Description

Main Purpose(s) 

BUCS is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is currently studying at a BUCS Member Institution to act as Men’s Student Representative for the Rugby Union Sport Advisory Group (SAG). The Student Representative will present the voice and opinions of student-athletes, and act as an ambassador for the BUCS Rugby Union programme.

Main duties and responsibilities 

• Act as an ambassador for BUCS and the sport programme

• Establish relationships between BUCS and student-athletes within member institutions.

• Build and maintain a communication network with other students playing Rugby Union

• Advise the BUCS Sport Advisory Group (SAG) on all matters relating to the student perspective of BUCS Rugby Union.

• Offer insight and feedback on the current BUCS Rugby Union structure and provide member led feedback for the future or BUCS Rugby Union.

• Help develop a strategic annual delivery plan encompassing student feedback as one element of the plan.

• Attend all relevant SAG meetings and provide any updates on actions from previous meetings.

• Comply with the BUCS Volunteer Code of Conduct.

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

Essential knowledge or experience 

• Current student at a BUCS member institution competing within specified leagues.

• Current men’s member of a rugby union at a BUCS member institution.

• Good sport specific knowledge.

• Working within voluntary committees.

• Understanding of developments within the wider sporting landscape.

• Understanding of HE sporting landscape.

Essential skills and abilities  

• Proven advocacy capability.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Ability to think and act creatively.

Desirable knowledge or experience 

• Ability to motivate a team.

How to apply  

Please send your application to charlie.mucklow@bucs.org.uk in the form of a word document outlining the reasons why you are suitable for the role, along with a CV.