VACANCY: FC United Women's Team Manager

FC United are inviting applications for the position of Women’s Team Manager - This is a voluntary, but key role, which it is envisaged, will oversee progress of the team on and off the pitch and further strengthen both the team and club’s profile.

FC United are inviting applications for the position of Women’s Team Manager. This is a voluntary, but key role, which it is envisaged, will oversee progress of the team on and off the pitch and further strengthen both the team and club’s profile.

The team currently plays in Division 1 South of the NW Women’s Regional League. The club has ambitious plans for the side, which we hope that the successful candidate shares and could help to implement.

ROLE SUMMARY

Job Title: Women’s Team Manager

Location: Home matches and training are usually held on the 3G pitch at the clubs ground: Broadhurst Park, 310 Lightbowne Road, Manchester M40 0FJ

Terms: Permanent, part time position, the role typically involves approximately 15 hours per week. Subject to six months probationary period and achievement of key targets.

Salary: This is a voluntary position, although out of pocket expenses may be reimbursed.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The post holder will have responsibility for managing the team, as well as overseeing coaching sessions, which are currently held every Wednesday.

To develop and maintain an excellent working relationship with the club’s administrators.

Ensure logistical arrangements around match days and training sessions are fully met.

To represent the club at league meetings.

To ensure development of the team and individuals to clearly demonstrate improvement.

To attend club social events, supporter meetings etc…

To maintain current levels of media interaction, particularly with the club’s in-house media channels.

To further integrate the team into the club’s football structure.

PERSON SPECIFICATION: Essential (E) / Preferred (P)

Experience of managing of a women’s team (P)

To demonstrate experience and a verifiable record of managing at a similar or higher level than D1S NW WRL. (P)

Holder of a FA Level 2 coaching qualification or higher. (E)

Team-working and interpersonal skills, the ability to work well with people at all levels. (E)

Attention to detail and a well-organised approach to managing the team. (E)

Knowledge of FC United’s history, ethos and a firm commitment to FC United’s founding principles. (E)

Ability to prioritise work and to work well under pressure (P).

A commitment to setting the highest standards in terms of behaviour, application and performance. (E).

Ability to innovate and identify opportunities for both personal development and better ways of working. (P)

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants are asked to submit their CV and a covering letter, demonstrating their suitability for the post to vivware@fc-utd.co.uk

Please attach any supporting evidence in relation to your skills, qualifications and experience and provide details of two suitable references that may be contacted. (NB: References will only be taken following the selection of the successful candidate).

Deadline for applications is noon Sunday 13th November 2016.

Interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held the week commencing 14th November 2016. For shortlisted candidates, in addition to the ‘formal’ interview, it is expected that a short practical exercise will be undertaken, to further test coaching and inter-personal skills.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact petercranmer@fc-utd.co.uk.


FC United is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We are committed to ensuring that all candidates for employment and voluntary roles at the Club are treated fairly, and that selection is based solely on the individual merits of candidates and on selection criteria relevant to the post.