An exciting new opportunity on the British Triathlon Federation Board

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There has never been a more exciting time for British Olympic summer sports, and there has never been a more exciting time for triathlon in Great Britain.  British Triathlon plays a leading role in the development of triathlon, a fast growing, dynamic and modern sport.  With a remit to raise profile and deliver the performance pathway, significant progress has been made, with triathlon events in Britain televised across Europe, and Britain recognized as a leading performer in delivering world triathlon championship events.

However, we are looking to build on this to lift the sport to new levels and are therefore looking to co-opt an outstanding applicant to the position of Independent Director –Communications and Marketing to the British Triathlon Federation Board.  As a Board member, the Director will assess the communications and marketing strategy of the organisation objectively and impact on the implementation of the whole strategy for British Triathlon Federation.

The British Triathlon Federation, a company limited by guarantee, acts as the governing body for the sport and recreation of Triathlon and associated disciplines in Great Britain, the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands. The Board currently consists of the President, Chief Executive Officer, five Portfolio Directors and three representatives from the National Associations.

The successful candidate will be appointed for a period of two years from appointment and will be subject to all the commensurate fiduciary responsibilities and duties.  This is a voluntary Board position with reasonable reimbursement in line with our expenses policy.

Applications should be made in writing detailing your qualifications, experience and interest in the role, and sent marked “Private and Confidential” to Sue Roberts, HR Manager, British Triathlon Federation, PO Box 25, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3WX or email sueroberts@britishtriathlon.org.

If you wish to discuss the role further before applying, enquiries can be made to the Chief Executive, Zara Hyde Peters, via email: zarahydepeters@britishtriathlon.org

The closing date for applications is Monday, 22nd March 2010. Final interviews of shortlisted candidates are currently anticipated to take place on 30th/31st March 2010 in London.

The British Triathlon Federation is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring that no job applicant, employee, volunteer or member receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, gender, disability, race, ethnic origin, nationality, colour, parental or marital status, pregnancy, religious belief, class or social background, sexual preference or political belief.

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