County Development Manager - Lincolnshire FA

This position reports directly to the Chief Executive and will lead a team of development staff to co-ordinate and implement the National Game Strategy within the County.

The role encompasses the following areas:-

• Strategic planning.
• Managing a team of Football Development Staff.
• Delivery of the National Game Strategy – Which Includes:-

 Growth and retention – increasing participation.
 Raising standards – creating a safe and positive environment.
 Better players – developing better players with a focus on the 5-11 age group.
 Running the game – leading and governing the game efficiently.
 Facilities and investment – working with the Football Foundation and other investment partners to support priority applications for capital and revenue funding.

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. In addition, you must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to positively influence at all levels, have a proven track record of managing staff. You will also need to have a current driving licence and be able to work evenings and weekends.

For further information and a full job description please telephone 08449 670708 or find details on www.lincolnshirefa.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 the Chief Executive - Lincolnshire County Football Association. Deepdale Enterprise Park, Deepdale Lane, Nettleham. Lincoln. LN2 2LL

Closing date for applications is Friday 24 February 2012.

The Lincolnshire County Football Association is committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.