An exciting opportunity has arisen to become part of the committee of the UK Javelin Association (UKJA) to fill the position of Director of Partnerships.
The successful candidate will be tasked with promoting the UKJA by developing partnerships with third parties to enhance the growing reputation of the UKJA as well as strengthen existing partnerships with those whom we have agreements in place to provide discounts to members of the association.
Central to the success of the UKJA will be the relationship with the governing bodies of the sport in the UK such as UK Athletics, England Athletics, Welsh Athletics, Scottish Athletics and Northern Ireland Athletics. The Director of Partnerships will work hard to develop these links and report back to the committee so that the Javelin throw can continue to move forward in the UK.
The main event in the UKJA calendar is the Annual Javelin Carnival. This will continue to develop year on year and as such will become a key date in the calendar for any British Javelin Thrower as well as for coaches and parents supporting British throwers. Working with the governing bodies to ensure that the UKJA has a date in the calendar will be critical to the growing success of the Carnival.
Aside from the main duties associated with this role, the Director of Partnerships will become an integral part on the committee and as such will have an equal vote in all committee related matters and will be expected to carry out delegated tasks as set down by the Chairman of the Association.
To be considered for the role candidates must be confident and outgoing, with the ability to communicate effectively to a range of different audiences.
If you feel that this is a role is for you, please submit to us a brief summary of why you believe this role is suitable, detailing any relevant skills and experience which would benefit your selection. Please submit your application no later than 31 August 2011 to committee@ukjav.com
Applications close 31 August 2011
The Olympic and Paralympic Games coming to the UK in 2012 has presented us with a once in a generation opportunity to revolutionise our event and be involved in its development for the short and long term. With javelin throwing generally taking a back seat, when it comes to TV coverage and the lack of general publicity, the need to be proactive in generating ideas to put the event back on the map within Great Britain has never been greater.
Since its inception in 2010 the United Kingdom Javelin Association has maintained its goals and visions to develop the event within the UK. To achieve this we have begun with an annual Javelin Carnival and run a training day with Tero Pitkamaki and his coach Hannu Kangas. The next stage of the journey will be to continue over the coming years by running coach development workshops, strength and conditioning development sessions, winter training camps, javelin summer school etc... This is where you come in. As part of your remit you will be charged with researching various opportunities for coaches and athletes. These will not only be events for the UKJA but we will also be working closely with Nordic Sport so that they may be able to utilise those ideas in other territories should they also be suitable around the world.
The UKJA is working in collaboration with Nordic Sport as their official Ambassador with the remit to indentify, confirm and assist with the development of talented athletes. In order to do this our first phase is to indentify athletes with elite sporting potential, monitor their progress and provide a report to Nordic Sport who will then be able to consider various options open to them, be it sponsorship, funding etc...
The inspiration of the home Games in 2012 has been a huge catalyst for this work, but the legacy will be an efficient and more prolific talent identification and development system throughout the UK for years to come; ensuring the best athletes are discovered and nurtured within a well structured development programme, providing them with the best chance of success in a sport they are naturally predisposed for, and ultimately increasing Great Britain’s medal chances on the world stage in the future.
This role will occasionally involve speaking with our partners, any of the governing bodies or their representatives, coaches and athletes so you will need to be confident, driven and presentable at all times. Aside from the main duties associated with this role, you will also become an integral part of the committee and as such will have an equal vote in all committee related matters and will be expected to carry out delegated tasks as set down by the Chairman of the Association.
If you feel that this is a role is for you, please submit to us a brief summary of why you believe this role is suitable, detailing any relevant skills and experience which would benefit your selection. Please submit your application no later than 31 August 2011 to committee@ukjav.com
Applications close 31 August 2011
An exciting opportunity has arisen to become part of the committee of the UK Javelin Association (UKJA) to fill the positions of Home Countries Reps.
The successful candidate will be tasked with promoting the UKJA by assisting with the development of the event in their respective home country. Working alongside the other committee members the key goal is to enhance the growing reputation of the UKJA by researching and actioning key development opportunities within the event for the benefit of the event as a whole and also for our members.
Such areas to research would include the development and delivery of coach education opportunities, working closely with the Director of Partnerships to foster relationships with the home countries athletics associations, competition opportunities by utilising available budgets along with accessing sports development funds from local councils.
The main event in the UKJA calendar is the Annual Javelin Carnival. This will continue to develop year on year and as such will become a key date in the calendar for any British Javelin Thrower as well as for coaches and parents supporting British throwers. Working with the governing bodies to ensure that the UKJA has a date in the calendar will be critical to the growing success of the Carnival.
Aside from the main duties associated with this role, the Home Countries Reps will become an integral part on the committee and as such will have an equal vote in all committee related matters and will be expected to carry out delegated tasks as set down by the Chairman of the Association.
To be considered for the role candidates must be confident and outgoing, with the ability to communicate effectively to a range of different audiences.
If you feel that this is a role is for you, please submit to us a brief summary of why you believe this role is suitable, detailing any relevant skills and experience which would benefit your selection. Please submit your application no later than 31 August 2011 to committee@ukjav.com
Applications close 31 August 2011
The Treasurer is a vital position within the UKJA and will report directly to the Chairman, but will also coordinate any activity with the General Secretary. It is essential that the post holder have an RBS Current Account to be able to gain euthorisation for inline banking and desirable that they have accounts or financial training.
As Treasurer of the UK Javelin Association (UKJA) you are responsible for the following:
- Controlling the UKJA Bank Account on behalf of the Association and its members.
- Authorising and monitoring all invoices/debits/credits from and to the UKJA account.
- Compiling and submitting the annual UKJA Financial plan.
- Providing financial reports for the UKJA AGM and any other Committee meetings.
- Keeping the committee appraised of the Forecast of Financial Out-turn on at least a quarterly basis.
- Creating and submitting annual accounts to the relevant authorities.
- Assessing the need for the association to become registered for VAT and ensuring all legal positions are satisfied according to Non-Profit status.
If you feel that this is a role is for you, please submit to us a brief summary of why you believe this role is suitable, detailing any relevant skills and experience which would benefit your selection. Please submit your application no later than 31 August 2011 to committee@ukjav.com
Applications close 31 August 2011
The General Secretary is the linchpin within the UK Javelin Association and will ensure that Association matters are coordinated in an effective manner.
You are responsible to the Chairman of the UK Javelin Association for the administrative coordination of the Association, including:
- Making all necessary arrangements for the AGM and any other routine meetings including the warning order, agenda and taking minutes.
- Producing an annual report for the AGM on all areas of the Association.
- Keeping the Association contact list up to date, including the Life Vice- Presidents (LVP) and Friends of the Association.
- Coordination of VIP, LVP, Friends and sponsor attendance at the major events including the initial invites, refreshments and notification to required committee members.
- Coordinating the organisation of Association events, ensuring that a task list is maintained and kept up to date. Post event you are responsible for coordinating a Lessons Identified process to ensure that best practice is retained.
- Ensuring that the Association TORs are reviewed bi-annually.
- Any other tasks as delegated by the Chairman or Vice Chairman.
If you feel that this is a role is for you, please submit to us a brief summary of why you believe this role is suitable, detailing any relevant skills and experience which would benefit your selection. Please submit your application no later than 31 August 2011 to committee@ukjav.com
Applications close 31 August 2011
