Job Opportunity - EHRC Scotland Commissioner

26 Jan 2010

Equality and Human Rights Commission
Appointment of Scotland Commissioner
www.appointments.org.uk  

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) exists to encourage and support the development of a society in which people are not limited by prejudice or discrimination, ensuring there is respect for each individual’s human rights. The EHRC has achieved a great deal but there is a lot more to be done.

The Government, with the introduction of the Equality Bill, is ensuring that the momentum of progress is maintained.
We are looking for a Commissioner for Scotland who will help the EHRC make a full contribution to this important agenda by working to:
• Shape the strategy and priorities of the EHRC, and monitor their implementation and effectiveness;
• Provide effective corporate governance of the EHRC, ensuring that proper organisational structures, controls, systems and processes are in place and holding the executive to account;
• Chair the Statuatory Scotland Committee and champion the EHRC in Scotland;
• Build and maintain positive and effective working relationships with stakeholders.

Candidates will have:
• A passion for, and commitment to, equality and tackling discrimination;
• An understanding of the wider, strategic context of equalities, human rights and good relations in Scotland together, with an understanding of the work of the Scottish Government and Scottish Parliament and how this will impact on the work of the EHRC;
• Proven experience and understanding of management and governance challenges gained at a senior level;
• The ability to think strategically and to drive forward strategic development across a range of issues;
• The ability to build and maintain partnership with a range of stakeholders;
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

How to apply

If you think you have the skills and experience we require and want to apply please call 0870 240 3802 during office hours or go to: www.appointments.org.uk/vacancies, quoting reference GEO9134C, for an information pack (which is available in large type or Braille or on tape).
The closing date for applications: 12 noon on 7 February 2010. Interviews will be held in Edinburgh in late February 2010.

The Government is committed to providing equal opportunities for all, irrespective of age, disability, gender, marital status, civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment and working patterns and to the principle of public appointments based on merit with independent assessments, openness and tansparency of process.

Commissioners will receive £500 per day for around 20-30 days a year. The initial appointment will be for 3 years.
Further information on the Equalities and Human Rights Commission can be found at www.equalityhumanrights.com