Sport Development Coordinator - Clubs

Job Description Job DescriptionSport Development Coordinator - ClubsRequisition Id: 311Job Location: Gateway HouseFull-time/Part-time: Full-timeEmployee Weekly Hours: 37.00Maximum Salary: 31,236.00 GBPMinimum Salary: 26,707.00 GBPMarket Supplement:Application Closing Date: 07/12/2025Job Description:Main duties and responsibilitiesOverall purpose of the roleTo coordinate and support the club development programme to meet DMUs strategic aims of increasing participation in sport among students and assist with improving DMUs success in offering opportunities within sport for all students. This involves working with DMUs Sport Development Officer Clubs and Sports Club committees to continue to facilitate improvement in all areas including club management, club & student development and student participation across DMUsport activity.Main Duties And ResponsibilitiesProvide specialist support to student club committees and provide an outstanding student experience for all club members; for example: Supporting clubs on planning and achieving short term and long term Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) through club development plans. Mentoring and leadership, where appropriate. Facilitating DMU students participation in relevant opportunities. Complete sport club programme related administrative tasks Facilitating one off club events and additional development opportunitiesAdministrate use of activity booking platforms and logistics, and provide reports as requested by DMUsport staffWork in conjunction with other colleagues on the planning and delivery of the annual training programme for committee membersTo support the club Development Officer Clubs in ensuring that all activities delivered are safe and undertaken within departmental, university and national governing bodies health and safety guideline through administration of first aid arrangements.Support the implementation of long and short-term development plans for all DMUsport clubs and develop the implementation of DMUsport Club Development Plans.Promote sport at DMU, both to current and prospective students, as well as the public.Work with Sport Development Officer Clubs to manage own project budgets effectively and undertake other administration of financial processes as and when required i.e. Transport, equipment purchase, external venue hire.Build and maintain strong relationships with relevant colleagues, including sports clubs, leisure staff and some external stakeholders.Support on other projects to meet the objectives of the department.This role is on a full time basis (37 hours per week), fixed term until end of June 2026.Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate will be an organised, proactive individual with experience supporting or delivering sports club development programmes and a strong understanding of sport development principles, particularly around increasing participation. They will be confident building relationships with students, colleagues and external partners, and able to communicate effectively with people of varying perspectives and levels of sporting knowledge. With strong administrative skills and the ability to manage budgets, logistics and reporting, they will bring enthusiasm for enhancing the student sport experience and supporting club committees to grow and succeed. A commitment to equality, inclusivity and providing a positive, safe environment for all students is essential.For more infromation about the role please click here to view the job description and person specification. ContactFor more information about this role, please contact Jack Melia, [email protected] to DetailTime ManagementCommunicationProblem-SolvingCollaborationAdaptabilityHonest and CompassionateCommunity MindedOrganisationPositive Work EthicTeamwork

Created: 2025-12-04