Greenwich

Make a Difference Through Sport and Physical Activity

Are you passionate about improving health, wellbeing and opportunities for local communities through sport and physical activity?

The Royal Borough of Greenwich is looking for enthusiastic and motivated Sport Development officer to help deliver the ambitious Greenwich Get Active Physical Activity and Sport Strategy. This is an exciting opportunity to lead innovative programmes that support residents to become more active, improve health outcomes and reduce inequalities across the borough. Working with schools, community organisations, health services, sports clubs, leisure providers and national governing bodies, you will develop and deliver projects that create lasting change for local people.

About the Role

You will:

Lead and coordinate sport and physical activity programmes, projects and events across the borough. 

Develop opportunities that increase participation among inactive and underrepresented groups. 

Build strong partnerships with schools, community organisations, sports clubs and health partners.

Manage funded projects, budgets and grant applications. Monitor, evaluate and report on programme performance and impact. 

Support the development of volunteers, coaches, apprentices and community leaders. 

Contribute to borough-wide strategies that improve health, wellbeing and community outcomes. 

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

Experience managing and delivering sport, leisure, health or community programmes and projects. Strong partnership-building and stakeholder engagement skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills. 

• Experience working with diverse communities and engaging underrepresented groups. 
• Knowledge of how sport and physical activity improve health and reduce inequalities. 
• Experience monitoring performance, evaluating outcomes and producing reports. 
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. 

A relevant degree, professional qualification or equivalent experience.

Why Join Us?

At the Royal Borough of Greenwich, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of residents. You'll join a passionate team committed to creating healthier, more active and connected communities through sport and physical activity. We offer a supportive working environment, professional development opportunities and the chance to contribute to high-profile projects that deliver meaningful outcomes across the borough .

Help create a more active Greenwich for everyone.

For an informal discussion, please contact Stephanie.Turner@royalgreenwich.gov.uk