Vacancy: Football Development Officer (Youth and Education)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to implement a strategic development programme in Derbyshire. Derbyshire County Football Association is seeking...

Salary Range: £23,000 - £27,500 p.a.

This post is a full-time fixed term position until June 2019, subject to securing further funding.

The position reports directly to the Head of Strategy & Facilities and will encompass hitting targets that relate to all goals of The FA National Game Strategy (2015-2019).

To apply you need to be of graduate calibre, have experience in sports / football development and an understanding of the FA’s National Game Strategy. You need to be passionate about and committed to the development of football at a local level. You must be able to work under pressure, handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Candidates must be good administrators and be able to demonstrate both team working and the ability to work unsupervised. Candidates should also have excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. You need also to have a current driving licence and be able to work evenings and weekends.

If you wish to apply, please send a CV and covering letter with details of your current salary and your salary expectation for the role marked ‘Private and Confidential’ to: Head of Strategy & Facilities, Derbyshire County Football Association, 8 & 9 Stadium Business Court, Millennium Way, Pride Park, Derby, DE24 8HP.

The closing date is Wednesday 15th November 2017 at 5pm, with interviews taking place on Friday 24th November 2017.

Please note that notification to successful shortlisted candidates for interview will be Friday 17th November 2017. Due to the high volume of expected applications for this post, feedback will only be provided to those shortlisted candidates.


Derbyshire County FA are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.