Rugby Events & Development Manager

Sale Sharks Foundation; East Lindsey; Sur place; GBP 40 000 - 56 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sale Sharks Foundation is seeking an enthusiastic Rugby Events & Development Manager to lead planning, coordination and growth of our events across the North West. You will oversee matchday experiences, school tours, camps, and community initiatives, delivering outstanding participant experiences and effective event operations.

The role requires strong stakeholder management, budgeting, line management, and commitment to Levelling the Field.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and delivering large-scale events.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Budgeting and financial reporting experience.

Responsabilités

• Plan and coordinate matchday events, holidays and community programmes.
• Develop and grow the portfolio of rugby events and participant experiences.
• Manage bookings, payments and liaison with commercial teams.
• Lead delivery staffing and oversee delivery against safeguarding and health policies.

Connaissances

Event planning

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Line management

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Sport Management or related

Outils

Event software

Data reporting

Description du poste

Sale Sharks Foundation is looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised Rugby Events & Development Manager to lead the planning, coordination and growth of our portfolio of events and participant experiences across the North West. This exciting role will oversee a diverse range of activities including matchday experiences, holiday camps, residential programmes, term time school delivery, school tours and community rugby initiatives. You will be responsible for creating outstanding participant experiences, managing event operations, coordinating logistics, supporting income generation and building strong relationships with schools, community organisations and rugby clubs. Working closely with colleagues across Sale Sharks Foundation and Sale Sharks Rugby Club, you will play a key role in developing and delivering high-quality events that engage thousands of participants each year while supporting the Foundation's mission to Level the Field across the North West. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Programme and Project Management Design, develop and manage existing and future programmes and events within the Rugby Development Department towards areas including, but not limited to; Grassroots Rugby (both clubs and schools), Community Rugby/School Tours, Rugby Development Camps, Residential Camps and Match Days. Develop and deliver a vision for Community Rugby at Sale Sharks Foundation in line with the Levelling the Field strategy. To plan and co-ordinate events at Sale Sharks home matches (both men's team and women's team) to promote match day activities, managing bookings and payments in liaison with Sale Sharks commercial team. Develop and maintain databases to help promote match days and holiday programmes and manage specific mailings of marketing information . Work with Sale Sharks Foundation leads and Managers to ensure all delivery needs are met, including staffing of all Rugby Development delivery. Work with Sale Sharks Foundation leads and Managers to enhance existing and develop new Sale Sharks Foundation products that are feasible, viable and sustainable. Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders to support with programme aims. Facilitate regular communication and collaboration with schools, colleges, Sale Sharks, England Rugby and community partners. Support the development of new partnerships in line with the Levelling the Field strategy and programmes. Identify opportunities to engage new participants and expand programme reach. Identify and support funding / partnership growth. Represent the Foundation professionally in all community and partner settings. Being a champion for Rugby, Sport and Opportunity across the North West. Line Management Provide line management to direct reports, ensuring they are fully equipped and supported to deliver their work effectively. Offer inspiring and effective support to team members and project / programme staff. Fostering a positive, productive and collaborative work environment. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide opportunities for professional and personal development and training. Lead a cohesive team by fostering collaboration, clear communication and a shared vision to achieve common goals whilst celebrating achievements. Safeguarding and Risk Management Ensure the set up and delivery of all programmes and projects under your responsibility are compliant with all policies and procedures, includes; health and safety, safeguarding and GDPR policies, supporting delivery staff to keep on top of reporting requirements. Ensure all activities are correctly monitored with appropriate assessments and health and safety and delivery processes and procedures in place. Monitoring & Evaluating Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the impact and effectiveness of programmes and projects. Prepare and present regular reports on programme and project performance to senior management and key stakeholders. Budget Management Monitor and track income and expenditure of all Rugby Development activities and ensure compliance with financial policies and processes. General Support the wider team as needed across Foundation programmes. Any other level appropriate duties as required by the employer. It is expected that the role at times, will include working evenings and weekends, including match days. This will always be agreed in advance with time off in lieu offered. This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of duties but is intended to reflect the range of duties the post-holder will perform. The job description will be reviewed regularly and may be changed in the light of experience and in consultation with the post-holder. It is key to this role that candidates: Promote the Sale Sharks Foundation and Sale Sharks brand and values in a professional, strong, and positive manner. To be able to work flexible and unsociable hours where the role of the job requires. Be committed to applying and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion as Sale Sharks Foundation and comply with all Charity policies and procedures. Act in line with the Foundations code of conduct always showing professionalism in all environments we work across, acting as role models for our community. Continuously evaluates the success and standards of their work and that of others, through rigorous self and departmental reflection and analysis. This includes creating a CPD plan and working towards agreed PDR objectives.

Additional Requirements

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Confidence and willingness to drive a van to transport equipment for programme delivery. (training can be provided)

• Enhanced DBS check. (required)
• Due to insurance purposes candidates must be over 21 and hold a full clean driver's license. Points on a licence will be considered.

Sale Sharks Foundation is the official charity of Sale Sharks Rugby Club. Our purpose is to Level the Field for communities across the North West, using the power of rugby to improve health, reduce inequalities, and create a sense of belonging.

Established in 2010, we deliver high-quality, community-focused programmes across community inclusion, education and rugby development. Last year, we engaged over 21,000 people, supporting children, young people, and adults of all ages and abilities -particularly those facing the greatest barriers to opportunity. Our Levelling the Field Strategy focuses on tackling key challenges across the North West, including health inequalities, social isolation, and access to education, employment and sport. We are especially committed to supporting women and girls, disabled people, and those facing poverty and young people from underserved communities. Our passionate and dedicated team delivers more than 30 programmes each year, working closely with schools, community organisations, and local partners to create positive, lasting change. By joining our team, you'll play a direct role in delivering this impact on the ground - helping to create inclusive opportunities and experiences that make a real difference in people's lives.