Non Executive Director - EHA Board - Commercial Director

Organisation: England Handball Association
Salary: Voluntary
Location: Home Based with Occasional Travel
Contract type: Volunteer
Closing date: 2 March 2026
Job Description: The England Handball Association (EHA) is seeking a Commercial Director to join the EHA Board of Directors.
The successful candidate will provide strategic oversight and leadership on commercial matters, supporting the development of sustainable revenue streams and commercial partnerships that underpin the long-term growth and success of handball in England.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide strategic oversight of EHA’s commercial strategy, including sponsorship, partnerships and revenue generation.
• Support the development and implementation of sustainable commercial models aligned with EHA’s vision and values.
• Offer advice and guidance to the Board and Executive on commercial opportunities, risks and market trends.
• Ensure commercial activities align with good governance, ethical standards and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to Board discussions, strategic planning and organisational development.
• Act in the best interests of Handball in England, promoting financial sustainability, integrity and long-term growth.

Person Specification
Essential:
Commercial Experience and Skills
• Senior-level experience in commercial strategy, business development, sponsorship or revenue generation.
• Experience operating at Board or senior leadership level, with an understanding of non-executive responsibilities.
• Strong strategic thinking, commercial judgement and decision-making skills.
• The ability to provide constructive challenge and support to executive leadership.
• Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
Sector Insight and Strategic Awareness
• An understanding of the commercial landscape within sport, non-profit or membership-based organisations.
• Awareness of funding environments, sponsorship models and partnership approaches relevant to sports bodies in England.
• Ability to balance commercial ambition with the values, integrity and purpose of a National Governing Body.
Personal Attributes
• High levels of integrity, independence and sound judgement.
• A collaborative and values-driven approach to leadership.
• A commitment to financial sustainability and long-term organisational success.
• A genuine interest in the growth and development of Handball across England.

Desirable:
Understanding of the Sporting Commercial Environment
• Experience working with or advising National Governing Bodies or similar sports organisations.
• Knowledge of commercial best practice within publicly funded or mixed-income sports environments.
• Experience of developing partnerships that align commercial outcomes with participation, performance and community impact.
How to apply: Please submit a CV and covering letter to mike.bain@englandhandball.com All appointments, whether for staff or volunteers are carried out in accordance with the EHA's Fair Recruitment and Selection Procedure, and we welcome applications from those communities under-represented in sport, in particular people from culturally diverse communities, disabled people and women.