Jennifer Barsby

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Jen started this role in August 2022 after returning from Maternity Leave, but has been in SDS since July 2013 and was previously the Opportunities and Equalities Manager.

With more than 16 years experience working in sports development, Jen’s previous posts include Active Schools Coordinator and Disability Development Officer as well as 10 years coaching in a voluntary capacity for the Scottish Boccia Squad.

Jen is in her second term on the Commonwealth Games Scotland Board as a Non- Executive Director and, as part of this role, she is on the Team Scotland Youth Trust Board. In a separate voluntary role with Team Scotland, Jen was the Accommodation and Village Manager for Team Scotland for the Gold Coast 2018 Games. Jen also attended two Special Olympic Games, one as a coach and one as Deputy Chef De Mission for the Forth Valley Team. Educational qualifications include a BA (Hons) Degree in Sport Studies and Business Studies from Stirling University.

Outside of work, Jen enjoys spending time with her family and friends and travelling the world at any opportunity.