Edinburgh University Student's Association has an exciting opportunity to join the Board of Trustees as a
External Trustee
**Please note that the role of Trustee is an unpaid volunteer position**
The Role
The Trustee Board at the Students' Association has ultimate responsibility for ensuring good governance, and that
the organisation has a clear purpose and strategy which it is fulfilling effectively. It is also responsible for
the legal and financial health of the organisation, and sets future direction. As such, Trustees of Edinburgh
University Students’ Association are collectively responsible for the legal and financial health of the
organisation and for ensuring good governance
The role of the External Trustee is to utilise their personal and professional skills, experience and knowledge to
support and assist the Students’ Association in developing and delivering its Mission, Vision and Values, and
achieving its organisational goals. The External Trustee will be an active and contributing member of the Board
at all levels, individually and collectively responsible for ensuring organisational compliance in all areas of
legislation, policy and procedure, and ensuring that the Board reaches structured and sound decisions.
The Board of Trustees meets 5 times per year; Subcommittees of the Board generally meet 3-4 times per year.
Additional communication may be required between meetings via email, and Board members will also be required to
set time aside in advance of meetings to read all papers relating to meetings.
This is a great opportunity to be involved in the running of the Students’ Association during an exciting period
of change
The Person
We are looking for applicants who share our passion for the student experience, with a keen interest in contributing
to the effective governance and organisational development of the Students' Association. This is not a
political position so candidates should apply based on their skills, experience and ability to carry out the
role.
The ideal candidate will have proven, relevant senior professional/management experience, with an understanding and
acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities involved in trusteeship. Previous experience of
board membership and/or policy development would also be a distinct advantage.
Equally important is the commitment to supporting the work of the Students’ Association through participation in the
Trustee Board. We are also looking for individuals who can demonstrate sound judgement, a creative and
innovative approach, strong communication skills, and a 'can-do' attitude.
We are particularly keen to meet candidates with commercial and financial insight and experience, given our varied
services and sites and competitive landscape in the heart of the city of Edinburgh
Please note that candidates cannot be currently employed at the Students' Association or the University of
Edinburgh
Further Information
For more detailed information about both the role and candidate requirements, please download the Trustee Candidate
Pack below. Additionally, please don't hesitate to contact Sarah Purves (Director of Membership Support and
Development) sarah.purves@eusa.ed.ac.uk if you have any additional questions about this role.