Job Description
Norfolk County FA is the not-for-profit Governing Body of football in Norfolk. Founded in 1881, Norfolk FA govern, regulates and develops grassroots football across the county, operating under the umbrella of The FA.
From our County Headquarters in Norwich, Norfolk FAoversee the local game and operate two Football Development Centres, The FDC and The FDC Open, which offer great value pitch hire and a range of services to grassroots clubs and the wider community.
Norfolk FAare proud to be a forward-thinking Association, with the development of Norfolk Football at the heart of everything Norfolk FAdo.
Norfolk FAare looking to recruit a Football Delivery Officer (Clubs & Facilities) to join our Football Delivery Team, with the key focus of the role being on developing and managing positive relationships with 2 and 3-star clubs and providing support to applicants accessing Football Foundation small grants.
Reporting directly to the Football Delivery Manager (Clubs), the role will be responsible for:
- Supporting and developing Thriving Community Clubs in Norfolk, working closely with 2 and 3-star clubs in particular.
- Supporting England Football Accredited Clubs to reach their full potential
- Activating priority projects for Football Foundation investment, especially grass pitch improvements and small grants
The successful candidate will have experience and understanding of how grassroots organisations operate, as well as knowledge of grassroots football structures. Previous experience developing grassroots football facilities and an understanding of working with volunteers effectively are advantageous.
For full details on the role, please download and review the job pack at the bottom of this page.
Careers at The Football Association
The Football Association are the governing body of football in Engand. The FA are responsible for ensuring that all the leagues within the country are fair and uphold specific standards. They are also responsible for overseeing, promoting and developing English football at all levels, including youth grassroots amateur and semi-pro leagues, as well as elite professional leagues.
The FA was established on 26 October 1863 as the British Football Association, before changing its name to The English FA in December 1910. Currently the Football Association is responsible for all legalities involving football played in England and it's also considered as their national governing body which is based in London, UK. The main responsibility of this organization is to run all leagues as well as provide support with coaching and facilities so they can help grow the game at all levels.
The FA are based out of Wembley Stadium and St George's Park
Wembley Stadium
Wembley Stadium is the largest stadium in the UK, and with a capacity of over 90,000 is one of the largest stadiums in Europe. It is the playing venue of the English national team and also hosts such notable games as the League Cup final, FA Cup final, and Community Shield.
The current stadium was officially opened in 2007, replacing the original 1923-built Wembley Stadium which stood on the same site.
St George's Park
St. George’s Park, The FA's National Football Centre, is located in Burton-on-Trent and is an education and research centre giving future generations of English football coaches the fundamentals they need to effectively coach in their communities.
The £105m St George's Park, an impressive 330-acre facility, has 11 outdoor pitches, including an exact replica of the pitch at Wembley Stadium, as well as an altitude chamber that allows them to mimic playing conditions in different stadia around the world.