PERSON SPECIFICATION

COMMUNITY SPORTS ACTIVATOR

ESSENTIAL / DESIRABLE
Education and
Key Knowledge / Knowledge and understanding of evidence based strategies for increasing physical activity levels among communities.
A good understanding of community development, sport, volunteering and how to motivate, inspire and enthuse others including; a sound understanding of equality and diversity agendas and the barriers and motivators for active and inactive people.
A thorough understanding of the wider determinants of health and the benefits of sport and activity for communities, including; understanding of the societal aspects of sport and the barriers faced by people living in deprived wards.
IT literate (Microsoft Office skills including and word, excel, access etc.). / Ideally be qualified to degree level or equivalent.
At least 1 recognised National Governing Body of Sport Coaching Qualification at level 2.
Emergency First Aid Certificate.
Sports Coach UK “Safeguarding and Protecting Children 1” Certificate (or equivalent).
Training/knowledge of Health and Safety requirements in relation to sport.
Knowledge of the application of appropriate manual handling techniques to the relocation of sports equipment.
Relevant Skills and
Experience / Proven experience in sport, health, physical activity or community development.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Effective time management skills.
Highly motivated with the enthusiasm to inspire and motivate others to participate in sport to provide wider impacts on a community.
Experience in delivering monitoring and evaluating community programme. / Experience in successfully managing budgets.
Experience/training in leading/managing volunteers.
Ability to challenge existing ways of working.
Willingness to consider non-conventional ideas.
ESSENTIAL / DESIRABLE
Relevant Skills and
Experience
Continued / Proven experience in sport, health, physical activity, leisure, volunteer development, education or community settings, including project co-ordination and delivery.
Ability to network effectively and actively encourage partnership working.
Project co-ordination and delivery including monitoring and evaluation.
An understanding of the motivations and needs of volunteers and structures to support this including; negotiation skills and knowledge and enthusiasm for sport and community engagement.
Ability to set aims and objectives and to prioritise and manage workload within a project framework.
Ability to manage competing demands, work methodically, achieve targets and respond flexibly to changing needs and priorities.
Ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally.
Committed to achieving and where possible improving high standards of Service delivery and customer care.
Able to work as part of a team but also use own initiative.
ESSENTIAL / DESIRABLE
Key Competencies
Communication
The ability to use interpersonal skills to communicate clearly and concisely, including the ability to recognise and understand the feelings and concerns of others. / Shows empathy with others’ needs, feelings and motivations, and takes an active interest in their concerns.
Takes time to listen to what others have to say.
Encourages others to ask questions
Maintains confidentiality where required. / Good working knowledge of social media and how to use it effectively and appropriately
Planning and Organising
The ability to plan, prioritise and organise work activities, including ensuring the adequate allocation of resources. / Establishes clearly defined terms of reference for own work area and reviews progress regularly against agreed milestones.
Uses project planning techniques effectively.
Determines the actions and resources necessary to achieve programmes of work.
Identifies future obstacles and takes appropriate action to address these
Develops contingency plans to address areas of particular uncertainty.
Customer Focus
The ability to work collaboratively, in teams and with partners, both inside and outside the organisation, to achieve common goals and to improve the quality of service. / Understands who the service’s customers are, and their relevant requirements from own area of operations and its services.
Considers customer feedback and anticipates future customer requirements.
Contributes to establishing clear customer service and quality standards for the service.
ESSENTIAL / DESIRABLE
Special Requirements / Flexibility in terms of hours and duties, including evening and weekend working.
Flexible approach and willing to travel to and attend meetings at various venues/locations within the and outside of the Borough both during and outside of normal working hours at in order to meet the needs of the programme.
Commitment to health promotion.
Able to work indoors and outdoors and participate with formal and informal sports groups.
Equality / Acceptance of and commitment to the principles underlying the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy.