Greenwich

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Woolwich; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Borough of Greenwich is seeking a proactive Sport Development Officer to lead and coordinate sport, physical activity programmes and projects across the borough, working with schools, clubs and health partners to boost participation and health outcomes.

You will monitor delivery, manage funded projects and budgets, report on impact and help develop volunteers, coaches and community leaders, contributing to health and wellbeing strategies across the borough.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering sport, leisure, health or community programmes and projects.
• Strong partnership-building and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience working with diverse communities and engaging underrepresented groups.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• A relevant degree, professional qualification or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate sport and physical activity programmes, projects and events across the borough.
• Develop opportunities that increase participation among inactive and underrepresented groups.
• Build strong partnerships with schools, community organisations, sports clubs and health partners.
• Manage funded projects, budgets and grant applications. Monitor, evaluate and report on programme performance and impact.
• Support the development of volunteers, coaches, apprentices and community leaders.
• Contribute to borough-wide strategies that improve health, wellbeing and community outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Partnership development

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Multitasking

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Make a Difference Through Sport and Physical Activity

Are you passionate about improving health, wellbeing and opportunities for local communities through sport and physical activity?

The Royal Borough of Greenwich is looking for enthusiastic and motivated Sport Development officer to help deliver the ambitious Greenwich Get Active Physical Activity and Sport Strategy. This is an exciting opportunity to lead innovative programmes that support residents to become more active, improve health outcomes and reduce inequalities across the borough. Working with schools, community organisations, health services, sports clubs, leisure providers and national governing bodies, you will develop and deliver projects that create lasting change for local people.

About the Role

You will:

• Lead and coordinate sport and physical activity programmes, projects and events across the borough.
• Develop opportunities that increase participation among inactive and underrepresented groups.
• Build strong partnerships with schools, community organisations, sports clubs and health partners.
• Manage funded projects, budgets and grant applications. Monitor, evaluate and report on programme performance and impact.
• Support the development of volunteers, coaches, apprentices and community leaders.
• Contribute to borough-wide strategies that improve health, wellbeing and community outcomes.

About You

• Experience managing and delivering sport, leisure, health or community programmes and projects. Strong partnership-building and stakeholder engagement skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience working with diverse communities and engaging underrepresented groups.
• Knowledge of how sport and physical activity improve health and reduce inequalities.
• Experience monitoring performance, evaluating outcomes and producing reports.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• A relevant degree, professional qualification or equivalent experience.

Why Join Us?

At the Royal Borough of Greenwich, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of residents. You’ll join a passionate team committed to creating healthier, more active and connected communities through sport and physical activity. We offer a supportive working environment, professional development opportunities and the chance to contribute to high-profile projects that deliver meaningful outcomes across the borough.

Help create a more active Greenwich for everyone.

Company: Royal Borough of Greenwich

Salary: PO3 – £45,750 to £49,056

Location: London (Greater), Woolwich, London (Greater)

Sector: Leisure and Culture

Sector: Leisure Management

Job Role: Officer