The ESNZ Eventing Board is seeking expressions of interest for an appointed Board member to join their Board for a three-year term.

This is a fantastic opportunity to combine your sport, business and governance experience with your interest in developing the future of Eventing and Equestrian Sport in New Zealand (ESNZ).

The ESNZ Eventing discipline board is responsible to the ESNZ National Board for the governance of the Eventing in New Zealand, including its financial sustainability, and the organisation, promotion and growth of the sport.  The board consists of; three elected members, two appointed members, one Rider Representative member and one Organising Committee Representative member.

The current vacancy has arisen due to rotation and the incumbent Board member has advised they will not be re-standing.

The Board member will have oversight of the Sponsorship portfolio and work closely with and provide support to the Eventing Sport Manager and volunteers/subcommittees, to:

  1. Develop a sponsorship plan to grow our partnerships.
  2. Create sponsorship proposals for:
    1. Eventing Series
    2. NZ Three Day Championships
    3. Oceania Teams
    4. Development Camps
  3. Build and maintain strong relationships with our sponsors.
  4. Work in partnership with ESNZ to support delivery of their umbrella sponsorships.

In general, the Board agenda during this term is likely to focus on:

  • Development of the board’s annual work plan
  • Ensure a robust competitive environment at all levels for New Zealand riders
  • Ensuring the sport is sustainably resourced – physical, financial and personnel
  • Support the sport transition to the new ESNZ constitution (once finalised)

All Board members need to: demonstrate governance knowledge and leadership, apply a future-focused mindset, understand confidentiality, contribute to highly functional board dynamics and be able to work collaboratively within a high trust environment.

Ideally you will bring governance skills and experience in community sport, along with your networks and skills that will add value to the Board and governance leadership of the sport.

Appointment & tenure

The term is for three years from the July AGM, with the option to stand for further term/s.

Commitment required

An estimated commitment of at least two days per month for preparation and attendance at six in person Board meetings per year and alternating monthly evening online meetings, and leadership or participation in portfolio, working group or subcommittee activities.

Remuneration

Voluntary – all reasonable meeting related expenses are covered by ESNZ Eventing.

To Apply

Applications closes 11pm Thursday 27 July 2023.

To express interest in the role please email cover letter and governance CV to:

Hayley Pickmere, Eventing Sport Manager

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 027 379 3643

 

For further information on the role please contact:

Raewyn Eastwood, Eventing Chair

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 021 021 223 23