JOB DESCRIPTION

The Camanachd Association board are seeking to appoint a Chief Executive Officer to lead the Camanachd Association and further develop Shinty in Scotland. The successful candidate will be an experienced leader with a high level of integrity and a proven track record in management, administration, finance, sponsorship/fundraising, marketing and communication.

The Camanachd Association is the Governing Body for the sport of shinty.  The Association was established in 1893 and is now a not-for-profit limited company based in Inverness with ten full-time staff. The overall aim of the Camanachd Association is to: “Foster, encourage, promote and develop the sport of shinty.”

Applicants should submit a CV and covering letter to burton.morrison@Shinty.com with a closing date at 5pm, Friday 21st August and interviews will take place within three weeks of closing date. Please find full applicant pack below.

Chief Executive Officer - Vacancy - Job Description and Person Spec.pptx

Salary: £52- 65K subject to skills and experience

Reporting to: President of Camanachd Association

Location: This is a full time, permanent position combining home-based working with regular attendance at the Association’s Head Office in Inverness and travel throughout Scotland. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements will be considered to support the successful candidate.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Given the nature of the role, the successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly, including regular evening and weekend commitments in support of Board meetings, competitions, events and stakeholder engagement.

Apply: CV and covering letter to burton.morrison@shinty.com

Closing Date: 21st August 2026

Interviews: Within three weeks of closing date at Bught Park, Inverness.

Enquiries: Email burton.morrison@shinty.com with questions or to arrange a chat.