Shrewsbury Canoe Club
Job Description
Vice Chairperson
Document Created - March 2022
Document Review Date - March 2023
Introduction
The role requires a range of supporting skills; from making sure that club policies are reflected in good operational practice, to employing diplomacy skills to encourage a happy and effective club.
The Vice Chair should have a good knowledge of the club and has a responsibility for ensuring that the collective views of members can be heard and represented. These views help the Committee develop club activities that reflect the needs and wants of the club members.
Clubs are encouraged to have a Club Development Plan, outlining actions the club is taking to improve the opportunities available to members.
As a figurehead for the club, the Vice Chair is likely to play a leading role in representing the club in the local community, liaising with other organisations and community groups for the benefit of the club.
Role Description
The Vice Chairperson is responsible to: The Club Management Committee and Chair Person.
Role purpose: To provide leadership and ensure an efficient and well managed club.
Commitment: This will obviously vary depending on the size of the club, how active the club is and whether the club is going through any transformational changes (e.g. facility development, refurbishment, etc.). On average, the Vice Chair might be expected to give 2–4 hours per week, plus time for various committee meetings.
Main Tasks:
- Support to the Chair in the delivery of their duties as defined in the Chair job description
- Responsible for exploring opportunities for generating income through British Canoeing and other external funding, including through commercial partnerships as appropriate (sponsorship, advertising, etc)
Skills required
- Knowledge of the club, centre or committee is essential.
- Background in management is helpful (but not essential).
- Strong leader who can be objective.
- Confident and effective in communication.
- Enthusiastic and able to motivate others.