British Rowing – Project Activator (area to be defined)

British Rowing; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension 7.5%

Health Insurance

Life Assurance

Cycle to work

Free parking

ROW Membership

Bonus leave

Job summary

British Rowing is seeking a Project Activator to open up rowing to more people across the UK, with a geographic emphasis and proximity to communities. The role involves working with clubs, schools, universities and partners to turn ideas into action and grow participation.

You will join a small, agile national team, report to the Transformational Programme Lead, and have the chance to lead projects, test new formats and influence the sport’s future.

Qualifications

• Delivery minded with a practical, hands-on approach.
• Excellent relationship builder with clubs, schools, universities and community partners.
• Ability to work flexibly across regions and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Activate new indoor and on-water participation formats with clubs, schools and community partners.
• Support pilots and early roll-outs of Learn to Row and participation events.
• Act as first point of contact for projects, providing practical support.
• Build trusted local relationships and represent British Rowing in communities.
• Coordinate volunteers and contractors to maximise impact on the ground.
• Capture insights and report progress to the Transformational Programme Lead.

Job description

British Rowing - Project Activator (area to be defined)

British Rowing is seeking a Project Activator to work on opening up rowing to more people, in more places

The role will have a geographic emphasis, ensuring we are close to the communities we serve. Applicants are welcome to highlight any regional knowledge, insight or connections they bring as part of their application. Project Activators are the engine room of British Rowing's participation growth agenda. Working directly with clubs, schools, universities and community partners, you will bring energy, creativity and focus to the task of opening up rowing to more people, in more places. This is a highly practical, outward-facing role for people who enjoy building relationships, solving problems quickly and helping others turn ideas into action. You will be part of a small, agile national team, reporting to the Transformational Programme Lead, with the opportunity to lead projects, test new formats and play a visible role in shaping the future of the sport.

A bit about you

This role is well suited to someone who is motivated by delivery, influence and visible impact. You will:

• Work directly with clubs, schools, colleges, universities and community partners to activate new indoor and on-water participation formats.
• Support pilots and early roll-outs of initiatives such as Learn to Row and participation events, ensuring smooth delivery and positive experiences.
• Act as a first point of contact for clubs and partners on projects, providing responsive, practical support.
• Build trusted local relationships, acting as the face of British Rowing within communities and regions.
• Spot and elevate opportunities for growth, innovation or partnership, sharing learning across the national Project Activator team.
• Coordinate volunteers and contractors on the ground to deploy capacity where it has the greatest impact.
• Capture insight and feedback from delivery, reporting progress accurately and celebrating success.
• Represent British Rowing with professionalism and energy at events, workshops and community forums.

Location: Hybrid - Hammersmith (with significant regional travel)

Type: Full Time

What we offer

Besides the salary and 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) pro rata, you'll also get:

• 7.5% employer pension contribution (when you contribute 3%)
• Company Health Insurance and Health Cash Plan
• Life assurance (x3 your salary)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free and secure parking in Hammersmith
• Free annual ROW Membership
• Bonus annual leave between Christmas and New Years Day