JOB OPPORTUNITY

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position: Secretary for the British Driving Society Ltd

Homebased. Full time. Some flexible working will be required, including evenings & weekends.

Salary: TBC

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and organized Society Secretary based remotely to join our team. The Secretary will play a crucial role in supporting the effective administration and functioning of our society. This position requires excellent relationship management & communication skills, attention to detail is key, along with a commitment to fostering a positive environment for our members.

Key Responsibilities:

Administrative Support:

Manage and maintain society records, including membership databases, meeting minutes, and correspondence.

Manage and administrate financial processes, including; invoicing, banking activities, and basic book keeping.

Prepare and distribute agendas, minutes, and reports for meetings.

Communication:

Serve as the primary point of contact for society members, external stakeholders, and the public.

Facilitate communication within the society and ensure timely dissemination of information.

Meeting Coordination:

Ensure meetings are productive and that minutes are accurately recorded and distributed.

Membership Management:

Oversee the membership enrolment process, including renewals and updates.

Organize and manage membership outreach and engagement initiatives.

Event Coordination:

Assist in planning and organizing society events, workshops, and activities. Attendance at key events will be required, including the Society’s national shows, AGM weekend, and other key events.

Collaborate with other members to ensure successful execution of society programmes.

Maintain the society’s website, ensuring timely updates and engaging content.

Issuing Passports and ensuring timelines set by DEFRA are met.

Duties as Required:

Support the Council in strategic planning and decision-making processes.

Maintain a positive and inclusive society culture, addressing member inquiries and concerns timely.

Qualifications:

Proven experience in a secretarial or administrative role, preferably within a non-profit or society setting.

Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant software.

Confident in managing and maintaining all aspects of social media and web presence.

Ability to work collaboratively within a team and engage with diverse groups of people.

Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Sound knowledge of all aspects of Carriage Driving.

Bennington Carriages Trec Championship

Bennington Carriages Trec Championship

Following the cancellation of the BDS National Driving Championship at Chatsworth, we are delighted to be able to host the Bennington Carriages Trec Championship by kind invitation of the Victoria Foods Company Extravaganza and the Hackney Horse Society Championship held at Bury Farm Equestrian Centre on the 14th September 2024. 
If you require any further information please contact the office or alternatively
Mike King 07791937719 
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

That the

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF MEMBERS

Will be held at

Mercure Daventry Court Hotel, Sedgemoor Way,

Daventry Northamptonshire NN11 0SG

On

SATURDAY 9th NOVEMBER 2024

At 2pm

 

AGENDA

  1. To confirm the minutes of the Annual General Meeting held on 18th November 2023
  2. Matters arising therefrom
  3. To receive the Chairmans Report
  4. To receive the Annual Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31st December 2023
  5. To receive the results of the Election of Members to Council
  6. Presentation of Awards
  7. To receive suggestions/questions from Members

       

A member entitled to attend & vote at the Meeting is entitled to appoint a proxy to attend, speak & vote on their behalf.  A proxy need not be a member of the Company but must attend the Meeting to represent the Member.  Completion of a Form of Proxy will not prevent a member from attending & voting in person at the Meeting if they so wish.

By Order of Council

Neil Wray. Chairman

Date of Notice:  10th July 2024