FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER REFEREES
FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (REFEREES)
FULL TIME (FIXED CONTRACT TO 30TH JUNE 2024)
SALARY BANDING £27000 - £33000 PER ANNUM
The Nottinghamshire Football Association is looking to appoint a full time Football Development
Officer with lead responsibility for Referees.
Reporting directly to the Head of Football Operations, the successful applicant will be required to
support delivery of The FA National Game Strategy, FA Referee Strategy and the
Nottinghamshire FA Business Strategy.
The role will lead on the recruitment, retention and development of referees in Nottinghamshire
whilst contributing to the effective implementation of The FA’s Safeguarding Operating Standard
for County FA’s.
Good communication, interpersonal and influencing skills are essential to this role along with
experience of refereeing and/or referee development.
Whilst the role is office based you will be required to have a flexible approach to working hours
as these may include evenings and weekends. Due to the current Covid-19 situation the ability
to work remotely is required.
The successful applicant must hold a valid and current driving licence.
To discuss the role please contact Marc Birkett, Football Development Officer (Clubs, Leagues &
Workforce) on 07956 020606 or marc.birkett@nottinghamshirefa.com
To apply please email a CV and covering letter to marc.birkett@nottinghamshirefa.com
The closing date for applications is 5pm Sunday 26th September 2021
Interviews will take place week commencing 4th October 2021
The Nottinghamshire Football Association is committed to equality of opportunity and welcome
applications from all sections of the community.
As this role will involve direct access to young persons under the age of eighteen, within
the context of the job or any subsequently related activities or responsibilities, the
successful candidate will undergo a thorough screening process, which will include a
Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure, to ensure their suitability for the role.