Secretary

Are you a passionate organiser, clear communicator, and committed to driving meaningful change? Want to be part of a pioneering organisation reshaping equity, visibility, and opportunity for Black leaders in sport? Then this could be your calling.

We’re on the lookout for a someone to join our dynamic and growing team.

About the Role

As our Volunteer Secretary, you’ll play a central role in supporting BLISN’s governance and strategic direction. You’ll coordinate meetings, keep us on track with minutes and actions, and help ensure we operate with integrity, efficiency, and impact. You’ll be at the heart of our mission — amplifying Black voices and leadership in sport.

·      The Secretary’s main role is to ensure that everyone is kept informed.

·      The key responsibilities of a Secretary include:

·      Taking minutes (taking the notes of the meeting)

·      Writing letters officially on behalf of the group

·      Receiving correspondence on behalf of the group and keep the group up to date on correspondence

·      Keep a list of the current members on the committee

·      It may be possible to elect a separate minute taker to take some of the pressure off the Secretary, but this is at the discretion of the group.

·      The key responsibilities of the minute taker include:

·      Organisation of meetings e.g., Time and place etc.

·      Drafting the agenda with the Chairperson

·      Taking of minutes

·      Writing up and circulation of minutes

What You’ll Bring

 A love for structure, detail, and clarity

• Confidence in writing and communicating with a diverse group of professionals
• The ability to handle confidential matters discreetly
• Passion for equity, inclusion, and making sport a fairer space
• A positive, can-do attitude and commitment to collaborative working

What You’ll Gain

• A chance to shape a national network creating real social change
• Work alongside a visionary founder and powerful collective of changemakers
• Build your professional profile in the nonprofit and sports sector
• Flexible hours, remote working, and a community that values your voice

This role is ideal for:

Emerging professionals, recent graduates, or experienced administrators seeking to give back and contribute to a legacy of leadership and empowerment in sport.