National Governing Body (NGB) Liaison Officer
Closing date: Monday 16 January 2023
Location: Hybrid working with 50% of time-based at Head Office
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £24,000- £26,000 per annum
Contract: Fixed term contract until 31 March 2024
Interview date: Monday 9 January 2023
British Blind Sport are working in partnership with the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) to deliver See Sport Differently, a Sport England-funded initiative that aims to break down barriers in sport and increase opportunities for people with sight loss to participate in physical activity. This role is funded through this partnership.
We are looking for a dedicated Officer to develop and strengthen relationships with identified National Governing Bodies of sport (NGBs) and undertake concentrated work with the five most popular participation sports for blind and partially sighted people, which are swimming, athletics, tennis, football, goalball and one key development area – blind rugby and VI rugby. This role will work with these NGBs to make a real step change in terms of their support for increased participation of blind and partially sighted people. This role will report directly to the Head of Sports Development at British Blind Sport and sit on the See Sport Differently Operational Group.
We are an equal opportunities employer, and our policy is to recruit a diverse workforce and follow the guidelines of the Equality Act. We welcome everyone to create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work.
If you believe you have the right skills and experience, please send a completed application form to info@britishblindsport.org.uk by 12 noon, Wednesday 4th January 2022.
If you require any further information, please contact alex@britishblindsport.org.uk
For further information about this vacancy and details of how to apply, please visit the British Blind Sport website: https://britishblindsport.org.uk/about/jobs/
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