Could you help influence how Scotlands data is used and understood
Scottish Ministers are recruiting members to theScotStat Board for Official Statistics. The purpose of the ScotStat Board is to provide recommendations advice and critical challenge to the Chief Statistician on the production and dissemination of Scottish devolved statistics.
Members of the Board will help promote innovation and set priorities for Official Statistics in Scotland. Members will become familiar with the Official Statistics landscape and gain experience of strategic thinking and influencing within Government. Members will have the opportunity to work alongside and network with individuals from a range of backgrounds from across Scotland.
We are particularly interested in recruiting Board members with expertise in one of the following areas:
Communications or data journalism
Health
Education
Users of the Census
Business
The Board meets around four times per year. You should ensure you have the agreement of your employer to attend meetings of the Board.
Meetings will normally be hybrid with in-person meetings in Atlantic Quay Glasgow.
Appointment will be for an initial term of two years.
Remuneration and Expenses
This is an unpaid role. However you may be able to claim reasonable travel and subsistence expenses.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the role are:
No specific qualifications are required.
Essential Criteria
Scottish Ministers welcome applications from people from a wide range of backgrounds who have the following skills and experience:
A list of topics covered by Scottish Government statistical publications is available on theScottish Government website. Devolved statistics are also published by other public bodies in Scotland includingNational Records of Scotland andPublic Health Scotland.
If you have any questions about the role or the ScotStat Board please contact
Application Process
Please provide your CV and a supporting statement (no more than 600 words) that outlines why you are interested in being a Board member and what you would bring to the role to.
Please only send your application to the email provided.
Closing date for applications is 23:59 - Sunday 9th August.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an informal interview.
The appointment process will aim to ensure a diversity of skills experience and demographic background in the composition of the Board.
Diversity and Inclusion
Delivering successful national services for Scotland is impossible without ensuring we consider the diverse needs perspectives and backgrounds of everyone in Scotland in our work.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and work to ensure a positive recruitment experience where everyone is treated fairly and with respect regardless of the outcome.
Board Member – ScotStat Board for Official Statistics • Glasgow, Scotland, UK
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