Part-Time Independent Director – Business
Job Description
British Triathlon wish to recruit an Independent Non-Executive Director, with a specific portfolio for Business. This voluntary role is for an initial four-year term, and are now inviting applications.
British Triathlon plays a leading role in the development of triathlon, a fast growing, dynamic and modern sport. With a remit to raise the profile and deliver the performance pathway, significant progress has been made, with triathlon events in Britain televised across Europe, and Britain recognized as a leading performer in delivering world triathlon championship events. Twice winner of the SIA National Governing Body of the Year, British Triathlon’s Board aspires to excellence.
British Triathlon, a company limited by guarantee, acts as the governing body for the sport and recreation of Triathlon and her associated disciplines in Great Britain, the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands. The Board currently consists of the President, Chief Executive Officer, five independent Portfolio Directors and three representatives from the National Nations.
Our Portfolio Directors are appointed by the Board based on who meets the skills and experience we are seeking. In order to apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate that you have previous experience within a Non-Executive Director role and can demonstrate a big picture understanding of the wide role that business plays within sport.
With our governance structure and vision, we need individuals who can help develop and maintain British Triathlon’s strategic focus and direct the organisation towards its future. You would need to be able to make a commitment to British Triathlon and devote the necessary time, have strategic vision, independent judgement, an ability to think creatively and a willingness to speak your mind.
Ideally, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
- An impressive track record of success in the private, public and/or voluntary sector
- The ability to operate at Board level for a National Governing Body (NGB)
- A good understanding of the role that sport plays in society
- Ability to think creatively and strategically; the skills to challenge current thinking at Board level
- A clear commitment to improving diversity and equality and understanding the needs of under-represented groups in sport
- A good understanding of the UK’s sporting landscape
We seek to enhance our Board leadership and governance in sync with the changing market conditions and regulatory requirements. To achieve a more diverse Board of Directors and in line with our Equality and Diversity Policy, we actively encourage response from a diverse disability/ethnic/gender bias to reflect our market and membership base/demographic.
We can pay travel expenses and provide a full induction to the NGB’s work. You will be expected to attend four Board meetings a year, which are normally held on a Saturday in Loughborough. In addition, we would encourage your attendance at a number of triathlon events.
If you wish to discuss either role further before applying, enquiries can be made to the BTF President, Ian Howard TD, by emailing Ia*******@br**************.org
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV with a covering letter that explains what motivates you to apply and how you meet our requirements by email to hr@britishtriathlon.org. The closing date for applications is 5pm 31st December 2016. Interviews will take place in Loughborough Tuesday 31st January 2017 Full details and role specifications can be found at www.britishtriathlon.org/about/vacancies. British Triathlon is an equal opportunities employer. Details of our equal opportunities policy can be found on our website: www.britishtriathlon.org under ‘About Us’ and then ‘Policy Documents’.871 total views, 0 today