BOWLS DEVELOPMENT ALLIANCE SEEKS CHAIRMAN TO DRIVE THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SPORT OVER THE NEXT FOUR YEARS

The Bowls Development Alliance is seeking an inspirational and visionary non-executive Chairman, to work with the present Board of Directors, to drive the development of the Bowls Development Alliance through the next four year funding cycle.

The BDA is funded by Sport England and supported by Bowls England (flat green outdoor bowls) and the English Indoor Bowling Association Ltd (flat green indoor bowls).

All three parties are committed to the vision to develop the sport of bowls across England, through increased participation by new and current players.

Experience & Skills Required

The successful candidate will be able to make a significant contribution to the Board of the BDA. This person must possess a range of skills and experience which are likely to include:

• Evidence of success in a professional career and accustomed to a high level of accountability
• Experience of serving boards, with good knowledge of governance and Board responsibilities
• Objective judgement and decision making skills with the ability to influence effectively
• Excellent communication, relationship and networking skills
• Experience in managing change

Note
Applicants must not be:

• a full time paid employee of Bowls England or EIBA Ltd
• a professional advisor to Bowls England or the EIBA Ltd
• a supplier of services or equipment to Bowls England or EIBA Ltd
• have a political or administrative role within the sport of bowls

The BDA positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

There will be an annual contribution of up £3,000 available towards expenses.

Candidate brief (attached)

To apply candidates should send the following:

• Letter of application highlighting relevant experience and skills for the post and motivation for applying.
• Curriculum vitae

Please apply by email to: The Acting Chair, BDA – jobs@playbowls.org or for an informal discussion please call Terry Maywood (Independent Non-Executive Director) on 07702 507777.

Closing date: 5pm, Tuesday 28th February 2017
Interviews: Thursday 23rd March 2017 in Royal Leamington Spa

Kind Regards

Matt Wordingham
Publications and Events
Administrator
t. 01926 334609

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