Scotland Committee Member

Organisation: Equality and Human Rights Commission

Job title: Scotland Committee Member

Salary amount: £250 per day, plus any reasonable expenses

Contract type: Fixed contract

Location of position: Scotland

Application deadline: 27/09/2024

Job description

Are you passionate about promoting equality and human rights in Scotland? Do you have experience operating at a senior level, with a commitment to active listening, collaborative working, and strategic thinking, while exercising impartiality. If so, we have a unique opportunity for you to make a difference as a Scotland Committee Member for the Equality and Human Rights Commission.

Our Scotland Committee is responsible for overseeing and guiding the Commission's work in Scotland, advising our Commissioners on policies and programs affecting people living in Scotland, contributing a Scottish perspective to the Commission's strategic and business plans, and advising on matters relating to equality and human rights.

As a Committee Member, you will work closely with the Committee chair and Scotland Commissioner, Dr Lesley Sawers, and support the Commission's important work of promoting equality and human rights for the people of Scotland. You will have the opportunity to shape the development of policy and strategic priorities in Scotland and represent the Commission in Scotland.

But being a Committee Member isn't just about the work you'll be doing. It's about the impact you'll be making. Our current Committee Members have shared how being a part of the Committee has given them a unique opportunity to make a difference, to influence the equality and human rights agenda in Scotland, and to develop their personal skills through interesting and thought-provoking debate on current equality issues.

To be considered for this unique opportunity, we seek individuals with significant senior-level experience who value diversity of thought and opinion. Candidates from the third sector, NGOs, or charities are particularly encouraged to apply. We are looking for experts by experience, especially those with a strong background in regulation and a proven understanding of the equality and human rights agenda across Britain, with a specific focus on Scotland. A practical understanding of Scotland's social, economic, cultural, legal, and political contexts is essential. We particularly welcome applications from people who belong to disadvantaged groups including disabilities and ethnic minorities.

If you have a passion for promoting equality and human rights, along with the necessary skills and experience, we invite you to apply. You will have the chance to work with dedicated and expert colleagues, shape policy and strategic priorities, and make a real difference in the lives of people in Scotland.

How to apply

Information sessions
If you would like to find out more about this role we will be hosting a couple of informal online information sessions during the application period and before the closing date. These sessions will be open to anyone interested in applying for these roles.

The online sessions will be held during the weeks of the 9th and 16th of September. They will last about an hour. The Scotland Commissioner and/or members of the Scotland Committee and EHRC staff will host the sessions and talk about the role and answer any questions you might have.

If you are interested in signing up to one of these sessions please send an email with the email header ‘Request to join information session’ to scotlandcommissioner@equalityhumanrights.com by Friday 6th September and we will contact you with further details.

How to apply
To apply, please send an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae and supporting statement of no more than 1,000 words in total, outlining how you believe you meet the essential and desirable criteria.
Where you give examples, these can be taken from any aspect of your life that you consider most relevant. Wherever possible, however, we would recommend that you use an example of a recent event, ideally within the last 2 to 3 years.
As well as the CV and supporting statement please also:
• complete the recruitment information pack, where you can:
• provide details for two referees.
• complete the monitoring information form.
• complete the Guaranteed Interview Scheme declaration, if applicable
• provide details of any reasonable adjustments, if applicable
• complete the declarations.

Completion of the monitoring information form is not mandatory. If you choose to complete this form, you will assist the Commission in monitoring our efforts towards achieving an inclusive and diverse workforce and it may be used as part of the selection process in instances where it is lawful to take positive action. Completed forms will be treated in accordance with Data Protection Legislation and the Commission’s privacy notice - EHRC Privacy Notice

Please send your completed application to: scotlandcommissioner@equalityhumanrights.com by 5pm on the closing date, 27th September 2024.

Application pack

Recruitment Information Pack Scotland Committee Aug 24.rtf
Scotland Committee members candidate brief.docx