Marketing & Communications Officer Funding & Strategy Development Officer External bodies and organisations

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1 TITLE OF POST: SALARY: HOURS LOCATION: RESPONSIBLE TO: RESPONSIBLE FOR: LIAISES WITH: Football Development Officer Competitive 35 Hours a week Boston Football Development Manager Football Development Coaches Heads of Departments Marketing & Communications Officer Funding & Strategy Development Officer External bodies and organisations JOB PURPOSE Under the direction of the Football Development Manager, you will be responsible for implementing the organisation s Football Development programme To manage staff under the post-holder s responsibility to ensure that all Football development programmes are implemented and adhere to the strategic goals of the organisation. The employee will implement and support the development of a programme of football activity aimed at increasing people s participation in football. This will include the organisation of activities such as holiday courses, tournaments, Futsal, Girls/Womens, Beach Soccer and Player Development centres, as well as the delivery of coaching sessions when required. The employee will be charged with all aspects of planning, management, marketing, delivery and evaluation of the project; including liaising with key partners, ensuring the project is delivered in accordance where applicable with funding applications and service level agreement concerns. The employee will also ensure that all work undertaken is delivered in accordance with all policies and procedures of United in the Community. Duties and Responsibilities Football Development To coordinate UITC s Player Development Centres

2 To coordinate UITC s Girls/Womens Activities To coordinate UITC s Tiny Pilgrims Programme To coordinate UITC s Young Pilgrims Programme To coordinate UITC s Futsal Programme To coordinate UITC s Football Fun Days through the school holidays Coach at Football Development activities throughout the whole programme To promote the football opportunities offered by UITC in order to achieve high participation rates by both boys and girls in activities. To work in partnership with other agencies to support this work, including the Lincolnshire Sports Partnerships and the Lincs FA. To explore and develop football development activities in line with the Football Development Strategy. To forge links with community clubs to aid both talent identification opportunities and for sign-posting on individuals not accessing Boston United development pathways. To work with Community Scheme staff to ensure all coaching activities are in line with the development programme and content supports the progression pathway. General To work with partner organisations and the Football Development Manager, Funding & Strategy Development Officer to identify further funding or commissioning opportunities to continue and develop the Football Development projects. To assist the Football Development Manager with his duties and step in to that role in their absence. Line Manage the Football Development coaches and Volunteers Conduct reviews and appraisals for the above Other Undertake other duties as required ensuring efficient work on behalf of the United in the Community team.

3 Control of Resources Equipment Manage United in the Community s equipment which is necessary for the delivery of the Football Development projects. Volunteers The employee is to assist the Football Development Manager to recruit and manage volunteers throughout the life of the project. Monitoring and Evaluation The employee is to assist the Football Development Manager in the production of the necessary reports recording participants and attendances at project activities, delivered by United in the Community s Football Development Projects. Financial The employee is responsible for budgetary control relating to expenditure on the project, in accordance with any funding applications and the financial regulations and procedures of United in the Community and Boston United Community Football Club. The employee is responsible for overseeing the collection of all money from its projects and completing the organisations pay in forms which is then submitted to the administrator for banking. Health/Safety/Welfare The employee is responsible for the health, safety and welfare of themselves and others whilst at work in accordance with the United in the Community Health & Safety Policy. Equal Opportunities The employee is required to work in accordance with the United in the Community policy relating to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity. Training & Development The employee is responsible for assisting in the identification of their own training and development requirements.

4 Personal Specification Knowledge The position requires an understanding of the principles of Football/sports development and the FA s National Game Strategy. Experience Sports coaching, sports development and partnership working experience is required, as demonstrated by: Experience of coaching and working with a variety of people in both educational and community settings Evidence of good partnership working at a local level with a range of organisations Evidence of presentation experience (for example meetings, training, conferences and events). Qualifications A minimum FA Level 2 Coaching qualification or above First Aid Qualified Child Protection Trained A member of the FA Licenced Coaches Club Commitment to continuous professional development and willingness to undertake training where necessary Skills and abilities The skills and abilities required in order to fulfil the role include: Strong planning, organisational and time-management skills The ability to work under their own initiative and be pro-active in driving the project forward Working as part of a team Strong written, analytical and communication skills Working within and monitoring budgetary constraints in line with the project funding sources IT literate, including MS Office knowledge

5 Good interpersonal skills both in terms of negotiations, presentations and communicating with a range of people and partners The ability to manage and lead meetings with key partner organisations. Any Special Conditions of Service: The post holder must: Have a clean enhanced CRB check Hold a valid UK full, clean driving licence. Have access to a car To at all times represent Boston United Football Club and United in the Community in a professional manner regarding to presentation, personal hygiene, attitude, conduct and professionalism. To wear and maintain the uniform provided and where possible further promote the activities and service provided & promote the brand of Boston United. Be able to work flexible and unsociable hours where the role of the job requires (including evenings, weekends and public holidays where appropriate). Undertake such additional responsibilities as required, which are commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post. This job description describes responsibilities, as they are currently required. It is anticipated duties will change over time and the job description may need to be reviewed in the future.