Norfolk Cricket Foundation
Description
https://www.norfolkcricket.co.uk/norfolk-cricket-foundation-ncf-volunteer-trustee-opportunity/
The Norfolk Cricket Foundation exists to develop the game of cricket in Norfolk. Our ambition is to retain and increase participation across all pillars of the game.
The Norfolk Cricket Foundation (NCF) has a small workforce comprising full-time, part-time, zero-hours and contracted staff. The Foundation’s operations are overseen by the Cricket Development Director, who works closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver an ambitious strategy for the growth and development of cricket across Norfolk.
For more information on the volunteer trusetee oppourtunity, click on the PDF attached below.
Trustee Opportunity
We are particularly interested in hearing from individuals with skills, knowledge or experience in education, digital & marketing, and women’s and girls’ sport. These areas offer exciting opportunities to support the Foundation’s ambitions, broaden participation and help us reach new audiences across Norfolk.
Previous involvement in cricket is not essential. However, a genuine passion for growing the game, widening access and supporting the delivery of our County Plan is essential. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences who can bring fresh perspectives and help shape the future of cricket in Norfolk.
Our work is guided by four core values:
- Run on Respect
- Embrace Enjoyment
- Build Belonging
- Progress with Purpose
The NCF supports all areas of the game, working closely with our 95 affiliated clubs and a wide range of cricket communities. Our work includes supporting open-age and junior leagues, delivering the Norfolk County Age Group programme, developing coaches, officials and club volunteers, running schools programmes, overseeing ECB and local initiatives and competitions, and supporting disability cricket, safeguarding and welfare.
We work in partnership with a wide range of organisations, including the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), other County Cricket Boards, Active Norfolk, Sport England, local councils, schools, leagues, clubs and sponsors. These partnerships are vital to helping us grow the game, strengthen communities and make cricket accessible to more people across Norfolk.
The Role
As the Norfolk Cricket Foundation (NCF) continues to grow, we are looking to appoint up to three Trustees to help deliver our ambitious strategy to develop recreational cricket across Norfolk and introduce the game to new people and communities.
We are looking for people who share our vision and are passionate about inspiring, leading and influencing the growth of cricket across the county.
The NCF is committed to being effective, transparent and accountable, while maintaining the highest standards of governance. Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are central to our strategy, helping us create a welcoming, supportive, safe and fair environment where everyone can thrive, contribute and enjoy the game.
We welcome fresh perspectives, innovative thinking and applications from people with a range of backgrounds and experiences. We are particularly interested in candidates whose skills and expertise address gaps in our existing Trustee skills matrix.
Our priority is to appoint Trustees who bring the passion, skills and experience needed to support existing cricket communities, while helping us reach new audiences and make cricket more accessible and inclusive across Norfolk.
The current Board of Trustees has strong skills and expertise across a range of areas, including facility development, EDI, discipline, safeguarding, fundraising and project management, legal matters, accountancy and financial planning, and governance. We are looking to build on these existing strengths by welcoming new Trustees whose skills and experience complement the current Board and support the Foundation’s future ambitions.
Time commitment
The expected time commitment is approximately 2–4 hours per month, with most tasks able to be completed from home, apart from face-to-face meetings.
Trustees meet quarterly for evening meetings in Horsford and attend a half-day, face-to-face annual away day. There may also be opportunities to contribute to committees, alongside a small amount of work between meetings.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
The Norfolk Cricket Foundation is committed to creating an accessible, inclusive and welcoming environment. We particularly encourage applications from people from underrepresented groups, including ethnic minority communities, women and disabled people, to help us build a diverse Board that reflects the communities we serve.
Whilst this is a voluntary role, the Norfolk Cricket Foundation have a dedicated policy which allows Trustees to claim reimbursement for reasonable expenses incurred while undertaking their duties including travel expenses to events/meetings.
How to Apply
To apply please send a covering letter and a copy of your CV to NCF Chair, Duncan Vaughan via email at [email protected] outlining the following:
- What excites you about this role
- What you will bring to the role
- Any experience and skills in the financial running’s of foundations/charities.
Deadline: Monday 7th December 2026
More Information & Questions
- For a conversation in confidence, please contact Chair, Duncan on 07941 248548 or via email at [email protected]