Independent Members – Club Licensing Decision Making Bodies

The Role

The FAW is seeking to appoint persons to an independent pool of members to sit on its First Instance Body or Appeals Body for the Club Licensing process. The FAW Club Licensing process assesses clubs within Wales who wish to participate in UEFA club competitions as well as domestic competitions from Tiers 1-3 in the men’s game and Tiers 1-2 in the women’s game. The FAW currently has a First Instance Body and an Appeals Body which consider the following licences:

1. Women’s UEFA & Tier 1 Club Licence
2. Men’s UEFA & Tier 1 Club Licence
3. Men’s & Women’s Tier 2 Club Licence
4. Men’s Tier 3 Club Licence

For each of the four points mentioned above there is a First Instance Body and an Appeals Body. The First Instance Body evaluates all clubs based on the submissions made to comply with the respective Club Licensing Regulations. Any club who is refused a licence by the First Instance Body can appeal this decision which will then be considered by an Appeals Body.

The Club Licensing process is made up of six core functions which are:

1. Legal
2. Financial
3. Infrastructure
4. Sporting
5. Personnel & Administrative
6. Social & Environmental Sustainability

To ensure there is a good cross reference of expertise across each of these areas, we would be looking to recruit individuals who have expertise in at least one of these areasThe job description giving full details can be downloaded here 

THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION OF WALES (FAW)

One of the three oldest associations in the world, the FAW was established in 1876 to nurture, lead and promote the interest of football in Wales. As a member of FIFA and UEFA, we’re committed to fostering the game in light of fair play on a global basis, and we’re active guardians of the ‘Laws of the Game’ along with another four bodies through IFAB.

Our mission is to make sure that football creates positive, inclusive experiences enjoyed locally and nationally, and promote the sport in Wales by highlighting its benefits for everyone, everywhere. We recognise a need for constant development and improvement, and Welsh football must not sit at the side-lines. By listening and working with our football family members and stakeholders, we strive to provide an inclusive and accessible offer that creates opportunities for all at every level of the game. By harnessing the power of football and all it has to offer, we’ll make a difference for every member, stakeholder, supporter, and community throughout Wales and beyond.   

The FAW is governed by a Board of Directors made up of an Independent Chair, the CEO, two Independent Non-Executives, the four Officers of the FAW and three elected Members. The FAW Board is responsible to the Shareholders of the FAW called the FAW Council. The Council is made up of elected and nominated representatives from Welsh Football. The FAW Council, with the FAW Executive, manages football related activities through a series of committees. The CEO has the responsibility to manage the business and all staff employed by the FAW.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES                    

The Football Association of Wales strives to become a leading employer that reflects the communities of Wales while creating an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace for all employees. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications women and individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, Black, Asian, and Mixed-Heritage backgrounds.

Further to this the FAW are actively seeking to increase diversity within our workforce and have established a guaranteed interview scheme. We are committed to ensuring we recruit the best people on the objective basis of their skills, ability and experience.  We value the benefits of diversity at work and understand that diversity of perspective and experience can encourage respectful creativity, foster innovation and create opportunities for all.  

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME APPLICATION

We may offer a guaranteed interview to eligible applicants who wish to opt-in to this scheme.  

To be eligible to apply via the Guaranteed Interview Scheme, you must either:

• Consider yourself to have a disability that substantially affects your ability to do normal daily activities, 

OR

be from/part of an ethnic group who do not identify as White British/English/Welsh/Scottish/ Northern Irish.

To be guaranteed an interview under the scheme in your application you need to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifying criteria for the vacancy.

The principles of fair and open competition will apply, and appointments will be made on merit.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check

This role, due to its nature, duties, and responsibilities, will be subject to the successful applicant undergoing a check by the DBS.

APPLICATION PROCESS TIMELINE

• Deadline for applicants is midnight on Monday 1st September. Applications received after this date will not be considered. 
• If the FAW receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close the role early.   
• All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. 

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The Role

The FAW is seeking to appoint persons to an independent pool of members to sit on its First Instance Body or Appeals Body for the Club Licensing process. The FAW Club Licensing process assesses clubs within Wales who wish to participate in UEFA club competitions as well as domestic competitions from Tiers 1-3 in the men’s game and Tiers 1-2 in the women’s game. The FAW currently has a First Instance Body and an Appeals Body which consider the following licences:

1. Women’s UEFA & Tier 1 Club Licence
2. Men’s UEFA & Tier 1 Club Licence
3. Men’s & Women’s Tier 2 Club Licence
4. Men’s Tier 3 Club Licence

For each of the four points mentioned above there is a First Instance Body and an Appeals Body. The First Instance Body evaluates all clubs based on the submissions made to comply with the respective Club Licensing Regulations. Any club who is refused a licence by the First Instance Body can appeal this decision which will then be considered by an Appeals Body.

The Club Licensing process is made up of six core functions which are:

1. Legal
2. Financial
3. Infrastructure
4. Sporting
5. Personnel & Administrative
6. Social & Environmental Sustainability

To ensure there is a good cross reference of expertise across each of these areas, we would be looking to recruit individuals who have expertise in at least one of these areasThe job description giving full details can be downloaded here 

THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION OF WALES (FAW)

One of the three oldest associations in the world, the FAW was established in 1876 to nurture, lead and promote the interest of football in Wales. As a member of FIFA and UEFA, we’re committed to fostering the game in light of fair play on a global basis, and we’re active guardians of the ‘Laws of the Game’ along with another four bodies through IFAB.

Our mission is to make sure that football creates positive, inclusive experiences enjoyed locally and nationally, and promote the sport in Wales by highlighting its benefits for everyone, everywhere. We recognise a need for constant development and improvement, and Welsh football must not sit at the side-lines. By listening and working with our football family members and stakeholders, we strive to provide an inclusive and accessible offer that creates opportunities for all at every level of the game. By harnessing the power of football and all it has to offer, we’ll make a difference for every member, stakeholder, supporter, and community throughout Wales and beyond.   

The FAW is governed by a Board of Directors made up of an Independent Chair, the CEO, two Independent Non-Executives, the four Officers of the FAW and three elected Members. The FAW Board is responsible to the Shareholders of the FAW called the FAW Council. The Council is made up of elected and nominated representatives from Welsh Football. The FAW Council, with the FAW Executive, manages football related activities through a series of committees. The CEO has the responsibility to manage the business and all staff employed by the FAW.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES                    

The Football Association of Wales strives to become a leading employer that reflects the communities of Wales while creating an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace for all employees. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications women and individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, Black, Asian, and Mixed-Heritage backgrounds.

Further to this the FAW are actively seeking to increase diversity within our workforce and have established a guaranteed interview scheme. We are committed to ensuring we recruit the best people on the objective basis of their skills, ability and experience.  We value the benefits of diversity at work and understand that diversity of perspective and experience can encourage respectful creativity, foster innovation and create opportunities for all.  

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME APPLICATION

We may offer a guaranteed interview to eligible applicants who wish to opt-in to this scheme.  

To be eligible to apply via the Guaranteed Interview Scheme, you must either:

• Consider yourself to have a disability that substantially affects your ability to do normal daily activities, 

OR

be from/part of an ethnic group who do not identify as White British/English/Welsh/Scottish/ Northern Irish.

To be guaranteed an interview under the scheme in your application you need to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifying criteria for the vacancy.

The principles of fair and open competition will apply, and appointments will be made on merit.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check

This role, due to its nature, duties, and responsibilities, will be subject to the successful applicant undergoing a check by the DBS.

APPLICATION PROCESS TIMELINE

• Deadline for applicants is midnight on Monday 1st September. Applications received after this date will not be considered. 
• If the FAW receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close the role early.   
• All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. 

REPORTING TO:                       Club Licensing Manager

CONTRACT TYPE:                        

Voluntary Role

LOCATION:                              Various / Online

FEES:                                          £200 per appointment plus travel expenses as required

Deadline for applicants is midnight on Monday 1st September. Applications received after this date will not be considered.