Advertised from 8 July 2025

Role

Become a Board Member at MECOPP

Make a difference to the lives of unpaid carers in Scotland’s most marginalised communities.

The Role

Are you passionate about social justice and the care and support provided to carers from Scotland’s most marginalised communities?

Do you have a few hours to spare each month?

If so, we’d love to hear from you.

About MECOPP

MECOPP (Minority Ethnic Carers of People Project) is Scotland’s leading Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) carers organisation. Since 2000, we have supported carers from minority ethnic and other marginalised communities who experience disadvantage due to one or more protected characteristics.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking three new Board Members to help guide and support our next phase of growth and strategic development.

• As a Board Member, you will:
• Attend 4–6 meetings per year
• Act as an ambassador for MECOPP
• Provide advice and support to staff
• Help ensure good governance and oversight

This is a rewarding opportunity for anyone keen to influence and shape the future of MECOPP and advocate for carers from diverse backgrounds.

What You’ll Bring

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those with:

• A strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion
• An understanding of the issues faced by unpaid carers and marginalised groups
• Passion for promoting social justice

We are especially interested in candidates with skills in:

• Strategic planning
• Risk management
• Human resources
• Financial oversight

Support and Expenses

This is a voluntary (unpaid) role. However, all reasonable out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed.

New trustees will be supported through a full induction and ongoing training.

Application notes

To express your interest, please send:

• A current CV
• A short personal statement explaining why you’d like to join our Board and what skills or experience you would bring

Email your application to: info@mecopp.org.uk

Closing date: Friday, 8th August 2025

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact our CEO, Margaret Chiwanza: margaret@mecopp.org.uk

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Trustee of MECOPP. We look forward to hearing from you.