Officiating Manager

Organisation: England Hockey
Salary: £32,000 - £36,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Location: England Hockey Head Office - Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre. Open to flexible arrangements but some travel to office will be required
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 2 March 2026
Interview date: 13 March 2026
Job Description: Role Summary
Reporting to the Interim Development Director / Head of People and Coaching Development, the Officiating Manager will be responsible for executing EH’s strategic and operational plans for officiating. The Officiating Manager will concentrate on improving and maintaining officiating standards across the country through improved recruitment and retention rates of officials and the provision of high-quality learning opportunities and engaging content.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities
To oversee the smooth running of England Hockey Officiating (EHO), including its governance, operations and communications.
Build strong relationships with key personnel from Area Officiating Committees (AOC), the Technical Appointments Panel (TAP) and the National Programme Umpiring Association (NPUA) to provide direction and guidance, and support the work of, the recruitment, retention, training and development of officials.
Lead the execution of elements of EH’s strategic and operational plans for officiating. This includes reviewing, updating and delivering the officiating pathway in line with recent structural changes in the sport.
Lead the direction and support to clubs (inc Universities) in the recruitment, retention and development of their officials.
Support the Officiating Working Group to devise and implement operational plans to make officiating in hockey more diverse and inclusive, with a focus on culturally diverse and female demographics.
Support the EHO Young Umpire Programme and Area Young Umpire Leads with the development of their young umpires’ programmes.
Oversee the regular production of high quality, relevant and engaging content for EHO members.
Actively keep up to date with changes in officiating and the game, including rules and regulations, and further develop their subject matter expertise.
To support the Game Management System (GMS) Officiating requirements and operations, assisting with the provision for officials across the country.
At all times, act as an ambassador for, and promote the best interests of EH.
Undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time that are consistent with the responsibilities of the post and the needs of EH.
How to apply: For a full job description and details of how to apply please visit https://www.englandhockey.co.uk/find-a-job-in-hockey/jobs/officiating-manager