EDI Advisory Board Member

Description
The Scottish FA is fully committed to equality and to tackling discrimination in all its forms as well as ensuring that football is accessible to all. The role of the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Board (EDIAB) is to provide independent advice, guidance and recommendations on all equality matters to the Scottish FA Board and the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Manager of the Scottish FA.

We are looking to recruit two new members to the EDIAB and are seeking applications from individuals who are committed and passionate about equality and who are keen to use their background, experience and knowledge to add value and insight to the Board.

This is an exciting time to join the Scottish FA’s EDIAB, as we seek to develop a new strategy for equality in football, Scotland’s national game. The new strategy will replace the Football Unites:
Equality Framework. Our work will focus on addressing inequalities across all protected characteristics, taking an intersectional approach to tackling the barriers that some people face to engaging with football to the fullest of their ability and desire. In particular, we welcome applications from those who can support us in the key areas of:
Para Football & Accessibility, Active Anti‑Racism, and the Football vs Homophobia campaign.

The ideal candidate will therefore be a strategic thinker who is capable of guiding practical implementation, have previous or current Board experience and knowledge or experience of sport and/or Scottish football and the current challenges within the sector. If successful, availability will be required for a minimum of four meetings a year (in person).

Ian Maxwell
Chief Executive

Key Responsibilities
Please see attached for further details.

About Scottish Football Association The Scottish Football Association (also known as the Scottish FA) is the governing body of football in Scotland. Members include clubs in Scotland, affiliated national and local associations. It was formed in 1873, making it the second oldest national football association in the world.

Our vision is to harness the power of football to inspire the nation, transform lives and build a united and successful game. Through our Strategy, our commitment is to build on the successes of our men’s and women’s national teams, our manifesto to encourage future generations to play freely and safely, whilst showcasing the many ways in which football can improve everyday health, education and wellbeing in Scotland.