DIRECTOR for BREEDING LIAISON
The National Equine Database (NED), developed as a partnership between the Equine Industry and Defra, was launched in November 2008. NED currently contains information on over 1 million equines and uniquely links pedigree data with performance and evaluation data. NED is, therefore, an invaluable source of information for those buying, selling or breeding horses; for disease control and surveillance and those concerned with animal welfare.
The British Equestrian Federation (BEF) is seeking a Director for Breeding Liaison for NED Ltd, a company established by BEF and of which BEF is the only member. The Director will be responsible for performance and accountability in all matters relating to the agreed policies of the Company. The appointment of the Director will be based upon the competences required to run a successful equine database.
Board Meetings will be held at NED headquarters at Stoneleigh Park in Warwickshire and will take place around six times a year, though meetings are more frequent during this busy development period.
This position is voluntary with expenses and offers the opportunity for close involvement in an exciting phase of the running and further development of a potentially World-beating database. Knowledge of the equestrian industry, whilst not essential, would be an advantage.
Full information on NED and the Terms of Reference for Directors can be obtained from either the address below or from the NED website www.nedonline.co.uk in the News section.
Individuals interested in this position should apply in writing, enclosing a CV and the contact details for two referees, to the British Equestrian Federation, on or before Friday 19 June 2009.
Mrs Maggie Moreton
British Equestrian Federation
Stoneleigh Park
Kenilworth
Warwickshire
CV8 2RH
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THE ENGLISH INSTITUTE OF SPORT
WANT TO WORK WITH THE BEST?
In 2008 we saw the most successful British performance at an Olympic Games this century, creating a springboard for even greater performances on home soil in London 2012. Contributing to this success, and behind every medal winning athlete, can be found a world class support team - all focused on the achievement of medal winning margins. An opportunity exists to become a member of this team if you, like the elite athletes we support, have the drive, passion and commitment to be the best you can be.
The English Institute of Sport (EIS) is a dynamic, proactive organisation. Working with our partners in high performance sport we aim to achieve sustained international success for England and Great Britain in Sport through the delivery of world class, integrated and innovative services.
The British Equestrian Federation (BEF) is keen to appoint a quality individual to a post who will have a major impact on the riders on the WC Programme, by supporting and enhancing the effectiveness of their 'off-horse' lifestyle and the impact it can have on performance. The successful candidate will also provide much of the expertise necessary to assist athletes with the development of the business aspects of running an equestrian business.
Performance Lifestyle Advisor (Working with British Equestrian)
Based: EIS West Midlands at BEF Offices, near Kenilworth, Warwickshire
Salary: £34,500 - £41,499 p.a. depending on skills and experience
Hours: 37 hours per week
Your role will involve;
- Developing and delivering a national strategy for the delivery of Performance Lifestyle support to all identified Equestrian World Class Programme athletes.
- To lead and develop individual and group Performance Lifestyle support for all athletes on the World Class Programme, supporting and enhancing the effectiveness of their 'off-horse' lifestyle and the impact it can have on performance.
- Provide much of the expertise necessary to assist athletes with the development of the business aspects of running an equestrian business; including IT, Tax laws, DEFRA, VOSA, Employment Law and the development of business and financial plans.
- Essential criteria for this role to include;
- A qualification at degree level or equivalent in Sport or Business Management/Administration, an allied discipline relevant to the management and development of high performing individuals
- Above average experience and understanding of the equestrian environment, competition horses and the pressures, legislation and logistics of yard management
- Demonstrable experience of working in a commercial environment appropriate for achieving a practical working knowledge of small business considerations including developing business plans, an excellent understanding of employment law, DEFRA regulations, VOSA regulations, IT, VAT and accounting
For a full job description see here
YOU MAY APPLY VIA
Email jobs.wmidlands@eis2win.co.uk Post: Senior Business Administrator, English Institute of Sport, Alexander Stadium, Stadium Way, Perry Barr, Birmingham, B42 2LR. Please quote job ref: WME42/09EIS.
PLEASE INCLUDE: CV, DETAILS OF CURRENT REMUNERATION AND RELEVANT CONTACT DETAILS.
Closing date: 23rd June 2009 @ 1 pm (GMT). Interview date: TBC
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As an equal opportunity employer, EIS welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
