Sports Programme Coordinator

Language Matters Recruitment Consultants Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international sports organization is seeking a Sports Programme Coordinator to support the delivery of their Performance & Events strategy. The ideal candidate will be fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, possess strong administrative skills and financial acumen, and manage logistics for global development projects. This role involves coordinating travel, managing budgets, and working closely with regional associations and stakeholders. Candidates must be flexible and proactive, with an interest in sports.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English, Spanish and Portuguese (written and verbal).
• Previous experience in financial administration and budget management.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines professionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage budgets and financial administration for events.
• Coordinate travel and logistics for international activities.
• Support Development Officers with expenses and reporting.
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Oversee event processes, including reporting and reconciliation.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in Portuguese

Strong administrative skills

Financial administration skills

Excellent communication abilities

Job description

Our client is a world-leading international sports body dedicated to growing participation and performance standards across emerging regions.

In this role, the Spanish and Portuguese speaking Sports Programme Coordinator will support the delivery of the organisation’s Performance & Events strategy, providing administrative, financial, and logistical coordination for global development projects and supporting the development officers operating internationally.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage budgets and financial administration for events, touring teams, and regional programmes.
• Coordinate travel, logistics, and documentation for international development activities.
• Support Development Officers with expenses, travel arrangements, and reporting.
• Liaise with regional associations, coaches, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Oversee pre and post event processes, including reporting and reconciliation.

About You :

You bring a genuine interest in sport, strong administrative skills, with a good financial and budgeting acumen, together with fluency in Spanish and Portuguese.

Profile Requirements :

• Fluency in English, Spanish and Portuguese (written and verbal).
• Previous experience in financial Administration and budget management
• Excellent communication and relationship building abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with professionalism.
• Flexible, proactive, and comfortable supporting occasional travel or weekend work.

To apply, please send your CV in English and in Word format to Alexia.

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