Voluntary Board Members

Scottish Federation of Housing Associations; Faifley, Duntocher; On-site; Full time

Job description

Knowes Housing Association Ltd is a Registered Social Landlord and a Scottish charity, providing social housing to over 1,000 households and factoring services to around 600 owners in the Faifley and Duntocher areas of Clydebank.

The Board, also know as the Governing Body, plays a key role in the organisation.Collectively it is responsible for ensuring the welfare of our customers, setting the strategic direction of the Association, ensuring financial viability, overseeing regulatory compliance, and holding the executive management team accountable.

We currently have vacancies on our Board, and we are looking to recruit new members to help ensure that we have the right balance of skills and experience to support our business needs. In particular, we would welcome individuals with expertise in finance, governance, compliance, and/or IT.

Previous experience in social housing is not essential for this role as it is more important to us that board members share our core values, demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment, and are willing to provide constructive challenge.

This is a voluntary, unsalaried role,but it offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference by helping to improve people’s lives and support the development of the Faifley and Duntocher communities. You will also benefit from valuable training and experience that can enhance your personal and professional development. We provide a full induction, ongoing learning opportunities, and reimbursement of reasonable out-of-pocket expenses, including travel and childcare.

Our Board meets once a month, usually on the first Tuesday at 6:30pm at our office in Faifley. Board members are also required to attend relevant training sessions and our biannual Board Away Days.

If you are interested in becoming a board member, please [e-mail] or alternatively you may wish to call 01389 877752 and ask to speak to Amy Sweeney, Corporate Services/Compliance Officer, for an informal chat about the role. Further information aboutKnowes Housing Association Ltd is available on our website:www.knowes.org .

Knowes Housing Association Ltd is an equal opportunities organisation. We are committed to ensuring that no individual is discriminated against on grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, pregnancy and maternity, or marriage and civil partnership.

Closing date for applications

Wednesday 8th July 2026, 17:00

Full salary & employment details

Our Board meets once a month, usually on the first Tuesday at 6:30pm at our office in Faifley. Board members are also required to attend relevant training sessions and our biannual Board Away Days.