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Chair of Board, ENGLAND ATHLETICS
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Chair of Board
Time Commitment
Approx. 4–8 days per month
Term
Up to 4 years (initial term)
Remuneration
£15,000 per annum
About the Organisation
England Athletics is the national governing body for grassroots athletics and running in England. Supporting:
- Over 181,000 registered athletes
- Approximately 1,850 clubs
- A wider community of millions of runners
We partner with our official charity, the Personal Best Foundation, to create opportunities for children and young people at risk of exclusion to engage in the sport.
England Athletics thrives on strong foundations, including:
- A healthy and inclusive culture
- A diverse and skilled Board
- Challenges include youth retention, competition modernisation, and diversification of revenue streams, including commercial investment.
Our Mission
To inspire more athletes and runners of all abilities and backgrounds to fulfil their potential and nurture a lifelong love for the sport.
We are delivering an ambitious long-term strategy (2032), centering on athletes and runners. Key progress made includes:
- Membership growth
- Improved stakeholder satisfaction
- A growing workforce
- A stable financial position
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Key responsibilities include collaboration with:
- UK Athletics
- Other Home Country Athletics Foundations
- Competition providers
- Key stakeholders such as Sport England and London Marathon Events
- Licensing and insuring over 3,000 off-track and multi-terrain events
- Playing a role in the Commonwealth Games through partnerships with Commonwealth Games England
About the Role
We are seeking a Chair of the Board to provide:
- Strategic leadership
- Strong governance
- Inclusive oversight in growing participation, modernizing the sport, and ensuring accessibility for all.
The successful candidate will:
- Collaborate effectively
- Demonstrate proven leadership experience, passion for success, and commitment to excellence
- Align with our values: integrity, inclusivity, inspiration, and fun
- Be a strong people leader with empathy and a clear understanding of positive culture and teamwork
Application Details
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If this exciting opportunity appeals, contact: Gill Jones (Head of HR & People Development) gjones@englandathletics.org
How to Apply: Please upload your CV and covering letter, explaining:
- What you can bring to the role
- Why this position excites you
Closing date: Monday 20th July 2026
Initial Interviews (Teams): Monday 7th & Thursday 10th September 2026
Important Note on AI Usage
England Athletics values genuine connections, so while we recognize the use of AI is increasing, we encourage applications to reflect your individual skills, knowledge, and experience. If used, AI should assist in demonstrating how you meet the role criteria in a way that authentically represents your personal qualities.
Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
England Athletics is committed to:
- Providing an inclusive culture
- Promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion
- Welcoming applications from all backgrounds and sections of the community
We actively strive to ensure our workforce represents the diversity of our community and advance equality within the organization.
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