Motorcycling NSW Board of Directors Call for Nomination

Motorcycling NSW (MNSW) is the peak body for Motorcycling in New South Wales and is affiliated with Motorcycling Australia. MNSW is recognised by the NSW Government and relevant agencies within New South Wales as the governing body for Motorcycling sport and recreation within this State.

Motorcycling NSW is calling for Board Director nominations to fill two (2) MNSW elected Director vacancies. Nominations Close: 5pm Friday March 31, 2023

The key roles of the Board of Directors of MNSW include:

• • Appointing and managing the performance of CEO
  • Formulating and implementing goals and strategic direction
  • Determining policies relevant to the governance and performance management of the business
  • Establishing and determining the function of Committees
  • Approving the budget and all major items of capital expenditure
  • Ensuring compliance with legal requirements
  • Ensuring the financial viability of the organisation

N.B the Board meets via videoconference and in person several times per year for Board meetings and other activities. We expect Board members to be available and actively participate in all Board related activities.

Further information on Directorship with Motorcycling NSW Limited can be sighted within the MNSW Constitution

Demonstrated Skills & Knowledge

In alignment with the Sport Australia Governance principles, Directors should have demonstrated experience in one or more of the following disciplines:

• • Leadership capabilities
  • Strategic, business and financial management
  • Risk management, corporate governance and integrity
  • Legal
  • Accounting and/or auditing (preferred CFO or Audit Committee experience)
  • Information System development and implementation.
  • Commercial development (including corporate sponsorship, fundraising, high net worth philanthropy)
  • Government partnerships
  • Business transformation and commercial program participation development, including brand recognition, corporate responsibilities, development and marketing.
  • Media management and public relations.

Knowledge

Directors should have demonstrated knowledge in several of the following:

• • Tertiary qualification or significant experience in law, finance, business, management.
  • Understanding of sport and recreation industry
  • Demonstrated high level financial literacy
  • Understanding of the Australia sports system
  • Sports law and accounting
  • IT systems development and implementation

Diversity

MNSW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MNSW does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Remuneration

MNSW is a not-for-profit State Sporting Organisation and all Director positions are voluntary. Reimbursement for any expenses performing the role of Director is applicable when aligned with the MNSW Reimbursement Policy.

Nomination Form

The nomination form requires nominees to;

• • Submit in writing their personal details,
  • Attach a one-page document (max), outlining the nominees’ credentials and personal overview on directorship with MNSW.
  • Confirm their eligibility in holding a company director’s role under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).
  • Confirm that they are eligible and comply with clause 14.3 of the MNSW Constitution
  • Additionally, as per clause 14.2.1 of the MNSW Constitution ‘The nomination must be made in writing by the nominee and authorised by the club president or secretary of a MNSW affiliated club of which the nominee is a financial or life member.’

View: Download Nomination Form

Nominations Close: 5pm Friday March 31, 2023

More Information

For any questions or further clarification on any matters relating to this, please contact the Motorcycling NSW CEO Daniel Rushworth via dr@motorcycling.com.au