Devon County Football Association are looking to gain support from representatives of the grassroots game across Devon, to represent all members of the association and act as a Member of Council.

The Devon County FA Council is made up of representatives from grassroots football across Devon, ensuring that all key areas of the game are fully represented, supported and resourced.

The role of a Council Member is to represent their particular area of the game at council meetings, committees, area meetings and working groups where appropriate, providing insight, feedback and support to help their areas grow, and contribute to the overall work that the Devon County FA has to achieve.

We are looking to hear from people in all formats of the game, whether that be male or female, youth or adult, club volunteer or coach, referee, if you have a passion for grassroots football this is a role for you.

We are currently looking to recruit to fill the current vacancies on our Council:

South Area – 2

East Area – 5

West Area – 2

North Area – 2

National League System for the Female game – 1

National League System for the Male game - 2

Why become a Council Member?

- If you are passionate about grassroots football in Devon this is your opportunity to make a difference

- Becoming a member you will have a voice that is capable of influencing and enacting positive change

- You will be representing the 30,000 + players we have across the County

- Be a support for teams and Leagues in your area, giving them confidence that their frustrations or successes are being heard and shared.

- Opportunity to network with fellow Council Members from across the County and stakeholders of the game

- Opportunity to hold a position on the Board of Directors, these positions are recruited inline with the FA Code of Governance.

To download the application pack which includes more details about the role, eligibility, different positions available and how to apply, click here.

How to Apply

For an informal conversation about the role please contact Chris French, CEO by email chris.french@devonfa.com or 01626 332077.

Complete the online application form here.

Complete the equality and diversity form here.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 27th October 2024.

Following a review of all applications candidates will be notified if an election in their area of the County is required.