The Sussex FA is seeking to appoint a head of refereeing.

The successful applicant will be responsible to the chief executive of the Sussex FA, Ken Benham.

He or she will oversee the recruitment, registration, retention and training, career progression and match appointments of all officials in Sussex.

The head of refereeing will be expected to guide the referees' committee of the association, liaise with the relevant referees' associations, act as the liaison officer between the FA and Sussex FA and its officials.

He or she will be responsible for the structure and implementation of any appropriate assessment scheme.

And will be called upon to represent the county at national meetings and to have experience in chairing and speaking at public meetings.

Send a CV and covering letter to: Ken Benham, Sussex FA, Culver Road, Lancing, West Sussex BN15 9AX.