Transformational Programme Lead

British Rowing; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent sports governing body in London is seeking a Transformational Programme Lead to lead the delivery of participation programmes in rowing. This role involves managing resources, overseeing a team, and building relationships with clubs and partners. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, a focus on delivery, and the ability to develop impactful programmes. This position offers a salary of £45–50K plus benefits, and is central to driving local action and engaging communities in the sport.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

7.5% employer pension contribution

Health Insurance

Life assurance (x3 salary)

Cycle to Work scheme

Free parking

Free annual ROW Membership

Qualifications

• Proven project management skills with experience in leading teams.
• Ability to build effective relationships with various stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and a focus on delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of participation programmes in rowing.
• Manage resources and oversee a team of Project Activators.
• Develop delivery plans and monitor progress.

Skills

Project Management Methodology

Program Management

Management Experience

Microsoft Powerpoint

Microsoft Project

Budgeting

Leadership Experience

Job description

The Transformational Programme Lead sits at the centre of programme delivery ensuring that national strategy becomes effective local action. You will lead the rollout of participation programmes, coordinate delivery capacity and ensure that projects are implemented consistently on time and to a high standard. Clubs and regional partners will rely on you for clear programme guidance, practical support and reliable follow-through.

British Rowing’s Development Directorate is focused on strengthening the foundations of the sport and supporting more people to take part in ways that suit their lives. We work with clubs, community partners and national programmes to broaden access, modernise participation offers and create clearer, more connected pathways into and through rowing. Our evidence‑led, collaborative approach is centred on enabling local environments to thrive.

We aim to make rowing more relevant, welcoming and sustainable for the long term. This means testing new ideas, supporting clubs to develop strong local partnerships and ensuring that volunteers and staff have the tools and confidence to deliver high‑quality experiences. The directorate works closely across British Rowing to link participation, workforce events and talent development into a coherent, inclusive system.

A bit about you

• Lead the end‑to‑end delivery of participation programmes across indoor and on‑water rowing, ensuring activity meets agreed standards and timelines.
• Manage programme resources and oversee a team of Project Activators to deliver responsive, high‑quality support to clubs.
• Build effective relationships with clubs, schools, universities and regional partners, acting as a central coordinating point.
• Develop delivery plans, monitor progress and use evidence and reporting tools to demonstrate impact and inform decision‑making.
• Support clubs to adopt new formats, pilot innovations and embed successful approaches into their regular activity.
• Share learning and delivery insights to help refine and scale programmes nationally.

If you are organised, delivery‑focused and motivated by helping programmes land well on the ground, this role will let you play a central part in building lasting change across the sport.

What we offer

• Salary: 45‑50k, plus an employee benefits package.
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) pro rata.
• 7.5% employer pension contribution (when you contribute 3%).
• £20 per month with Betterspace, our wellbeing platform.
• 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

Please submit your application alongside your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability.

Salary: 45‑50k plus employee benefits package.

Closing date: 10th December 2025.

About us

Our passion is rowing in all of its forms. British Rowing is the governing body for rowing, responsible for supporting grassroots rowing in England and preparing the GB Rowing Team for the Olympics, Paralympics and other international competitions.

Our vision is a sport that welcomes and has an offer for everyone. Our mission is to create a healthy, inclusive and life‑enhancing sport. We are a membership organisation with over 30,000 individual members, supporting over 550 affiliated clubs and 230 affiliated events. We cover all types of rowing – whether it’s on the river or lake, on the sea at home or in the gym.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender, reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know by indicating your needs to the HR team in the application form or by emailing us.

Key Skills: Project Management Methodology, Project / Program Management, Program Management, Management Experience, Microsoft Powerpoint, Project Management, Microsoft Project, Budgeting, DoD Experience, Leadership Experience, Supervising Experience, Contracts.

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: 45 – 50