Tchoukball UK Chief Executive Officer

Organisation: Tchoukball UK
Salary: Volunteer with reasonable expenses
Location: Nationwide/Remote
Contract type: Volunteer (Full time)
Closing date: 9 November 2025
Job Description: As Chief Executive Officer (CEO), you will provide strategic and operational leadership to Tchoukball UK, ensuring the organisation delivers on its vision, mission, and objectives. You will lead the implementation of Tchoukball UK’s strategy, translating our long-term vision into clear, measurable outcomes. The CEO manages the Senior Executive Team (SET), ensuring that strategic priorities are delivered effectively and that operational plans are aligned with our growth.

You will work in close partnership with the Board of Directors, Sport England, our volunteers, and key stakeholders to grow participation, strengthen pathways from grassroots to elite performance, and raise the profile of tchoukball nationally and internationally. This is a hands-on leadership role in a small but ambitious organisation. You will be both a visionary strategist and a proactive operational leader - able to set direction while also rolling up your sleeves to make things happen.
This voluntary role is an exciting opportunity for a leader looking to develop their range of experience and to give back by making an impact within the sporting community. You will lead the organisation with integrity, inspire confidence in our
partners, and champion a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

The successful applicant will be responsible for the following duties:
Strategic Leadership
● Facilitate the implementation of Tchoukball UK’s strategic plan and report to the Board of Directors on progress against the strategic plan;
● Provide clear, inspiring leadership to the organisation, ensuring alignment with our mission and values.
● Identify opportunities for growth, innovation, and increased visibility within the UK’s
sporting landscape.

Operational and People Management
● Lead and manage the Senior Executive Team to deliver strategic priorities and foster a high-performance and motivated culture.
● Develop and implement Tchoukball UK’s operational plan, and report to the Board of Directors on progress against the plan;
● Oversee the effective delivery of TUK’s programmes, events, and activities, ensuring they meet agreed objectives, timelines, and budgets.
● Manage the organisation’s financial sustainability, including budget setting, monitoring, and reporting, in collaboration with the Treasurer.
Partnerships, Networking, and Stakeholder Engagement
● Continue to build and maintain strong, strategic relationships with Sport England, other national sporting bodies, partners, and sponsors.
● Act as a key representative for Tchoukball UK across the UK and international sporting network, promoting the sport’s values and benefits, and advocating for its development.
● Oversee the organisation’s marketing and communications to raise awareness of tchoukball and engage new audiences.

Governance and Compliance
● Ensure the organisation operates in line with Sport England Code for Sports Governance, and other relevant regulatory and legal requirements
● Support the Board in fulfilling governance responsibilities, including reporting, risk
management, and policy oversight.
● Uphold the highest standards of transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct.

What are we looking for?
Essential:
● Proven experience in a senior leadership role, ideally within sport, not-for-profit, or
community-focused organisations.
● Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with a proven record of delivering
organisational development and impact..
● Demonstrated ability to lead and successfully implement organisational strategy.
● Strong track record of managing, empowering and developing senior teams to deliver measurable results with effective delegation of responsibilities.
● Financial management expertise, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, and ensuring effective resource allocation and sustainability.
● Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage, influence and inspire a wide range of stakeholders.
● Demonstrated success in building and maintaining strategic partnerships.
● In-depth knowledge of good governance practices and compliance requirements in a sporting and/or business context.
● Commitment to championing inclusivity, diversity, and the values of respect, collaboration, and fair play.
● Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risk, evidence decisions, and find creative solutions

Desirable:
● Direct experience working with Sport England, including funding processes and
compliance requirements.
● Evidence of listening to, valuing, and integrating diverse perspectives in decision-making.
● Familiarity with grassroots and high-performance sport development.
● Experience working with a volunteer-led organisation.
● Experience in sponsorship, fundraising, or other income generation.
● Knowledge of the UK sports sector and its funding landscape.
● Understanding of tchoukball or similar team sports.
How to apply: To apply, please submit the following to tara.granea@tchoukball.org.uk: ● A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and current CV detailing your relevant professional experience and achievements. ● The names and contact details of two referees (referees will only be contacted following the final interview stage and with your prior consent). The deadline for applications is 9th November 2025 at 23:59 GMT. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to two rounds of interviews in the weeks commencing 17th and 24th November 2025. Tchoukball UK is committed to providing equal opportunities and an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments, and we will work with you to meet your requirements.