Description
Introduction Scottish Student Sport (SSS) seeks an outstanding individual to join the senior staff team. Working closely with the Chief Operating Officer and Regional SSS staff, the successful candidate will manage and co-ordinate SSS’ sports development work, with particular emphasis on building local and regional infrastructure, promoting best practice and developing key partnerships with internal and external groups.
Job Title: SSS Head of Development
Salary: Salary Grade 6 plus 15%: £32,581 to £37,738 (salary will be pro-rata for approx. 7-month appointment)
Contract : Fixed Term Contract until 31/07/21 Full Time 35 hours per week Secondment (internal or external) possible
About SSS
SSS is a members’ organisation for colleges and universities across Scotland, providing students with sport and physical activity opportunities. SSS is at the heart of a network of over 600 clubs and just shy of 40,000 participants. It delivers organised sports competition and a range of sports development services to support excellence and champion the role of student sport. SSS is supported by sportscotland, SFC and BUCS. Further information can be found on the SSS about page.
The Role The Head of Development is a key member of the SSS senior staff, with responsibility for all Development aspects of the SSS.
Strategic Plan : working with members, volunteers and partners to build capacity and improve the quality of provision within student sport.
The successful candidate will line manage SSS’ three Regional Development Coordinators, and report to the Chief Operating Officer.
The post requires a demonstrable track record in sports development and project management and proven successful line management experience.
Scottish Student Sport is committed to the development and wellbeing of its staff team, providing opportunities for further learning and volunteering and also team activities.
A friendly and nurturing environment, and is a friendly and nurturing place to work. True to its values, SSS operates a team-centric, friendly and nurturing environment, and holds an IIP Gold Award.
Application Procedure : The closing date for applications is 17:00 on 7th December 2020. All applications must be made online via the University of Edinburgh website. For further information please contact: Stew Fowlie – Chief Operating Officer on 07903 891 497 or [email protected] Interviews & Start Date Interviews will take place online via Zoom on 14th December, with candidates being notified by 21st December. The post will ideally commence in January. If invited for an interview you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK.
