Lincolnshire Football Association is seeking to recruit a Head of Partnerships & Engagement to support the delivery of The FA National Game Strategy and the Lincolnshire FA’s strategy in partnership with key stakeholders across Lincolnshire.

The application pack below provides information and background, to assist individuals when considering whether they have the relevant skills and attributes required for the role.

Download the application pack here

To be successful, applicants must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role and how their expertise and experience will enable them to meet the essential and desirable criteria. The interview panel must be convinced of the individual’s ability to forge sustainable long lasting partnerships and of their creativity, inspiration, and professionalism for the role.

Applicants should have knowledge and experience of engaging with key stakeholders, building long term partnerships that supports the delivery of strategic outcomes. This will include identifying and delivering commercial partnerships and opportunities. Ideally the applicant will have an understanding of grassroots football and experience of working with volunteers in sports/football. They should be computer literate, with good presentation and communication skills, be able to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. They will need to demonstrate exceptional customer service, be able to lead and work as part of a team with excellent planning skills and be able to work occasional evenings and weekends.

The successful applicant will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and have line management responsibility for the Media, Marketing and Events Officer.

Lincolnshire FA is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk. Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check through The FA DBS process. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

What Can Lincolnshire FA Offer?

• An exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking, progressive sports organisation
• The position has a salary of banding of £33,356 - £37,175
• A modern hybrid working model 
• An exciting opportunity to collaborate with key stakeholders within the grassroots and professional game
• A commitment to empowered and supportive personal and professional development
• A Workplace Pension Scheme
• Access to our health and dental support plan
• Access to some FA employment benefits
• Hours of work are 35 hours per week between 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday with occasional evening and weekend work
• This position will receive 33 days annual leave including banks holidays

For any questions about the role, or if clarity is required on the recruitment pack, please contact Nick Hanson, CEO, at Nick.Hanson@lincolnshirefa.com or call 01522 596580.

To apply, please complete and return the application form and the following Equality & Diversity monitoring form. 

Download the Equality & Diversity Monitoring Form here

The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 7th October 2024, although the Lincolnshire Football Association reserve the right to close the process earlier than advertised.

Interviews will be conducted w/c 21st October 2024.

To apply, please email to Nick.Hanson@LincolnshireFA.com, with the subject line, Strictly Private & Confidential or by post to the following address:

Strictly Private & Confidential
Mr Nick Hanson
Chief Executive Officer
Lincolnshire FA
Deepdale Enterprise Park
Deepdale Lane
Nettleham
Lincoln
LN2 2LL

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