Senior Performance Sport Director - University Programme

Durham University; North East; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham University is seeking a Senior Performance Sport Manager to lead the Performance Sport Programme within Team Durham, reporting to the Head of Sport. The role focuses on strategic delivery, partnerships and innovation in higher education sport.

You will oversee performance services, scholar recruitment and the development of external partnerships, while line-managing senior coaches and delivery staff to drive BUCS success and community engagement across the programme.

Responsibilities

• Performance Sport services management
• Scholar recruitment at undergraduate and postgraduate level
• Develop new and maintain partnerships with external stakeholders
• Line management for Head coaches and other delivery staff including Strength & Conditioning lead and Recruitment team

Job description

Durham University is seeking a Senior Performance Sport Manager to lead the Performance Sport Programme within Team Durham, reporting to the Head of Sport. The role focuses on strategic delivery, partnerships and innovation in higher education sport.

You will oversee performance services, scholar recruitment and the development of external partnerships, while line-managing senior coaches and delivery staff to drive BUCS success and community engagement across the programme.