The Hunts FA is the governing body for football across Huntingdonshire. We are responsible for overseeing all aspects of the grassroots game in the County, providing the structure and support that enables our players, coaches, volunteers and referees to enjoy the beautiful game.

To support delivery of these commitments, the Hunts FA is seeking to recruit a new Independent Chair for its Inclusion Advisory Group (IAG) to:

• Lead and steer the IAG to promote inclusion and diversity throughout Huntingdonshire; this includes the provision for Women and Girls and those with a disability to have access to aspects of football within the County.

• Ensure a focused and strategic approach is adopted to developing inclusive policies and practices that promote opportunities for all members of our community to engage in grassroots football.

Hunts FA have recently achieved the Preliminary level of the Equality Standards and we are looking for a new Chair to build on these existing foundations to ensure that as many people as possible across Huntingdonshire have the opportunities they need to help them play, watch and volunteer in the game.

To join and chair the IAG successfully, the individual must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role on offer and how their expertise and experience will enable them to meet the essential and desirable criteria within the role. The interview panel must be convinced of the individual’s passion, inspiration and professionalism for the role.

The individual will need to be able to think strategically and be an advocate on the role of football within EDI and anti-discrimination with a proven ability to work collaboratively and challenge constructively.

It is an exciting, but challenging opportunity with the incentive of shaping the Hunts FA’s inclusion work and positively impacting the landscape of football at every level. The successful applicant will report to the Chair of the Board of Directors.

Applicants should be computer literate, ideally have a football interest though not essential, with presentation and communication skills capable of carrying out and implementing administrative systems.

The Hunts FA is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk, and anyone working with us will be required to follow the Hunts FA safeguarding policies.

What can the Hunts FA offer?

• An exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking, progressive business
• An exciting opportunity to work with key stakeholders within the grassroots and professional game
• A commitment to empowered and supportive personal development
• A personal accident policy

This is a voluntary position with a time commitment of 10-15 hours per month, the majority of which will be evening and weekend events and meetings.

If any questions arise about the role or clarity is required on the recruitment pack, please contact Hunts FA Director of Administration, Mark Ives
Mark.Ives@HuntsFA.com or call 01480 447480 / 07904193289.

Completed applications must be received before 5pm on Wednesday 12 March 2025. Interviews will be held week commencing 17 March 2025 at the Hunts FA Headquarters, Armstrong House in Huntingdon. Please note that we are unable to acknowledge receipt of applications.

Disability Confident

The Hunts FA prides its-self on being an employer who are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout our recruitment and selection process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Equality Statement

The Hunts FA believe that football belongs to, and should be enjoyed by, anyone who wants to participate in it. We are committed to promoting equality within the business in every aspect of its work and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, beliefs, and experiences to apply for this role, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.

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