Job Description
Club Development and Governance Manager | Leicestershire | £44,000 - £48,000
Macildowie are delighted to be partnering with Swim England for an exciting opportunity as Club Development and Governance Manager
This is a newly created role specifically focusing on the Club Development side within Swim England and will be working alongside the newly formed Governance team to elevate the level of operation, following an overhaul of their approach so is a great time to join.
Organisation
Swim England is the recognised national governing body for swimming, artistic swimming, diving and water polo in England. They help people learn how to swim, enjoy the water safely, and maximise their potential in aquatic sport at every level - from grassroots participation to world-class performance.
They work with clubs, coaches, teachers and volunteers across the country to create safe, inclusive and inspiring aquatic environments. As a membership organisation and charity, they are committed to supporting the growth of their sports, promoting physical and mental wellbeing, and ensuring everybody has the opportunity to enjoy a lifelong love of the water. With strong governance, safeguarding and culture being central to ensuring clubs can grow and deliver great experiences for everyone.
Overview
- £44,000 - £48,000
- Willing to sponsor qualifications or CPD relating to the role
- 7% employer pension contribution
- 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Hybrid working with 2 days per week on site - Sport Park, Loughborough, LE11 3QF
Key Responsibilities
- Support the development and implementation of a national philosophy for club development and support
- Lead on the design and delivery of a new governance and compliance model for aquatic clubs.
- Develop and manage national programmes and initiatives focused on club governance, compliance and culture.
- Work closely with Swim England regions and safeguarding resources to deliver an aligned, joined-up offer for clubs.
- Collaborate with the Safe Aquatics team to deliver training, networking and learning opportunities for club volunteers
and committees.
- Operate within the wider NGB landscape, identifying and applying modern approaches to club development.
- Collaborate across directorates to ensure clubs play a central role in competitive aquatics and wider social agendas, including participation, health and tackling inequalities.
Requirements
- Experience within a medium/ large sport based organisation OR medium/ large charity including work with volunteers
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, confident presenting to groups and running workshops with varying level stakeholders
- Governance OR development experience ideally within a sporting setting
Desirable
- Proven experience designing and delivering national programmes that support grassroots club growth and transformation.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding, welfare and conduct frameworks, with experience implementing governance models.
- Experience collaborating with regional teams, national bodies and external partners.
- Experience leading cultural change across volunteers, committees and diverse stakeholder groups.
- Knowledge of the NGB landscape and modern approaches to club development and support.
If you meet all the requirements of this role and are interested in exploring further please apply by midnight 12th January as will be submitting the final shortlist on the morning of the 14th. If you are interested in finding out more please don't hesitate to get in touch.
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