Chairperson

Organisation: English Universities Sport
Salary: Voluntary
Location: Remote, with occasional relevant travel
Contract type: Volunteer (Part time)
Closing date: 9 July 2025
Interview date: 15 July 2025
Job Description: Position: Chairperson
Reporting To: EUS Trustee Board
Location: Remote, with occasional relevant travel
Hours: Flexible, approximately 1-4 hours per week
Salary: Voluntary position, with reasonable expenses
Start Date: w/c 21st July 2025

English Universities Sport (EUS) is the official association in England which administrates and sanctions national representative student competition across higher education. We are a democratic and innovative membership organisation, comprising of a strong Committee, exceptional coach network and professional support staff from the sport and higher education sectors.

EUS strives to support the development of all its student athletes and provide opportunities to
compete at the highest domestic representative level. Our teams compete in the biennial Home
Nations Tournament as well as numerous fixtures against professional and amateur representative
clubs from across the UK.

The Chairperson Role
+ Lead Trustee Board & Senior Leadership Team meetings
+ Oversee development of organisational strategy & long-term goal achievement
+ Act as the primary representative & spokesperson for EUS at key events
+ Support & manage Vice Chair, Treasurer, Trustee(s) & Heads of roles
+ Ensure EUS compliance with legal, financial, & internal policies
+ Oversee significant relationships with relevant stakeholders & partners
+ Develop EUS engagement with NGBs & sporting pathways

Required Skills, Experience & Knowledge:
+ Proven leadership experience in a voluntary or sport organisation
+ Strong understanding of governance, risk, & organisational strategy
+ Excellent communication & public speaking skills
+ Working knowledge of the UK university & wider sporting landscape
+ Ability to inspire, motivate, & manage diverse teams
+ Familiarity with charitable structures & operations
How to apply: Applicants should submit CV & one-page covering letter to the EUS Trustee Board via info@englishuniversitiessport.onmicrosoft.com. The application deadline is 12pm on Wednesday 9th July 2025, and role elections will take place on Tuesday 15th July 2025 at 5.30pm during EUS AGM (BUCS Conference, University of Hull). For more information about EUS, check out https://englishuniversitiessport.co.uk/ or on social media @engunisport; please direct any questions to Alex Turnbull via alexturnbull123@hotmail.com.