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Vacancy: First Team Physiotherapist

Job purpose
Contribute to the achievement of the aims and objectives of the Medical and Sport Science department through the delivery of best practice physiotherapy along the care pathways outlined & governed by CFG Human Performance departments and the Head of Sport Science and Medicine (MCWFC)

Key responsibilities
(The principal areas of work in which the job must produce results in order to achieve its purpose, typically 6-8)
• To fulfil the role of a chartered physiotherapist in the assessment, diagnosis and rehabilitation of all injuries.
• To lead in the delivery and development of world class clinical practice within the medical department (MCWFC)
• To drive the development of evidence-based protocols for all areas of physiotherapy within the MCWFC & associated teams using all available resources including the latest research and collaboration with clinical specialists.
• To contribute fully within the CPD programme of the department, through both participation and delivery at MCWFC/wider CFG/Man City Academy CPD sessions
• Be actively involved in an interdisciplinary approach of working within the department that includes close links to all areas of the club.
• To maintain all legal and professional qualifications in relation to your position within the club
• To observe, monitor and react to the ever evolving world of Sports Medicine; keeping up to date with all current research developments and changes in professional regulations.
• To ensure the latest clinical, scientific and technical innovations for practice are incorporated into maintaining the highest level of care.
• As part of the Sports Medicine Department provide emergency aid cover for both training sessions and matches. To maintain up to date REMO accreditation to meet all legal requirements for this specific part of the role.
• To attend and professionally engage in the internal emergency aid training programme.
• To maintain detailed records for all activities in the department in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
• To assist in the implementation of the departmental injury prevention protocols through assessment, analysis, delivery and auditing of collected data.
• Play a key role in promoting a positive high-performance culture and take responsibility for driving the women’s and girls programmes forward
• Support and actively participate in developing the women and girls programme as required
• Ensure that MCWFC medical practices are aligned with the wider CFG Human Performance standards by collaborating regularly with other medical teams across the group

Download full job description by clicking on the link here.

How to apply

Please email your CV and covering letter quoting vacancy reference GM-785 to jobs@cityfootball.com. 

Vacancy: Behaviour Mentor/Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Burnley FC in the Community is the award-winning, official charity of Burnley Football Club with a mission to inspire, support and deliver change within communities. Since its inception in 2014, the charity has grown year-on-year, delivering over 35 programmes across five key strands: Sport, Education, Health, Social Inclusion and Facilities.

With a workforce of over 70 staff and an ever-expanding portfolio of facilities, the charity remains committed to being a leader in the field of community-based provision across East Lancashire and West Yorkshire. Due to our continued growth, the charity is now looking to recruit to a brand new role of Behaviour Mentor/Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA).

This role will involve working closely with our Interventions and Education Officer.

In partnership with West Craven High School, Burnley FC in the Community are seeking an enthusiastic Behaviour Mentor/HLTA.

Based at the school, the role will provide a complementary service to existing teachers and pastoral staff, addressing the needs of students who need help to overcome barriers to learning and academic study, both inside and outside of the school, in order to achieve their full potential.

• Work with students within the school respite and support centre to reduce fixed term and permanent exclusions.
• To deliver 1-2-1 mentoring/support sessions with identified pupils on a range of subjects.
• To deliver group sessions/workshops with identified students on a range of subjects.
• Candidates will be expected to manage the behaviour of the students and are expected to follow current and develop new behaviour management techniques when required.
• Candidates will be expected to assist some students on different elements of work, mainly English and Maths at GCSE level.
• To provide in-class support for students where and when required.
• To plan and deliver a wide range of extra-curricular activities which promote learning, good behaviour, better social skills and wellbeing.
• Candidate is expected to build and maintain successful relationships with students, treating them consistently with respect and consideration.
• Candidates are expected to attend regular team meetings and fully engage with the school, ensuring positive representation and promotion of Burnley FC in the Community.
• To be able to work flexible and unsociable hours where the role requires.
• A commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace and a willingness to undertake all relevant equality and diversity training.

An ideal candidate will have:

• A degree/HND in a relevant subject.
• A recognised teaching assistant qualification or be willing to undertake one.
• Experience of working as a HLTA or Teaching Assistant (TA) and/or experience of working with children in need of additional support.
• Experience of acting as a positive role model and willingness to build strong positive relationships with students.
• Knowledge of working with young people with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties and strategies to work successfully with them and get the best out of them.
• Excellent IT skills.

For the full job description please click here.

Applicants will need to have a flexible approach to work and be able to work evenings, weekends and matchdays as required. Burnley FC in the Community is committed to safeguarding children and young people and is an equal opportunities employer that welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Criminal Record Check (DBS).

How to apply

Please download our job application form by clicking here. Once downloaded, please complete, save and email to our Company Secretary, Helen Gurman, on h.gurman@burnleyfc.com. 

*Please note only candidates selected for interview will be notified*

Vacancy: Goalkeeping Coach (Girls Academy)

Job purpose
As a member of the wider coaching team for the Manchester City Girls Academy, your responsibility will lie in the development of young players as they progress through the female talent pathway.

Key responsibilities
• To motivate and develop goalkeepers whilst playing beautiful football.
• To understand and produce key programmes to enable individual players to successfully transition from each team in line with the Club’s footballing philosophy.
• To implement individual learning plans whilst having a tactical understanding of the players age group and the physical development of that age group.
• Ability to identify individual skills and apply appropriate coaching, and tactical developmenttailored to the individual player.
• To ensure the cohesion, conflict resolution and management of the individual players to ensure high quality professional standards and a positive team ethic are maintained by the players at all times.
• To work cooperatively with all Girls Academy staff and to maintain relationships with the player’s parents or their guardians.

Full job specification please download by clicking on the link here.

How to apply

Please email your CV and covering letter quoting vacancy reference GM- 701 to jobs@cityfootball.com. 

Vacancy: Regulatory Paralegal

Contract type: Permanent, full time
Reports to: Head of Legal – Football and Regulatory Services
Location: Premier League, 30 Gloucester Place, London, W1U 8PL

Overview
The Premier League’s Legal Services Department is looking for a paralegal to assist its in-house Regulatory team.

The Regulatory team’s core function is managing all aspects of the regulation of the Premier League competition and its participating clubs, including advising the business on the various requirements of the Premier League Rules, managing the process of amending those Rules year on-year,

investigation and enforcement of breaches of those Rules through the disciplinary processes contained within them and management of the various mandatory dispute resolution procedures binding Clubs and their Managers. In addition, the Regulatory team performs the same role in relation to the Youth Development Rules that govern all aspects of the Academy system and the various youth competitions organised by the Premier League at U16, U18 and U23 level.

Aside from this core function, the Regulatory team provide legal advice to the wider business and external stakeholders on a range of areas, including transfers and registrations, intermediaries, medical matters and financial regulation.

This is an exciting time to join the organisation and an excellent opportunity for the right candidate.

Who we are
The Premier League is home to some of the most competitive and compelling football in the world. The League and its clubs use the power and popularity of the competition to inspire fans, communities and partners in the UK and across the world. The Premier League brings people together from all backgrounds. It is a competition for everyone, everywhere and is available to watch in over 1 billion homes in 189 countries.

We have a wide variety of responsibilities. These include organising the competition and its Rule Book as well as managing the centralised broadcast and commercial rights. The work we do in conjunction with the Clubs also goes far beyond the 90 minutes. We support and provide a framework for youth development, we protect the organisation’s intellectual property, support the wider game and community programmes, undertake international development work and liaise with governing bodies and other leagues.

The role
The role involves providing general legal and administrative support to the Regulatory team, together with the Premier League’s Head of Safeguarding.

That support will be wide-ranging and varied, reflecting the breadth of work undertaken by the team, but will include the following:

• Assisting with the investigation of breaches of the Premier League Rules and the process of determining and sanctioning those breaches, compiling reports and assisting with the preparation of correspondence with Clubs.
• Maintaining detailed paper files relating to investigations and managing the Premier League’s soft copy database of Rule breaches.
• Assisting with the Rule amendment process each Season, recording amendment proposals and assisting with the production of the annual Premier League Handbook.
• Assisting with the administration of a number of Premier League audit and review processes, including the new independent audits of Club safeguarding functions and the review of movements of Academy players between ‘Category One’ Academies.
• Assisting the Governance Manager with the UEFA Licensing process each Season, monitoring Club compliance with the relevant regulations and organising the receipt and recording of evidence of compliance by Clubs to assist them in achieving a licence to participate in UEFA club competitions.
• Assisting with the Disclosure and Barring Service application process for applicable Premier League and Club officials and volunteers.

Requirements for the role

• Legal training
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and an ability to learn quickly
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice-to-haves for the role

• Litigation and/or contentious regulatory experience
• Strong IT skills
• Familiarity with regulatory issues affecting football at a domestic and international level

The Premier League is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. All appointments will be made based on merit.

How to apply

Please email hr@premierleague.com with your CV and cover letter.

Vacancy: Assistant Coach

What is the role?

In this role, you will work closely with the Head Coach to assist, coach and develop female players in the Professional Development Phase and Women’s First Team, to prepare them for elite professional football at the highest level.

What are we looking for?

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, able to assist to a high quality delivery of the training programme and to establish good relationships with players, colleagues and other key stakeholder. The individual will also need to have strong organisational and time management skills, meeting all deadlines and completing set tasks in an orderly manner.

Previous coaches and ex-professional players are highly desirable and will be considered for this role.

The competencies which are required include:

Essential Experience:

• Experience working with professional phase aged and senior elite players
• Experience of monitoring performance, and providing high quality feedback to players

Desirable Experience:

• Experience of working with female players
• An understanding of Talent Identification processes
• Experience of using Player Manager Application
• Experience of working with a multi-disciplinary team
• An appreciation of Long Term Athletic Development

Essential Qualifications (including certifications):

• UEFA B License
• FA Youth Modules 1 & 2
• Current FA Level 1 Introduction Into First Aid In football (IFAiF)
• Current FA Safeguarding Children Workshop certificate
• Current member of FA Licenced Coach
• An accepted FA Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Disclosure (previously known as an FA CRB Disclosure)

Essential Skills:

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Good IT Skills
• Ability to coordinate and prioritise programmes of work.
• Professional attitude and understand the importance of detail.
• Proactive and uses inititiave
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team and on your own
• Willingness to work weekends and training events when required
• Commitment to your own personal development

What do you get in return?

If you are successful you can look forward to a healthy benefits package:

• A competitive hourly rate.
• Opportunity to work for a successful Premier League Club.
• Working in an environment with strong core values.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Working with likeminded individuals.

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this position.

Vacancy: Programme Development Assistant

Exeter City Community Trust are seeking a Programme Development Assistant  to assist with implementation, development and delivery of programmes as determined by funding streams, currently the Premier League Primary Stars & Kicks & EFL +Sport Move & Learn programmes.

Working closely with Programme Development Officers, teachers & community groups reporting directly to the Senior Development Manager. You will  plan & deliver fun, educational sessions in a range of subjects within local partner schools and community groups, often to the hardest to reach within the setting.

For a full Job Description please download by clicking on the link here.

How to apply

Please apply by sending a covering letter outlining why you are suitable for this role and a completed application form (download here) to Catherine White, Exeter City Community Trust, St James Park, Exeter, EX4 6PX or Catherine.white@ecfc.co.uk 

Vacancy: Casual Goalkeeping Coach - Women's

What is the role?

In this role you will coach and develop our talented female goalkeepers and prepare them for the elite professional football at the highest level.

You will prepare, implement and manage a goalkeeping programme of the highest standard and coach all goalkeepers in the Women’s First Team, to maximise opportunities and assist them to reach their full potential in line with the club’s player development plan and philosophy.

You will monitor and assess the goalkeepers in training and in match performances and maintain all appropriate records using the methods prescribed by the Company.  The appointed coach will be expected to deliver training up to 3 evenings a week and weekends for matches.

What are we looking for? 

The successful candidate will need to have experience working with professional phase and senior aged players and have exceptional people skills to engage with internal and external stakeholders, building relationships to develop talent to outstanding skill. The individual will need excellent organisational and time management skills to ensure a successful delivery of an elite training programme, and work well within a team to drive success.

The competencies which are required include:

Essential Experience:

• Working with professional phase and senior aged players
• Experience of monitoring performance, and providing high quality feedback to players 

Desirable Experience:

• Experience of working with female players
• An understanding of Talent Identification processes
• Experience of using Player Management Application
• Experience of working with a multi-disciplinary team
• An appreciation of Long Term Athletic Development

Essential Qualifications (including certifications):

• FA Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Football
• FA Goalkeeping Level 2
• FA Youth Modules 1 & 2
• Current FA Level 1 Introduction Into First Aid In football (IFAiF)
• Current FA Safeguarding Children Workshop certificate
• Current member of FA Licenced Coaches Programme
• An accepted FA Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Disclosure (previously known as an FA CRB Disclosure)

Desirable Qualifications (including certifications):

• FA UEFA B Licence
• FA Goalkeeping B Licence
• FA Youth Award Module
• FA Youth Advanced Award
• Current BFAS (Basic First For Sport)
• Current First Aid Certificate

Essential Skills:

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Good IT Skills
• Ability to coordinate and prioritise programmes of work.
• Professional attitude and understand the importance of detail.
• Proactive and uses inititiave
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team and on your own
• Willingness to work weekends and training events when required
• Commitment to your own personal development
   

What do you get in return?

If you are successful you can look forward to a healthy benefits package:

• A competitive hourly rate.
• Opportunity to work for a successful Premier League Club.
• Working in an environment with strong core values.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Working with likeminded individuals.
   

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this position

Vacancy: Player Registrations Manager

Reports to: Player Registrations Manager
Salary: Circa £18,000 (plus performance related bonus & benefits package)
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week. Monday – Friday
Contractual Status: Permanent – subject to 6 months probationary period

BACKGROUND
The Football Association of Wales (FAW) is seeking to appoint a ‘Player Registrations Executive’ within the Compliance Department. The FAW is the governing body of football in Wales and is responsible for promoting and developing the game at all levels from grassroots through to the professional game, including the Welsh Premier League and all international squads.

ROLE PURPOSE
The ‘Player Registrations Executive’ sits within the Compliance Department of the FAW and reports to the Player Registrations Manager. The holder of this post will be responsible for the operation of processes and procedures related to the registration of amateur and professional
players within Wales, as well as administering International Transfers via other National Associations and through the means of the FIFA TMS Database. The successful candidate will actively assist the Compliance Department in registration related disciplinary cases and provide
information to stakeholders on updates to the regulations and the FAW player registration database. The post will also incorporate assisting in the development, testing and delivery of the FAW’s new ‘Football Management System’ project.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• To assist with player registrations related matters; providing advice, support and guidance where necessary in conjunction with the line manager.
• The registering and administration of Academy players and Futsal Players within Wales.
• To be the main point of contact with users of the ‘My Club Database’.
• Registering all Welsh Premier League, Welsh Premier Women’s League and Welsh Premier Development League Players.
• To liaise with all adult, youth and junior leagues, clubs, Area Associations and other relevant football bodies.
• To undertake the operation of the International Clearance procedure, including the processing of International Transfers of amateur players.
• To assist with the operation of the International Clearance of professional players through the means of the FIFA TMS Database.
• To assist with applications made through the ‘Minors’ section of the FIFA TMS Database.
• To provide advice, support and guidance for external users of the FAW ‘Central Player Registrations Database’.
• To assist the Player Registrations Manager and ICT Manager with queries involving the FAW Player Registration Database.
• Assist with the administration of Intermediary Applications.
• To assist the Player Registrations Manager with Work Permit applications for professional players.
• To undertake any other duties as instructed by the Player Registrations Manager or Head of Department.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
• Educated to degree level or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in administrative processing and procedure development.
• Experience of Microsoft applications, for example Word, Excel and Outlook are essential.
• Experience of data entry and databases.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Demonstrate flexibility.
• Show willingness to learn.
• Demonstrate attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• The ability to deal with difficult matters professionally and in confidence.
• The ability to work as part of a team but also without supervision.
• The ability to work outside of normal working hours.
• Knowledge and understanding of domestic football in Wales.
• Knowledge of the FAW’s Rules and Regulations (advantageous).
• Knowledge of the FIFA Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (advantageous).
• The ability to speak Welsh (advantageous).

The position is full time and based at the FAW Offices in Cardiff. The post holder will be required at times to perform their duties or additional work or attend training outside of normal office hours and/or in different locations, either domestically or internationally, at the discretion of the Head of Compliance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
The FAW integrates equality of opportunity into all aspects of its business including appointments. The principles of fair and open competition will apply and appointments will be made on merit.

APPLICATIONS
• Deadline for applications is the close of business on Friday, 24 August 2018.
• Applications received after this date will not be considered.
• Applications must be supported by a letter detailing why the applicant believes they are a suitable candidate for the post and be accompanied with a current curriculum vitae.
• Applications should be sent to ahughes@faw.co.uk clearly marking the subject of the email: ‘Player Registrations Executive’.
• All interviews will be held at the FAW Offices, Cardiff.
The appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and two professional / personal references, to the satisfaction of the FAW.

Vacancy: Laundry, Kit and Equipment Assistant

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club are now recruiting for a full-time kit assistant to join the team. We are looking for an organised, confident and hardworking individual to support the general kit manager, academy kit manager and the wider team on all aspects of laundry, kit and equipment.

This role will be primarily responsible for the day to day preparation and kit and equipment requirements of the U23s’ players and staff. This will include the allocation, washing and printing of all kit for training and matches.

This is a permanent role based at the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre in Lancing and will include travel throughout the UK. Due to the nature of the role the successful candidate will need to be flexible with working hours to include evening and weekend work.

Candidates must have a minimum grade C GCSE in maths and English and possess the ability to work as part of a team. Preferably, candidates will have experience of working in a kit and equipment environment. Candidates must be able to liaise effectively with young players, parents, scouts, coaches and club staff.

To read more about this fantastic opportunity, please click here for the job description and person specification.

How to apply

If you think you are ready to join our high performing team, please email your CV and a covering letter to steph.king@bhafc.co.uk, Please also include a completed equal opportunities form, to download the equal opportunities form, please click here.

BHAFC/AITC are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

BHAFC/AITC are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Vacancy: Football Development Officer

Oxfordshire FA is looking to appoint a full time Football Development Officer with lead responsibilities for Disability football.

This position will report directly to the Football Development Manager and will be responsible for leading the delivery of disability participation and supporting the general delivery of football across the county in line with the FA National Game Strategy.

The role encompasses the following areas:

• To take specific responsibility for disability work with grassroots football in increasing understanding and awareness of key issues and barriers i.e. for women’s and girls and other under-represented groups to meet potential for growth and CFA targets.
• Analyse and use national and local data & insight to design and deliver customer focused services
• Design and deliver a disability programme of services to Clubs, Leagues, organisations and groups
• Recruit, retain and develop Club and League volunteers
• Support the coach education and referee programmes with local insight from key stakeholders
• Lead and support the review and delivery of disability competitions and league structures with providers to ensure they meet the needs of all participants
• Contribute to raising the profile and the perception of the CFA in leading and developing grass roots football.
• Plan and coordinate programmes/projects to deliver the targets to retain and grow disabled participation for male, women and girls and BAME players
• Identify, manage and develop relationships with key partners to meet the objectives and targets of the County FA.
• Develop relationships with local schools and universities to support the delivery of football and increase participation
• Support the promotion of RESPECT
• To assist and maintain safeguarding standards and policies in line with the Safeguarding and Welfare areas of our work
• You may support on other areas of football delivery from time to time

You must be able to work under pressure, handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines. In addition you must have excellent interpersonal skills. You will also need a full and current driving licence and be available to work some evenings and weekends.

How to apply
Please read the full job description by clicking on the link here and then send a covering letter and CV explaining why you would be the best candidate for the role to info@oxfordshirefa.com 

Interviews to be held on Thursday 13 September 2018

Oxfordshire FA is committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Vacancy: Senior Policy Advisor

Secondment opportunity
Position: Senior Policy Advisor, Sports Grounds Safety Authority
Start Date: As soon as possible, ideally September 2018
Appointment type: 2 year secondment
Grade: Grade 7 (for civil servants, this post is open to permanent Grade 7s and SEOs, HEOs and HEO(D)s on temporary promotion)
Salary: £48,169 – £56,243
Manager of post: Martyn Henderson, Interim Chief Executive
Location: SGSA HQ, London Blackfriars
Flexible working: The SGSA supports flexible working, with the option to work from home for 1 or 2 days per week. Job share arrangements would also be considered.

About the SGSA
The SGSA (formerly the Football Licensing Authority) is the UK Government’s expert body on spectator safety at sports grounds. Set up after the Hillsborough disaster, our purpose is to ensure sports grounds are safe for everyone. Every weekend we help millions people enjoy watching football and other sports in a safe and secure environment.

To achieve this, we work with the 92 Football clubs in the Premier League and the Football League, Wembley Stadium and Principality Stadium, as well as local authorities, the Premier League, the Football League and the FA to ensure safety is prioritised. We write guidance including the Guide to Safety at Sports Grounds (“the Green Guide”) and carry out a range of statutory functions in relation to football in England and Wales and advisory functions in relation to other sports both within the UK and internationally. Our core statutory functions are set out in the Football Spectators Act 1989 and the Sports Grounds Safety Authority Act 2011. We have an important statutory responsibility to regulate local authorities  in their oversight of safety at the 92 football clubs in the Premier League and the Football League, and at Wembley and the Principality Stadium football grounds. We also issue licences to those 94 stadia to enforce the Government’s all-seater policy.

The UK’s expertise on sports ground safety is respected globally. Our core guidance document, the Green Guide, is used internationally by stadia designers, architects and others working in sport safety and is considered to set the standard in safety at sports grounds. We are publishing a new sixth edition of the Guide later this year.

The SGSA is an arms’ length body of around 20 people with an annual budget of around £1.5 million. We are a small, dynamic team with London HQ at Blackfriars and other inspectorate staff working from home across the country.

Current context
In 2011 the Sports Grounds Safety Authority Act enabled us to provide advice to sports other than football, and to countries around the world. Over the last five years we have expanded our work with other sports in the UK and explored international opportunities working with countries including Australia, Uruguay and Brazil on projects to provide advice on safety at sports grounds whilst continuing to perform our regulatory role in the UK.

On 1st February 2016 we published a new organisational strategy. This reflects the Government’s aspiration for us to generate income including taking a more commercial approach to providing our advisory services to off-set the organisation’s costs and reduce the grant-in-aid funding we receive. The strategy is clear that in becoming more commercial we will not compromise our core values of integrity and independence, which are an important organisational strength.

We will be a non-profit organisation, generating income which is reinvested in our front line services. To achieve this, we are growing our international and advisory work in a more commercial way.

Last year we consulted on a wider understanding of the definition of safety in relation to the scope of safety certificates issued by local authorities to football grounds. This widened the previously understood scope to include protection from the risks of terrorist activity, among other things. We are working closely with local authorities and football sector to embed this approach. Persistent standing in seated areas is an issue of significant concern to the SGSA.

We are concerned about the safety challenges of large numbers of spectators standing in seated areas, which are not designed for standing. This is a longstanding
issue in the sector and in the last year we have been focussing on the issue and seeking a way forward for the resolution of the safety risks it presents.

The Government’s all-seater policy has been under increased scrutiny in recent months, culminating in a debate in Parliament on 25th June. At this debate the Sports Minister, Tracey Crouch MP, announced that Government would be commissioning an external analysis of the evidence in relation to the all-seater policy. The scope of the work will be defined in conjunction with the SGSA.

Role details
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a delivery environment leading on several areas of developing policy and being a member of the Executive Team. You will work directly to the Chief Executive, overseeing a fast-paced programme of work which will see you design and deliver new policies and processes. Working at the heart of a small, flexible organisation, you will use your strong policy skills to help create safe and enjoyable experiences for football and other sports fans across England and Wales.

The successful applicant’s responsibilities will include:
• Leading on the SGSA’s input to the Government’s analysis of evidence relating to the all-seater policy, which was announced by the Sports Minister on 25th June. This will involve working closely with DCMS policy colleagues, identifying relevant evidence and ensuring the SGSA’s technical expertise is fully utilised in this piece of work.
• Leading the organisation’s policy relationship with the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.
• Being a core member of the organisation’s Executive Team, which has responsibility for leading the organisation and delivering the new strategy.
• Working across the organisation to oversee implementation of the SGSA’s plans in relation to standing in seated areas (persistent standing). This will include specifically leading on:
o Our approach to persistent standing within the licences we issue to grounds
o Our approach to persistent standing in relation to our oversight of local authorities
o Researching and documenting different approaches to reducing the safety risks from persistent standing
• Management of a secondee or consultant developing the SGSA’s evidence and data strategy, which sets out how we will use data more effectively to inform our policies and regulatory approach.
• Management of a Fast Stream secondee and PhD research student.
• Identifying regulatory best practice and bringing it into the organisation to modernise our regulatory approach.
• Leading on the Enterprise Act, engagement with the Better Regulation
Executive, and assessing the need for and undertaking impact assessments of policies and procedures as needed.
• Working with stakeholders to undertake a review of the impact of the SGSA’s wider understanding of safety.
• Leading on implementation of the SGSA’s formal risk-based approach to regulation as it beds in during its first year.
• Engagement with the FA, Premier League and English Football League.
• Leading on the SGSA’s approach to matters of accessibility at sports grounds, including convening round-table meeting with the Equality and Human Rights Commission, Office for Disability Issue, Level Playing Field (charity) and DCMS.
• Other ad-hoc policy work as it arises.

There will also be opportunities to get involved in other areas of the organisation’s activities, including working with sports organisations, communications, commercial activity, risk management and business planning. The SGSA is a small organisation with many opportunities to get involved in a diverse range of activities. We are very happy to discuss how we can tailor the role to individual’s development priorities.

Skills and competencies
The following Civil Service Framework competencies are essential for the role:
• Seeing the big picture: In order to formulate effective policy and position the SGSA effectively in relation to the Government’s analysis of evidence on the all-seater policy, the successful applicant will need to identify the implications of strategic priorities in Government to ensure plans and policies reflect these.
• Making effective decisions: In order to come to the right outcomes for the SGSA, the successful applicant will need to identify the main issues in complex problems and weigh the complexities involved pragmatically against the need to act.
• Leading and communicating: In order to help lead these important pieces of work, the successful applicant will need to be able to clarify purpose and direction, while listening to and responding to the views of others. This work  will require someone who can drive it forward proactively, with an ability to persuade others on complex topics. The role will involve communicating with technical experts to explain the policy process and harness their expertise. As manager of secondee and fast stream colleagues, the successful applicant will need to be able to set direction and support others to achieve the outcomes needed.
• Collaborating and partnering: In order to draw fully on the existing expertise of the SGSA to deliver its new policies, the successful applicant will need to work closely with experienced internal experts and take an open approach to consultation and involvement of others. They will need to develop effective working relationships with colleagues at the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport and with football stakeholders.
• Delivering at pace: The successful applicant will need to deliver a complex programme of work to challenging timescales. The successful candidate will need to hit the ground running.

At least 2 years experience of working within central Government or a Government Arms Length Body is also essential.

In addition, applicants will benefit from having:
• Strong, proven policy skills including a good understanding of the Government’s approach to policy appraisal and assessment of impacts and familiarity with analytic and economic concepts.
• Experience of project or programme management.
• A high degree of self-motivation and a positive, proactive approach to contributing as part of a team.

Applicants to do not need to have safety technical expertise or a background in safety at sports grounds.

How to apply
For a conversation about the role and whether it might be the right secondment for you, please contact Daniel.heath@sgsamail.org.uk 

To apply for this role please provide::
• Your CV detailing relevant experience; and
• A two-page statement of suitability for the role, setting out how you meet the skills and competencies set out above. It should also explain why you are interested in the role.

Sifted candidates will be invited to interview. Feedback will only be provided to candidates who are interviewed

Other terms and conditions
Civil Service terms and conditions apply, analogous with those of staff at the Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Hours of work: 36 hours per week not including meal breaks
Annual leave provision: 25 days plus public and privilege days, subject to negotiation if current annual leave is higher
Pension arrangements: Principle Civil Service Pension Scheme

Vacancy: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Journalism & Media (Sport)

Overall Purpose
To maintain a teaching commitment as required by the Subject Leader and Dean of Faculty, including preparation and delivery of teaching materials as appropriate, preparation and assessment of coursework and preparation and marking of examinations

To participate in and support the development of research, consultancy and professional activity in subject area, in the Faculty and in the University in line with subject area targets.

To participate in, and contribute to the operation and development of the Journalism and Media programmes including module and programme administration and leadership in accordance with the University requirements for course maintenance and quality control.

Key roles will include the planning, delivery, assessment and management of teaching and learning to students on a range of Journalism and Media programmes. In particular the role holder will be expected to teach sports journalism theory and practice and show critical engagement and reflection around key areas of the subject.

The ability to offer knowledge and experience in:

• Broadcast and/or digital sports news reporting or production
• Newsgathering, sourcing and verification
• Writing for audiences and publication
• News production with a high level of contemporary knowledge, engagement and expertise in at least one
  of the following – digital news, radio, television or print.
• Law and public administration as it affects sports journalists
• A knowledge and understanding of some of the major areas of debate in the subject area of sports journalism such as, but not limited to, the impact of digital content on sports reporting, sports rights and data ownership and the rise of social news and user-generated content.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
(The balance and distribution of activities will vary between post holders and may vary from year to year; and will be allocated within the context of the University of Northampton workload guidance and in association with objectives agreed at PDR)

• Learning, Teaching and Assessment

Plan and deliver teaching and learning for students using appropriate media, including the use of IT

Undertake necessary assessment activities

Engage in critical reflection on practice as a basis for improving performance

Contribute to innovation in learning, teaching, assessment and curriculum development with the aim of meeting the needs of learners

Provide support and guidance to students

Translate professional and research experience into the academic context as appropriate

Engage in staff development activities relating to teaching, learning and assessment

• Research and Scholarly Activity

Identify and conduct research and scholarly activity which is relevant to the subject priority areas

Integrate research into teaching and learning

Identify opportunities for income generation and entrepreneurialism through research, consultancy or
professional practice activities

• Team Work and Communication

Work effectively with colleagues at all levels and contribute to the achievement of team objectives

Develop collaborative relationships across teams and between Faculties

Maintain dialogue with managers in the performance of responsibility

Develop networks of useful contacts both within and outside the University of Northampton

• Personal Effectiveness

Seek ways to improve efficiency and quality and motivate and encourage others

Contribute to achievement of organisational goals

• Business Effectiveness

Engage in consultancy and income generation and develop an understanding of marketing and business
needs

Contribute to business enhancement and maintenance of a customer-focus approach

• Quality Management and Enhancement

Contribute to the development and achievement of quality standards and criteria

Take part in initiatives to improve quality of educational provision and access to higher education

• Organisational Context

Carry out administrative duties effectively

Work within the University of Northampton policy and procedural framework particularly in respect of legal and ethical requirements paying particular attention to equality, health and safety, and data and records security

Contribute to the teaching, assessment and ongoing development and management of Journalism and

Media related programmes at undergraduate or postgraduate level as required.

Responsible for the administration and management of modules.
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Journalism & Media

Responsible for the administration and management of programmes in the Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programmes (for appointment at Senior Lecturer level).

Supervise and assess Undergraduate and Postgraduate dissertations/thesis.

Manage the development of new modules within the Journalism and Media subject area and Faculty.

Manage the development of new programmes within the Journalism and Media subject area and Faculty (for appointment at Senior Lecturer level).

Provide tutorial and academic support and guidance to students on programmes within the Journalism and Media subject area.

Provide pastoral support for students via the role of personal academic tutor.

Provide students with appropriate intellectual challenges and professional skills.

Generic Duties and Responsibilities

• Work effectively with colleagues at all levels and contribute to the achievement of team objectives.
• Develop collaborative relationships across teams and between Faculties. Contribute to the development of the research profile of the Faculty through publications, conference contributions and/or other outcomes appropriate to the discipline area.
• Maintain professional standing and expertise by a process of continuing personal and subject development through participation in the University of Northampton and Faculty staff development and personal self-development activities.
• Assist in general Faculty/University of Northampton marketing and recruitment activities including Open Days and Applicant Visit Days.
• Attend and contribute to meetings of Faculty and University of Northampton committees as required.
• The post holder will be expected to undertake other responsibilities and tasks as reasonably requested
  by the Subject Leader – Journalism, Media and Performance and/or Dean of Faculty.
• The post holder will be responsible and accountable for ensuring all employment legislative requirements are adhered to including equality and diversity and health and safety issues.

The job description may be altered at any time in the future in line with the level of the post to meet changing institutional requirements, but only in full consultation with the post holder.

For full job description and person specification please click on the link here.

How to apply

Pleae read the job spec and person specification in full as per above. Applicants are required to provide two referees who can give an opinion on academic and/or professional work experience.
Successful applicants are required to provide any stated/required qualifications and evidence of any memberships to professional bodies.  Click on the link here to apply for this position.

Vacancy: Junior Designer

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club are now recruiting for a creative and visionary junior designer to join our innovative marketing team. We are offering a unique opportunity for a passionate and talented individual to apply their skills within a professional sporting environment. This role will be based at the world-class American Express Community Stadium in Brighton.

This new role will primarily involve producing key marketing material for the football club whilst working closely with our commercial, media, ticketing, and retail departments.

Applicants must have a graphic design, advertising or brand management qualification that covered key elements of design and the role of advertising and/or branding. Successful applicants must have a minimum of one years’ experience within graphic design and an excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator and In-design.

Successful applicants will have good knowledge of motion graphics for TV using After Effects (or similar software) and have the ability to learn new design packages. Applicants must uphold their meticulous attention to detail whilst meeting tight deadlines.

Want to read more about this exciting opportunity? To download the job description and person specification, please click on the link here.

How to apply

If you think you have what it takes to join our high performing team at BHAFC, please email your CV and covering letter to steph.king@bhafc.co.uk. Please also include a completed equal opportunities form. To download the equal opportunities form, please click on the link here.

Creative applications are welcome!

BHAFC/AITC are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

BHAFC/AITC are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Vacancy: Security Officer

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club are offering an exciting opportunity for two security officers to join our professional and dedicated team. These roles will be responsible for the security of Club facilities, their contents and environs.

This includes controlling access to the venue, undertaking patrols and inspections around the facilities, incident response and operating the various operational and emergency systems in place.

This is a rewarding role which would suit individuals with a positive, professional and enthusiastic approach to challenging incidents. Candidates must have competence and previous experience of working in a similar role in a large multi-purpose building. Preferably, applicants will hold a level 2 recognised security certificate, CCTV qualification and/or SIA (security industry authority) licence or equivalent.

These are full time positions and shifts will be days (7:00am-7:00pm) and working as part of a team on a four on/four off shift pattern. These roles will be based at the American Express Community Stadium in Brighton.

To read our job description and person specification for this exciting role, please click here.

How to apply

Please email your CV and a covering letter to steph.king@bhafc.co.uk. Please also include a completed equal opportunities form. To download the equal opportunities form, please click here.

BHAFC / AITC are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

BHAFC/AITC are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Vacancy: Executive Editor (Live Streaming)

Job Introduction
From the World Cup to the Olympics, whether it’s Premier League football, the FA Cup, 6 Nations Rugby, international cricket or Wimbledon, BBC Sport is at the heart of the world’s major sporting events. Our Sports News, Radio Sport and Interactive teams help ensure that every day, throughout the year, our audiences are served with all the stories surrounding the sport as well as providing world class coverage of the action itself.

BBC Sport’s strategy is to grow its digital services and provide more live sports coverage, free to air, than ever before through our Live Streaming Service. The Editor will take a lead role in the delivery of this service, which will allow audiences to consume live, long-form sport across a range of digital platforms, including the BBC Sport website, iPlayer and the Red Button.

Role Responsibility
Reporting to BBC Sport’s Head of Digital and Radio, the Editor will be part of the senior editorial and management team responsible for the delivery of a content strategy for live streaming online and on the Red Button. They will collaborate with both internal and external partners to enable a range of different sports governing bodies to stream their own events on the BBC’s ‘open platform’.  Key to this is the creation and maintenance of strong relationships with rights-holders. This role will ensure that BBC Sport is leading the way in delivering content which is innovative and engages hard to reach audiences.

The Editor will develop and manage delivery of this significant strand of BBC Sport’s strategy. They will also take a lead with our week-in, week-out coverage of Olympic sports across all platforms, working closely with our Major Events Editor. The role will exercise considerable discretion within broad limits of editorial reference and manage a diverse multi-skilled production team.

Are you the right candidate?
The successful candidate will have significant experience in the management of live productions and in developing creative ways to reach and engage with audiences.

They will have a proven record of delivering innovation and driving change, as well as line management experience of large and diverse teams and the ability to influence and manage a wide range of internal and external stake-holders.

Importantly the ideal candidate will have an understanding of the UK’s sport industry organisational structure, political influence and policy, along with the range of sports and events that fall under the Olympic umbrella. They will have significant experience of digital, radio and TV production workflows, including social media.

Package Description
1 x Continuing Role
Band F

About the BBC
Diversity matters at the BBC.  We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of the BBC – whether that’s to contribute to our programming or our wide range of non-production roles.  The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences. 

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all individuals.  And we promote flexible working opportunities where operational needs allow.  

To find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at the BBC, please click here

The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants.  Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk.

Attached documents

Job Description

BBC Values Guide

Vacancy: Sous Chef

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club are now recruiting for a sous chef to join our high performing catering team. To read the job description and person specification for this rare and exciting role, please click here.

We are looking for a confident and creative individual who will be responsible for preparing, cooking and presenting food to the highest standards and will deputise for the Head Chef Manager in their absence.

The post holder will also be responsible for ensuring all food preparation is carried out in accordance with food hygiene procedures and will assist in the planning of menus. This is a full-time role and will be based primarily at the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre in Lancing.

Candidates must have an NVQ level 2 certificate in food production and cooking. Candidates will also have a certificate in health and safety and have knowledge of COSHH regulations. Successful candidates will have a minimum of three years’ experience of working in a fast-paced and pressurised environment and will have meticulous attention to detail.

Due to the nature of the role, candidates must be flexible with regards to working hours, to include some weekends and will hold a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

How to apply
If you think you are ready to join our high performing team, please email your CV and a covering letter to steph.king@bhafc.co.uk.  Please also include a completed equal opportunities form, to download the equal opportunities form, please click here.

BHAFC/AITC are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

BHAFC/AITC are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Vacancy: Academy Strength & Conditioning Coach

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club are currently recruiting for an academy strength and conditioning coach to join our award-winning medical team. Our dedicated medical team have been recognised for their outstanding work and innovation within the field of sports medicine in the 2017/18 season, after being nominated for the ‘Premier League Medical and Science Team Award’ at the Football Medical Association Conference.

This role will provide strength and conditioning coaching for our foundation phase (U9-U12) athletes to include field and gym based performance and recovery sessions. The post holder will also support with the Youth Development Phase (U13-U16). This is a permanent role and will be primarily based at our state of the art training facility, the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre in Lancing.

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in Sports Science or Strength & Conditioning from a recognised University and preferably, a postgraduate degree (or working towards) in Strength & Conditioning or related subject. The successful candidate will be UKSCA Accredited (or have a demonstrable ability to complete the accreditation within 6 months) and will preferably be BASES accredited (or currently undergoing supervised experience).

The successful candidate will also have at least two years’ experience in the provision of strength and conditioning services to elite athletes which should include work with high performance teams or squads. Candidates must have experience in the design, implementation and monitoring of strength and conditioning programmes for elite footballers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading category one status academy. To read the job description and person specification, please click here.

How to apply

If you think you are ready to join our high performing medical team, please email your CV and a covering letter to steph.king@bhafc.co.uk. Please also include a completed equal opportunities form, to download the equal opportunities form please click here.

BHAFC/AITC are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

BHAFC/AITC are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Vacancy: Apprentice Administrative Assistant – Supporter Services

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club are now offering an exciting opportunity for an apprentice to join our dynamic Supporter Services team. We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate individual who is looking to explore a career within administration and develop their skills in a professional sports environment. 

The Supporter Services department is a fast-paced contact centre which is the main point of contact for our loyal supporters. Our high-performing Supporter Services team were nominated for a Customer Service Award at the Ticketing Technology Awards 2017.

This apprenticeship will be responsible for assisting the Supporter Services department with clerical and administrative duties. We are looking for an inspiring and innovative individual who can bring their personality into the role and engage with the club’s fan base.

Applicants must have a minimum of a GCSE (grade C or above) in Mathematics and English and have a high level of computer literacy. This 12 month fixed-term apprenticeship will involve on-the-job training resulting in a Business Administration Level 2 diploma and the salary will be in line with recommended apprentice and national pay scales.

To read the job description and person specification for this exciting opportunity, please click here.

How to apply

If you think you have what it takes to join our high performing team at BHAFC, please email your CV and covering letter to steph.king@bhafc.co.uk.  Please also include a completed equal opportunities form. To download the equal opportunities form, please click on the link here.

BHAFC/AITC are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

BHAFC/AITC are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Vacancy: Head of Health

Purpose of role

To manage and oversee Health projects of the Foundation and Club by working with the Foundation’s management team; staff; partner staff; children; young people and families to implement and deliver a health and wellbeing strategy.

Working alongside the Head of the Foundation, the Head of Health will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of the Health programme. This includes: overseeing partnership agreements; working effectively with key partners; and keeping the projects on schedule, under budget and gaining maximum exposure through effective dissemination of the project’s impact.

The successful candidate will play a powerful and influential role in many peoples’ lives by promoting the Foundation and its values and promoting the benefits of health and wellbeing within the community.

Other duties and responsibilities may supplement the above as required.

Job specification

Please click on the link here for full details of this position.

How to apply

Please send your most recent CV along with a covering letter explaining how you meet the job specification to recruitment@htafcfoundation.com 

Vacancy: Academy Foundation Phase Coach

Millwall FC Academy is looking to recruit a new foundation phase coach to deliver the Academy coaching programme for the Under 9s-11s. The successful candidate will report directly to their lead phase coach and will be responsible of the running and implementation of the Academy's coaching programme within their age group.

We are looking for an individual who is reliable, passionate and enthusiastic to work with the young players and staff within the foundation phase of the Academy.

The successful candidate will be expected to deliver sessions that follow the coaching curriculum and have a good knowledge of the current subject area within the four corner module.

The part-time role will involve flexible working hours in conjunction with the Academy's games programme. There will also be administrative tasks involved within the role, implementing player reviews and session plans to once again ensure we meet the desired criteria of the EPPP. Good knowledge and experience of the PMA system would be beneficial.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to develop as a coach in an elite environment while working with the players and helping to install and lay down the foundations for the next generation of Millwall FC players.

Coaches MUST hold the UEFA B Licence, FA Modules 1-3 and the FA Advanced Youth Award or working towards this qualification. Further to this coaches will need to be part of the FA Licenced Coaches Club.

Please note employment will be subject to completing a CRB check.

How to apply

Please complete the application form by clicking here and send to academy@millwallplc.com

Interview dates: Monday 20 August and Tuesday 21 August.

Vacancy: Kitchen Porter

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club are now recruiting for a kitchen porter to join our vibrant and energetic catering team.

We are looking for a confident and helpful individual who will be responsible for ensuring the kitchen cleaning requirements and daily tasks are completed, whilst also adhering to health and safety requirements. This role will be based primarily at the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre in Lancing.

Candidates must have a certificate in health and safety and have knowledge of COSHH regulations.   

Preferably, candidates will have experience of working in a fast paced and pressurised environment and meticulous attention to detail. Successful candidates will also have experience of working in an environment requiring high levels of customer care and be genuine team players.

This is a part-time role of 4 days per week on an initial one-year fixed term contract. Due to the nature of the role, candidates must be flexible with regards to working hours, to include some weekends and evening working, and must hold a high level of confidentiality.

To read the job description and person specification for this exciting role, please click here.

How to apply

If you think you are ready to join our high performing team, please email your CV and a covering letter to steph.king@bhafc.co.uk. Please also include a completed equal opportunities form, to download the equal opportunities form, please click here.

BHAFC/AITC are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

BHAFC/AITC are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Vacancy: Assistant Producer (TV Sport)

From the World Cup to the Winter Olympics, The FA Cup, 6 Nations and Wimbledon, BBC Sport is at the heart of the world’s major sporting events. Throw in our flagship shows such as Match of the Day, Sports Personality of the Year, and the success of The Olympics 2016, and we truly have a portfolio to shout about.

Role Responsibility
Assistant Producers contribute to the output by working as part of a production team. You will be required to work on live action and highlights programmes playing a full part in all aspects of the VT operation.  

You will be passionate about a range of sports, know what makes a good story and relish the challenge of producing creative and ambitious content within budget.

You will oversee, organise and produce single-camera shoots as well as taking responsibility for planning shoots and edits across TV.

A good understanding of the editorial and production requirements of a live OB is essential.

Are you the right candidate?
This role requires significant experience in TV Sport Production.  We are looking for individuals with a flair for film making and experience of sport Outside Broadcasts, fast turn-around programmes and post production are essential. You’ll need to be bursting with creative ideas and treatments that reflect the wide audience the BBC needs to reach.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to conduct in-depth research, build relationships externally and internally as well as contributing creatively to the post-production process.

They will have a genuine enthusiasm and interest in sport, in particular football and rugby union.

Package Description
1 x Continuing, 2 x 12 Month FTC/Attachments and 1 x 6 Month FTC/Attachments
Band C

About the BBC
We don't focus simply on what we do - we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are very important to us. Please make sure you've read about our values and behaviours in the document attached below. You'll be asked questions relating to them as part of your application for this role.

Diversity matters at the BBC.  We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of the BBC – whether that’s to contribute to our programming or our wide range of non-production roles.  The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences. 

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all individuals.  And we promote flexible working opportunities where operational needs allow.  

To find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at the BBC, please click here

The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants.  Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk.

Attached documents

BBC Values Guide

Job Description

Vacancy: Project Development Manager

Fulham Football Club is seeking an exceptional candidate to become its Project Development Manager for the proposed redevelopment of the Riverside Stand at Craven Cottage.  The role will be required to manage, coordinate and monitor all of the financial, planning, procurement and technical development activities relating to the Riverside Stand Project and associated projects at Craven Cottage. 

The Project will have a range of end uses that will require the successful candidate to have a good understanding of landlord/tenant arrangements and experience of managing tenant/operator relationships through to completion and operation of the building.

The role will be expected to manage the Project from start to finish, overseeing the design, planning and construction processes to ensure the creation of first class, multi-use facility for use by the Club and the wider community.

The Project Development Manager is a senior role and one which reports directly into the Chief Executive Officer.

How to apply

If you think you can add Value to our Team, please email your CV to: recruitment@fulhamfc.com 

Vacancy: Medical & Sports Science Administrator

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The AFC Bournemouth Sports Medicine and Sports Science Departments aim is to provide top level care for of its players from the 1st team through to the academy. With roles including team doctor, Physiotherapists, Sports Therapists, masseurs and a range of consultancy staff including nutritionist, Chiropractor, Pilates Instructor, yoga teacher and podiatrist there is a team approach to delivering high quality medical and performance input to the players.

JOB PURPOSE

To provide administration support to the Club’s Medical and Sports Science teams and also be the first point of contact for internal and external enquiries relating to the Medical department ensuring complete confidentiality over player/medical data and records held.

RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

Reports to: Head of Sports Medicine, Head of Physiotherapy and Head of Sports Science.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collating and filing of documents (i.e. Premier League paper) such as doping receipts, insurance policies, MRI reports) for the Head of
• Sports Medicine & Head of Physiotherapy
• Managing all medical data
• Booking and managing all medical appointments for all First Team and development team players
• Managing the diaries of the Medical and Sports Science departments
• Liaising with suppliers (i.e. Medical, Physio and Sports Science consumables)
• Co-ordination of cardiac screening across Club
• Reconciling invoices for medical equipment versus the medical budget
• Liaising with the Club’s Company Secretarial on other player related insurances
• Liaising with the Head of Medicine and Player Liaison Officer to set up player medicals and arrangements
• Administration support for the Club’s ‘Anti-doping’ responsibilities, which includes a range of administrative and co-ordination responsibilities, for example: submitting weekly whereabouts and providing full squad lists at the end of each transfer window etc.
• Meeting and greeting visitors that visit the Medical department
• Keeping a record of the medical teams CPD
• Booking travel and accommodation (when required) for players and staff to get to medical appointments in the UK and overseas
• Booking travel and accommodation (when required) for staff attending conferences, courses and meetings

Match/Event responsibilities and organisation
• No direct responsibilities

MAIN JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PERSON SPECIFICATION

Specific Experience:

• Previous administration experience, in a high profile professional administrative role, preferably within a medical environment.

Abilities/Skills/Knowledge:

• Confidential and discreet
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multi-task
• Self-motivated with the ability to work well within a team
• Proficient use of MS packages including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook
• Good communication skills
• Enthusiastic and friendly

How to apply

Please could applicants send a cover letter and CV to jobs@afcb.co.uk For candidate privacy policy please click on the link here.

AFC Bournemouth is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment.

Applicants to this post will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service with Children’s Barring List Check.

AFC Bournemouth holds the Intermediate Level of the Premier League Equality Standard and values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community (Equality Act 2010).

Vacancy: Data Scientist (Sports Scientist)

An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Sports Scientist who specialises in Data analytics to join our Sports Medicine & Exercise Science team. Based at our Training Ground, Motspur Park, Surrey.

You will provide outstanding data analysis of player load monitoring, physiological and subjective load response data, physical capacity profiling data and physical game outputs.

You will assist and deliver with the collection of previously stated markers, as well as helping to develop & streamline the data analysis processes that the clubs Sports Science staff can utilise.

You will be an analytical thinker with experience of developing predictive models and hold high competency levels in using data science software.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, enthusiastic individual who has some previous experience of working within elite sport specialising in the analysis of data and creation of data analysis processes along with the following qualifications: BSc & MSc in Sports Science, Mathematics or Physics.

How to apply

If you think you can add value to the team, please email a copy of your CV and covering letter stating your salary expectations to recruitment@fulhamfc.com

Vacancy: Senior Project Manager Women’s Football Competitions

On the ball?
In order to support our Women’s Football Division, FIFA is looking to recruit an analytical and experienced Senior Project Manager Women’s Football Competitions.

Your duties

• Researching and analysing the women’s football competition landscape, developing concepts for new competitions and optimising existing competitions in an innovative way
• Project managing and implementing new competition concepts, working closely with other FIFA divisions
  Implementing internal and external communications plans with the relevant stakeholders
• Ensuring the successful delivery of new competition initiatives

Our requirements

• Minimum of eight-plus years’ experience and proven experience in sports event management/competition-related matters
• Proven experience of leading a team in a multicultural, international environment
• Strong knowledge of women’s football and business management
• Budgeting and controlling experience
• Fluent in English (oral and written): German, French or Spanish would be an asset
• Willingness to live in Switzerland and to travel when required
• Ability to effectively monitor organisational performance and take decisive corrective action
• Ability to make key business decisions through critical problem-solving skills and to use sound judgement
• Strong communication skills and ability to communicate decisions both inside and outside the organisation
• Team player with very good planning and organisational skills
• Self-motivated, adaptable and a fast learner

How to apply

You can expect a highly motivated and helpful team working in a dynamic multicultural environment. If you have the necessary qualifications and are keen to work for an international organisation, please click on the link here to apply and submit your application in English (motivation letter, CV, diplomas and reference letters).
Only direct applications via our applicant tracking system will be considered (no agencies or applications via email/post please).

Vacancy: Business Development Manager

Club Doncaster is the brand that connects Doncaster’s elite sports teams and manages the delivery of events at Doncaster’s Keepmoat Stadium, and associated Elite Performance Centre and Sports Village.

We are more than just a Football Club with the Keepmoat Stadium home to our Sports College, Sports Foundation, Impact Social Action Group, Concerts & Rugby League Clubs.

The facility itself expands beyond match day. We are a hub for the community and multi sports venue, we pride ourselves on working together across the Club Doncaster to engage and host our local teams and activities.

We look to recruit people with the desire to work within all areas of Club Doncaster who demonstrate integrity, compassion, pride, honesty and a desire to continuously improve themselves and those around them.

We are currently looking for looking for an exceptional candidate to join the business in the newly created role of Business Development Manager, working across the Club Doncaster Business.

The appointed candidate will play a significant part in supporting the Head of Commercial deliver the sponsorship and commercial KPI’s across the business.

Applicants should be hard working, committed and have a keen interest in growing the Club Doncaster reputation and brand across all areas of work.

The Role

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for delivering all appropriate sales and business-to-business related targets across the organisation, retaining current business and exploiting all new opportunities.

Successful applicants, should have demonstrable experience in sales, preferably within an elite sporting club or venue, and be able to grow the department to its fullest potential grasping new opportunities and maintaining excellent existing relationships.

Skills required

• Experience of managing within a similar facility or demonstrable experience within an comparable venue / elite sporting environment.

• Experience in monitoring and managing departmental budgets

• Awareness of the elite sports culture

• Ability to manage conflicting and changing priorities

• Excellent communication skills

• Have excellent attention to detail.

• Demonstrable evidence of exceeding sales targets consistently.

• Understanding and knowledge of the local and national business market in respect of sponsorship agreements.

Personal qualities

• Be able to work in a professional and responsible manner when dealing with a variety of Management levels and departments.

• Flexible in relation to working hours and event commitments

• Punctual and have an excellent record of attendance.

• Willing to learn and committed to achieving high standards within their work.

• Good leadership skills

• Flexible in their approach to working hours

• Ability to manage and maintain excellent external and internal working relationships

Successful applicants may be required to undertake further checks in relation to their identity and criminal disclosures.

Club Doncaster is an equal opportunities employer and is keen to here from all persons who feel that this would be the right role for them regardless of age or gender.

How to apply

If you would like to apply for the role please submit your CV and cover letter to HR manager Kirsty Cavanagh at kirsty.cavanagh@clubdoncaster.co.uk or write to: Kirsty Cavanagh, Keepmoat Stadium, Stadium Way, Doncaster DN4 5JW

The closing date for applications is Friday 17 August 2018, however Club Doncaster reserve the right to cease applications for this post at an earlier time.

Vacancy: Events and Training Assistant

Contract type: Fixed term for 12 months / Full time
Reports to: Premier League Charitable Fund Executive Assistant
Responsible for: Delivering events and workforce development opportunities
Location: Premier League Charitable Fund, 30 Gloucester Place, London, W1U 8PL

Overview
As part of a growing team, this role is instrumental in ensuring the Premier League Charitable Fund (PLCF) delivers a high quality programme of events and training to Programme participants and Club Community Organisations (CCOs) that the PLCF funds. You will be responsible for supporting across the team to plan and deliver events including tournaments, festivals, training and professional development.

Within the Premier League Charitable Fund (PLCF) you will have responsibility for event logistics, timetabling, liaison with event partners including venues, delivery partners, programme co-ordinators, participants and others. You will report to an experienced PLCF team member, who will help to guide you, but you will need to manage logistics including delegates joining instructions and follow up information, ensuring everyone involved in the events has a smooth and enjoyable experience. You will help to create programmes for innovative and exciting events which will deliver once in a lifetime opportunities. This will range from national football and sporting tournaments to Trophy Tours at individual schools.

You will need to enjoy working as part of a team, at pace and often under pressure, and you will be passionate about the power of football to change lives. You will need to be highly organised, an excellent communicator, and able to get on with people at all levels and from all walks of life.

Who we are
Established in 2010, the PLCF is one of the biggest sports charities in the world, with an annual budget in excess of £35m. The independent charity supports Club Community Organisations (CCOs) in delivering high quality projects and evidences its success to key stakeholders.

Aligned with the Premier League (PL) Communities strategy, the PLCF is highly ambitious and aims to create positive and lasting sporting, social, health and education outcomes for a wide range of beneficiaries, especially children and young people. The PLCF team supports and inspires impactful work via 92+ CCOs, including those in the PL and English Football League (EFL). In turn, their work directly benefits more than 500,000 individuals at thousands of community venues and schools each year.

The role
• Management of event logistics including invitations, bookings, delegate management (before and after events) and trainer liaison for PLCF events and training sessions;
• Administrative and logistical support to ensure the safe and successful delivery of PLCF events including PL Kicks Cup, PLPS Tournament, Disability and Girls Festivals, Enterprise Challenge etc;
• Preparation in the run up to events (invitations, event materials, brochures etc, badges, goody bags, delivery of kit and equipment etc) and on the day (registration duties, participant and guest management, venue liaison, etc);
• Co-ordination of evaluation and feedback from events and training, collation of findings for lessons learned reports;
• Production and maintenance of training calendar and monthly/6 weekly training update – to include PLCF events and events run by others – Charity Commission, NCVO etc;
• Booking venues, travel and accommodation for events and training as required;
• Processing and managing invoices in relation to events and WFD;
• Support co-ordination and delivery of twice annual programme co-ordinator events for each programme (delivering in support of Programme leads who would develop programme but delegate logistics).

Requirements for the role
• Experience of working on events or in a customer facing role
• Ability to communicate well to a range of audiences, and using different mediums, with written skills to an excellent standard
• Good numeracy and financial management and budgeting experience
• Project management skills, including the ability to manage a complex network of stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal, influencing and relationship management skills
• Team player with excellent planning and organisational ability.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, make sound judgement calls and solve problems
• High level of computer proficiency, particularly with MS Office packages
• Willingness to travel within England and Wales
• Satisfactory enhanced DBS check

Nice-to-haves for the role
• Knowledge of event management systems and software (Eventbrite etc)
• Football and sport knowledge / interest

The Premier League Charitable Fund is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. All appointments will be made based on merit.

How to apply
To apply please email hr@premierleague.com with your CV and cover letter. The closing date for applications is Monday 20 August 2018.

Vacancy: Head of Communications and Stakeholder Engagement

Position: Head of Communications and Stakeholder Engagement, Sports Grounds Safety Authority
Start Date: As soon as possible
Appointment type: Permanent
Grade: Grade 7
Salary: £48,169 – £56,243
Manager of post: Martyn Henderson, Interim Chief Executive
Location: SGSA HQ, London Blackfriars
Flexible working: The SGSA supports flexible working, with the option to work from home for 1 or 2 days per week. Job share arrangements would also be considered.

About the SGSA
The SGSA (formerly the Football Licensing Authority) is the UK Government’s expert body on spectator safety at sports grounds. Set up after the Hillsborough disaster, our purpose is to ensure sports grounds are safe for everyone. Every weekend we help millions people enjoy watching football and other sports in a safe and secure environment.

To achieve this, we work with the 92 Football clubs in the Premier League and the Football League, Wembley Stadium and Principality Stadium, as well as local authorities, the Premier League, the Football League and the FA to ensure safety is prioritised. We write guidance including the Guide to Safety at Sports Grounds (“the Green Guide”) and carry out a range of statutory functions in relation to football in England and Wales and advisory functions in relation to other sports both within the UK and internationally. Our core statutory functions are set out in the Football Spectators Act 1989 and the Sports Grounds Safety Authority Act 2011. We have an important statutory responsibility to regulate local authorities in their oversight of safety at the 92 football clubs in the Premier League and the  Football League, and at Wembley and the Principality Stadium football grounds. We also issue licences to those 94 stadia to enforce the Government’s all-seater policy.

The UK’s expertise on sports ground safety is respected globally. Our core guidance document, the Green Guide, is used internationally by stadia designers, architects and others working in sport safety and is considered to set the standard in safety at sports grounds. We are publishing a new sixth edition of the Guide later this year.

The SGSA is an arms’ length body of around 20 people with an annual budget of around £1.5 million. We are a small, dynamic team with London HQ at Blackfriars and other inspectorate staff working from home across the country.

Current context
In 2011 the Sports Grounds Safety Authority Act enabled us to provide advice to sports other than football, and to countries around the world. Over the last five years we have expanded our work with other sports in the UK and explored international opportunities working with countries including Australia, Uruguay and Brazil on projects to provide advice on safety at sports grounds whilst continuing to perform our regulatory role in the UK.

On 1st February 2016 we published a new organisational strategy. This reflects the Government’s aspiration for us to generate income including taking a more commercial approach to providing our advisory services to off-set the organisation’s costs and reduce the grant-in-aid funding we receive. The strategy is clear that in becoming more commercial we will not compromise our core values of integrity and independence, which are an important organisational strength.

We will be a non-profit organisation, generating income which is reinvested in our front line services. To achieve this, we are growing our international and advisory work in a more commercial way.

Last year we consulted on a wider understanding of the definition of safety in relation to the scope of safety certificates issued by local authorities to football grounds. This widened the previously understood scope to include protection from the risks of terrorist activity, among other things. We are working closely with local authorities and the football sector to embed this approach. Persistent standing in seated areas is an issue of significant concern to the SGSA.

We are concerned about the safety challenges of large numbers of spectators standing in seated areas, which are not designed for standing. This is a longstanding issue in the sector and in the last year we have been focussing on the issue and seeking a way forward for the resolution of the safety risks it presents.

The Government’s all-seater policy has been under increased scrutiny in recent months, culminating in a debate in Parliament on 25th June. At this debate the Sports Minister, Tracey Crouch MP, announced that Government would be commissioning an external analysis of the evidence in relation to the all-seater policy. The scope of the work will be defined in conjunction with the SGSA.

In April 2019 it will be 30 years since the Hillsborough disaster, in which 96 football supporters lost their lives. This is a significant landmark for the sector and for the SGSA, as the organisation set up after that disaster to improve standards of safety at sports grounds.

Role details
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a delivery environment leading on communications and marketing. You will work directly to the Chief Executive, overseeing a fast-paced programme of work which will see you responsible for the strategic planning and delivery of external communications and stakeholder activity. Working at the heart of a small, flexible organisation, you will use your strong communications skills to help create safe and enjoyable experiences for football and other sports fans across England and Wales.

The successful applicant’s responsibilities will include:
• Leading on external communications activity, providing strategic communications advice to the Chief Executive and Board.
• Developing and implementing the communications plan to support delivery of the SGSA strategy.
• Leading the delivery of the SGSA flagship conference. Developing the programme content, engaging speakers and working with external partner to promote and deliver the event.
• Developing a content plan, creating content for relevant channels to support communications objectives and thought leadership in safety.
• Managing the brand, embedding refreshed brand identity and brand proposition across the organisation.
• Managing external affairs, responding to media enquiries and acting as a spokesperson for the organisation in accordance with agreed protocols.
• Continuing oversight of the development and implementation of a new website. Develop and implement digital strategy to include external and internal communications and support the Government’s digital agenda.
• Management of a communications and admin officer.
• Working with the Head of Business Development to develop marketing plans and materials to promote sales of guidance documents and other commercial services.
• Developing, influencing and fostering effective relationships with a range of external stakeholders including football bodies, local authorities, football supporter organisations, trade bodies and government departments.
• Developing a strategic engagement plan to lead a project to raise the strategic profile of safety at football grounds.
• Developing a stakeholder survey and any other relevant research in order to provide further insight in to communications and engagement activity
• Seeking best value across all activity and deliver more for less by managing resources and maximising use of assets.
• Being a core member of the organisation’s Executive Team, which has responsibility for leading the organisation and delivering the strategy.
• Other ad-hoc communications work as it arises.

There will also be opportunities to get involved in other areas of the organisation’s activities, including policy, commercial activity, risk management and business planning. The SGSA is a small organisation with many opportunities to get involved in a diverse range of activities. We are very happy to discuss how we can tailor the role to individual’s development priorities.

Skills and competencies

The following competencies are essential for the role and are linked to the framework for all professional communicators in government:
• Seeing the big picture: In order to come to the right outcomes for the SGSA the successful applicant will need to have a good understanding of the wider political context and will be able to keep abreast of issues and opportunities in the sector.
• Changing and improving: In order to be effective, the applicant will need to effectively capture, utilise and share stakeholder insights and views to better understand the needs of the each group and adapt communications activity accordingly.
• Making effective decisions: The successful applicant will need to be able to analyse and evaluate pros and cons and identify risks in order to make decisions that take account of the wider context.
• Leading and communicating: In order to be effective, the successful applicant will need to give a clear sense of direction and purpose for communications, confidently engaging with internal and external stakeholders and generate a commitment to achieving goals. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a robust knowledge of the media landscape and ability to influence the media agenda, to lead on the use of digital and social media to engage with stakeholders and encourage wider participation. They will demonstrate excellent written and verbal communications skills and set standards for communications, provide editorial control and ensure appropriate messaging, tone and consistency applied to all communications.
• Collaborating and partnering: The successful applicant will build ongoing relationships with key stakeholders. Ensure communications objectives support business objectives.
• Delivering at pace: The successful applicant will need to deliver a complex programme of work to challenging timescales. The successful candidate will need to hit the ground running.

In addition, applicants will benefit from having:
• Extensive experience of working within an ALB or with central Government;
• A high degree of self-motivation and a positive, proactive approach to contributing as part of a team.

Applicants to do not need to have technical safety expertise or a background in safety at sports grounds.

How to apply
For a conversation about the role, please contact Daniel Heath at Daniel.heath@sgsamail.org.uk 

To apply for this role please provide:
• Your CV detailing relevant experience; and
• A two-page statement of suitability for the role, setting out how you meet the skills and competencies set out above. It should also explain why you are interested in the role.

Sifted candidates will be invited to interview. Feedback will only be provided to candidates who are interviewed.

Other terms and conditions
Civil Service terms and conditions apply, analogous with those of staff at the Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Hours of work: 36 hours per week not including meal breaks
Annual leave provision: 25 days plus public and privilege days
Pension arrangements: Principle Civil Service Pension Scheme

Vacancy: Customer Relationship Manager

Football INDEX is one of the most exciting start-ups in the football and gaming industries today, having established a Tradable Market in Football by issuing Virtual Shares in the World’s Top Players.

Based in London office you will report directly to the CRM Manager. You will have significant input into designing a truly unique approach for our growing community of football traders with specific focus on our high-end customers. You will also be required to assist in creating and executing communication strategies.

The successful applicant will be responsible for strengthening the relationship with the current VIP Clientele as well as identifying and acquiring new VIP Customers.

Key Responsibilities and Objectives
• Manage VIP and prospective VIP relationships on a daily basis; promotional and relationship building calls, videos and live chats.
• Being a personal contact point for VIP players, contactable over phone, email and potentially social media applications, you will provide exceptional customer service.
• Generate and organise weekly potential, active, lapsing or lapsed VIP lists for contact and contact them in a timely and appropriate manner with appropriate offers and treatment.
• Gather feedback and constantly look to improve the VIP offering.
• Assist in developing VIP incentive and communication strategy.
• Owning and resolving complaints with a focus on first contact resolution.
• Track and report on the performance of VIP players against agreed targets.
• Assist in creating and executing email, sms, recorded calls and direct mail campaigns across multiple segments.
• You will communicate with internal departments such as CRM, Social Media, Customer Service and Design to help execute campaigns and optimise the VIP communication process.

Essential Skills and Experience
• Outstanding knowledge of the world’s top football leagues and players
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills
• Proven, relevant customer focused work experience
• Extremely well presented at all times
• Bubbly personality with excellent communication skills (written and verbal), understanding the importance of maintaining relationships and establishing trust throughout every customer interaction
• Strong organisational skills and an ability to work autonomously

How to apply

Applications for this position should be sent to Angela Cameron via email at careers@footballindex.co.uk 

Vacancy: Creative

COPA90 is the world’s largest independent football media business, a distributed media network that reaches more than 70 million fans around the world. It is the definitive youth media brand for football.

COPA90 believes that football is the universal language. It defines the football agenda. It entertains, informs and celebrates football and its fans in ways they love and the places they live.

Get a flavour of COPA90 by clicking here.

DESCRIPTION
COPA90 is seeking a passionate, ambitious and creative individual to join its award winning team. You will be reporting to the Head of Creative and working with the strategic and wider editorial and content teams. You will have the opportunity to work with COPA90 teams in London, New York and LA and contribute overall towards our expansion of the COPA90 brand globally.

From pitch through to delivery you will be responsible for the creative development, selling-in and execution of engaging and integrated, multi-platform football campaigns that orbit the COPA90 channels and platforms for some of the World’s most influential brands in football and beyond, for example, Adidas, Pepsi, Uber, the FA and FIFA.

SKILLS

• Creating new ideas from scratch or based on complex, ambiguous briefs and/or brand positioning
• Conducting competitive research and critical analysis
• Copywriting with brevity, energy, and clarity
• Ability to communicate concepts and approaches clearly and confidently either through creating deck proposals (using Keynote) or in face-to-face meetings
• Providing critical, constructive feedback to creative design, writing and production teams
• Maintaining positive collaboration with a network of teams and stakeholders

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Involvement in articulation, development, packaging and pitching of ideas to clients
• Working with clients, and their briefs to develop creative solutions to brand challenges
• Lead multiple projects from conception to completion
• Provide quality control over concepts and projects
• Briefing and directing content makers (directors, storyboard artists, illustrators, animators, talent, cameramen and editors)
• Edit and delivery oversight across multiple deliverables
• Mentoring and managing apprentices and junior members of the creative team, specifically junior graphic designers and copywriters
• Providing effective performance management: set clear goals for your team, provide regular feedback on performance and conduct a formal appraisal at the conclusion of the fiscal year
• Desire to constantly explore new educational opportunities and expand your levels of professional experience
• Build and maintain a professional network of creatives to help COPA90 deliver diverse and best in class creative work

REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a thorough understanding of social networks and online video platforms
• Must have a love of football and football culture
• Demonstrable portfolio / project experience that includes digital and multiplatform elements
• Knowledge of platform optimisation
• Knowledge of typical delivery processes; strategic, creative, production and post-production
• Examples of projects that have been delivered from concept to completion
• Willingness to work alongside adjacent internal departments to build and iterate successful commercial campaigns (e.g. data, audience development, distribution)
• Willingness to work outside of the usual 9AM-6PM shift cycle and closer to the football calendar e.g. later starts and finishes on UEFA Champions League nights
• Willingness to regularly travel across the UK and abroad
• Ability to work unsupervised – working with initiative to take on responsibility and proactively problem solve
• Ability to think strategically
• Experience working in a creative role at a production company/advertising agency or equivalent content media business is desirable
• Experience creating/ideating events and live experiences is a bonus
• A network of creative freelancers to help deliver against specific project requirements is desirable but not essential
• Ability to work with Adobe Creative Suite to a basic level is desirable but not essential

The right candidate will be ambitious. They will be excited by the idea of joining a media start-up that has the ambition to change the face of sports media and become part of a team dead set on building the definitive, global, youth media brand for football.

HOW TO APPLY

Please click on the link here to apply for this position.

Vacancy: Casual Academy Therapist

An exciting opportunity has become available within the Academy at Watford Football Club on a casual basis for Season 2018/19. We are looking for Therapists to be a part of a forward-thinking medical team providing first aid and trauma assistance at training sessions and matches for Academy players aged between 6 and 16 year old.

You may be required to attend evenings and weekends and be prepared to travel to various locations depending on fixtures. In addition, you will be expected to attend and contribute to regular Continuous Professional Development events.

The successful candidate will enjoy working as part of a team, be enthusiastic, hardworking, and be flexible to the requirements of the position and the business.

Applicants should ideally live local to Watford or the surrounding areas and be UK/EU residents or non-residents with a valid UK work permit.

Essential requirements:
• Degree qualification (Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy, Sports Rehabilitation)
• Minimum Level 3 First Aid Qualification (FA BFAS or FA IFAS)
• Proof of Professional Registration (CSP, HCPC, SST, BASRaT)
• Valid FA Safeguarding Certificate (or working towards)

Desirable:
• Experience of working within a football Academy and understanding EPPP
• Full UK driving license

Application process:
1. Please download and complete the Club application form by clicking on the link here.
2. Please send completed application form, cover letter detailing why you would be suitable for the role, a copy of all required/essential qualifications, right to work in the UK documents and CV via email to hradmin@watfordfc.com or by post to HR Admin, Watford Football Club, Vicarage Road Stadium, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 0ER.

Watford Football Club is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
The necessary Disclosure and Barring Service check will apply to this post. Please note due to the high volume of applicants, only those successful for interview will be contacted.

Vacancy: Business Services Officer (Football Workforce)

Role: Business Services Officer (Football Workforce)

Contract Type: Fixed Term until 30th June 2021

Hours per week: 35 hours – Typically 9am – 5pm hours

Salary: £18,000 - £22,000

Base: West Riding County FA Headquarters, Fleet Lane, Woodlesford, Leeds, LS26 8NX

This exciting position will lead the education of Coaches and Referees across West Yorkshire.

Having focused on our values and prioritised income diversification in our 2015-18 strategy, we are have galvanized the professional workforce and Board to deliver a unified service to our participants and strengthened our balance sheet by investing in commercial ventures that bring the communities of West Yorkshire closer to the business. The introduction of a new National Game Strategy (2018-2021), a complete HQ refurbishment and the completion of an internal staffing restructure, has energised us to deliver an excellent service to our grassroots football community.

This fantastic opportunity reports directly to the Football Development Manager and offers the right candidate the chance to drive a culture of innovation, creativity and excellent customer engagement through successful management of the Football Workforce Education Programme. The role will also require the successful candidate to undertake several of the department’s key functions, namely the management and delivery of the accredited course programme  for Coaches and Referees.

We are looking for a process driven individual who is proficient in data management and interpretation. The BSO needs to possess an inquisitive attitude to data anomalies using trouble shooting methods to solve data queries. The successful individual will have a primary focus on delivering and operating outstanding processes, with an overall desire to provide a professional and effective service to our Participants.

How to apply
If you want to be part of a vibrant, enthusiastic and committed team and have a passion for customer excellence and delivery, we would love to hear from you.

You must be able to manage a diverse workload being able to prioritise work according to risk, opportunity and timeframes. You will also have experience of establishing and ensuring compliance with processes, people management, and an appreciation for County FA Football Rules, Regulations and Processes.

Candidates must be able to work both unsupervised and under their own initiative.

For further information on the role, please speak with Jo de Tute, Head of Football Development, on 0113 282 1222 Option 3 or email Joanne.deTute@westridingfa.com

To apply for this position, please complete and return the form ‘Application – Business Services Officer (Football Workforce)’ by clicking on the link here and return either via email to diane.horne@westridingfa.com including ‘Private and Confidential – YOUR NAME’ in the subject title, or via post marked ‘Private and Confidential’ to West Riding FA, Fleet Lane, Woodlesford, Leeds, LS26 8NX.

Equality and Diversity

We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. To ensure our recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that we maintain a diverse workforce profile, we ask applicants to complete a Diversity Monitoring Form to enable us to collate anonymised data, which helps us to monitor the diversity profile of all our job applicants.

Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults

As this role involves direct access to young people under the age of 18 and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will undergo a thorough screening process to ensure their suitability for the role, which will include a Criminal Records Check.