Community Project Officer

Somerset Activity and Sports Partnership; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local sports and activity organization in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated professional to increase participation in physical activity and sports. The role involves managing contracts, supporting partnerships, and delivering quality health and wellbeing services to the public. Successful candidates should have strong management skills and be prepared for flexible working hours. This position offers a salary range of £38,220 to £41,771 with hybrid working options.

Responsibilities

• Raise the profile of physical activity, sport and health opportunities.
• Manage and monitor contracts with Sheffield City Council.
• Oversee resources related to physical activity and health services.
• Manage staff, volunteers, and placements.
• Generate service income through funding and commercial ventures.
• Drive service performance delivered by Sheffield City Council.
• Develop and deliver partnership initiatives.

Job description

Grade 7 (£38,220–£41,771) Fixed term until 31 March 2028 | Hybrid Working Increase participation in physical activity Manage contracts and partnerships Support VCSE capacity building

Salary £38,220 to £41,771 Hours Full Time Contract Contract/Temporary (fixed term until 31 March 2028, with hybrid working) Organisation Sheffield City Council Placed On Wed 7th January, 2026 Closes 12:00am - Sun 18th January, 2026

Job Summary

The central aim is to develop and increase participation in physical activity and sport in Sheffield. The prime purpose of this role is to lead on and support the development, implementation, delivery and review of high‑quality physical activity, sport and health and wellbeing services to the public of Sheffield. This will require flexible working hours and strong individual skills.

Responsibilities

• Raising the profile of physical activity, sport and health and wellbeing opportunities
• The management and monitoring of contracts and commissioning arrangements with Sheffield City Council in relation to physical activity, sport and health and wellbeing services
• The management of resources with local and city-wide remits
• The management of staff, volunteers and placements
• Generating income for the service and city through funding and commercial ventures
• Driving the performance of services delivered and commissioned by Sheffield City Council
• Developing and delivering partnership initiatives