Federations & Governing Bodies
Liverpool County FA - Community Development Officer EDI
Entry Level
Liverpool, United Kingdomhybrid
Full time
Apply by 27/11/2026
Job description
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Communities, the role supports the delivery of The FA's Grassroots Football Strategy and Liverpool County FA's 2024–2028 Strategy. It focuses on creating more inclusive opportunities and making a positive difference to communities across Merseyside, working across Liverpool, Knowsley, Sefton, St Helens, Halton, Warrington and West Lancashire. The post-holder joins a talented team supporting grassroots football, developing community partnerships and helping England Football Accredited Clubs to thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of The FA's Grassroots Football Strategy and Liverpool County FA's 2024–2028 Strategy.
- Build and maintain relationships with key community partners, including local organisations, professional club foundations and Active Partnerships.
- Support the development of thriving community clubs and create sustainable football opportunities within local communities.
- Lead on the delivery of the FA A Game For All Standard.
- Support the delivery of Liverpool County FA's Local Disability Football Plan, including the Para Talent Hub, Ability Counts Football League and SEND school leagues.
- Support the recruitment, development and retention of volunteers, coaches and referees from diverse backgrounds.
- Coordinate Liverpool County FA's Inclusion Advisory Group meetings.
- Use insight and data to identify under-represented communities and develop opportunities to increase participation.
- Champion equality, diversity and inclusion through collaborative partnership working.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- A passion for the power of football to bring people together.
- Experience of working with community groups and supporting volunteers.
- A full UK driving licence is essential for this role.
- The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Preferred Skills
- A Level education or equivalent.
- A coaching qualification.
- At least two years' experience working with community groups.
- Experience of working with and supporting volunteers.
- The ability to develop effective relationships with partners and stakeholders across different sectors.
- Experience of developing and delivering inclusive programmes, with a strong understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Excellent communication, influencing and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to use data to monitor and evaluate programmes.
- Experience in sports or football development, disability and community organisations, community engagement and project delivery would also be advantageous.
Workplace
- Hybrid working available.
- Working across Liverpool, Knowsley, Sefton, St Helens, Halton, Warrington and West Lancashire.
The Application Process
The recruitment process involves a CV and covering letter application followed by an interview.
- Submit a CV and a covering letter outlining the qualities and experience you would bring to the role and how you would complement the Liverpool County FA team.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview during the week commencing Monday 7 December 2026.
- Candidates who require adjustments or support during the recruitment process should highlight this in their application.
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