Girls Basketball Development Officer

City of Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused sports organization is looking for a Girls’ Basketball Project Coordinator in Birmingham to lead a 12-month program aimed at increasing girls’ participation in basketball. The role involves planning sessions, engaging with local schools, and supporting young girls to develop confidence and skills through basketball. The ideal candidate will have experience working with youth, strong communication abilities, and a coaching background. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to make a significant impact on the local community.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Access to coaching support and training opportunities

Chance to lead meaningful projects

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in community or sports settings.
• Strong communication and engagement skills, especially with girls and families.
• Confident basketball coach or facilitator (Level 1+ preferred).
• Willingness to work evenings/weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of weekly girls’ basketball sessions.
• Build strong relationships with local schools and families.
• Manage schedules, venues, equipment, and safeguarding processes.
• Connect talented players into Birmingham Rockets teams.

Skills

Experience with young people

Strong communication skills

Confident basketball coach

Planning and organizing skills

Positive role model

Education

Coaching qualifications

Job description

Girls’ Basketball Project Coordinator (12-Month Contract)

Birmingham Rockets Basketball Club

Location: Nechells, Lozells, Newtown, Handsworth & Wider Birmingham

Contract: 12 Months

Hours: Full-time (some evenings/weekends required)

Start Date: 5th January 2025

About the Role

Birmingham Rockets are looking for an enthusiastic, driven and community-focused Girls’ Basketball Project Coordinator to lead the delivery of an exciting 12‑month programme aimed at increasing girls’ participation in basketball across Nechells, Aston, Ladywood and Handsworth—while also leading our growing work across the wider Birmingham area.

This role forms a key part of our commitment to the citywide development of girls’ basketball, helping establish sustainable opportunities for girls to play, develop and progress at every level. You will support both local neighbourhood delivery and the expansion of Rockets’ girls’ provision across Birmingham.

This is a hands‑on role for someone passionate about youth engagement, sport development and empowering young people—especially girls—to build confidence, skills and healthy habits through basketball. You’ll be delivering sessions, coordinating events, building partnerships and helping shape the future of girls’ basketball citywide.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Delivery

• Lead the planning and delivery of weekly girls’ basketball sessions across Nechells, Handsworth, Ladywood and Newtown, with additional activity across the wider Birmingham region.
• Create a fun, engaging and inclusive environment for girls aged 11–16.
• Deliver basketball coaching, leadership development and confidence‑building activities.
• Support the overall citywide girls’ basketball development strategy to ensure consistent quality and accessible opportunities across Birmingham.

Community Engagement

• Build strong relationships with local schools, community centres, youth organisations and families.
• Promote sessions and encourage new participants to join.
• Organise community events, holiday camps and taster sessions.
• Represent Birmingham Rockets as a positive ambassador for girls’ basketball across the city.

Project Coordination

• Manage schedules, venues, equipment and safeguarding processes.
• Track attendance, monitor progress and collect feedback from participants and parents.
• Work with the Rockets team to deliver programme reporting and updates.

Club & Pathway Development

• Connect talented or interested players into Birmingham Rockets teams and development pathways.
• Support opportunities for girls to participate in competitions, events or club programmes.
• Help strengthen and grow the Rockets girls’ pathway as part of the wider citywide development plan.

About You

Essential

• Experience working with young people in community or sports settings.
• Strong communication and engagement skills, especially with girls and families.
• Confident basketball coach or facilitator (Level 1+ preferred).
• Ability to plan, organise and deliver activities independently.
• A positive role model with energy, enthusiasm and reliability.
• Willingness to work evenings/weekends when required.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain).

Desirable

• Experience delivering female‑focused sports or youth projects.
• First Aid qualification.
• Understanding of the Nechells, Handsworth, Ladywood and Newtown communities.
• Coaching qualifications or experience in youth leadership programmes.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (DOE).
• Full access to Rockets coaching support and training opportunities.
• Chance to lead a meaningful project making a real impact on young girls’ lives.
• A pivotal role within our expanding citywide girls’ basketball development programme.
• Being part of a fast‑growing, community‑driven basketball club with national ambitions.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you’re the right fit for the role to: [e-mail]

Application Deadline: 12th December 2025