England Netball East Midlands Region Person Specification – Recognition & Profile TSG Lead Role Title: Recognition & Profile TSG Lead Responsible: Regional Management Board Main purpose of the role: To recognise and publicise achievements and successes of netball within the region in conjunction with East Midlands Regional Netball office staff To work with the RMB, ROG, TSGs and the regional office team to raise the profile of netball in the East Midlands Role of the group: Identify and celebrate achievements in conjunction with the regional office Gain media coverage for netball (outside of partnership with Loughborough Lightning) within the sport and non-sport sections of the media Build strategic and operational relationships with Loughborough Lightning (LL) through the annual pre-season planning process Lead in the event management of the regional Goalden Globe Awards Promote game development, schemes and initiatives throughout the region Conduct primary and secondary market research and analysis for EM Netball Hold a list of media contacts for the region in conjunction with the Regional office Share good practice of raising the recognition and profile of netball with County Netball Associations, ensuring two-way communication Ensure that the East Midlands Netball brand is promoted and used consistently Investigate and in conjunction with Governance & Finance Group secure sponsorship opportunities for East Midlands Netball. Set regional R&P operating budget in consultation with ROG Contribute to regional calendar Skills/Aptitudes: Essential Requirements A high level of objectivity and independent judgement A high level of integrity Ability to think and act strategically An understanding of finance management An ability to work in partnership A commitment to equitable and equal opportunities Ability to communicate concisely and effectively Good organisational skills Good interpersonal skills To have knowledge and experience of marketing, promotions and awareness of commercial opportunities Ability to chair a meeting, take notes and produce minutes Effective people management skills Effective and organised, to ensure consistent and coherent driven operation of the TSG Have access to e-mail and telephone An enthusiasm for women’s sport