Sports / Culture Programme Officer

Company Name: Coventry City Council
Location: England

Did you know Coventry has won the title of UK City of Culture for 2021 and is a host for the Birmingham Commonwealth Games in 2022?

We are looking for people who are flexible and able to work hard as part of a team that is focussed on delivering for the city. Whether that is through projects to drive inclusion, funding schemes to support local organisations, improving our measurement of impact, or working as efficiently as we can, we need the best people to help us to be the best.

We are seeking to grow our team of people who are passionate about sport and culture. If you are looking for a catalyst for your career, a challenge and a chance to shine, this is your opportunity to showcase your skills, and to work on a variety of cultural and sporting programmes across the city creating the legacy our City deserves.

Imagine having that success on your CV!

We are a strong team and want natural leaders, great communicators and team-players with a can-do attitude who enjoy bringing people together to make great things happen.

You’ll need to understand the vital role of culture and sport in building stronger communities, improving health and wellbeing and enhancing our reputation. Roles will be flexibly deployed, offering the opportunity to learn new skills, and work alongside colleagues with different perspectives, as well as bringing your capabilities, enthusiasm and resourcefulness to the table.

We have five new posts on a variety of fixed term contracts ranging between one and two years, with the possibility of extension, spread across our development work for sport and culture. If you have what it takes, please upload your CV with a covering letter and excite us with your passion about the cause, the principles and practice of working within these sectors.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity, please call Val Birchall on 02476 972734.

Working Hours: 37.0 Hours per Week

Interview date: Week beginning 2nd December 2019

Please note that this vacancy will be taken off WM Jobs from midnight on Monday 28th October until midday on Wednesday 30th October. You will be unable to apply during this time. If you have started your application prior to this date please ensure you have completed and submitted it before Monday 28th October, as we cannot guarantee saved applications will still be available after this date.

Benefits

In return, we can offer you an excellent pension scheme, 'MyCar' scheme, flexible working, interest-free loans on annual travel cards, discounts at a number of city centre restaurants, shops and other establishments.

Coventry City Council is committed to delivering the best possible services and improving the quality of life for Coventry people. In order to do this effectively we aim to have a workforce that represents the diverse communities we serve, embracing and utilising the broad range of skills, experiences and perspectives this brings.

We are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for all. This includes making adjustments or changes for people who have a disability or long-term health condition.

Key Requirements

This Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is covered by the Code of Practice on the English language fluency for public sector workers.

Please note we will communicate any interview arrangements with you via email, so please check your email and WMJobs account on a regular basis after submitting your application.

This vacancy and advert will be closed as soon as sufficient applications are received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible.

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Need help with your application?

If you would like support in completing your application, then help is available at the Job Shop.

Coventry City Council’s Job Shop is a free service for all Coventry residents. Come in and see one of our dedicated advisers and receive 1 to 1 support.

We are open Monday-Friday 9.15-4.30pm (Thursday 10.30)

Address: 1 Bull Yard, Coventry, CV1 1LH

Phone: 024 7678 5740

Email: jobshop@coventry.gov.uk

Website: http://www.coventry.gov.uk/jobshop
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Salary £26,317 - £32,029 per annum

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