Job Description
The Role
During this exciting period of change the CEO will lead the organisation in a new direction whilst at the same time respond to the immediate needs of the system to ensure its membership receive an excellent standard of support as and when it is required.
The role reports directly to the Chair and is a member of the BAFA Board of Directors. The CEO will have overall accountability for the day to day operations of the BAFA, providing leadership to the organisation in its delivery of the agreed strategic objectives.

Responsibilities:
 To oversee the delivery of the BAFA Strategic plan through line management of all BAFA staff and effective and continuous engagement with the BAFA Board of Directors; day to day running of the organisation;
 To develop strategy proposals for recommendation to the Board, and take ownership for implementation and execution of the adopted strategies;
 To implement a comprehensive funding strategy that generates the revenue required to deliver BAFA’s strategic plan;
 To attract, and work collaboratively with long term commercial sponsorship and partnership packages which will enhance the BAFA’s image and value whilst delivering a genuine return on investment for partners;
 To develop relationships at a senior level with key stakeholders and commercial partners that are nurtured for the long-term benefit of British American Football;
 To lead, manage and own all aspects of the organisation’s performance, including planning, operations, and finances, and be accountable to the Board for the performance of the business and its consistency with agreed strategies and plans;
 Develop a culture of inclusion and diversity and ensure high standards for social responsibility are maintained; ensuring that BAFA’s key objectives around diversity are being met;
 Ensure compliance with the company’s legal obligations e.g. company law, safeguarding, equality, and data protection;
 Ensure that the Board is properly briefed on issues arising at Board meetings and receives adequate information to fulfil its duties, such as reports on the BAFA’s performance, together with the issues, challenges and opportunities facing the BAFA;
 Develop annual business plans (including annual budgets), consistent with the agreed strategies, for endorsement by the Board in conjunction with the FD.
 To build on the strong collaborative relationships established with the BAFA’s partners including but not limited to Sport England, BUCS, NFL, IFAF and Government departments including the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport;
 To represent BAFA and their membership at events and meetings domestically and internationally;
 Develop and manage relationships and effective communications with key stakeholders and business partners, which enhance and support BAFA.

Required skills and experience:
 Operational and strategic experience in a senior leadership role with responsibility for staff and budgets including experience of creating a high-performance programme orientated organisation that empowers people and fosters cross functional working;
 Business and commercial acumen, with the ability to negotiate contracts and maintain excellent relationships with partners and donors;
 Experience of managing a large volunteer workforce is advantageous;
 Previous experience of working within sport and/or American football is desirable.

Contact & How to Apply
To apply candidates should send the following:

• Letter of application highlighting your motivation for the post and relevant experience.
• Up to date curriculum vitae.
• Details of current remuneration.
• Names and contact details for three referees (referees will not be contacted until final interview stage).
The preferred method of application is online at www.odgers.com/72583
Applications will close Friday 28th June 2019.
For a confidential discussion about the role, please quote reference RWM/72583 and contact:
Rob Marks
+44 (0)20 7529 3943 or
robert.marks@odgersberndtson.com