Golf Ireland is seeking expressions of interest for two Nominated Director roles to serve on its Board.
The Board works closely with the wider Golf Ireland team and stakeholders to continue to grow the game in Ireland.
Golf is the fourth largest participation sport in ireland and has successfully completed the transition from separate governing bodies to one covering both the Men’s and Women’s games.
With more than 215,000 Golf Ireland affiliated members and a network of 379 clubs across the island of Ireland. Golf Ireland’s stated purpose is to be a modern, inclusive and cohesive governing body that untaps the immense potential of golf throughout the island.
In order to meet the Irish Government’s requirements for gender representation on the boards of sports governing bodies, the appointee to one of these director positions must be male. The second appointee can be male or female.
Directors must clearly demonstrate their ability to meet the requirements of the role, explaining how their experience and technical skills will assist them.
In order to provide a balanced skill set Golf Ireland is seeking applicants specifically with experience or knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
• Corporate governance;
• Finance, auditing;
• Commercial, marketing and sponsorship;
• Sports and/or Golf administration;
• Senior level experience or knowledge of sporting systems.
Candidates must demonstrate in their application, evidence of:
• Board or similar experience in an organisation of commensurate size;
• Understanding ofthe not-for-profit, membership-based sports governing body sector;
• Be prepared to make a time commitment to their work commensurate with their role;
• Independence of thought and sound judgement;
• Integrity with strong ethical approach;
• Strong communications, interpersonal and relationship skills;
• An understanding of good governance practices and company regulation;
• Understanding of the importance of equality, inclusion and diversity in golf.
Board Commitment
The role of Director is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although expenses for travel and subsistence may be claimed in accordance Golf Ireland’s Volunteer Expenses Policy.
Meetings are generally held during business hours from Monday-Friday at Carton Demesne, Maynooth, Co. Kildare or via remote conference call. Meetings generally last for 2-3 hours.
Board members also sit on relevant National Sub Committees based on their relevant skills set/interest. These committees typically meet once a quarter.
Expressions of interest for these significant roles are now welcome and should be submitted to board@golfireland.ie.
Please note the closing date for applications is 5.00 pm on Wednesday 24th of January.
Applications will be assessed by an Independent Nominations Committee which will propose candidates for appointment to the Board.
The positions of President-elect (Connacht region) and Regional Director (Ulster region) are also due to be elected at the 2024 Golf Ireland AGM on 23 March.
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