Online Development Officer (Mental Health & Sport)

JobStart Scheme; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A mental health charity based in Northern Ireland is seeking an Online Development Officer. This role involves creating and delivering digital mental health resources for schools and sports clubs. The ideal candidate will collaborate with stakeholders, ensure resources meet user needs, and utilize creativity in program delivery. The position offers flexible hours up to 25 hours per week with a salary range dependent on age. This is a temporary contract, and the role supports mental health awareness through sports.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and producing online learning resources.
• Familiarity with mental health promotion in sports and education settings.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Research and design online resources for mental health.
• Liaise with clubs and schools for feedback.
• Monitor and evaluate engagement and effectiveness.

Skills

Digital content creation and online learning design

Monitoring, evaluation, and data-driven improvement methods

Evidence-based mental health promotion

Stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Reporting and analysis skills

User experience and accessibility considerations

Ethical and safeguarding principles in digital delivery

Passionate about mental health awareness and sport

Comfortable gathering and interpreting feedback

Job description

Online Development Officer (Mental Health & Sport)

THE EMPLOYER IS: TACKLING AWARENESS OF MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES (TAMHI)TAMHI started life as a mental health awareness charity in 2011.Formed by Joe Donnelly and Stephen McLaughlin, the charity was formed in memory of Thomas 'Tammy Tucker' McLaughlin, who took his own life in 2009.TAMHI is a mental health charity based in Northern Ireland that works with sports clubs and groups who use sport to raise awareness of mental health and resilience. TAMHI works with sports clubs, schools, and youth groups to make mental health fun and engaging. We are based in North Belfast but will support any group we can with resources.This role focuses on creating, improving, and delivering digital mental health resources for sports clubs and schools. The Online Development Officer will research best practices, design user-friendly materials, share them with partner clubs, collect feedback, and produce reports that help improve impact. The successful candidate will support the growth of positive mental health cultures by leveraging technology, creativity, and evidence-based approaches.You will be working in a supportive environment that will encourage creativity and thinking outside the box.

Responsibilities

• Research evidence-based mental health frameworks, including TAMHI tools, best practice in sport-based wellbeing, and digital engagement.
• Design online learning resources, toolkits, videos, and interactive materials for clubs and schools.
• Liaise with clubs, schools, and community stakeholders to share resources and gather feedback.
• Pilot new tools with partner organisations and record feedback on effectiveness and usability.
• Analyse collected feedback to identify improvements and refine digital content.
• Work collaboratively with the team to ensure online resources align with organisational strategy and safeguarding standards.
• Produce quarterly progress reports on resource engagement, user experience, and measurable outcomes.
• Contribute to innovation sessions to develop fresh ideas for digital delivery and wider programme reach.
• Support monitoring and evaluation systems to track what works and where improvements are needed.
• Organise small online sessions, webinars, and training demonstrations as required.

Skills and Qualifications

• Digital content creation and online learning design.
• Monitoring, evaluation, and data-driven improvement methods.
• Evidence-based mental health promotion approaches within sport and education settings.
• Stakeholder engagement and communication skills with clubs, schools, and community partners.
• Reporting and analysis skills with a focus on measurable outcomes.
• User experience and accessibility considerations for diverse audiences.
• Ethical and safeguarding principles in digital delivery.
• Passionate about mental health awareness and the power of sport.
• Comfortable gathering and interpreting feedback from users.

Further Information

The Employer is: TACKLING AWARENESS OF MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES (TAMHI)JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Job Details

Vacancy ID 1752463 Job Sector Education and Training, IT Area Belfast Location Belfast Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 05/01/2026 Closing date 13/02/2026 Worktime To be confirmed with employer