Golf Foundation Regional Development Officer Midlands

Somerset Activity and Sports Partnership; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports charity is seeking a Regional Development Officer in the Midlands for a 12-month maternity cover. This role is vital for increasing young people's participation in golf, focusing on collaboration with schools, youth organizations, and clubs. The ideal candidate will lead initiatives aimed at promoting inclusion and personal development through sport. A full-time position with a salary around £27,000 plus car allowance is offered. If you're passionate about inspiring youth, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

Car allowance

Other benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in program delivery and community engagement.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Passionate about youth development and inclusion in sports.

Responsibilities

• Drive delivery of Golf Foundation's programs across a designated region.
• Increase participation in golf among young people through various initiatives.
• Collaborate with PGA Coaches, golf clubs, and schools to implement programs.

Skills

Collaboration

Program delivery

Community engagement

Youth development

Job description

Golf Foundation Regional Development Officer (Midlands) - 12 months maternity cover

The Golf Foundation is a registered charity with a mission to provide young people with a fun & inclusive introduction to golf, the opportunity to play regularly and develop lifelong skills. We believe that the sport of golf provides a strong set of core values and an excellent platform for teaching young people transferable life skills.

Salary Circa £27,000 plus car allowance and other benefits Hours Full Time Contract maternity Organisation Golf Foundation Placed On Mon 19th January, 2026 Closes 12:00am - Tue 10th February, 2026 Sport / Activity Golf Interview Date Mon 19th January, 2026

About Golf Foundation Regional Development Officer (Midlands) - 12 months maternity cover

The Regional Development Officer is responsible for driving the delivery of the Golf Foundation's programmes and initiatives across a designated region. This role focuses on increasing participation in golf among young people through schools, communities, and clubs, with a particular emphasis on inclusion, personal development, and long-term engagement in the sport.

Working collaboratively with PGA Coaches, golf clubs, schools, youth organisations, and strategic partners such as England Golf, School Games Organisers, and StreetGames, the officer will lead the implementation of key programmes including Unleash Your Drive, GolfSixes League and Junior Hubs in the Midlands covering Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire. The role involves supporting training, events and development planning to ensure golf is accessible, enjoyable, and impactful for all young people.

The Regional Development Officer will act as a key ambassador for the Golf Foundation, helping to build strong local networks, promote the benefits of golf, and contribute to the organisation's wider mission of transforming lives through the power of sport.

If you're excited about inspiring more young people into golf, working in a fantastic industry and believe in the values of the Golf Foundation, we'd love to hear from you!For further information and details on how to apply please click on the link below.