RYA Scotland Board vacancies
RYA Scotland is currently seeking two passionate and skilled individuals to join our 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 we operate and ensuring we deliver meaningful impact in line with our People, Places and Communities strategy. If you’re enthusiastic about supporting our mission and have relevant experience in any of the areas outlined below, we’d love to hear from you.
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Full details about each role, including expectations and the commitment involved, can be found in our recruitment pack below:
Honorary Secretary
This role is central to ensuring good governance across the organisation. While boating or marine experience is not essential, we welcome applicants with professional backgrounds in:
- Sports governing bodies
- The third sector or charity sector
- Public sector
- Business, leadership, or governance
Director for Communications and Partnerships
This role supports our Communications & Engagement team in representing Scotland’s boating community and building strong, strategic partnerships. Ideal candidates may have experience in:
- Sponsorship and commercial partnerships
- Journalism, PR, or social media
- Marketing and content creation
How to apply
Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience, how you can support RYA Scotland’s mission, and your motivation for joining the Board to admin@ryascotland.org.uk
Application deadline: 30th November 2025
For any queries relating to the roles please contact the CEO finlo.cottier@ryascotland.org.uk
The RYA is committed to equality of opportunity.
As an equal opportunity and disability confident employer, we celebrate and welcome diversity in all its forms and believe that a diverse workforce boosts innovation, productivity, and creativity.
We are dedicated to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion and strive to be an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves. We would particularly encourage applications from ethnically diverse candidates who are currently underrepresented at the RYA.
