Deputy Hon. Secretary Wanted

[<<] [>>] by Ian Vincent
26th October 2020 (CqE Official News)

A Deputy is being sought to work with the current Honorary Secretary of the Croquet Association, Ian Vincent, during his last year in office, with a view to succeeding him at the October 2021 AGM. The post is honorary, but there is the possibility of a modest honorarium. The Honorary Secretary is responsible to the Association through Council for providing independent leadership and guidance in administrative matters, encouraging the highest standards of integrity, effectiveness and openness, and ensuring the CA's regulatory compliance.

The Duties

The duties of the Honorary Secretary are set out in section 1 of the CA Practice Book. In summary they are:

• To be a voting member of the Executive Board and non-voting member of Council.
• To assist the President, Chairmen of Council and the Executive Board, by preparing agendas and minutes of meetings.
• To maintain documents and website pages relating to the CA's governance.
• To organise voting for elections and motions at general meetings.
• To operate the disciplinary and appeals procedure.
• To assist in reviewing the work and staffing of the CA Office, as a member of the Administration Committee.
• To advise Committee Chairman and other volunteers about governance issues.

It is expected that the person appointed as deputy will share in, or take over, some of these during the overlap period, by agreement with the current Secretary.

The Person

The following attributes are desirable:

• An innovative and proactive team worker, preferably with experience of administration of a complex organisation and of working with volunteers.
• Good verbal, written and interpersonal skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines and to a high standard.
• Education to degree level or equivalent, with competency in using current technology for document preparation and publication and for communication.

Applications

For further information or informal discussion please contact Ian Vincent on 0115 925 3664 or by e-mail to ian.vincent#cantab.net. Interested candidates should forward a CV and a letter detailing their suitability for the role, by 30th November 2020, to him and Jonathan Isaacs at jonathanisaacs#btinternet.com.