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APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE SCOTTISH FUEL POVERTY ADVISORY PANEL
Locations: Edinburgh & Glasgow, United Kingdom
Number of Openings: 2
Apply Before: 01/09/2025, 23:59
The Cabinet Secretary for Housing is seeking to appoint 2 x panel members to the Scottish Fuel Poverty Panel (SFPAP). The advert for panel members is now live at Appointment of Members to the Scottish Fuel Poverty Advisory Panel - Scottish Government Recruitment Careers and contains further details on the roles available.
LENGTH OF TERM
The appointments are initially for up to four years starting from 1 January 2026, with the possibility of reappointment subject to evidence of effective performance and satisfying the skills and knowledge required at the time of reappointment and beyond. Any appointment and subsequent reappointment will not extend beyond a maximum of eight years in total.
ABOUT THE SCOTTISH FUEL POVERTY ADVISORY PANEL
The Fuel Poverty (Targets, Definition and Strategy) (Scotland) Act 2019 sets out the Scottish Government’s ambition to eradicate fuel poverty in Scotland, including statutory targets for fuel poverty and extreme fuel poverty by 2040 as well as interim targets for 2030 and 2035. The Act also established The Scottish Fuel Poverty Advisory Panel (SFPAP). More information on the remit of the SFPAP’s work can be found here: SFPAP Webpage.
The Tackling fuel poverty in Scotland: a strategic approach, supporting the delivery of Scotland’s fuel poverty targets, was published in December 2021. The Scottish Government are required by the 2019 Act to report on progress towards meeting the fuel poverty targets every three years, with the first report being published in April 2025 Tackling Fuel Poverty in Scotland: periodic report 2021-2024 - gov.scot.
The SFPAP is expected to meet after the publication of each report in order to consider progress toward meeting the fuel poverty targets, the likelihood of meeting the fuel poverty targets, and the extent to which the four drivers of fuel poverty are being addressed.
PANEL MEMBER ROLE
As a Member of the SFPAP, you will help to tackle fuel poverty and extreme fuel poverty by providing advice and suggestions to Scottish Ministers and others. You can view the Panel publications here including advice to Scottish Ministers, annual work plans, and the 3-year strategic plan.
You will attend regular meetings of the SFPAP and be suitably prepared to participate fully, with the opportunity to take part in additional working groups and meetings where appropriate. All SFPAP Members will be expected to be able to reflect critically on fuel poverty-related matters and to work together to identify viable solutions.
Previous Board experience is not required. The Chair will provide support in developing the skills and confidence of all Members so that they can take a full part in the work of the SFPAP.
You will work closely with other SFPAP Members to reach agreement on areas of interest and how you may influence the wider discussions on fuel poverty. You will bring not only your knowledge and experience to these discussions but also motivation and passion. Given the broad range of interests and backgrounds of SFPAP Members, you will work with your colleagues to identify common ground and reach an informed, shared view, which will be adopted by the Panel.
As part of the SFPAP you will help it to extend and maintain effective networks and partnerships in order to influence how we all think about fuel poverty and the actions we need to take to address it. Links are fostered across Scotland, from grass roots levels to national organisations and businesses. By working closely together and considering a broad range of views, you will participate in the SFPAP’s effective decision-making.
Through your work with the SFPAP you may have the opportunity to speak at public events, including in Parliament; representing the views of the SFPAP.
REMUNERATION AND TIME COMMITMENT
The appointment is remunerated at the rate of £173.99 per day. The day rate is reviewed annually in line with public sector pay policy. Travel and subsistence allowances are payable as are reasonable child and carer costs. The appointment is not pensionable. Successful applicants have the right to decline payment as we recognise this can impact negatively on welfare, pension and other income.
Appointments will start on 1 January 2026. Once appointed you will devote up to 12 days each year on core business; i.e. preparing for and attending routine meetings. The Chair has the discretion to approve up to 6 additional flexible days if required.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
In respect of these posts, both the priority and essential criteria are a mandatory requirement. The priority and essential criterial will be tested at both at application and at interview stage.
Please note that all applicants are required to meet at least one of the Priority Criteria and must meet all Essential Criteria.
Priority Criteria
1. Understanding and experience of Public Health.
2. Understanding and experience of Local Government.
Essential Criteria
1. Policy development and use of academic analysis.
2. Working Cooperatively & Collaboratively.
3. Analysis & Decision-Making
4. Long Term Planning & Seeing the Bigger Picture
5. Communication & Influence
Additionally, you will be asked to submit a written resume (max 1 page long) that sets out a tailored career history.
The Cabinet Secretary values highly the benefits of having different points of views on the board and welcomes applications from people with a range of backgrounds. The Chair of the Scottish Fuel Poverty Advisory Panel has written a letter included in this pack to provide some context about the Scottish Fuel Poverty Advisory Panel, its values, and how members work together.
If you have a disability and require an adjustment at any stage of the public appointments process, please get in touch with the Scottish Government, Public Appointments Team by email at public.appointments@gov.scot.
HOW TO APPLY FOR THESE ROLES
To apply visit Appointment of Members to the Scottish Fuel Poverty Advisory Panel - Scottish Government Recruitment Careers
To assist in your application, please read the Applicant Information Pack. The Pack includes further information on the role and additional details on the criteria being assessed.
Completed applications must be submitted by 23:59 on 1 September 2025, later applications cannot be considered by the panel.
If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the appointments process or if require further support with your application, please contact the Scottish Government, Public Appointments Team by email at public.appointments@gov.scot.
FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information about SFPAP and the roles, please contact Philippa Brosnan, Head of the SFPAP Secretariat at enquiries@fuelpovertypanel.scot.
The secretariat for the Scottish Fuel Poverty Advisory Panel are holding an information session for applicants on the Tuesday 12th August at 10:00- 11:00. The meeting will start with a short introduction and information about the Panel lasting 20 minutes followed by a 40 minutes Q&A.
If you wish to join the meeting anonymously, please click the link and choose to join through your web browser and then you can choose how your name will be displayed. Please choose if you want your camera on and have your mic muted unless you’re speaking, thank you in advance.
If you’re unable to attend this meeting you can request the slides and Q&A of the session by sending an email to enquiries@fuelpovertypanel.scot. The link to join can be found on page 16 of the Applicant Pack.
ABOUT PUBLIC APPOINTMENTS
Public appointments are made by Scottish Ministers. The appointments process is regulated by the Ethical Standards Commissioner you can find out more about the Commissioner here: Public appointments | Ethical Standards Commissioner
EQUALITY STATEMENT
Scottish Ministers value highly the benefits of diverse Public Body Boards. People from all walks of life are encouraged to apply for public appointments.
Find out more about our commitment to diversity and how we offer and support recruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them.
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