Athletics NI (ANI) is responsible for developing and promoting the sport of athletics in Northern Ireland, in partnership with UK Athletics and the other home country associations. Athletics NI oversees the delivery of events, coaching and education programmes, performance pathways, anti-doping and integrity policies, and membership and affiliation services.
ANI is seeking to appoint a Treasurer to join its board of directors, which consists of eight elected members and four independent members. The board is accountable to ANI’s members and stakeholders, and provides strategic direction, governance oversight, and financial and risk management for the organisation. The Treasurer board member will bring expertise, experience and diversity to the board, and will contribute to the achievement of the ANI's vision, mission and values. The Treasurer will also act as an ambassador for the sport and the organisation as required.
ANI adheres to the Code for Sports Governance and expects its board members to uphold the highest standards of governance and conduct.
The Treasurer Board member will be a Board member of Athletics Northern Ireland (ANI)
The Treasurer’s role is:
- to advise the Boards on the financial implications of Athletics Northern Ireland;
- to oversee the preparation and presentation of budgets, accounts and financial statements to Board meetings and to the Annual General Meeting;
- to advise the Board on its financial reserves and investment activities; and to ensure that these are compatible with the organisations’ policies and legal responsibilities.
- to ensure that the appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place and that any auditors’ recommendations are implemented.
- to Chair the Audit & Risk sub-committee and meet with the external auditor at least on an annual basis.
- to work with the CEO and the Finance Manager to ensure these strategic duties are delivered through their day to day operational activity.
How to Apply
To apply for a role, please send a CV and a covering letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role, and how you meet the criteria for the post, to the ANI Chairperson - Phillip.Snoddy@athleticsni.org by Friday 6th June 2025 at 12 noon. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview with a panel of board members and external advisers. The appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and eligibility checks.
Closing Date
Friday / 06 June 2025
12:00pm
12:00pm
Contact Details
Old Coach Road
Belfast
BT9 5HR
United Kingdom
Phillip.Snoddy@athleticsni.org