Cairn Housing Association Glasgow, Irvine, Edinburgh, Inverness
Board Member Vacancies
At Cairn Housing Association, we provide more than just housing. We create the conditions for people to live well, feel secure and thrive in their communities. Operating across 27 local authority areas, we manage 5,075 homes and over 700 factored properties, with an annual turnover of over £30 million. This is an exciting and pivotal time to join us as we invest in our people, strengthen the customer voice, launch a new business plan, pursue net‑zero, and grow our commercial subsidiary, Pentland Community Enterprises.
Why join our Boards?
* Influence real change in communities across Scotland
* Shape strategic decisions at a critical point in our development
* Use your skills for social impact, supporting high‑quality homes and services
* Grow your own experience with access to training and sector networks
About The Roles
Our Boards are made up of experienced, committed individuals who provide strategic leadership, oversight and constructive challenge. As part of our succession planning, we seek people who bring fresh perspectives, sound judgement and a genuine passion for our purpose. You will play a key role in ensuring strong governance and helping us deliver excellent services to our customers. Cairn Board members will also be expected to join either the Corporate Committee, or the Homes, Customers & Communities Committee.
Cairn Housing Association Board
We are particularly interested in applicants with skills or experience in:
* Strategic customer services and customer insight
* Asset management and property investment
* Development and regeneration
* Finance or accounting
* Health & safety
* Net zero and sustainability
* Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI)
* Homelessness or older people’s housing
* Digital strategy, data and AI
Pentland Community Enterprises Board
* Finance or commercial experience
* Community development insight
* Knowledge of, or connection to, the Caithness area
Our commitment to diversity
We are committed to building boards that better reflect the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people currently under‑represented at board level, including women, people from black and minority ethnic communities, and disabled people.
What is involved?
Cairn: 6 Board and 4 committee meetings per year as well as one strategy day and one development day. These may be virtual/hybrid or in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Irvine or Inverness.
PCE: 4 Board meetings per year and one strategy day.
These are voluntary roles, with expenses reimbursed and full support provided, including induction, training, mentoring and IT.
Make a difference
If you are looking for a role where you can contribute, influence and grow, while helping to deliver safe, sustainable homes and strong communities across Scotland, we would love to hear from you.
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