Dave Harrison

I came into our sport in 1970, shooting at my then place of work. In 1975 I was asked to run a few Have a Go nights at my local youth club in Walker which resulted in me setting up an archery section. I never thought it would last and sadly the youth club did not survive, but here I am in 2010 still with a very active & thriving club, The Bowmen of Walker, and have remained their club secretary to this day. I have shot every year since, rising almost but not quite to MB as every year I hit the score someone moved the line and added a few more points! In 1982 I became CCO and held the post for 6 years, progressing from instructor to county coach. I have been PRO and chairman for Durham and Northumberland Archery Association and am currently the County JLO. I was the regional secretary for the Northern Counties AS for 7 years from 1999, have served as a National Council member and was elected to National Target Committee. I also hold the position of National Judge, and judging is my main activity, outside shooting these days.

email: chairman@archerygb.org

This is a non-employed post where reasonable expenses are met. Expected time commitment is 50-100 days per annum and will include attendance at Board Meetings and the AGM, and events to represent the Society.

Role Requirements

• Time commitment: minimum of one day per week (including regular visits to Headquarters, conference calls etc.) with additional weekends for Board meetings and conferences
• Travel: UK travel will be required and overseas travel may be required, dependent on requirements of representation
• Experience: experience as a Board member of a similar-sized organisation and chairing of committees.
• Knowledge: knowledge of the sport of archery in the UK (preferred) and of the wider sporting policy landscape, good understanding of leadership and an appreciation of boardroom and corporate governance issues

Duties

• Leading of the Board
• Ensuring effective debate and discussion at Board meetings
• Acting on behalf of the Board of Directors between Board Meetings
• Leading continuous monitoring, and annual evaluation, of the performance of the CEO
• Establishing a close relationship of trust with the CEO, providing support and advice while respecting executive responsibility
• Liaising (as considered necessary) with the CEO on all day-to-day matters concerning the running of the Society
• Chairing all General Meetings of the Society including the AGM
• Preparing the Agenda for and chairing Board meetings
• Approving draft minutes before circulation to the Board members
• Representing the organisation within the UK wide multi-sport environment
• Chairing of any dispute committee as required by policies
• Managing any potential personal conflicts of interest
• Keeping personal skill set current

Skills

• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of a Company Director
• Effective leadership
• Effective chairmanship of meetings
• Being able to be a respected Ambassador for the sport
• Public speaking ability
• Ability to successfully resolve conflicts

David Sherratt

I have been Chief Executive since 2000 and my first task was to relocate the administration office from Stoneleigh National Agricultural Centre to Lilleshall National Sports Centre. Prior to joining the Society I had worked in a retail bank carrying out a variety of duties including working as a manager in the Commercial Services sector dealing with a variety of companies in sectors including manufacturing, construction, retail and a charity. Since the move to Lilleshall, the Society has seen significant growth in both membership and funding and my role has been to develop external funding, manage the growth that results and develop the way in which the organisation operates.

email: david.sherratt@archerygb.org

This is a full-time employed post and may require overseas travel.

Main purpose of job

• Lead and drive forward the organisation through implementation of Board strategy

Main responsibilities

• Responsible for making and implementing operational decisions and running the Association on a day-to-day basis
• Lead and develop the Executive Team and ensure co-operation, efficiency and attainment of targets
• Obtain funding from outside agencies
• Build commercial and sponsorship income
• Delivery of Membership Services
• Act as Company Secretary, including ensuring that all financial and legal obligations are carried out
• Provide advice and guidance to the Directors and senior officials
• Act as head CRB officer

Knowledge, skills and experience required

• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of a Company Director
• Broad business background with preferable experience in a sporting area
• Proven track record of translating strategic vision into practice
• Demonstrable effective leadership and management capacity and high level business planning skills
• Ability to work effectively with a volunteer work force
• Capability to effectively communicate with internal and external audiences and media, and to be an advocate in political and corporate sectors
• Success in nurturing collaborations and effective partnerships
• Knowledge of the sports policy landscape nationally and in the home nations

Committees

• The CEO is required to meet with Executive Directors on a regular basis and maintain minutes of actions

Eric Jackson

email: director.finance@archerygb.org

This is a non-employed post where reasonable expenses are met. Expected time commitment is 50 days per annum and will include attendance at meetings of the Executive Directors, Board Meetings and the AGM.

Main purpose of job

• Providing strategic and financial guidance to ensure that the organisation's financial commitments are met; and
• developing and implementing all necessary policies and procedures to ensure sound financial management and control

Main responsibilities

• Manage the finance controller
• Manage the annual operating budget
• Monitor financial aspects of external contracts and services provided by suppliers
• Maintain the financial procedures manual and monitor its usage
• Providing advice and guidance on financial strategy
• Provide financial advice and guidance as required
• Oversee the preparation of the company's financial accounts
• Manage all matters related to the AGM
• Ensure that the company meets its financial and legal obligations
• Manage any potential personal conflicts of interest

Knowledge, skills and experience required

• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of a Company Director;
• an accountancy qualification (preferred) or equivalent experience;
• experience of financial planning and control;
• knowledge of archery (preferred;
• strategic thinking skills; and
• excellent interpersonal skills

Committees

• Chairs the General Purposes Committee; and
• is required to meet with the CEO and other Executive Directors on a regular basis

Bob McGonigle

I have been a member and a competing archer since 1995 and have served on Club, County and Region/Home Country committees and as Director - Scotland. In my professional life, I worked for 20 years in earthquake research as a Technician in places such as Yugoslavia, Greece, Turkey and Iran and then as a Graphics Analyst contributing to scientific papers. My next move was to the University of Edinburgh where I worked as Depute Commercial Manager securing software contracts for inward investment and leading various consultancy projects with companies such as Microsoft.

email: Email Bob McGonigle

Expected time commitment is 100 days per annum and will include attendance at meetings of the Executive Directors, Board Meetings and the AGM.

Main purpose of job

• Providing strategic guidance and delivery management to ensure that the organisation's marketing and development objectives are met; and

Main responsibilities

• Attendance at all Board Meetings and the Society's AGM with such taking priority over other archery specific events
• Responsible for making and implementing the Marketing and Development strategy
• Responsible for Marketing and Development KPIs, resources and budget
• Build commercial and sponsorship income
• Manage core team (currently National Development Manager and Communications Officer)
• Manage relations with contractor and partners
• Fully participate in the Executive Team

Knowledge, skills and experience required

• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of a Company Director;
• Broad business background with preferable experience in a sporting area
• Proven track record of translating strategic vision into practice
• Demonstrable effective leadership and management capacity and high level business planning skills
• Ability to work effectively with a volunteer work force
• Success in delivering through partnership

Committees

• Chairs the Communications committee
• Chairs the Development committee
• is required to meet with the CEO and other Executive Directors on a regular basis

Position is currently vacant - see http://www.archerygb.org/news/1828.php for more information

email: director.operations@archerygb.org

Expected time commitment is 100 days per annum and will include attendance at meetings of the Executive Directors, Board Meetings and the AGM.

Main purpose of job

• Providing strategic guidance and delivery management to ensure the effective running of the sport of archery in the UK.

Main responsibilities

• Attendance at all Board Meetings and the Society's AGM with such taking priority over other archery specific events
• Responsible for communication between the Board and the Operations Committees
• Responsible for Operations Committees KPIs, resources and budget
• Liaison with Senior Operations Officer
• Manage core team (Operations Committees)
• Fully participate in the Executive Team

Knowledge, skills and experience required

• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of a Company Director;
• Broad knowledge of archery at all levels including but not limited to club, recreational, and events.
• Broad business background with preferable experience in a sporting area
• Proven track record of translating strategic vision into practice
• Demonstrable effective leadership and management capacity and high level business planning skills
• Ability to work effectively with a volunteer work force
• Success in delivering through partnership

Committees

• Chairs the Operations committee meetings
• is required to meet with the CEO and other Executive Directors on a regular basis

Michael Ward

I started archery at the University of York as a time filler in 1997, and finally transferred to a local club a few years ago. The bug has bit hard and I now seem to spend most of my time doing something related to archery. I have shot most bowstyles but not to any great distinction, and have tried most disciplines.

I became a Leader in 2000, and ran the club training program for a number of years, becoming a Coach in 2006 and a County Coach in 2008. I am currently a member of Selby Archery Club, where I help out with all club activities. I've been involved in committees at Club, County and Regional levels for most of my time in Archery and have started and run a league for University clubs in the North of England since 2002.

Professionally I am a Programme Manager for a government funded software research institute, and a Software Engineer responsible for designing, testing and reviewing safety related software.

email: director.england@archerygb.org

This is a non-employed post where reasonable expenses are met. Expected time commitment is 25-50 days per annum and will include attendance at Board Meetings and the AGM. Where the post holder has additional responsibilities as a member of one or more governance committees, then the expected time commitment will rise to 50-100 days dependent on duties.

Role Requirements

• Time commitment: attend board meetings (with appropriate preparation time), attend AGM, some attendance at major archery competitions/events
• Travel: occasional UK travel may be required
• Experience: experience as a Board member of a similar-sized organisation or equivalent experience
• Knowledge: knowledge of the sport of archery in the UK is desired and an appreciation of boardroom and corporate governance issues would be helpful

Duties

• Act in a non-executive capacity
• Attendance at all Board Meetings and the Society's AGM with such taking priority over other archery specific events. Serve, as required, on appropriate governance committees to ensure robust scrutiny
• Constructively challenge on all aspects of the work of the Society
• Use skills and experience to ensure effective contribution to the working of the board
• Keeping personal skill set current

Skills

• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of a Company Director
• Capability to perform effective analysis of complex issues and produce constructive comment
• Ability to support, challenge and manage a relationship with other Directors, Committee Members and Staff
• Willingness to take direction and advice from the Chairman, whilst also feeling confident enough to challenge and listen to alternative views
• Capacity to act in an impartial and independent manner

Ian McGibbon

I have been shooting since 1990, and in that time have competed for Club and County, including during my university career. I have also shot for Home Nations teams - both for Scotland and more recently for Northern Ireland. While I have shot on Home Nations teams in a number of our domestic events, the highlight of my shooting career - so far - has been shooting at the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi. I'm currently ranked 25th in the UK. Apart from my shooting, I have also contributed to our sport over the years - I qualified as a coach in 2001, and have served on various committees, at university, Club and Regional/Home Nation level. I have also organised tournaments in various parts of the UK (including working on the unique university team hit-miss head-to-head event). In my professional life, I work in the Legal department of a large multi-national company. Having previously worked for one of the largest law firms in London, I have worked on a wide variety of commercial projects, for IT, financial services and manufacturing businesses, both in the regulated sector and otherwise.

email: director.northernireland@archerygb.org

This is a non-employed post where reasonable expenses are met. Expected time commitment is 25-50 days per annum and will include attendance at Board Meetings and the AGM. Where the post holder has additional responsibilities as a member of one or more governance committees, then the expected time commitment will rise to 50-100 days dependent on duties.

Role Requirements

• Time commitment: attend board meetings (with appropriate preparation time), attend AGM, some attendance at major archery competitions/events
• Travel: occasional UK travel may be required
• Experience: experience as a Board member of a similar-sized organisation or equivalent experience
• Knowledge: knowledge of the sport of archery in the UK is desired and an appreciation of boardroom and corporate governance issues would be helpful

Duties

• Act in a non-executive capacity
• Attendance at all Board Meetings and the Society's AGM with such taking priority over other archery specific events. Serve, as required, on appropriate governance committees to ensure robust scrutiny
• Constructively challenge on all aspects of the work of the Society
• Use skills and experience to ensure effective contribution to the working of the Board
• Keeping personal skill set current

Skills

• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of a Company Director
• Capability to perform effective analysis of complex issues and produce constructive comment
• Ability to support, challenge and manage a relationship with other Directors, Committee Members and Staff
• Willingness to take direction and advice from the Chairman, whilst also feeling confident enough to challenge and listen to alternative views
• Capacity to act in an impartial and independent manner

Muriel Kirkwood

I have been a member of Archery GB since 1986, becoming my Club's secretary in 1988 and qualifying as a Coach in 1989 to help build up my Club. Since those early days I've have held various positions at Club and County level and been involved whether helping at squads, keeping the books, sourcing trophies, selecting teams or banging in pegs and sewing flags. Over all these years I've enjoyed the hospitality of many Clubs throughout England, Wales and Northern Ireland whether competing and visiting, and met many archers from all corners at the Euro-Nations tournaments. I've shot for Scotland most years since 1995 firstly in Recurve and latterly in Compound and was privileged to be on the Scottish Team at the Commonwealth Cup in India in 2006 and help bring home a team medal. Professionally I'm a data analyst with a government funded statistics group and am also responsible for my organisation's website which led to me becoming involved in developing a website for Scottish Archery in 2001 and I still enjoy keeping the site updated today.

email: director.scotland@archerygb.org

This is a non-employed post where reasonable expenses are met. Expected time commitment is 25-50 days per annum and will include attendance at Board Meetings and the AGM. Where the post holder has additional responsibilities as a member of one or more governance committees, then the expected time commitment will rise to 50-100 days dependent on duties.

Role Requirements

• Time commitment: attend board meetings (with appropriate preparation time), attend AGM, some attendance at major archery competitions/events
• Travel: occasional UK travel may be required
• Experience: experience as a Board member of a similar-sized organisation or equivalent experience
• Knowledge: knowledge of the sport of archery in the UK is desired and an appreciation of boardroom and corporate governance issues would be helpful

Duties

• Act in a non-executive capacity
• Attendance at all Board Meetings and the Society's AGM with such taking priority over other archery specific events. Serve, as required, on appropriate governance committees to ensure robust scrutiny
• Constructively challenge on all aspects of the work of the Society
• Use skills and experience to ensure effective contribution to the working of the board
• Keeping personal skill set current

Skills

• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of a Company Director
• Capability to perform effective analysis of complex issues and produce constructive comment
• Ability to support, challenge and manage a relationship with other Directors, Committee Members and Staff
• Willingness to take direction and advice from the Chairman, whilst also feeling confident enough to challenge and listen to alternative views
• Capacity to act in an impartial and independent manner

Andrew Tizard-Varcoe

email: director.wales@archerygb.org

This is a non-employed post where reasonable expenses are met. Expected time commitment is 25-50 days per annum and will include attendance at Board Meetings and the AGM. Where the post holder has additional responsibilities as a member of one or more governance committees, then the expected time commitment will rise to 50-100 days dependent on duties.

Role Requirements

• Time commitment: attend board meetings (with appropriate preparation time), attend AGM, some attendance at major archery competitions/events
• Travel: occasional UK travel may be required
• Experience: experience as a Board member of a similar-sized organisation or equivalent experience
• Knowledge: knowledge of the sport of archery in the UK is desired and an appreciation of boardroom and corporate governance issues would be helpful

Duties

• Act in a non-executive capacity
• Attendance at all Board Meetings and the Society's AGM with such taking priority over other archery specific events. Serve, as required, on appropriate governance committees to ensure robust scrutiny
• Constructively challenge on all aspects of the work of the Society
• Use skills and experience to ensure effective contribution to the working of the board
• Keeping personal skill set current

Skills

• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of a Company Director
• Capability to perform effective analysis of complex issues and produce constructive comment
• Ability to support, challenge and manage a relationship with other Directors, Committee Members and Staff
• Willingness to take direction and advice from the Chairman, whilst also feeling confident enough to challenge and listen to alternative views
• Capacity to act in an impartial and independent manner

Trish Lovell

I have been a member of GNAS/Archery GB since 1971 when I joined my works' club. Fairly soon after that my husband Derrick joined and we went from being club archers to getting roped into attending tournaments, becoming Instructors, County Coaches, and for myself eventually a Senior Coach, but generally getting involved in various jobs at the club, Treasurer, Secretary, Records Officer, Chairman, ordinary members. We eventually became involved in County committees with Derrick going on to Regional and National committees. After many years through Derrick's judging I was introduced to Field archery and luckily was observed by Jack Secombes (then Team Manager) and persuaded to take things a bit more seriously this finally resulted in me be becoming a World Champion twice, a European Champion once and I also had some luck at the World Games, which is Field Archery's equivalent of the Olympics.

Throughout this time, apart from a few years off when we started our family I have worked full-time. I trained as a Biomedical Scientist at Guys in the late 60's and have worked in both Industry and the National Health Service where I still am.

Archery generally but mostly Target and Field has played a bit part in my life for many years, both as a competitor and a coach and I hope that in my new post as President of the Society I can continue to contribute to its growth and development.

email: president@archerygb.org

The President will:

• Be the outward facing figure to all other bodies concerned with this Society
• Attend (if possible) all National tournaments. If this is not possible, will arrange for a Vice-President to substitute for him or her on these occasions.
• Attend (if possible) any function or event, internal or external, at the request of the Chairman or Chief Executive of the Society.
• Have the right to receive all papers relating to meetings of the Board and General Meetings of the Society and may attend any or all meetings of the Board. He/she will be entitled to speak on any relevant issue but will not have a vote.
• Undertake any task requested by the Chairman, Chief Executive or Board of Directors pertinent to the President's position.

Mike Brighton

I discovered archery quite by accident in 1985 at the age of 34 - until then I was not aware of its existence as a competitive sport. I had long been interested in early and mediæval history and fancied the idea of shooting a longbow - however I soon came to enjoy the recurve bow, which I shoot almost exclusively. Progress was slow and steady until I qualified as Master Bowman in target archery first in 1991 and became a regular member of the county team. The following year I decided to try field archery more seriously and gained my MB at my first ever tournament abroad, then GMB in 1994.

Over the next 12 years I competed regularly in both target and field tournaments throughout the UK and in northern Europe and especially in the European 5 Nations championship, ultimately gaining a 3rd place FITA Field Archery World Ranking in 2006.

Meanwhile I qualified as a Coach in 1995 and subsequently served as chairman of the county coaching group for several years, attended the National Coaching Conference on a number of occasions and the 2009 FITA Coaching Conference in Rome.

Due to a combination of circumstances (including a shoulder injury, not related to archery) I had to greatly reduce my shooting in 2007; but then along came the FITA World Cup event at Dover, where I worked with the field party - the week was a superb experience that really opened my eyes to what archery is capable of being. Since then I have concentrated on working for the county association as its President, in a development role and in building and maintaining its web site.

Archery has given me the opportunity to achieve far more than I could have realistically expected, after taking it up at such a "mature" age, and has enabled me to meet people and make friends from all over the world and to shoot/work with some extraordinary people; my only regret is that I did not discover its existence a good deal earlier, but on the positive side, the public profile of archery has increased greatly since 1985!

email: vice.president@archerygb.org

The Vice-President will

• Substitute for the President if requested by the President, Chairman or Chief Executive.
• Undertake any task requested by the Chairman, Chief Executive or Board of Directors pertinent to the Vice-President's position.