our customers and their communities.

Our people are central to our success and we are committed to supporting, developing, rewarding and empowering everyone in our organisation – and we have the Platinum Investors in People (IIP) accreditation to prove it!

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.

To apply, please send us a copy of your CV together with a covering letter outlining the skills, experience and perspectives you would bring to our Board. Applications should be submitted to board@fifehg.org.uk. Closing date: Tuesday 30 June. Interview: By arrangement.