LA Call for Nominations for Elected Directors
Nominations are now open for three LA Elected Director positions.
The primary role of an LA Director is to provide strategic direction to the sport of lacrosse and its stakeholders. This position assumes the overall responsibility for the governance of the operations of the LA, in line with the organisations agreed strategic direction. The LA board is made up of 7 Directors (5 Elected Directors and 2 Appointed Directors). Directors terms are for two years and are eligible to sit for a maximum 8 consecutive years.
Click here to access the LA Director Position Description.
Individuals wishing to nominate require the support of a Member Association for their nomination and also will need to complete and submit the following forms to the LA, via email to secretary@lacrosse.com.au, by the 28th of March 2022 COB EDT:
LA welcomes nominations from any interested individual. In addition, LA also welcomes nominations from individuals who may possess any of the following skill sets:
Governance, Risk and Compliance
· Ability to identify key risks to LA in a wide range of areas including legal and regulatory compliance.
· Experience in the appointment and evaluation of an operational personnel.
Government Relations (policy & process)
· Experience in managing government relations and industry advocacy strategies.
Marketing & Communications
· Knowledge of and experience in marketing services to members and public promotion campaigns.
· Experience in, or a thorough understanding of, communication with industry groups and/or end users through a range of relevant communication channels. Including social media channels.
Legal
· Qualification and experience in legal practice with emphasis on:
· Sports Industry
· Not-for-Profit Associations
· Employment law
· Health & Safety legislation
Fundraising and Sponsorship
· Experience in building partnerships and knowledge of best practice in sourcing funds/grants via Sport Rec, LGA or from businesses.
· Ability to draft and design grant/fund applications.
For ease you can access the full LA Constitution here or alternatively can access the relevant Constitution Extracts here.
If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact LA Chair, Glenn Morley, glenn.morley@lacrosse.com.au
Alternatively, please contact Member Association to seek support for your nomination:
Lacrosse WA - Nathan Rainey - president@lacrossewa.com.au
Lacrosse SA - Michael Hood - michael@lacrossesa.com.au
Lacrosse VIC - Jess Hay - chair@lacrossevictoria.com.au
Lacrosse NSW - Tyler Nolf - tnolf@lacrossensw.com.au
Lacrosse QLD - Ray Trevaskis - qldpresident@gmail.com