The Isle of Man FA are seeking to recruit a Football Development Officer with the specific remit of development girls and women’s football.
This position reports directly to the generic Football Development Officer and will support and develop all areas of girls’ and women's football in accordance with the County FA Development Plan.
The role encompasses the following areas:
• Increasing female Participation and supporting Club/League development particularly through the School-Club Links programme and the FA Charter Standard Scheme
• Increasing and supporting female Coaches, Volunteers, Young Leaders, Tutors and Referees
• Ensuring that Talent Development is delivered through the IOMFA Development Centre
• Support and develop opportunities for Under Represented Groups, particularly players with Disabilities and players from Minority Ethnic Communities
This will involve working strategically with key agencies e.g. Manx Sport and Recreation, Local Authorities, Departments within the IOM Government, schools, local leagues and clubs.
The successful candidate is likely to be a graduate with knowledge and experience of sports development. An understanding of female football structures and pathways, barriers faced by females and knowledge of sports equity is required. You need to be passionate about and committed to the development of female football at a local level.
Candidates must demonstrate both team working skills and the ability to work unsupervised and on their own initiative. Experience of managing projects/events to demonstrate sound organisation and planning skills is required. Excellent communication, presentation and IT skills will be expected.
Applicants must hold a full driving licence and be able to work some evenings and weekends.
This post is a fixed term contract for 26 months with a view to it being extended. For further information on the role please phone Jack Walton, Football Development Officer on 01624 613750 or find details at www.isleofmanfa.com
To apply please send a CV and covering letter with details of your current salary and your salary expectation for the role marked “Private and Confidential” to: Natalie Cellamare, Administrator, Isle of Man FA, PO Box 53, The Bowl, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM99 1GY.
The closing date for applications is 12noon, 11 April 2008.
Interviews will take place on the evening of 23 April 2008 on the Isle of Man.
The Isle of Man FA are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.