Rugby Union SAG Men’s Student Representative

British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS)

Details

Closing date:   17 December 2025
Location:   Remote
Region:   United Kingdom
Employment type:   Volunteer
Salary:   Voluntary Position

Description

Main Purpose(s) 

BUCS is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is currently studying at a BUCS Member Institution to act as Men’s Student Representative for the Rugby Union Sport Advisory Group (SAG). The Student Representative will present the voice and opinions of student-athletes, and act as an ambassador for the BUCS Rugby Union programme. 

Main duties and responsibilities 

  • Act as an ambassador for BUCS and the sport programme  

  • Establish relationships between BUCS and student-athletes within member institutions.  

  • Build and maintain a communication network with other students playing Rugby Union  

  • Advise the BUCS Sport Advisory Group (SAG) on all matters relating to the student perspective of BUCS Rugby Union.  

  • Offer insight and feedback on the current BUCS Rugby Union structure and provide member led feedback for the future or BUCS Rugby Union. 

  • Help develop a strategic annual delivery plan encompassing student feedback as one element of the plan.  

  • Attend all relevant SAG meetings and provide any updates on actions from previous meetings. 

  • Comply with the BUCS Volunteer Code of Conduct.  

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

Essential knowledge or experience 

  • Current student at a BUCS member institution competing within specified leagues. 

  • Current men’s member of a rugby union at a BUCS member institution. 

  • Good sport specific knowledge. 

  • Working within voluntary committees. 

  • Understanding of developments within the wider sporting landscape. 

  • Understanding of HE sporting landscape. 

Essential skills and abilities  

  • Proven advocacy capability. 

  • Excellent communication skills.  

  • Ability to think and act creatively.  

Desirable knowledge or experience 

  • Ability to motivate a team.  

How to apply  

Please send your application to [email protected] in the form of a word document outlining the reasons why you are suitable for the role, along with a CV.  

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