Job Description

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR

LOCATION: Manchester

Manchester United Foundation believes every young person should feel empowered to achieve their goals and uses the power of football and Manchester United to support young people to make positive choices in their life.

The Purpose:

The Manchester United Foundation works in some of the most disadvantaged areas taking Manchester United to the heart of the community.




The Street Reds project uses the power of football to give young people an opportunity to pursue their interest in playing, leading, and coaching the game as well as supporting the participation in educational and diversionary activities.




These free sessions are aimed at young people aged 8 -18 and promote inclusivity, provide regular physical activity opportunities and the ability to feel valued as part of a group. Enriching the lives of those who might become isolated. The sessions assist in developing a range of soft skills, increasing social mobility through inter project tournaments, employment and volunteer opportunities.

The Role:

The main responsibility of the role is to coordinate delivery of the Street Reds, Reds Mentoring and other community programmes through football coaching and youth engagement activities on evening projects. Minimum expectation is to be actively working 3 evenings a week to support staff at sessions and to ensure quality assurance is maintained throughout the season.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate high quality Street Reds sessions including support of casual staff and managing venues Support coordination of Youth Engagement & Mentoring programme including referrals To coordinate and devise high quality, impactful workshops to improve participants' personal development Coordinate events, qualification courses, workshops and social action projects Establish and maintain relationships with partners, stakeholders Actively seek additional funding and partnering opportunities Monitoring and reporting to track progress of programmes to ensure objectives are met Collate all relevant data, information and evidence to support funding conditions and any required reports Governance - consent forms, venue bookings, Service Level Agreements are robust, agreed and valid Uphold and promote the Foundation's Safeguarding policy working in conjunction with Manchester United Foundation safeguarding team Provide ongoing training and support to casual workforce Any other reasonable duty as may be assigned that is consistent with the purpose of the role and its level of responsibility, including the need to work flexible hours and travel.

The Person:

Education & Qualifications:

Essential:

Minimum FA Level 2 Coaching In Football (UEFA C) or equivalent required FA Safeguarding qualification (valid) FA Emergency Aid qualification or equivalent (valid) A full clean driving licence

Desirable:

Youth Work qualification

Experience:

A minimum of three years' experience working with children and young people, preferably within a charitable, school or sporting environment. Experience of managing partnerships and programmes, demonstrating a passion for innovation, creativity and excellence. Proven record of developing and supporting individuals aligned to strategic goals, policy and relevant training. Experience of devising, delivering, monitoring and evaluating a variety of projects.

Personal Attributes:

A passion for working and supporting children and young people Ability to work effectively as an individual and as part of a team Strong communication and inter-personal skills Ability to be flexible as role will require working evening hours Ability to lead, motivate and inspire others Excellent organisational and planning skills Attention to detail Ability to achieve targets and KPIs Punctual and reliable

What We Offer:

At Manchester United, we recognise that our people are at the heart of our success. That's why we offer a range of rewards designed to support your professional and personal well-being:

Annual incentive scheme

Wellness Support

with access to mental health resources, digital health checks, and & nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace

Exclusive Discounts

through our United Rewards platform, giving you access to exclusive deals from the club and partners

Gym Facilities

in our onsite locations and opportunities for regular social events and team-building activities

Enhanced family Leave Benefits

and an opportunity to purchase additional holiday days

Enhanced Career Development

with access to professional learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning, and internal training programs

A Supportive Work Environment

that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and individual growth

Our Commitment to You:

At Manchester United, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us stronger. We are committed to building a team where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our recruitment strategy, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Ready to Join Us?

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit your application by Monday 5th January 2026

Manchester United is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and as part of this commitment, all candidates will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check and reference checks.

If you need any adjustments to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, please feel free to contact us, and we will be happy to discuss them with you.

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