Surrey Cricket Foundation are looking for a new Chair to provide leadership to the board of the organisation and support the running of the charity.
Surrey Cricket Foundation (SCF) is the charitable body charged with the delivery of recreational cricket in Surrey. They play an important role in increasing participation in the sport across Surrey and South London, and work with schools, clubs, charities, and governing bodies to achieve this, providing the critical infrastructure needed to allow cricket to thrive. To help deliver for communities as they approach the next phase in their development, they are now seeking to recruit a new Chair to lead SCF.
Their goal is to get more people playing cricket, and in the process of doing so they want to bring people together, inspire individuals, and improve lives. They use cricket as a means to engage the communities they represent, break down barriers to participation, and empower more people to take advantage of the many benefits that cricket offers.
The Development team and Board of Trustees are committed to making a difference to cricket at all levels, and building strong partnerships across the breadth of the sport. As Chair, you will help to drive, inspire, define, and champion the vision, mission, values, and reputation of SCF, ensuring board level decisions are firmly rooted in consideration of the environment that SCF operates in, and that they are made in accordance with the long-term ambitions of the organisation. You will play an important role in further cultivating recreational and performance cricket, as well as supporting the wider communities in creative, impactful ways.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and innovative leader to drive progress forward as SCF continues to grow, develop, and broaden its scope. The successful candidate will share their values and commitment, and be equipped with the necessary skills to help take forward the SCF vision and reach their strategic goals. You will be able to demonstrate an understanding of effective contemporary governance relating to cricket and sport, as well as a track record of inclusive, strategic, and inspirational leadership. It is important that – as the next Chair – you understand the geography SCF operates in and are keen to be an enthusiastic advocate for SCF, both within your existing network and in the new relationships you nurture.
Please see the Candidate Brochure for more information.
How To Apply
For further details, including the job description, person specification, and information on how to apply, please visit https://candidates.perrettlaver.com/vacancies quoting reference number 6449. Candidates wishing to apply should submit a CV (including comprehensive details of letter which fully addresses the competencies outlined in the role description and person specification.
The closing date for applications is 9:00am (BST) on Tuesday 2nd May 2023.
SCF will be supported in this appointment by executive search firm Perrett Laver. Any initial enquiries should be directed to Ikem Nwankwo at ikem.nwankwo@perrettlaver.com or +44 (0) 20 7340 6208.
