Sport Competition Manager – Bowls and Para Bowls

Organisation: Glasgow 2026
Salary: Competitive- Available on Request
Location: Glasgow
Contract type: Fixed Term (Full time)
Closing date: 29 June 2025
Interview date: 13 July 2025
Job Description: Help Us Shape the Future of the Commonwealth Games – Glasgow 2026!

The journey to Glasgow 2026 starts now – and we want YOU to be part of it! Get ready for a brilliant new era for the Commonwealth Games, blending world-class sport with a sustainable, future-focused vision.

In just over 400 days, Glasgow will transform into a global hub for sport and culture, welcoming 3,000 athletes from 74 nations, across 11 days of unforgettable action, fuelled by the city’s unstoppable energy and passion.

Glasgow 2026 is set to revolutionise the Games, with a bold, ‘Clyde Built’ experience that reflects the city’s resilience and innovation. This is more than just an event; it’s a movement – a celebration of unity, equality, and sporting excellence. A movement that will not only deliver a world-class sporting experience but will also create a lasting legacy, maximising social and economic benefits for the city and the Commonwealth. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something historic!

If you have a passion for sport and a drive for excellence and want to be part of creating something truly special, then Glasgow 2026 wants you.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Sport Competition Manager – Bowls and Para Bowls to join our Sport team at Glasgow 2026. This is your chance to lead the planning and delivery of one of the Commonwealth Games’ most iconic and inclusive sports, combining tradition, precision, and accessibility into a world-class event.

As Sport Competition Manager – Bowls and Para Bowls, you will be responsible for the full end-to-end planning and operational delivery of the competitions, ensuring full compliance with the relevant International Federation’s rules and the expectations of Commonwealth Sport. You’ll work closely with internal Functional Areas, governing bodies, and partners to ensure a seamless, athlete-first competition that reflects the values of Glasgow 2026.

This role includes oversight of all technical operations, Field of Play design, venue readiness, scheduling, volunteer and official appointments, and Games-time delivery.

Job Summary:

As Sport Competition Manager – Bowls and Para Bowls, you will lead all aspects of sport-specific delivery for both competitions, ensuring their smooth integration into the overall Games programme. This includes developing and executing a detailed delivery plan, managing competition and training venues, overseeing day-to-day venue operations, and coordinating with partners across Technology, Logistics, and Athlete Services.

You’ll contribute to venue and operational planning, ensuring the Field of Play, athlete preparation areas, and training environments meet international standards. You will also manage the development of the competition schedule, and the Detailed Competition and Activity Schedule (DCAS), and support test events and the Games Readiness Programme.

You’ll work closely with World Bowls, relevant NGBs, and Commonwealth Sport to coordinate Technical Official appointments, and lead the recruitment and training of a large volunteer team. You’ll manage a small internal team and provide regular updates on project progress, risks, and dependencies. You’ll also contribute to legacy planning through the Transfer of Knowledge process.

Key Skills and Experience:

You will have demonstrated experience planning and delivering Lawn Bowls and Para Bowls competitions at a national or international level, with a strong understanding of technical requirements, operational standards, and International Federation regulations. Experience in multi-sport Games or major event environments is essential.

You’ll bring strong project management skills, with a proven ability to coordinate timelines, stakeholders, and budgets in complex, dynamic environments. You’ll be confident leading teams and volunteers and experienced in working across cross-functional departments and external stakeholders.

You should be proficient in Microsoft Office and sport competition management systems, and experienced in training venue planning, equipment delivery, and sport entry coordination. Familiarity with Para sport integration and an understanding of Glasgow 2026’s values and operational model will be highly regarded.

Why Glasgow 2026?

Joining the Glasgow 2026 team means being part of something extraordinary. As we embark on this exciting journey, we’re not just planning an event – we’re creating a new legacy for Glasgow and the Commonwealth. This is an opportunity to shape the future of major sporting events, bringing the world together for 11 days of unforgettable competition and culture.

We’re looking for well-organised, passionate, and driven people who are excited to roll up their sleeves and be part of an inclusive, forward-thinking, and sustainable Games. This is your chance to help set the new standard for global events while contributing to the city’s rich sporting legacy.
How to apply: If you’re ready to be part of something historic, we want to hear from you! To apply, send your CV along with a 250-word summary (or video/voice note) of why you want to be part of our team to recruitment@glasgow2026.com. At Glasgow 2026, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you need assistance with your application, our Recruitment Team is here to support you with any reasonable adjustments. Please note that candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK, which we request is confirmed as part of the application process. This is a mandatory requirement for consideration of the role.