The Football Association · 1 week ago
County FA Regional Manager - South Region
Home, KS
Contract
Hybrid
Senior LevelThe Football Association is seeking a Regional Manager for their County FA network in the South UK Region. This role involves managing relationships with County FAs, driving business improvements, and leading the implementation of strategic plans to enhance grassroots football.
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Responsibilities
Be the relationship and contract manager between The FA and County FAs (CFAs), always acting as an FA ambassador
To drive CFA business improvement including strategic and operational planning, workforce structures, performance management, corporate governance, financial management, facility development, customer service excellence, marketing & communications, commercial, football development and football services
To lead implementation of The FA's Grassroots Football Strategy, and other strategic plans that are in place from time to time, and support CFAs in the creation of effective local action plans to achieve their targets, ensuring contractual obligations are delivered
To work closely with the Grassroots 2040 core team and be integrally involved in working with CFAs on the implementation of Grassroots 2040
Ensure County FAs have clear, effective strategies and action plans in place to deliver their key performance indicators (KPIs) and other targets as defined in The FA Grassroots Football Strategy or other strategic plans that are in place from time to time
Co-ordinate the business planning process and allocation of financial distributions into County FAs through the reviews taking place throughout each season
Communicate clearly and effectively with County FAs and drive adherence to the communications framework
Support the implementation and ongoing compliance of Safeguarding 365 Standard, the Code of Governance for County FAs, Financial Operating Guidance and other standards/models that are in place from time to time
Performance manage County FAs against their business strategies, operational plans and KPI progress
Support County FAs in: Recruiting, retaining and developing excellent people who are proud to serve the game. Using research, insight and measurement to understand their stakeholders and location to aid decision making and delivery. Building a strong financial and commercial base to ensure sustainability. Creating effective leadership and governance structures to meet modern-day challenges
Personally, provide excellent service levels to County FAs; responding to communications / requests for support and embedding a culture of customer excellence
Champion the perspective of County FAs and delivery partners across The FA and with key partners, elevating their profile and the recognition of the work undertaken at local level
Support County FAs to implement effective performance management systems, including the recruitment, retention and development of staff and volunteers and create a culture of high performance
Prioritise time spent in County FAs through a risk evaluation process, ensuring that time is spent as effectively as possible, dealing with conflict and managing change
Build a culture of trust between the County FAs and The FA
Drive a culture of continuous improvement, aligned with The FA Grassroots Football Strategy
Support the implementation of the County FA Operation Model and any future model developed
Execute additional tasks as required to meet FA Group changing priorities
Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure that the highest standards of health, safety, and well-being can be maintained
Qualification
Required
Business / Sport development qualification
Strong influencing skills in the areas of strategy and policy
Experience of FA programmes and grassroots football
Track record of creating effective, detailed business strategies to achieve a range of outcomes
Previous line management of team members
Success in leading transformational change programmes
Broad business development skills covering the areas of people, service, standards, compliance, governance and finance
Experience in developing successful partnerships and attracting investment
Ability to gain buy-in to equality objectives
Strategic management, policy implementation and business improvement experience
Ability to evaluate risk, manage conflict and oversee change
Experience achieving results through performance management
Relationship management skills through coaching and mentoring
Valid UK driver's license
Preferred
Knowledge of the FA Grassroots Football Strategy
Knowledge of financial and HR management
CEO and/or regional management experience
History of working in partnership with County FAs
Understanding of the political and functional workings of Local Authorities, Sport England and other partners
Experience in shared service models
Health and safety skills / qualification
Project management skills / qualification
Understanding of data analysis
Benefits
Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being.
Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park.
Free private medical cover.
A contributory pension scheme.
An additional 'Thank You' days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave (based on a full-time, permanent contract.)
A hybrid working model which offers greater flexibility.
Company
The Football Association
English Football Association covering the England national teams and the Emirates FA Cup.
Founded in 1863
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mark Bullingham
Chief Executive Officer
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