Club Development Officer

Background

Birmingham has a proud and illustrious sporting history and we are looking to appoint a Club Development Officer (CDO) to continue this tradition. The CDO plays a key role in the delivery and development of student sport through the provision of an efficient and effective support service to all sports clubs, particularly in providing long term sustainable development of the sports club infrastructure to enhance the University of Birmingham’s commitment to enhancing the student experience.

Main Duties

• Develop and co-ordinate training programmes for committee members (with particular focus on team captains) with the aim of increasing the quality of service provided by each club, including annual club committee training.
• Support the management of sports club financial issues, forecasting and monitoring income and expenditure, working with the Club Development Manager to review budgets and provide budget recommendations for the following financial year.
• To support clubs in researching and applying for appropriate funding to support club development programmes.
• To work closely with NGBs implementing appropriate programmes and initiatives.
• To assist and work with the Guild of Students, elected Sports Officer, and Guild Sports Societies to ensure consistency in approach to club development and opportunities for participation.
• To manage disciplinary issues raised with club members after consultation with the Club Development Manager and the Sports Officer. Collate reports and evidence outlining key points of incidents which may occur.
• To attend BUCS regional meetings, BUCS Conference and any other meetings and events as necessary.
• To be responsible for effective communication between UBS and all relevant partners and stakeholders.
• To ensure sport club webpages contain up to date and relevant information.

Person Specification

• GCSE Maths and English (minimum Grade C/4) or equivalent level 2 qualifications.
• An in-depth understanding of BUCS rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of student sport and the complexities of working in a student environment.
• Good understanding of National Governing Body competition structures and delivery methods.
• Understanding of equity and diversity relating to sporting provision.
• Motivational and mentoring skills, including empathy of working in a student environment.
• Ability and track record of working as part of a busy team and working effectively under pressure to tight deadlines.
• A commitment to the development of sport at all levels and an understanding of the sports development process.
• Effective problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain an environment of winning and success.
• IT skills including competence in the use Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Commitment towards Continuing Professional Development.
• Extensive experience in administrating sports clubs within these structures.
• Experience of successfully leading others, preferably in both direct supervision of other paid employees and of volunteers.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Understands the importance of equality and diversity in the workplace.
• Ability to identify and respond to equality and diversity issues in line with relevant policies and procedures.

Informal enquires can be made to Amy Preston [email protected]

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