Board appointments
SHR’s Board members are public appointments made by Scottish Ministers. Members are normally appointed for a four year term, which can be extended to a maximum of eight years.
Watch this video to find out more about our work.
Recruitment to SHR’s Board is regulated by the Ethical Standards Commissioner.
Find out more about public appointments, how to apply and FAQs.
Current vacancies
Scottish Ministers are not currently recruiting to appoint to our Board. We expect the next round of recruitment to be during 2025.
View our Board member Helen Trouten Torres as well as other public body board members speak about their experiences on applying to become board members.
Video 1: What board do you serve on?, Video 2: Why do you want to serve on a board? , Video 3: Advice for those wishing to apply
Diversity and gender equality
We want people from diverse backgrounds. Applications are particularly welcome from groups currently under-represented on Scotland’s public bodies, such as women, ethnic minorities and people aged under 50. They would also encourage applications from those with personal experience of having a disability arising from a physical or mental impairment. Previous board level experience is not essential.
Read more about our work on gender equality on public boards