The Guernsey Football Association LBG is seeking to recruit a Football Development Officer to implement a strategic development programme within the County.

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 and should also have excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.

You need also to have a current driving licence and also be able to work evenings and weekends.

Guernsey residential qualifications require that the post holder has a valid Right to Work document and a Housing Licence. The Housing Licence will be for a period of five years and is conditional upon the applicant remaining in employment during that period with the Guernsey Football Association LBG.

For further information regarding residential status, we strongly recommend that applicants review the States of Guernsey website on www.gov.gg before applying.

Further details about the game in Guernsey can be viewed on www.guernseyfa.com

For further information on the role and to obtain a job description please phone Neil Laine on 01481 200443 or contact him via e mail on neil.laine@guernseyfa.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: Neil Laine, County Secretary, Guernsey Football Association, Corbet Field, St. Sampsons, Guernsey, GY2 4FG.

Closing date: 11 June 2008

Interviews will take place on 3 July 2008

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