Sport Coordinator (Representative Sport)

Organisation: University of Manchester
Salary: £32,080 to £36,636 per annum, depending on relevant experience
Location: Manchester
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 1 March 2026
Job Description: The University is seeking to appoint a Sport Coordinator to support the development of our University of Manchester representative sport teams and individuals. The role holder will be responsible for supporting the Performance Sport and broader UoM Sport strategic objectives that aim to deliver high quality sport and physical activity experiences for everyone at every level. Specifically, the Sport Coordinator will coordinate a broad, multi-sport programme of competitions and training, embedding a culture of commitment and maximising achievement.

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating our year-round representative sport program, which includes trials, training, inter-university competition and sports coach recruitment and supervision. The role involves collaborating with various individuals and teams across the UoM Sport department and managing multiple stakeholders and partners simultaneously. Applicants should demonstrate the ability to manage and supervise staff, build effective relationships with stakeholders and have a strong understanding of planning, delivering, and reviewing competitive sport programs. Competence in using IT (specifically M365 apps and software), working within budget parameters, recording and evaluating data, and planning, prioritizing, and organizing work to meet agreed objectives is also required. We are therefore looking for an enthusiastic and engaging individual with significant experience of performance and competitive sport in the UK, ideally within the higher education sports environment.

The role is predominantly office based, with the ability for some hybrid working arrangements in agreement with line manager.
How to apply: Further details about the role can be found here: https://www.jobs.manchester.ac.uk/Job/JobDetail?jobid=34328&isPreview=Yes&advert=external Applications must be made through the University of Manchester jobs portal. Interview details: First round interviews will be held remotely on March 5th and 6th, 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be assessed for their suitability for the role, experience and competency. Candidates will have the opportunity to ask questions to further understand the role. Successful candidates from the first round of interviews will be invited to a final interview at the University of Manchester on March 12th, 2026. Candidates will be asked to prepare a presentation and discuss their approach to the role in more detail. A candidate pack will be provided at the appropriate time for final interview candidates. Final selection will be made as soon as possible after final interview.