England Lacrosse Referee Advisory Group seeks Chair

The England Lacrosse Referee Advisory Group (RAG) is looking to appoint a new Chair with applications for the role open today.

The RAG works under the guidance of the Officiating Advisory Group (OAG) and National Lacrosse Committee (NLC) is responsible for leading on the strategy for the future of refereeing in England.

Members are responsible for, among other things, ensuring the group builds and maintains links with NLC, OAG, Regions, Talent and Performance and be a functional part of RAG meetings, reviewing all information on officiating development and performance in order to ensure sound decision making, effective monitoring and the provision of suitable advice.

Please note, the Chair of the RAG is a voluntary position, with agreed expenses paid.

The ideal candidate for RAG Chair will have:

• Good all-round acumen with proven experience, skills and knowledge of the requirements tolead a national sub-group.

• Experience of working in a committee, group or similar forums at a senior level in a commercial, academic, voluntary or public sector context.

• Strong leadership skills to coordinate decision making for the group.

• Experience in setting goals, strategy, ethics and governance.

• Ability to interpret and deliver EL policy and strategy to reflect the needs of officiating.

• Knowledge of accountability, monitoring and evaluation.

The Chair will:

• Have strategic perspective and vision to support the delivery of the EL Strategy and People Plan through leading officiating development.

• Work in a team as a member of a high performing group.

• Debate and prioritise relevant issues.

• Lead the group in fulfilling its responsibilities concerning statutory compliance, the good governance of the organisation, its financial stability and appropriate risk management.

• Ensure appropriate communication takes place with all stakeholders.

• Represent and champion England Lacrosse as its advocate and ambassador for the sport at local, regional and national levels.

• Be a guardian of the reputation of EL and seek to ensure it is regarded as a supportive, respected and trusted body ensuring the core values of EL are upheld individually.

• Provide guidance and support to the EL Executive Staff in the performance of his/her responsibilities.

How to Apply

To submit an application for this position please email the following documents to [email protected]

• Cover Letter highlighting your motivation for the post and relevant experience. 

• Up to date CV.

• Complete Equalities Monitoring Form.

Responsible to: Lead for Officiating

Application closing date: Monday 26 January 2026