Games Delivery Coordinator

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization supporting athletes at the Commonwealth Games seeks a Games Delivery Coordinator to facilitate Team England's efforts for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. This role involves coordinating logistics, supporting event delivery, and promoting inclusivity, providing a unique opportunity to shape a world-class sporting event.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Supportive, values-led culture

Qualifications

• Background in event coordination or similar roles.
• Excellent administrative, planning, and organisational skills.
• Confident communicator with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the Games Delivery team with preparation and logistics.
• Track project budgets, process invoices, and manage spend reconciliation.
• Contribute to sustainability, equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.

Skills

Event coordination

Administrative skills

Planning skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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Games Delivery Coordinator (Team England - Commonwealth Games 2026)

Hybrid | 2 days per week in our London office

Full-time | Fixed-term contract: Until September 2026

About Commonwealth Games England

We support the athletes and teams representing England at the Commonwealth Games. As the organisation behind Team England, we work with national governing bodies, funding partners, organisers, and sponsors to create an inclusive, inspiring and high-performing environment.

We're proud to reflect the diversity of England and are committed to making sport accessible, welcoming and fair.

Why This Role Matters

The Games Delivery Coordinator will play a crucial role in preparing and delivering an exceptional Team England experience at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Reporting to the Games Services Manager, you'll support the operational and sporting delivery of Team England in a complex, fast-evolving environment. This is your chance to shape a world-class sporting event, build lasting legacies and celebrate inclusivity and diversity.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support the Games Delivery team with team preparation and Glasgow projects.
• Coordinate logistics and operational plans for Sport Team Leader and Team Behind the Team (volunteer) workshops.
• Assist in procurement requirements and planning for the Games.
• Contribute to the Glasgow Ready programme.
• Collaborate with the Kings Baton Relay (KBR) project manager on logistics, accommodation, transport, catering, and kit requirements.
• Support the Operations Manager with procurement and ticketing requirements for the Games.
• Track project budgets, process invoices, and manage spend reconciliation.
• Support CGE's strategic initiatives in equality, diversity, inclusion, and environmental sustainability.
• Provide operational support for offsite meetings and events as needed.
• The Games Delivery Coordinator will take on key responsibilities during the Games, which will evolve as final plans develop.

We're open to all backgrounds and experiences, especially if you bring:

• A background in event coordination or similar roles.
• Excellent administrative, planning and organisational skills.
• A confident communicator with excellent attention to detail.
• Able to prioritise, problem-solve, and remain solution-focused.
• Comfortable working independently and in a team.
• Thrives under pressure with a 'can do' attitude.
• Interest in international sport/events.

What Your First 6 Months Will Look Like

• Build key relationships and collaborate on Glasgow projects and workshops.
• Support Kings Baton Relay logistics and operational planning.
• Contribute to sustainability, equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Gain hands-on experience in event management and budget tracking.
• Hybrid working model (2 days in the London office + remote)
• Health Insurance
• Supportive, values-led culture
• The chance to play a key role in England's presence on a global stage

Apply With Confidence

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those returning to work after a career break. If you're unsure whether you meet every single requirement, please apply anyway. We value potential, lived experience, and passion just as much as traditional qualifications.

We're committed to inclusive hiring and want you to feel supported to be your best.

How to Apply

• Submit your CV to register interest by Wednesday 25th June 2025 at 5pm
• Complete our anonymised work-related questions by Friday 27th June 2025 at midday
• Interviews to be held in London on Wednesday 16th July 2025
• If you need any support to access the process, reach out to level=, our inclusive recruitment partner.