Eventing Ireland is the national governing body of the sport of Eventing, an Olympic equestrian discipline consisting of three phases (dressage, show jumping and cross country) done in one day, where men and women compete equally.
Eventing Ireland is looking for a voluntary director to join our organisation, which is currently transitioning from a Register of Friendly Societies to a CLG. The position will be a co-opt position and the successful candidate would be required to carry out the normal duties associated with being a Board member in line with the Eventing Ireland Handbook. Eventing Ireland is currently implementing the Sports Governance Code.
Skills Required
● a Board member with expertise in business, particularly Marketing and Sponsorship. If you have experience in these areas and want to play a role in our company, we would be very keen to hear from you
● Experience of sourcing and successfully managing sponsorship relationships with industry
● An ability for marketing services in the not-for-profit sector
● Ideally the candidate will have an understanding and an appreciation of the voluntary sector
● Providing general expertise on all matters relating to Marketing and Sponsorship
● Prior experience preferable of operating at board/senior management level
● Commitment to the Constitution of Eventing Ireland
● Knowledge or experience in working with sporting organisations is an advantage as is a knowledge of the sport
To take on this opportunity, you must have a record of accomplishment, at a senior level in your field and ideally, but not necessarily, have previous experience as a Board Director, with the insights to support the General Manager, Management Committee and the Board of Eventing Ireland in implementing the vision, mission and values of the organisation. Full training will be given in the Roles and Responsibilities of the Board.
Commitment
Board meetings are held approximately 8-10 times a year with the addition of the AGM during February or March. The meetings may be a combination of online and in person (held in Newbridge) and take around 3 hours, starting at 6pm. All directors must have the time to commit to fulfil the role.
Must be resident in Ireland
Term of Office
The appointment will be for a period of up to a total of three years. A further term of three years may be an option.
Support and Training
All new board members are offered a formal induction and provided with access to all relevant policies, procedures, financial data and the Board handbook. The Chair of the Board and other Board members will be available for support and advice.
To comply with current governance of the gender equality, 40% of one gender must be represented
How to apply
Please send your letter of interest along with your CV to email Alison Packman by noon on Friday 2 May
Key reference links:
www.eventingireland.com
