Club and Community Development Officer (Part-time) - South-West England

Organisation: Bowls Development Alliance
Salary: £24,000 (FTE)
Location: Home based with responsibility across the following counties in the South West of England – Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire.
Contract type: Fixed Term (Part time)
Closing date: 12 June 2025
Interview date: 20 June 2025
Job Description: MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
• To work at the grassroots level to increase participation in bowls by overseeing the delivery of
participation and development programmes as part of the BDA Club Development Team.
• To be a skilled communicator and collaborator, working with partners to promote and develop
participation in bowls while supporting the short, medium, and long-term objectives of the
BDA and key stakeholders.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Deliver and drive the BDA Participation Programme in the specific region, liaising with key
partners, including Bowls England, the English Indoor Bowling Association, and the English
Short Mat Bowling Association.
2. Utilise a place based approach to connect local communities with bowls clubs, ensuring
that these clubs align with the needs of their communities while offering opportunities to
enhance physical, mental, and social well-being.
3. Engage with and support bowls clubs by helping them grow their membership, increase
participation, and achieve financial sustainability through the broader BDA club offer, ensuring
long term viability.
4. Deliver seminars and training sessions on specific topics to equip clubs and volunteers
with the knowledge and skills needed to sustain and grow the club network across the South
West of England. These sessions may be conducted in person or through the BDA Weeks of
Learning.
5. Implement systems and processes that enable clubs, parks, and community venues to
collaborate effectively, fostering a joined-up and mutually beneficial approach to growing the
sport of bowls within local communities.
6. Ensure inclusivity and governance compliance in all delivered programmes and initiatives,
supporting the work of the Safeguarding Steering Group and promoting best practices in
governance at all levels.
7. Promote opportunities for volunteers and coaches through the BDA Education platform
and Coach Bowls to support the long-term sustainability and development of the sport at a
local level.
8. Provide reports and updates as required by the Club Development Team Leader.
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9. Submit reports and updates to senior management, ensuring all club data and key
performance indicators (KPIs) are recorded and updated weekly through the monitoring and
evaluation system.
10. Support the broader work of the BDA team and contribute to the organisation’s overall
success.
How to apply: Visit our website for more information: https://bowlsdevelopmentalliance.com/2025/04/23/join-our-team-club-and-community-development-officer-south-west-of-england/ To apply for this exciting position, please email your CV along with a covering letter outlining how you meet the job description and person specification, and why you are suited for the role, to hr@bowlsdevelopmentalliance.com. For an informal discussion about the position, please contact David Bolt, Club Development Team Leader, on 07826 929558.