Hertfordshire FA have a vacancy for a Football Development Officer (Equality & Inclusion) – Maternity Cover

Join the team supporting the development and progression of grassroots football in Hertfordshire.

This fantastic opportunity offers the right candidate the chance to join the team and embed the organisational values of Honesty, Efficiency, Respect, Teamwork and Trust, supporting the development of opportunities for participants and volunteers across the game.

The offices are based in Letchworth, at The County Ground, and consist of a 3G stadia pitch, comfortable office space with on-site café services. It is also within walking distance of Letchworth Town Centre and train station.

Position: Football Development Officer (Equality & Inclusion)
Contract Type: Maternity Cover – 12-month Fixed Term Contract
Hours: 21 hours per week
Salary: £15,000 PA
Based: The County Ground, Baldock Road, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 2EN (with Hybrid working available)

You must have the right to work in the UK to be eligible to hold this role at Hertfordshire FA.

This position reports directly to the Head of Football Development and Investment, supporting the delivery of The FA Grassroots Football Strategy, the Hertfordshire FA Operational Plan and working to ensure that Key Performance Indicators are met.

The successful candidate will work alongside the current Football Development team to support participation and volunteers. This will primarily be through developing The FA's ‘A Game for All' standard for Hertfordshire and working strategically with the Hertfordshire FA Inclusion Advisory Group, whilst working with colleagues to influence other areas, including diversity, volunteering, behaviours and safeguarding to ensure the local grassroots game offers a safe and inclusive environment for participants.

It is of high importance the successful candidate communicates clearly, provides excellent customer service, manages relationships and ensures safeguarding is of paramount consideration whilst undertaking all aspects of their role.

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Other Benefits Include:

• Build a career in football with the local governing body of the grassroots game here in Hertfordshire
• Access to high-quality training, networking and personal development opportunities
• Opportunities to progress your career across the County FA Network and at The FA
• Employee Assistance Programme offering support across a wide range of areas
• Nike staff uniform provided and the opportunity to buy Nike products at a discount
• Company laptop and mobile phone, access to tickets for events at Wembley Stadium, access to Bright HR discounts programme
• Flexible and remote working as appropriate, starting with 20 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Complimentary access to the Local Gym and Leisure facilities in partnership with Everyone Active