Project Activator (area to be defined)

British Rowing; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7.5% employer pension contribution

Company Health Insurance

Life assurance (x3 salary)

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking in Hammersmith

Free ROW Membership

Bonus annual leave around holidays

Job summary

British Rowing is seeking a Project Activator to drive participation growth. You will work with clubs, schools, universities and community partners to activate new formats and test pilots, turning ideas into real actions.

You’ll be part of a small, agile team with regional emphasis, reporting to the Transformational Programme Lead and shaping the sport for wider access and impact.

Qualifications

• Experience activating participation formats with clubs, schools or community partners.
• Ability to coordinate pilots and roll-outs with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong local networks and ability to spot growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Activate new indoor and on-water participation formats with clubs and partners.
• Support pilots and early roll-outs, ensuring smooth delivery and positive experiences.
• Be the first point of contact for projects and build trusted local relationships.
• Coordinate volunteers and contractors to deploy activity where it has impact.
• Capture insights and report progress to the national Project Activator team.
• Represent British Rowing at events, workshops and community forums.

Skills

Relationship building

Delivery focus

Problem solving

Communication

Job description

A bit about the role

Project Activators are the engine room of British Rowing's participation growth agenda. Working directly with clubs, schools, universities and community partners, you will bring energy, creativity and focus to the task of opening up rowing to more people, in more places.

This is a highly practical, outward-facing role for people who enjoy building relationships, solving problems quickly and helping others turn ideas into action.

You will be part of a small, agile national team, reporting to the Transformational Programme Lead, with the opportunity to lead projects, test new formats and play a visible role in shaping the future of the sport.

British Rowing is recruiting a Project Activator. The role will have a geographic emphasis, ensuring we are close to the communities we serve. Applicants are welcome to highlight any regional knowledge, insight or connections they bring as part of their application.

A bit about you

This role is well suited to someone who is motivated by delivery, influence and visible impact. You will:

• Work directly with clubs, schools, colleges, universities and community partners to activate new indoor and on-water participation formats.
• Support pilots and early roll-outs of initiatives such as Learn to Row and participation events, ensuring smooth delivery and positive experiences.
• Act as a first point of contact for clubs and partners on projects, providing responsive, practical support.
• Build trusted local relationships, acting as the face of British Rowing within communities and regions.
• Spot and elevate opportunities for growth, innovation or partnership, sharing learning across the national Project Activator team.
• Coordinate volunteers and contractors on the ground to deploy capacity where it has the greatest impact.
• Capture insight and feedback from delivery, reporting progress accurately and celebrating success.
• Represent British Rowing with professionalism and energy at events, workshops and community forums.

If you enjoy being on the ground, making things happen and helping organisations test and adopt new ways of working, this role offers the chance to see the impact of your work in real time.

What we offer

Besides the salary and 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) pro rata, you’ll also get:

• 7.5% employer pension contribution (when you contribute 3%)
• Company Health Insurance and Health Cash Plan
• Life assurance (x3 your salary)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free and secure parking in Hammersmith
• Free annual ROW Membership
• Bonus annual leave between Christmas and New Years Day

Additional Information

We want our recruitment process to be accessible to everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or selection process, please let us know so we can support you. ([e-mail])

Salary: £28-31k plus employee benefits package.

Location: Hybrid - Hammersmith (with significant regional travel)

Closing date: 12th October 2026.

Interview dates: First Stage 22 October 2026/ Second Stage 29 October 2026