[Hiring] Volunteer Panel Member for Disciplinary and Grievance Panel @British Rowing

Role Description

The Disciplinary and Grievance Panel (D&G panel) is an independent panel to support British Rowing in dealing with matters referred to it by regions, clubs or individuals. The principal purpose of the Disciplinary and Grievance Panel is to ensure that the national governing body handles all grievance and disciplinary matters fairly and equitably and in accordance with its regulations.

• The Panel reports to the Board of British Rowing.
• It comprises a minimum of eight people whose appointment is approved by the Board.
• A knowledge of sports, or rowing in particular, is not an essential requirement for Panel Membership.
• Membership of the Disciplinary and Grievance Panel is a voluntary role; no employee of British Rowing may be a Panel Member.
• Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

The primary function of the Panel is to resolve grievances, appeals and other disciplinary matters referred to it.

• The Panel acts as an Appeals Board for non-selection for International or Olympic representation as selected by British Rowing.
• This aspect of its work operates to a very strict timeframe and requires the ability to review procedures and processes expeditiously in the context of selection.
• The Panel is tasked with making recommendations to the Board via the CEO as may be necessary to ensure the effective and equitable handling of disciplinary and grievance matters.
• It may also be asked to provide assistance and/or guidance to British Rowing members, clubs, competitions and regions regarding the regulations.

Qualifications

• Experienced in judicial matters and procedures (e.g., barristers, lawyers, solicitors, or Justices of the Peace with a minimum of five years experience).
• Experience in disciplinary or grievance work would be advantageous.

Requirements

• Panel members are expected to attend meetings of the Disciplinary and Grievance Panel, which typically take place twice a year (generally held online).
• Panel Members may be required to act as a member of a Panel established to review a particular matter, which could be held in London or in a region or online.
• Such Panels normally would expect to sit for one day to hear evidence or review written submissions.
• Panel members are expected to maintain high standards, compliance with recognised good practice guidelines, and comply with relevant requirements of British Rowing.

Benefits

• Panel members will be asked to undergo training from time to time.
• Membership of the Panels is pro bono in a voluntary capacity.

Company Description

British Rowing is the national governing body for rowing in England. Our core purpose is to harness the power of rowing to change lives.

• Our Values: Teamwork | Respect | Integrity | Ambition | Inclusion