The Football Association - Inclusion Advisory Board Member

The Role

As two current Board members will complete their maximum term limit later this year, we are seeking to appoint 2 new representatives to its Inclusion Advisory Board (IAB).

The IAB was introduced in 2013 following the introduction of the cross-football Inclusion and Anti-Discrimination Plan. Today it reports into the main Board and works very closely with the executive responsible for delivering the EDI strategy on the ground.

We are currently mid cycle of our 4-year equality, diversity and inclusion strategy - A Game Free From Discrimination here.

Key Accountabilities

• Be an advocate for The FA's equality, diversity and inclusion work; influencing and championing the work to contribute to its success.
• Debate issues; reflecting the views and interests of underrepresented groups, whilst acting in the best interests of the FA.
• Challenge and provide constructive guidance to the executive on inclusion and anti-discrimination matters and from time to time be willing to opine on complex matters where a committee decision is required.
• Actively contribute and provide thought leadership to the development of strategy; advise and participate in implementation (where required and practically possible).

What we are looking for

• A passion for the equality, diversity and inclusion agenda across the breadth of the football ecosystem
• A broad knowledge of the issues and challenges facing underrepresented groups in football.
• Knowledge and thought leadership that is progressive and beneficial to the ongoing development of The FA's work in this area.
• A sound understanding of the modern game of football in its various forms.
• The ability to build and maintain constructive working relationships with others (including fellow IAB Members, FA colleagues and colleagues from across the football family).
• A willingness to act in the best interests of The FA without regard to personal interest or benefit.

Time Commitment

• As a minimum, IAB Members should attend three meetings each year, typically at even intervals.
• Meetings are usually held on a weekday at Wembley Stadium although at least one of these meetings may be held at The National Football Centre at St. George's Park near Burton-On-Trent.
• In addition, you may be asked to represent The FA at various events/forums.
• Expenses incurred in order to travel to meetings will be reimbursed.
• Members will be appointed for a term of three years, after which they will be eligible to reapply for another three years, up to three times (maximum of 9 years).