The International Working Group
on Women and Sport (IWG) is calling for applications for the position of
IWG chairperson for the quadrennial term 2014 – 2018.
The International Working Group on
Women and Sport (IWG) is an inclusive global network of individuals and
organisations that work together guided by the IWG’s mission:
empowering women – advancing sport.
According to the IWG structure and member protocols, the IWG has two chairpersons that serve as the leaders of the IWG and its secretariat. The chairpersons are expected to represent the IWG, for example at meetings and events, or in print materials. They are responsible for implementing the decisions of the IWG and overseeing the work of the IWG secretariat. They are entrusted with overseeing the fulfillment of the strategic plan, ensuring that the work of IWG is in agreement with the body’s mission, aims and values, and ensuring that actions taken on IWG’s behalf positively impact its international reputation and overall image. The chairpersons are also entrusted with ad hoc decision‐making in cases where there is no known precedent or procedure or in connection to urgent matters. The two chairpersons propose a clearly defined division of labour and responsibilities, which will be approved by the IWG members.
The following skills, competencies and knowledge are expected from the successful candidate:
The selected person will be working in close connection with Ms. Ruth Maphorisa, who was elected as the other IWG chairperson in spring 2014 as part of the successful bid of the Botswana National Sports Council (BNSC) to host the IWG during the quadrennial term 2014 – 2018. Botswana will also host the IWG Secretariat in 2014 – 2018 and organise the 7th IWG World Conference on Women and Sport in Gaborone in 2018. Ms. Maphorisa will be the chairperson responsible for the conference and the secretariat, and other possible tasks depending on the division of responsibilities.
Unfortunately, the IWG does not have a budget to cover the costs related to fulfilling the responsibilities of the co-chairperson. It is expected that the candidates will be able to finance their participation in the IWG Annual Meetings and other events or meetings where they will be representing the IWG.
In order to apply for the position, the following documents need to be sent by email to kmorrison@ncaa.org by August 31, 2014:
The successful candidate will be selected and published by 30 September 2014. The term of office begins on 1 January 2015 and ends four months after the 7th IWG World Conference on Women and Sport.
According to the IWG structure and member protocols, the IWG has two chairpersons that serve as the leaders of the IWG and its secretariat. The chairpersons are expected to represent the IWG, for example at meetings and events, or in print materials. They are responsible for implementing the decisions of the IWG and overseeing the work of the IWG secretariat. They are entrusted with overseeing the fulfillment of the strategic plan, ensuring that the work of IWG is in agreement with the body’s mission, aims and values, and ensuring that actions taken on IWG’s behalf positively impact its international reputation and overall image. The chairpersons are also entrusted with ad hoc decision‐making in cases where there is no known precedent or procedure or in connection to urgent matters. The two chairpersons propose a clearly defined division of labour and responsibilities, which will be approved by the IWG members.
The following skills, competencies and knowledge are expected from the successful candidate:
- Commitment to the advancement of girls’ and women's sport and physical activity
- Ability to add value to the design and implementation of strategies for change at the international level
- Knowledge and understanding of the international sports movement
- Commitment to influencing senior decision makers within political, governmental, non‐governmental and sport domains
- Ability to network, develop and nurture relationships with individuals and organisations
- Availability and capability of representing IWG at meetings and conferences
- Operating at a strategic and leadership level
- Ability to work proficiently in English language – other languages are an advantage
The selected person will be working in close connection with Ms. Ruth Maphorisa, who was elected as the other IWG chairperson in spring 2014 as part of the successful bid of the Botswana National Sports Council (BNSC) to host the IWG during the quadrennial term 2014 – 2018. Botswana will also host the IWG Secretariat in 2014 – 2018 and organise the 7th IWG World Conference on Women and Sport in Gaborone in 2018. Ms. Maphorisa will be the chairperson responsible for the conference and the secretariat, and other possible tasks depending on the division of responsibilities.
Unfortunately, the IWG does not have a budget to cover the costs related to fulfilling the responsibilities of the co-chairperson. It is expected that the candidates will be able to finance their participation in the IWG Annual Meetings and other events or meetings where they will be representing the IWG.
In order to apply for the position, the following documents need to be sent by email to kmorrison@ncaa.org by August 31, 2014:
- Cover letter stating the motivation and the main advantages of the candidate (max. 1 x A4)
- Brief clarification concerning the financial resources reserved for fulfilling the responsibilities of the IWG chairperson (max. 1 x A4)
- CV of the candidate (max. 2 x A4)
The successful candidate will be selected and published by 30 September 2014. The term of office begins on 1 January 2015 and ends four months after the 7th IWG World Conference on Women and Sport.
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