Join RFU’s National Youth Council and help shape the future

For rugby union to thrive across England it’s essential for the RFU to hear and react to the views of young people involved in the sport.

 

 

• Closing date for applications: Monday 24 April (17.00)
• Interviews will take place online W/C 15^th & 22^nd May.
• Apply here

The RFU’s National Youth Council are recruiting an additional four volunteers to join them for next season and make an impact across the game.

The National Youth Council gives young people a voice so that they can make their views heard in the decision-making process, while also providing meaningful opportunities for members to develop and expand their network.

Members are aged from 18 to 25, and as well as offering perspective on England’s young players, volunteers, and fans, are actively involved in RFU sub-committees and working groups. They help to identify and develop projects which will have a lasting impact on the growth of the game and youth representation.

This season the National Youth Council has developed and produced case studies to bring to life how clubs can engage more young volunteers, worked with several Constituent Bodies to increase youth representation at the local level and attended RFU Council meetings, providing the opportunity to address important issues and make an impact on the development of rugby.  

Kirsten Flower, Chair of the National Youth Council, says: “Being on the National Youth Council has provided so many opportunities to further my personal and professional development both within and outside rugby”

As part of the role, there will also be the opportunity to join one of the following sub-committees: Club & CB Development, Game Development, and the Rugby Football Referees Union, all of which offer the chance to both help rugby flourish and develop an impressive CV.

The NYC is looking for outstanding applicants who are passionate about rugby and making a difference. They will have the creativity and drive to take forward ideas and projects and want to influence change and develop a legacy in rugby.

Through serving on the NYC, they will be able to take their volunteering to the next level by developing personal and professional skills and working as part of a team. 

 

OPPORTUNITIES THAT COME WITH THE ROLE

The NYC role comes with the chance to develop valuable skills, gain access to a mentor, and shape the future development of rugby.

 

 

The National Youth Council meets at least four times a year, with a mixture of virtual and face to face meetings, interspersed with ongoing projects and sub-committee meetings. Members need to be available for meetings, as well as playing active roles in the development and completion of identified projects.

Please note this is a voluntary role, but expenses will be covered.

 

INTERESTED?

Applications are now open and if you or someone you know would love to help rugby grow and provide a youth perspective, you can apply online here.

At England Rugby, one of our core objectives is to drive rugby union to reflect the diversity of society. We would love to see applications from under-represented groups to ensure we are representing the game’s participants and valuing the insights that different lived experiences bring.

A role profile can be found here.

If you have any questions about the National Youth Council or the application process, you can contact Stephanie Allmark, Volunteer Manager at [email protected].

 

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