Triathlon WA is seeking expressions of interest for up to two (2) interested and suitably qualified individuals to be appointed to the Triathlon WA Board for a period of two (2) years.
- One (1) Appointed Board Position commencing in March 2025
- One (1) Appointed Board Position commencing by June 2025
The Board plays an important role in the continued progression, improvement, and growth of the sport in WA and is in search of candidates with skills that align with the strategic direction of the organisation and complement the current skill mix of the Board. Board members contribute to the overall governance activities of the Board, including providing input on the matters of corporate strategy, policy formulation and implementation, Executive Director performance, as well as oversight of the financial performance, risk management and compliance.
To ensure that the Board has the right balance of skills to effectively lead the organisation into the future, TWA is seeking nominations from individuals with a range of qualifications, skills and experience, as outlined in the nomination form. It is also desirable for the Board to encompass diversity in aspects such as gender, age, background and perspective. All interested persons are encouraged to apply.
CANDIDATE SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Interested candidates are required to demonstrate experience in any or all of Skill Set A or B or C or D. Additional skills listed below are highly desirable.
Skill Set A: Marketing and Sponsorship
Experience or skills include but not limited to;
- Marketing and Brand Strategy
- Digital Media Experience
- Sponsorship Acquisition
Skill Set B: Stakeholder/Media Engagement
Experience or skills include but not limited to;
- Political Relations
- Government Relationship/Engagement
- Member/Customer Engagement
- Media Connections
Skill Set C: Business and Commercial Management
Experience or skills include but not limited to;
- Legal Acumen
- Negotiating/Contract Management
- Dispute resolution/mediation
- Financial Acumen – financial processes, Not-for-Profit financial management, interpreting reports
- Change Management
Skill Set D: Diversity and Inclusion
Experience or skills include but not limited to;
- Indigenous engagement
- Knowledge of disability sport
- Regional WA knowledge
- Sport integrity management
- Minority group engagement
In addition to the above, Board Members should ideally have experience within;
- Strategic Planning,
- Governance,
- Risk Management and
- Financial Management.
Previous Board Experience and Director Qualification/ AICD Membership would be highly regarded.
Nominations must be received on the attached form prior to 5:00pm AWST Tuesday 18 February 2025
By email to:
Executive Director
Email: mel.farley@wa.triathlon.org.au
Or in person to:
Triathlon Western Australia
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
SportHQ, 203 Underwood Avenue, FLOREAT WA 6014
Ph: 08 9443 9778 Office hours 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday-Friday ONLY