Director of External Affairs

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion please get in touch with David Currie or Nigel Fortnum at Aspen People on 0141 212 7555.

To apply for the role of of Director of External Affairs at the Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA), please send a tailored CV and covering letter (as one combined document).  Your covering letter should make a compelling case for why you feel motivated to apply for this role within SFHA, as well as giving a concise overview of your most relevant skills and experience. Your letter should fill no more than two pages of A4.

Applicants must reside in and hold full right to work in the UK.

We welcome applications from candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse organisation providing a supportive place for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career.

Please upload your CV and covering letter (as one combined document) by clicking on the link below:

• Apply here

Please note that you will receive an automatic acknowledgement of your application – if you do not receive this please contact Nicole Don at Aspen on 0141 212 7555.

Recruitment Timescales and Process

Closing date for applications is 12th January 2026 

• 1^st stage interview – In person competency-based interview – 21st January 2026
• Final Interview – In person competency-based interview & presentation – week commencing 26th January 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any point, therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Please note: If you have any special requirements or adjustments before an interview, please let us know.