Participation Programmes Co-ordinator

• To be accountable for driving sustained growth in participation through our programmes and campaigns

• To effectively manage the communication and relationships with our workforce of volunteers and trained Leaders 

• To provide remote support to the network of affiliated clubs, public facilities and universities that sign up to deliver our programmes and campaigns

• To co-ordinate a new ‘Leader recognition programme’ to be implemented across our programmes

• To take responsibility for the monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment of each programme and campaign

• To develop and maintain relationships with the network of key local deliverers to share updates and best practice

• To work with the network of key local deliverers to create content for England Squash to publish and communicate to a wider audience

• Maintaining databases of contacts and organising engagement opportunities as appropriate

• Supporting and playing an active role in the Participation Team and contributing towards the objectives of the ‘Game Changer’ participation strategy

• To oversee distribution and management of resources, equipment or funding offers linked to programmes and campaigns 

• Educated to degree level in a relevant field

• Evidence of self-driven CPD

• Full UK driving license

• A proven track record of success in a relevant field

• A strong understanding of the key elements of a customer facing organisation 

• An excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and using websites, social media and online meeting software

• Knowledge of the community sports sector and the evolving ways in which people consume sport and physical activity

• Knowledge of the organisation of sport in England

• An understanding of budget management

• An understanding of the structure of squash in England

• Project management and planning skills

• The ability to use and interpret data to analyse trends to support decision making and produce reports

• Strong communication skills, verbal and written

• A can do attitude, tenacious with the ability to see things through and get the job done

• Attention to detail

• Strong prioritisation skills

Experience 

Essential

Desirable

• Wider knowledge of health and community agendas e.g. within local authorities

• Coordinator level experience in a sporting setting

• Experience of sourcing and securing external revenue through funding, grants or sponsorship

• Experience in facilitating discussions or meetings and presenting information to audiences

• A team player with a positive, solution-focused approach

• Approachable and reliable 

• Energy, commitment and enthusiasm

• Must enjoy working with people and be customer focused

• Flexible approach to work and able and willing to work outside normal office hours 

View the full job description and download the application form on our website: https://www.englandsquash.com/about-us/careers/job-vacancy-participation-programmes-co-ordinator 

To apply, please submit your application form and CV to Hannah Port, Project Support Co-ordinator: hannah.port@englandsquash.com

For an informal discussion, please contact Mark Williams, Director of Participation on 07918 775423.