On Board for Sport

This area highlights the opportunities available within our member organisations to volunteer as a Director/Member on their Boards/Committees. These vacancies are often targeted for skills-based Directors and/or individuals who are independent of the Scottish Governing Body.  Increasing the diversity of board members is a key ambition.

Board vacancies present excellent opportunities for the development of new/existing skills, meeting new people, new networks and an unrivalled CPD opportunity to make a genuine difference to sport in Scotland. Each vacancy highlights the benefits of and requirements for each post and it should be noted that a detailed knowledge of the specific sport is often not necessary.

To advertise your Governing Body vacancy on this page fill in the following form and email to admin@thessa.org.uk

Board Vacancy Template

If you are interested in becoming a board member with an SGB and would like to be added to our specific 'On Board for Sport Mailing' list to be kept informed of opportunities please submit your contact details using our Mailing List Sign Up Form.

Paddle Scotland - Chair of the Board

Paddle Scotland is the governing body for paddlesport in Scotland. We are a membership organisation comprising more than 4,000 individual members including over 2,300 qualified coaches. We have a network of 80+ affiliated clubs and 40 delivery partners throughout Scotland offering a range of paddlesport disciplines.

Closing date: 23:59, Sunday 19th October 2025


RYA Scotland - Honorary Secretary and Director for Communications and Partnerships

RYA Scotland is currently seeking two passionate and skilled individuals to join it's Board as voluntary non-executive directors, an Honorary Secretary and a Director for Communications and Partnerships. 
 
The RYA Scotland Board plays a vital role in shaping how the organisation operates and ensures meaningful impact is delivered in line with RYA Scotland's People, Places and Communities strategy. If you’re enthusiastic about supporting the Scottish boating community and have relevant experience across areas such as those listed below, please head to the RYA Scotland website, check out the full recruitment pack, and get in touch. 
 
Closing date: 30th November 2025