Independent Non-Executive Director

Organisation: Birmingham County FA
Salary: Voluntary with reasonable expenses and additional benefits
Location: Birmingham
Contract type: Volunteer
Closing date: 31 March 2026
Interview date: 29 April 2026
Job Description: Birmingham County FA is recruiting for 3 Independent Non-Executive Directors specialising in the following areas:

• Finance

• HR / Legal

• EDI / Charity

The successful candidate will provide independent oversight and strategic guidance, bringing objective judgment to Board discussions and ensuring decisions are made in the best interests of football across the county.

They will support strong governance and accountability by constructively challenging the Senior Leadership and executive team, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, financial and FA Code of Governance and Safeguarding standards. They should also have an understanding of good governance principles, including board responsibilities, accountability, regulatory compliance and an awareness of organisational finance.
How to apply: To apply, please send the requested documents below marked “Board application - Private and Confidential” to: Kevin Shoemake, CEO, Birmingham County FA, Ray Hall Lane, Great Barr, Birmingham, B43 6JF or via email to Kevin.Shoemake@BirminghamFA.com. A maximum TWO page covering Letter – detailing which of the three strategic roles you are applying for along with a summary of your specific skills, knowledge and experience and any football and/or sport involvement and current and/or previous Directorships and why you wish to be considered and what you will bring to the association.