President-Role

The President is responsible for the overall management of the club and all of its operations. This involves running club meetings andensuring effective management of the Executive Committee and its sub-committees.

KEY ROLES

• To be well informed of all club activities including, financial position, programmes run by the club, who is in charge of the programmes and the number of teams/players.
• Be aware of the future direction and plans of club members.
• Ensure the Board adheres to the proposed action plans and goals of the membership.
• Have a good understanding of the club constitution, club rules, policies and the duties of all office holders and the various sub-committees.
• Manage Executive Committee and or sub-committee meetings. The President should ensure that all club matters are discussed and the best decisions are made, without the meeting lasting longer than necessary.
• Manage the clubs Annual General Meeting (AGM) by following the agenda, completing all business, making awards or presentations, and if applicable, introducing and welcoming a guest speaker.
• Act as chairperson of all general and board meetings.
• Represent the club at local, regional and national levels. Serve as the club’s representative in the community and attend functions at which the club is to be represented.
• Be a supportive leader to all club members. The President should listen to other people’s suggestions (not just committee members) and bring them to the Executive Committees attention if required.
• Act as a facilitator for club activities such as fundraising or social events.
• Ensure that planning and budgeting for the future is carried out in accordance with the wishes of the club members.
• See that information requested by the Association or state body and all correspondence from the Association or state body is communicated and promptly acted upon.