{"id":6085,"date":"2015-06-22T06:13:07","date_gmt":"2015-06-22T06:13:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.uk.newjobvacancies.org\/?p=6085"},"modified":"2015-06-22T06:13:07","modified_gmt":"2015-06-22T06:13:07","slug":"regional-development-officer-the-golf-foundation-west-midlands-region","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uk.newjobvacancies.org\/management-administration-jobs\/regional-development-officer-the-golf-foundation-west-midlands-region\/","title":{"rendered":"Regional Development Officer &#8211; The Golf Foundation &#8211;  West Midlands Region"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"vgxda67804e077d94c\" ><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-5811055133939296\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"8669520966\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">\r\n.vgxda67804e077d94c {\r\nmargin: 5px; padding: 0px;\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 1201px) {\r\n.vgxda67804e077d94c {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 993px) and (max-width: 1200px) {\r\n.vgxda67804e077d94c {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 769px) and (max-width: 992px) {\r\n.vgxda67804e077d94c {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 768px) {\r\n.vgxda67804e077d94c {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (max-width: 767px) {\r\n.vgxda67804e077d94c {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n<p><strong>Job Description<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER &#8211; GENERAL INFORMATION<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 INTRODUCTION<\/strong><br \/>\nThe first national development plan for English golf \u2013 \u2018England Golf Whole Sport Plan 2005-09\u2019 \u2013 followed directly on from the \u2018Vision for English Golf\u2019 published in October 2004. The Vision set out the long terms aims for England to become \u201cthe Leading Golf Nation in the World\u201d by 2020, and we are currently implementing golf\u2019s third Whole Sport Plan, which covers the period 2013-2017.<br \/>\nThe Golf Foundation is working through the England Golf Partnership alongside England Golf and the PGA, supported by Sport England, to ensure the successful implementation of the national plan.<br \/>\nThe Foundation\u2019s role is to focus on the delivery of \u2018HSBC Golf Roots\u2019 \u2013 a national project which includes community activity in schools and clubs as well as special projects that target disadvantaged areas and 14+ activity.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ROLE<\/strong><br \/>\nThe key role of the Regional Development Officer is to oversee the implementation of the \u2018HSBC Golf Roots\u2019 programmes via community and city projects in the West Midlands region. These utilise Tri-Golf, Golf Xtreme, Street Golf and the Junior Golf Passport. This will be done primarily by working through the network of school clusters and local authorities, and linking this work to golf facilities.<br \/>\nHe\/she will work closely with the club\/county Regional Development in the region employed by England Golf to ensure a smooth transition from school to club. The Officer will have a roving brief so that he\/she is able to foster relationships and provide appropriate support to schools, local authorities, golf facilities, local and county golf and sport partnerships and other relevant organisations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSON SPECIFICATION<\/strong><br \/>\nThe role of Regional Development Officer requires an organised, enthusiastic, self-motivated individual who is committed to the development of grass roots junior golf. Essential skills and qualities include:<br \/>\n&#8211; The ability to communicate effectively in a variety of circumstances.<br \/>\n&#8211; Effective time management.<br \/>\n&#8211; A sound knowledge of sports development principles and practices.<br \/>\n&#8211; An understanding of the structure and function of school sport and local authorities.<br \/>\n&#8211; Experience of development planning.<br \/>\n&#8211; Experience of tutoring workshops for teachers and young leaders.<br \/>\n&#8211; Knowledge of the national initiatives promoted by Sport England and the Youth Sport Trust.<br \/>\n&#8211; An appropriate leisure qualification.<br \/>\n&#8211; An interest, but not necessarily a background, in golf.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 REPORTING<\/strong><br \/>\nThe Regional Development Officer will report directly to the Golf Foundation Development Manager. The Development Manager will be in regular contact with the Regional Development Officer and he\/she will be required to provide the Development Manager with regular reports. There will be monthly RDO Meetings and the Development Manager will also visit the Regional Development Officer to discuss progress and targets.<\/p>\n<p>The Golf Foundation is an equal opportunities employer. The disabled, ethnic minorities and women are currently under-represented in the organisation. This information will be made available in alternative formats on request.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 JOB DESCRIPTION<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 TITLE: Regional Development Officer (West Midlands)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 REPORT TO: Development Manager.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>OFFICE BASE: The working base will be agreed with the Development Manager but it must be a logical location within the region. Working from home may be permitted.<\/p><div class=\"gnrtv67804e077d9db\" ><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-5811055133939296\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"8669520966\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">\r\n.gnrtv67804e077d9db {\r\nmargin: 5px; padding: 0px;\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 1201px) {\r\n.gnrtv67804e077d9db {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 993px) and (max-width: 1200px) {\r\n.gnrtv67804e077d9db {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 769px) and (max-width: 992px) {\r\n.gnrtv67804e077d9db {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 768px) {\r\n.gnrtv67804e077d9db {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (max-width: 767px) {\r\n.gnrtv67804e077d9db {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\n<p>HOURS: The length of a normal working week will be 40 hours (flexible to meet the needs of the job). Additional hours may be required at certain times in the year to help with specific projects or events. Co-operation would be appreciated in this regard.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 START DATE: To be confirmed.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>AIM: To promote and support the implementation of the Golf Foundation\u2019s junior golf development initiatives, which are presented under the banner of \u2018HSBC Golf Roots\u2019.<\/p>\n<p><strong> OBJECTIVES:<\/strong><br \/>\nTo work towards the achievement of the targets set out in golf\u2019s Whole Sport Plan.<br \/>\nTo work through the network of school clusters, Local Authorities and County networks to ensure that access to the sport for children and young people is achieved through co-ordination and co-operation.<br \/>\nTo work closely with the Club\/County Regional Development Officer managed through England Golf.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 DUTIES:<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OPERATION<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022 Promote the introduction of the \u2018HSBC Golf Roots\u2019 programmes through school, club and community projects.<br \/>\n\u2022 Promote the use of Tri-Golf in primary schools and the community as well as tutor workshops.<br \/>\n\u2022 Promote the use of Golf Xtreme in the secondary schools and tutor workshops for teachers.<br \/>\n\u2022 Promote the use of Street Golf with StreetGames and other community partners.<br \/>\n\u2022 Stimulate the organisation of School Games events at Levels I, II and III.<br \/>\n\u2022 Promote and coordinate projects that link schools to clubs in conjunction with the Club\/County Officer.<br \/>\n\u2022 Promote and assist with the establishment of golf projects through the network of school clusters and local authority sports development teams.<br \/>\n\u2022 Visit each \u2018HSBC Golf Roots\u2019 Centre facility in the region and advise on their programme.<br \/>\n\u2022 Identify potential \u2018HSBC Golf Roots\u2019 Centres and help link them to local schools.<br \/>\n\u2022 Promote the use of the Junior Golf Passport as the official learning programme.<br \/>\n\u2022 Organise and deliver training workshops that support the implementation of the<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u2018HSBC Golf Roots\u2019 programmes.<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 COMMUNICATION<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022 Maintain comprehensive lists of contacts for schools, Local Authorities and other relevant networks for the region.<br \/>\n\u2022 Maintain close and regular contact with the Club\/County Regional Development Officer.<br \/>\n\u2022 Attend relevant local and county meetings and maintain close contact with the key stakeholders.<br \/>\n\u2022 Maintain regular contact with County Golf Partnerships and attend meetings.<br \/>\n\u2022 Explore opportunities with local networks and facilitate local golf development groups.<br \/>\n\u2022 Maintain high standards in terms of responses to enquiries and customer care, both internally and externally.<br \/>\n\u2022 Provide the Press Officer with regular information which may be useful for the Golf Foundation\u2019s bulletin, press releases or the website.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ADVISORY<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022 Provide advice on funding available through the Golf Foundation.<br \/>\n\u2022 Advise on the preparation of grant-aid applications for local projects when required.<br \/>\n\u2022 Provide advice on effective development planning in golf.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SPECIAL ACTIVITIES<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022 Assist the Marketing Department with the organisation of promotional events.<br \/>\n\u2022 Organise county and regional events as and when appropriate.<br \/>\n\u2022 Assist with the staffing at displays, major tournaments, shows, exhibitions, etc. when required.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 GENERAL DUTIES<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022 Assist the Development Manager with the development of new and existing programmes.<br \/>\n\u2022 Act as an ambassador for the Golf Foundation and represent the organisation on appropriate occasions.<br \/>\n\u2022 Maintain effective systems for office administration and record keeping.<br \/>\n\u2022 Produce reports, deal with correspondence and attend relevant meetings.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to apply<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Application packs can be obtained by clicking on link:<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.golf-foundation.org\/page.asp?section=62\u00a7ionTitle=Vacancies\">http:\/\/www.golf-foundation.org\/page.asp?section=62\u00a7ionTitle=Vacancies<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Job Description \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER &#8211; GENERAL INFORMATION \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 INTRODUCTION The first national development plan for English golf \u2013 \u2018England Golf Whole Sport Plan 2005-09\u2019 \u2013 followed directly on from the \u2018Vision for English Golf\u2019 published in October 2004. 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