Development and Impact Officer

London Youth Games Foundation; London Borough of Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

London Youth Games Foundation in London is seeking a proactive, highly organised Development & Impact coordinator to join the team reporting to the Head of Operations. You will coordinate a portfolio of youth sport programmes, events and competitions and drive impact measurement and reporting for Open Games and School Games.

The role also covers coordinating the flagship Finals Festival and analysing impact for Inspire Festivals, the LYG33 youth voice programme, GamesForce volunteers and

Qualifications

• Experience supporting youth, school or community sport programmes.
• Experience working with schools, boroughs, clubs and National Governing Bodies.
• Experience using programme data to understand impact.
• Awareness of safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Strong organisation and written and verbal communication.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to drive vans.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the planning, delivery and evaluation of LYG competitions, events and programmes across borough, school and community settings.
• Lead competition administration for your sport portfolio, including entries, schedules, draws, results and communications.
• Manage on-the-day event logistics, staffing, operations and health and safety as part of the delivery team.
• Collect, analyse and present participation, demographic, volunteer and outcome data.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, case studies and evaluation summaries for partners, funders and trustees.
• Embed youth voice and build engagement with LYG33, GamesForce and Inclusive Coaches.

Skills

Youth sport experience

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Safeguarding awareness

Organisation

Communication

Driving licence

Job description

London Youth Games Foundation (LYG) is looking for a proactive, collaborative and highly organised person to join its Development & Impact team, reporting to the Head of Operations.

The Role

You will coordinate a portfolio of youth sport programmes, competitions and events, and be accountable for impact measurement, insight and reporting for Open Games and School Games events in your sports portfolio.

You will also hold delegated responsibility for coordinating LYG’s flagship Finals Festival, and for analysis and impact reporting on Inspire Festivals, the LYG33 youth voice programme, GamesForce volunteers and Inclusive Coaches.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the planning, delivery and evaluation of LYG competitions, events and programmes across borough, school and community settings
• Lead competition administration for your sport portfolio, including entries, schedules, draws, results and communications
• Manage on-the-day event logistics, staffing, operations and health and safety as part of the delivery team
• Collect, analyse and present participation, demographic, volunteer and outcome data
• Prepare reports, dashboards, case studies and evaluation summaries for partners, funders and trustees
• Embed youth voice and build engagement with LYG33, GamesForce and Inclusive Coaches

About You

• Experience supporting youth sport, school sport, community sport, events or physical activity programmes
• Experience working with stakeholders such as schools, boroughs, clubs and National Governing Bodies
• Experience using programme data and feedback to understand impact
• Awareness of safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion
• Strong organisation and excellent written and verbal communication
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to drive small-to-medium vans in London

Key Details

• Location: London (hybrid, with regular presence at the Foundation’s office and pan-London venues)
• Contract: Permanent, full time; evening and weekend work is required
• Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum, dependent on experience
• Applications: CV and covering letter
• Interview date: 20 November 2026 (in person)
• Closing date: 15 November 2026 (11pm)