Leicestershire & Rutland County FA (LRCFA) is inviting applications for the position of Referee Development Officer. The role will focus on recruiting and converting new referees by leading the delivery of referee courses and providing post-course support.

Additionally, the role will involve overseeing the appointment of match officials for County Cup competitions and other assignments, such as Leicester City Football Club academy games. This position will report to our Referee Development Lead, allowing them to focus more on retaining and progressing match officials throughout the referee pathway.

We are seeking applications from individuals who share our values of being progressive, respectful, collaborative, and inclusive. In return, you will contribute to the Association’s overall aim of Inspiring Positive Change through football across Leicestershire and Rutland by uniting communities, tackling inequalities, and improving public health.

Take a look at the recruitment pack, which includes the job description below.

About the Role:

• You'll identify, manage, and develop relationships with key partners to meet the strategic objectives of the LRCFA.
• You'll tutor referee courses as required to meet the needs of the organisation.
• You'll Implement strategies to convert new referees, with a particular focus on overseeing the development of the Referee Friendly Club Programme.
• You'll administer County FA match official appointments in line with policies and procedures.

Why Join Us?

• This is a unique opportunity! For the first time, the County FA will have two full-time staff members dedicated to referee development.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Free gym membership.
• A flexible approach to working, enabling you to balance the demands of the role with personal circumstances.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme.
  
  

Application Process

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LRCFA is committed to equality of opportunity for all. We would welcome applications from women, people with Disabilities and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Communities as they are currently underrepresented within the organisation.

The closing date for applications is 10am, Monday 4^th November 2024. Interviews will take place at Holmes Park on the week commencing 11^th November 2024.

For more information and to apply, please read the full Job Application pack here.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Chris Hodson, Referee Development Lead: Chris.Hodson@Leicestershirefa.com