Advertised from 27 March 2026

Role

About Youth Scotland

Youth Scotland is the national charity for community‑based youth work. Our purpose is to grow and develop community‑based youth work so that young people can achieve their full potential. We deliver through four pillars: Membership, Programmes, Training and Youth Awards (Hi5, Dynamic Youth and Youth Achievement Awards).

The opportunity

We are seeking a visible, values‑led Chief Executive to lead the organisation into its next phase—strengthening our network, championing youth work nationally, and working with partners and funders to secure sustainable impact.

You will bring

• Strategic leadership and relationship‑building across government, funders and the youth work sector.
• A strong understanding of Scotland’s youth work policy landscape and voluntary sector governance.
• Finance and fundraising acumen, with experience of complex budgets and diversified income.

Application notes

The closing date for applications is Monday 20 April

Interviews will be held in Edinburgh on Thursday 30 April.

Application is by CV and Cover letter explaining how you meet the criteria. Details of how to submit these are on our website: https://www.youthscotland.org.uk/vacancies/chief-executive-ys-ce26/  

For an informal and confidential discussion about the role please contact mike.strang@youthscotland.org.uk. Mike is available for calls 31 March, 1 April and 2 April.

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