Football Development Officer - East Riding

East Riding County Football Association is seeking to recruit a Football Development Officer to implement a strategic development programme within the County.

The position reports directly to the County Development Manager and the role encompasses the following areas:-

• Growth and retention – increasing and sustaining player participation.
• Raising standards – creating a safe and positive environment.
• Better players – developing better players with a focus on 5 -11 age group.
• Running the game – leading and governing the game efficiently.

To apply, you need to be of graduate calibre and have experience in sports development and an understanding of The FA’s National Game Strategy. You need to be passionate about and committed to the development of football at a local level.  You must be able to work under pressure, handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate both team working and the ability to work unsupervised.
 
Candidates should also have excellent interpersonal/ communication / presentation skills. You need also to have a current driving licence and also be able to work evenings and weekends.

This post is a fixed term contract until 30 June, 2011 with a view to it being extended. For further information on the role and a job description please phone Graham Turner 01482 221158 or find details on www.eastridingfa.com

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter with details of your current salary and your salary expectation for the role marked ‘Private and Confidential’ to: Chief Executive Officer, East Riding County Football Association, Roy West Centre, 220 Inglemire Lane, Hull, HU6 7TS.

The deadline for applications is 12 noon on 30 October, 2009.

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 10 November, 2009.

East Riding County FA are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.