Board Directors (2 vacancies) Scottish Swimming, Stirling

Join the Board of Scottish Swimming

Scottish Swimming is looking for two dynamic and committed individuals to join its Board of Directors and help shape the future of aquatic sport in Scotland.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role within a high-performing organisation. As a Board Director, you will provide strategic insight, support and constructive challenge to ensure the successful delivery of our Corporate Plan and long-term sustainability.

The role requires attendance at approximately six Board meetings per year (typically in Stirling), the AGM in September, and occasional additional meetings or events.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic insight, support and constructive challenge to delivery of the Corporate Plan and long‑term sustainability; attend approximately six Board meetings per year (typically in Stirling), the AGM in September, and additional meetings or events as required.

Stakeholder Engagement / Governance

• Board‑level leadership and governance experience, with strong strategic planning and organisational development expertise.
• Proven ability and experience influencing and engaging senior stakeholders, including government and national/international partners, with strength in communications and reputation management.
• Insight‑driven and community‑focused, using data and sector knowledge to support the sustainability of facilities, environmental objectives and positive national outcomes.

Athlete Development / High Performance Environments

• Lived experience of athlete development and high‑performance environments, with insight into quality coaching, performance centres and clean sport (UKAD).
• A strong understanding of the full pathway, from Learn to Swim through to elite performance.
• The confidence and credibility to champion the athlete voice at Board level, ensuring athlete perspectives shape strategic decisions.

Closing Date

Monday 8th June 2026

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