The Place Development Manager will play a key role at Energize with a particular focus on Place-based working, aligning to our Strategy and developing plans aligned with place expansion investment through Sport England.
A Place Development Manager will work to connect, collaborate, empower, and create the environment and culture where people feel confident to be active in a way that suits them. The work is achieved by considering how we can best listen and understand our communities, coproducing opportunities needed and collaborating with stakeholders to influence change.
Salary: Starting at £32,000-37,000 per annum depending on experience.
A 12-month contract will be offered, with potential for extension subject to further funding.
Post status: Full time (37 hours per week) fitted around weekday office hours. The post will require some evening and occasional weekend working.
Location: Telford focus – We are expecting the role to have shared office space in Telford along with engagement across Telford communities. There are opportunities to work from home along with office space with the wider Energize team based near Shrewsbury town centre.
Organisation structure: The post will come under the direct line management of the Head of Operations at Energize.
We believe the ideal candidate will have all these skills or experience:
Qualifications & Training
* Confident with Microsoft Windows, experienced in the use of email, spreadsheets, and other IT-based information management systems.
* Committed to continuous improvement and professional development.
Knowledge & Experience
* Understanding of communities most in need, and committed to reducing inequalities through physical activity and movement.
* Recognises the importance of lived experience and utilising co-production in enabling change.
* Has experience of working collaboratively with external partners and leaders at all levels, including community leaders, senior public sector leaders, and local councillors to develop and/or deliver a shared purpose.
* Understands the value of learning and evaluation and can embed this within work.
* Recognises the role of interpreting data and insight and how it is used to inform work themes.
Personal skills & attributes
* Understands principles of active listening – is inquisitive, curious, and is skilled in facilitating conversations.
* Is an excellent communicator – writing, speaking, and presenting to a variety of audiences utilising a range of IT platforms and equipment.
* Is motivated and able to plan, organise, and prioritise their own workload to meet deadlines.
* Is approachable and able to work well as part of an effective team.
Special working conditions
* The post holder will need to be able to travel across Telford using public transport or own means of travel. Business insurance will be required if a personal car is utilised for work journeys.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £32,000.00-£37,000.00 per year
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Shrewsbury, SY3 8BU
Application deadline: 11/02/2025
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