College Sport Coordinator

University of Cambridge Sports Service

  • Cambridge
  • £31,236-35,608 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 hours ago
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a College Sport Coordinator to support University and College Sports Clubs with the coordination and delivery of recreational student sports programmes, competitions and events. The role holder will work with a range of stakeholders to ensure a collaborative approach to growing participation levels in teams, leagues and cup competitions.The role holder will coordinate and support delivery of a sustainable, flexible, safe and enjoyable college sport programme. The programmes provide regular training and playing opportunities for all players and promotes lifelong participation in sport and physical activity. The post holder will act as key liaison between University Sports Clubs, Colleges and other key stakeholders across University and the wider community, to promote participation, ensure playing compliance and to further opportunities which enhance the student and player experience (i.e. funding, participation and player welfare).The role holder will have a keen interest in sport with specific experience through coordinating sports programmes in relation to fixture administration, sport development and team organisation. They will support the College Sport programmes incorporating a wide range of sports, including rugby union, football, hockey, netball, lacrosse, tennis, badminton, squash, volleyball, rowing and much more.This is a full-time, permanent position working 36.5 hours per week, Monday to Sunday variable shift pattern to suit operational and business needs.Required Skills and Qualifications:
Educated to GCSE Level and HND, HNC, level 4/5 vocational qualifications or equivalent level of practical experience.Applicants should have experience of:
  • Coordinating, delivering and supporting programmes for students, student groups, sports clubs and/or volunteers.
  • Experience of working in collaboration with a range of stakeholders to deliver projects and activity programmes.
  • Experience of governance and operational arrangements within sport, including safety and welfare policies and procedures.
The role-holder will require strong administrative skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to details and with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely on the telephone, in writing, and in person at all levels both internally and externally, including giving presentations. Experience with using social media platforms is also required along with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages. Experience of using web and App based systems/technology would be desirable although training can be provided where required.For a full Job Description and Person Specification, please see the Further Particulars of the role.How to applyTo apply for this position, please submit your application via our web recruitment system to register an online account. Applications can only be accepted via this system. https://www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/college-sport-coordinator-dg47132

University of Cambridge Sports Service