Are you passionate about football and ready to make a difference? Somerset FA is on the hunt for up to three dynamic Non-Executive Directors to join our board, helping drive forward the National Game Strategy and ensuring football in Somerset is accessible, inclusive, and fun for everyone.
We're particularly eager to strengthen our board in the following area: Legal: Advising the company on legal matters and overseeing that the company is legally compliant.
As a Non-Executive Director, you will:
* Help shape the vision, strategy, and future of football in Somerset.
* Contribute to key decisions on policies, plans, and financial investments.
* Ensure the game thrives in a way that is inclusive, diverse, and accessible to all.
Role Purpose
* To offer advice to Somerset FA on legal matters covering the spectrum of its activities.
* To make sure that Somerset FA remains compliant with its legal responsibilities.
* Oversee and support the area connected with the post holder's skill and specialism, with specific responsibilities provided on appointment.
General Responsibilities
* To serve as a Director of the Association and to actively participate in its strategic management.
* To execute the responsibilities of a Company Director in accordance with the Companies Act (2006) and other relevant legislation.
* To safeguard the assets of the business along with the interests of the Membership and stakeholders of the Association.
* Ongoing involvement in the planning and delivery of the SFA County Strategy & Business Plan.
* To ensure the effective implementation of Board decisions by the Chief Executive and the staff, providing a supportive role in helping achieve the strategic aims and objectives of the Association.
* To jointly oversee the management of risk to the Association.
* To develop and maintain an effective corporate governance structure.
* To monitor the financial affairs of the Association and ensure the effective use of SFA finances.
* To promote equality of opportunity and a football for all ethos in a safe sporting environment.
* To represent the Association to partners and stakeholders of the Association in a professional manner.
* To act with discretion in respect of sensitive, confidential, or commercial information provided to you in this role.
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