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The  NWSL  office is growing to meet the demands of the changing global landscape of professional women's soccer. We are looking for individuals who desire to make an impact on the future of sport in the United States. Position Description Reporting to the General Counsel, the Paralegal will provide general legal administrative support to the Legal Department. The ideal candidate is intelligent, hardworking and self-starting, reliable, organized, and can manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. This position is based in Chicago, IL however, due to the current pandemic conditions work may temporarily be done remotely. Primary Responsibilities  Draft, prepare and review a variety of transactional documents, including licenses, consulting agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and other documents as assigned.  Maintain contract management system, developing and generating a standard report package for NWSL's...

Team GB is one of the nation’s most successful teams and one of its favourite brands. The British Olympic Association’s (BOA) vision is to ‘unite and inspire the nation through the power of Olympic sport’, and its mission is to ensure Team GB is ‘the best supported team in Olympic competition’. The BOA’s primary purpose is to: - Select, lead and manage Team GB at Olympic and Olympic Winter Games and all International Olympic Committee (IOC) and European Olympic Committee (EOC) accredited events such as Youth Olympic Games, European Youth Olympic Festivals and the European Games, and; - Develop the Olympic Movement and promote the principles and values of Olympism in our territory of responsibility. The BOA is independent and privately funded. The success of our mission is entirely dependent upon the income we receive from our commercial programmes, including but not limited to sponsorship, fundraising, licensing and events. The BOA is...

The Running Charity is searching for trustees who can help the charity improve its ability to raise income, improve governance structures as well as its supporter base. The Trustees will work in partnership with the CEO and The Running Charity’s small, dynamic team to help achieve the aims of the Charity. They will be expected to attend a minimum of 6 meetings per annum, these meetings will be based in London but we are currently still holding virtual meetings and will be doing so for the foreseeable future. At present, The Running Charity is particularly keen to appoint trustees who can provide guidance and, where appropriate, hands on support in one or more of the following areas: • Finance • Safeguarding • Social Entrepreneurship and Trading • Digital Brand Marketing and Communication All trustees are also tasked with promoting and strengthening the reputation and growth of The Running Charity. They are expected to represent the Charity externally,...

The Chair appointed would have the vision and creativity to work with trustees and the staff team to ensure good governance and support the organisation to achieve its outcomes effectively and efficiently. Our current trustees have worked collectively with the CEO, Alex Eagle and Head of Fundraising Lucy Richards, to ensure that the organisation is well-governed, clear about its strategic goals, and financially sustainable. Despite the current uncertain climate for the charity sector, we have successfully secured a variety of funding to expand our workforce and programmes. We would particularly welcome applications from individuals with a clear understanding of governance and who would also be able to contribute to the organisation's strategic planning. The successful candidates must be able to lead, motivate, advise and develop the Board of Trustees and support and challenge, as required, our CEO, Alex Eagle, to help meet The Running Charity’s strategic and operational...

British Disability Fencing is the National Governing Body for the Paralympic sport of Wheelchair Fencing in the United Kingdom, and is a charitable company limited by guarantee. The organisation is responsible for the strategic leadership and development of wheelchair fencing in the UK, the development of grassroots structures in fencing clubs for fencers of all disabilities and the management and selection of the national squad. Although a very small organisation, British wheelchair fencers currently hold the number 1 rank in the world in two different categories, two World Champions and has a World Class Programme funded by UK Sport and managed by EIS. Job Description British Disability Fencing (BDF) is currently inviting applications for an independent chairman on its Board. The directors share the responsibility for overseeing the management and development of the organisation and implementation of its strategic objectives whilst observing the wishes of its members. The...

Gymnastics South Australia Incorporated (GSA) is the peak body for gymnastics in South Australia and is affiliated with Gymnastics Australia. GSA is a not-for-profit association, comprising of affiliated clubs, life members, registered athletes and technical members (coaches and judges). GSA is governed by a Board of Management (Board) and administered by GSA Staff. Our purpose is to grow gymnastics in South Australia, support the 72 affiliated clubs and their 16,000 members so, together we promote the benefits of Fundamental Movement Skills through Kindergym and ongoing involvement in gymnastics through 8 Gymsports: Men’s, Women’s, Rhythmic, Gym For All, Aerobics, Trampoline and Acrobatic Gymnastics. About the Roles: Following the completion of terms for some of the Board, GSA is seeking to appoint two new Board members to complement and extend the skills and capacities of the current Board. Individuals with prior board experience and/or those who have...

Ski Racing Australia (SRA), the peak body for Ski Racing Events in Australia, is currently going through significant change and a new Constitution as voted in by the member base late in 2019 has created the need for expertise from outside of the sport. SRA is seeking to appoint up to four (4) Independent Board Directors for a 2 year term, specifically with background experience and skills in the areas of:  Finance/Accounting; Risk/Insurance; Marketing/Commercial Negotiation; Legal/Sports Law AND preferably experience in putting together and negotiating Government Grants (two-year term). The Board will support the work of the SRA office and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. Service as a SRA Director is without remuneration, except for administrative support, travel, and accommodation costs in relation to Directors’ duties. Applicants are recommended to be familiar with the SRA Constitution:  www.skiracing.com.au...

Ski Racing Australia (SRA), the peak body for Ski Racing Events in Australia, is currently going through significant change and a new Constitution as voted in by the member base late in 2019 has created the need for expertise from outside of the sport. SRA is seeking to appoint up to four (4) Independent Board Directors for a 2 year term, specifically with background experience and skills in the areas of:  Finance/Accounting; Risk/Insurance; Marketing/Commercial Negotiation; Legal/Sports Law AND preferably experience in putting together and negotiating Government Grants (two-year term). The Board will support the work of the SRA office and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. Service as a SRA Director is without remuneration, except for administrative support, travel, and accommodation costs in relation to Directors’ duties. Applicants are recommended to be familiar with the SRA Constitution:  www.skiracing.com.au...

Ski Racing Australia (SRA), the peak body for Ski Racing Events in Australia, is currently going through significant change and a new Constitution as voted in by the member base late in 2019 has created the need for expertise from outside of the sport. SRA is seeking to appoint up to four (4) Independent Board Directors for a 2 year term, specifically with background experience and skills in the areas of:  Finance/Accounting; Risk/Insurance; Marketing/Commercial Negotiation; Legal/Sports Law AND preferably experience in putting together and negotiating Government Grants (two-year term). The Board will support the work of the SRA office and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. Service as a SRA Director is without remuneration, except for administrative support, travel, and accommodation costs in relation to Directors’ duties. Applicants are recommended to be familiar with the SRA Constitution:  www.skiracing.com.au...