Sports Participation Manager

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This vacancy is open to employees of the University of Nottingham only.

About the role - At University of Nottingham we have a vision to be the best UK University for Sport. As a manager within the Participation department, you will lead, devise and implement the UoN Sport engagement and outreach programmes. You will oversee the management of the Intramural, Just Play, Moves and Active Living programmes, providing strategic leadership to create meaningful insight driven interventions that open up sport and physical activity to encourage greater participation in sport and strengthen community and sense of belonging.

About the team - The successful candidate will join the participation team dedicated to engaging, including and empowering students to participate in sport and physical activity at the University of Nottingham. Our approach places students at the heart of everything we do.

About you - We are looking for someone who has a passion for sport, physical activity and wellbeing, puts students and people first and enjoys working collaboratively in a team environment. In this role you will provide strategic oversight and direction for the Engagement Team and its associated programmes. You will develop and maintain mutually beneficial partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders to maximise engagement in sport. Lead on the recruitment, management, training and work programmes for the 4 members of staff, part-time student ambassadors and volunteers. Manage and be accountable for delegated budgets. Lead on robust monitoring and evaluation plans demonstrating the impact of the engagement programmes.

What we offer - In return, you will benefit from:

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website

What next - If you would like to discuss the role informally, please contact Katy Teasdale at Katy.Teasdale@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this address will not be considered. If you require any adjustments to enable you to apply for this role or participate in the selection process, please let us know as part of your application.

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This is a fixed term maternity cover role for 1 year. Your working hours will be 36.25 hours per week.

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