ECSS Executive Board Election 2025 – Call for Candidates

Dear [Name],

After distinguished service on the ECSS Executive Board, Professor Jørn Wulff Helge, completes his tenure at the end of July 2025. The Executive Board invites nominations from qualified individuals to fill the vacancy. The newly appointed Executive Board Member will collaborate with existing members of the Executive Board to shape the future of the College.

According to the ECSS Charter and ECSS Bye-Laws, the Executive Board should comprise internationally recognised scientists. The Board aims to reflect geographical diversity, different gender identities and different fields of sport science.

Requirements: Candidates must be Members and Fellows of the College, demonstrate a strong international profile in academic and/or applied work, have significant leadership experience and show a commitment and ability to serve the ECSS.

In accordance with our Bye-Laws, following receipt of nominations the ECSS Search Committee will propose at least two candidates to the Executive Board for consideration. Once the Executive Board has approved the shortlist proposed by the ECSS Search Committee, these candidates (at least two) will enter an election process open to ECSS Members. Their biography can be accessed within the voting system during the election timeframe (expected 8 to 27 May 2025).

The annex below outlines the roles, responsibilities and person specification of all Executive Board Members as specified in our Bye-Laws.

We kindly ask for your proposal of a suitable candidate or you to consider an application yourself. Please note that all candidates must submit their proposal to office@sport-science.org by Wednesday, 16 April 2025 including a one-page CV, addressing the person specification and a one-page motivation letter.

Yours sincerely,

Alexander Ferrauti

ECSS President

ANNEX:

Roles and Responsibilities of Elected Members of the ECSS Executive Board

President (Time demanded – at least 1.5 days per week)

Preside over all meetings of the College
Oversee and coordinate the work of all Boards and Committees
In agreement with the Executive Board, appoint a Managing Director for the College
Oversee all strategic and operational functions of the College
Work with Executive Board, Scientific Board and Managing Director to deliver College missions
Chair the Directorate which is required to meet at least twice per year
Provide timely updates on activities and present College’s status to Executive Board at the annual Summer and Winter meetings as well as virtual meetings in Spring and Autumn
In performing these tasks, work and communicate directly with Managing Director of the ECSS Office

President Elect (Time demanded – at least 0.5 day per week)

Coordinate and oversee the organisation of future Congresses of the College
In performing these tasks, work and communicate directly with the Vice Managing Director of the ECSS Office
Assume executive function in the unscheduled absence of the President
Attend all sessions of the Executive Board to help collectively make executive decisions
Undertake any ECSS duties delegated to them by the President and the Executive Board
Provide regular updates to members of the Executive Board on the status of Congresses

Past President (Time demanded – at least 0.5 day per week)

Provides an advisory role for the College and Executive Board
Chair the Search Committee
Attend all sessions of the Executive Board to help collectively make executive decisions
Undertake any ECSS duties delegated to them by the President and the Executive Board
Assume executive function in the unscheduled absence of the President and President Elect

Executive Board Member responsible for Journal Development and Communication (Time demanded – at least 0.5 day per week)

Oversee all matters concerning the management and scientific status of the European Journal of Sport Science
In performing this role, communicate directly with the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal and act as regular contact person for the journal publisher
Support all communication and transfer activities (e.g., Newsletters, PR, social media, transfer activities, press conferences) of the College
Present a report on the Journal and communication status of the College at least twice a year and notify the Executive Board of any concerns immediately
In performing these tasks, communicate directly with the (Vice) Managing Director and Communications Manager of the ECSS Office
Attend all sessions of the Executive Board to help collectively make executive decisions
Undertake any ECSS duties delegated to them by the President and the Executive Board

Executive Board Member responsible for Early Career Researchers, Exchanges and Affiliations (Time demanded – at least 0.5 day per week)

Representative of and contact person for Early Career Researcher’s issues in the Executive Board
Organise regular workshops (Masterclasses) tailored for Early Career Researchers during the Annual Congress (pre-Congress programme) or as webinars and creates networking platforms and mentoring programmes
Oversee all activities of the College relating to affiliated Societies and Organisations and ensure that content of invited exchanges is submitted appropriately
Present a report on Early Career Researcher’s needs and expectations as well as of Exchanges and Affiliations at least twice a year and notify the Executive Board of any concerns immediately
In performing these tasks, communicate directly with the (Vice) Managing Director and Communications Manager of the ECSS Office
Attend all sessions of the Executive Board to help collectively make executive decisions
Undertake any ECSS duties delegated to them by the President and the Executive Board

Executive Board Member responsible for Congress Development and Member Support (Time demanded – at least 0.5 day per week)

Scientific support for Congress activities (pre-Congress programme, Congress report, Special Interest Groups)
Scientific support for members (e.g., webinar coordination) and integration of new target groups (e.g., social science, physiotherapists, coaches, PE teachers, under-represented geographic areas)
Present a report on the status of Congress Development and Member Support activities at least twice a year and notify the Executive Board of any concerns immediately
In performing these tasks, communicate directly with the (Vice) Managing Director of the ECSS Office and the Chair of the Scientific Board
Attend all sessions of the Executive Board to help collectively make executive decisions
Undertake any ECSS duties delegated to them by the President and the Executive Board