Derbyshire FA - Football Development Officer (Disability and Inclusion)

The Football Association; Derby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Football Association is seeking a Football Development Officer to enhance disability football provision in Derbyshire and foster equality and inclusion on and off the pitch. The successful candidate will lead various programs, ensuring compliance with established guidelines while promoting increased participation from underrepresented groups.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing football programs.
• Knowledge of equality and inclusion practices in sports.
• Ability to engage and coordinate with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of The FA Grassroots Football Strategy.
• Lead the Derbyshire County FA Strategic Inclusion Advisory Group.
• Promote the adoption of FA technology systems in grassroots football.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Job description

Derbyshire FA is seeking a Football Development Officer to coordinate disability football provision across Derbyshire and develop solutions to promote equality and inclusion both on and off the pitch.

Role Overview

• Support the delivery of The FA Grassroots Football Strategy, The FA Disability Football Gameplan, and the Derbyshire County FA Business Strategy.
• Lead and develop the Derbyshire County FA Strategic Inclusion Advisory Group.
• Coordinate disability football programs across Derbyshire.
• Create innovative ways to increase participation and engage underrepresented groups in football.
• Align with Derbyshire County FA's Equality, Diversity & Inclusion objectives.
• Assist England Football Accredited Clubs to achieve 3-star Thriving Community Club status.
• Support growth and retention of disability football.
• Promote the adoption of FA technology systems in grassroots football.
• Ensure compliance with FA rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidance.
• Implement and maintain the FA's Safeguarding 365 Standard within Football.

Download the Vacancy Pack for detailed information on how to apply.

The application deadline is Tuesday, 8th July 2025.

Interviews will be held on Friday, 18th July 2025.

For further information, please contact Alexander Walker.