Job Description
The Scottish FA is looking for a Competitions & Football Services Officer to provide administrative support across all competitions, including the Men’s and Women’s Scottish Cups, Youth Cup, and UEFA Club Competitions.
If you are passionate about football and skilled in administration this could be the role for you.
Amongst other things, you will:
If you are passionate about football and skilled in administration this could be the role for you.
Amongst other things, you will:
- Manage the Friendly Match application process.
- Assist with reviewing competition formats and rules.
- Administer Football Agent matters in line with FIFA and Scottish FA regulations.
- Support other Football Governance areas as required.
What we’re looking for
- Strong administration experience and excellent organisational skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Competent in MS Office and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
- A positive, team-oriented approach and attention to detail.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Scottish football.
- Experience with regulatory administration and online systems.
The role is based in Barclays Hampden. We follow an hybrid working pattern but in this role you may also occasionally need to visit clubs across the country, therefore a full driving licence is required.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide administrative support to the Competitions Manager across all functions of the Competitions Department.
• Assist the Competitions Manager with the efficient administration of the Scottish FA competitions functions including the Men’s Scottish Cup, Scottish FA Youth Cup, CAS 19s League, and UEFA Club Competitions.
• Provide effective administration of the Women’s Scottish Cup and Women’s UEFA Club Competitions.
• Primary responsibility for the administration of the Friendly Match application process.
• Assist with the annual review of the format and rules of the Men’s Scottish Cup, Women’s Scottish Cup and Scottish FA Youth Cup competitions.
• Manage and administer Football Agent matters in line with both FIFA’s and the Scottish FA’s Football Agent Regulations.
• Provide administrative support to other areas of the Football Governance functions, as directed by the Head of Football Governance.
Any other reasonable duties as directed by the Competitions Manager or Head of Football Governance
About Scottish Football Association
The Scottish Football Association (also known as the Scottish FA) is the governing body of football in Scotland. Members of the Scottish FA include clubs in Scotland, affiliated national and local associations. It was formed in 1873, making it the second oldest national football association in the world.
Our vision is to harness the power of football to inspire the nation, transform lives and build a united and successful game. Through our Strategy our commitment is to build on the successes of our men’s and women’s national teams, our manifesto to encourage future generations to play freely and safely, whilst showcasing the many ways in which football can improve everyday health, education and wellbeing in Scotland.
Our vision is to harness the power of football to inspire the nation, transform lives and build a united and successful game. Through our Strategy our commitment is to build on the successes of our men’s and women’s national teams, our manifesto to encourage future generations to play freely and safely, whilst showcasing the many ways in which football can improve everyday health, education and wellbeing in Scotland.
About Scottish FA