Programme Workforce Manager

Organisation: English Universities Sport
Salary: Voluntary
Location: Remote, with occasional relevant travel
Contract type: Volunteer
Closing date: 6 August 2025
Interview date: 11 August 2025
Job Description: English Universities Sport (EUS) is the official association in England which administrates and sanctions national representative student competition across higher education. We are a democratic and innovative membership organisation, comprising of a strong Committee, exceptional coach network and professional support staff from the sport and higher education sectors.

EUS strives to support the development of all its student athletes and provide opportunities to compete at the highest domestic representative level. Our teams compete in the biennial Home Nations Tournament as well as numerous fixtures against professional and amateur representative clubs from across the UK.

The Programme Workforce Manager Role
+ Support the recruitment of coaching & support staff across all sports
+ Develop onboarding & CPD processes for coaches
+ Coordinate officials & support staff bookings & on-going engagement
+ Expand the EUS workforce opportunities, through new initiatives for students
+ Oversee safeguarding & workforce compliance processes
+ Work with Head Coaches to ensure staff alignment with programmes
+ Improve volunteer recognition & reward initiatives

Required Skills, Experience & Knowledge:
+ Experience in sport workforce or volunteer management
+ Understanding of safeguarding & DBS procedures
+ Strong organisational & communication skills
+ Familiarity with university sport environments
+ Passion for supporting & developing others
+ Comfortable coordinating multiple roles across programmes
How to apply: Application Process Applicants should submit CV & one-page covering letter to the EUS Trustee Board via info@englishuniversitiessport.onmicrosoft.com. The application deadline is 12pm on Wednesday 6th August 2025, and virtual interviews will take place week commencing 11th August 2025. For more information about EUS, check out https://englishuniversitiessport.co.uk/ or on social media @engunisport; please direct any questions to Alex Turnbull via alexturnbull123@hotmail.com.