Football Development Manager (Aston Villa Foundation)

The Football Development Manager is an opportunity for an experienced programme manager to lead and develop a growing department within a busy, dynamic and well-established charitable organisation. The role sits within the Football Development department of the Aston Villa Foundation, part of the Engagement, Sport & Wellbeing division. The postholder leads and inspires a team of staff and oversees the delivery and development of Football Development programmes, including Football in the Community, national and international residentials, and Premier League-funded initiatives such as Everybody's Game.

• Lead and inspire a team of staff within the Football Development department.
• Oversee the delivery and development of Football Development programmes, including Football in the Community, national and international residentials, and Premier League-funded initiatives such as Everybody's Game.
• Maintain high standards of delivery across the department's programmes.
• Develop staff within the department.
• Strengthen partnerships with a range of partners and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to expand the department's reach.
• Secure sustainable income for the department.
• Maximise the impact of the Foundation's work.
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of the Football Development department.

• Proven track record in programme development, operational management and delivering high-quality football and community-based initiatives.
• Experience of leading and developing teams.
• Experience of managing programmes and budgets.
• Experience of building effective relationships with a range of partners and stakeholders.
• Strong track record of identifying opportunities for growth, improving programme quality and developing new initiatives that support organisational priorities and deliver meaningful outcomes.
• A genuine passion for football development, community engagement and the role sport can play in creating positive opportunities for individuals and communities.
• A motivated, forward-thinking and experienced manager.
• A satisfactory enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service may be required prior to starting in the role.

• Villa Park, with requirements to travel to and from community sessions
• 35 hours per week, including evenings and weekends

• Autonomy in the role.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• The chance to make a real difference within a vibrant and rewarding working environment.
• Access to a range of staff benefits, detailed in the Staff Benefits booklet.

Its Engagement, Sport & Wellbeing division was established to complement the organisation's 2024–2028 strategic plan and brings together several departments that provide a wide range of opportunities for children, young people and communities through sport, education, personal development and learning.