In this role you will lead the Performance Sport Programme within Team Durham, shaping a high-impact university sport portfolio. You will collaborate with internal and external partners to strengthen performance pathways and develop strategic delivery across performance, participation and community engagement. You will line-manage coaches and delivery staff while driving partnerships with national bodies, clubs and the local community. This is a chance to influence a top-tier university sport programme and support ongoing leadership development in a dynamic HE environment.
Pay / Benefits
30 days annual leave + 8 public holidays + 4 discretionary days
generous pension scheme with USS enrollment
cycle to work scheme and car benefit options
professional development opportunities and annual personal development time
health and wellbeing support including EAP and gym discounts
on-site nursery and family-friendly policies
Responsibilities
serve as the strategic lead for the Performance Sport Programme and oversee its delivery
develop and maintain external partnerships with NGBs, professional clubs and community organisations
line manage Head coaches, Strength & Conditioning lead and Recruitment team
drive performance sport services management and scholar recruitment at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
contribute to planning at operational and strategic levels and monitor service performance
lead on business process improvements, policy implementation and regulatory compliance
support staff welfare, development and performance reviews
represent Sport and the University at promotional events and foster cross-institutional collaboration
Key requirements
degree-level education or equivalent experience
track record in performance sport within higher education or similar environments
expert practitioner with influence over service delivery in performance sport
experience advising diverse stakeholders, including senior colleagues
experience building networks to share best practice and influence university strategy
experience implementing policies and procedures to improve services
prior management and development experience across multiple teams
excellent verbal and written communication with ability to build relationships
excellent communication
collaboration and teamwork
problem solving
digital competence across devices and apps
knowledge of the UK university sport system
baseline understanding of NCAA or other sporting environments (international awareness)
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