Job Description

Position: National Competitions Co-ordinator

Location: ESFA Headquarters, Stafford

Application Deadline: Monday 22nd September 2025

Are you a proactive and detail-oriented administrator with a passion for youth football? The ESFA is looking for a dynamic

National Competitions Co-ordinator

to join our dedicated team and help deliver our prestigious National Cup competition portfolio.

About the Role

As National Competitions Co-ordinator, you will play a key role in managing the ESFA's National Cup portfolio. Your responsibilities will include:

Administering and overseeing the delivery of national competitions Supporting the development and maintenance of sponsor relationships Assisting in the planning and execution of ESFA Cup Finals and related events Ensuring clear, effective communication with schools, County and District Schools' FAs
This is a varied and rewarding role within a small, supportive team, where your ideas and energy will contribute directly to our mission:

to develop children through the means of football

.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who is:

Agile, enthusiastic, and committed to continuous improvement Experienced in administration and event coordination Skilled in stakeholder communication and relationship management Passionate about youth development and football

How to Apply

Please submit the following to

Darren Alcock, Director of Operations,

at darren.alcock@schoolsfa.com:

Your CV, highlighting relevant experience and alignment with the role description A covering letter (maximum 2 sides of A4) outlining how you meet the person specification Our equality monitoring form, which will be anonymised and used solely for EDI monitoring purposes. This data will be removed from your application prior to shortlisting.

Application Deadline:

Monday 22nd September 2025

Shortlisting Notification:

By Friday 26th September 2025

Interviews:

Week commencing Monday 29th September 2025

Additional Information

The ESFA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all communities. We are committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk. Due to the nature of this role. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check through The FA DBS process. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Checks on online presence may be made as part of the application process.

ROLE PROFILE

Job title:

National Competitions Co-ordinator

Salary & benefits:

23,500-25,350

31 days annual leave plus statutory holidays

Non-contributory pension

Occasional flexible working

Responsible to:

Director of Operations (DoO)

Responsible for: -

Primary purpose of role:

Ensuring the effective operation of selected National Competitions and the competitions department and deputising for the Director of Operations where required.

Main responsibilities:

To contribute to the efficient administration of the National Competitions Department (NCD);

To assist in the compilation of competition rules and regulations, and to update the Handbook and website accordingly;

To formulate, with the DoO, the ESFA calendar and to communicate to all counties, districts and schools;

To be responsible for the circulation and processing of competition entry forms for selected competitions;

To ensure that teams participating in competitions are informed of the rules before and throughout the season;

To provide the teams with the necessary documentation for each round of competition;

To ensure that all draws and results files are update and communicated;

To ensure that all deadline dates are adhered to by competing teams and to chase up any missing results;

To maintain the national database for all National Competitions;

To implement the council policy for the staging of all National Competitions finals;

To arrange for the appointment of match officials for appropriate stages of the National Competitions Semi-Finals and Finals;

To assist the DoO in the production of the National Competitions finals' programmes;

To assist the NCM in the production of documentation and ticketing for National Competitions Finals;

To organise the purchase of kits, medals and trophies and arrange for engraving where appropriate;

To attend and support the National Competitions Finals;

To fulfil the financial responsibilities of the role as prescribed in the Financial Regulations;

To participate in training, development and appraisal processes necessary to fulfil the role;

To support the ESFA Council to fulfil its responsibilities;

To act with high standards of professionalism, business integrity and personal conduct at all times;

To act as an ambassador for the ESFA in the conduct of all business;

To comply with the requirements of the staff handbook;

To comply with the Association's safeguarding requirements and to contribute to the delivery of the ESFA's safeguarding plans;

To use best endeavours to support others in the achievement of their objectives;

To conduct any other duties as may reasonably be required by the employer.

Special considerations in this role:

The role will require some travel and occasional overnight stays, as well as periodic weekend working, for which time off in lieu will be offered.

The ESFA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all communities. We are committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk. Due to the nature of this role. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check through The FA DBS process. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Checks on online presence may be made as part of the application process.

Skills

Essential

Educated to A level standard or equivalent

Administrative experience in a customer-focused environment

An understanding of football regulations

Ability to use databases and the ability to quickly learn the ESFA's bespoke software

The ability to accurately manipulate high volumes of information, quickly

The ability to work diligently without constant supervision

A full, clean driving licence

Desirable

An understanding of football disciplinary procedures

An understanding of the school sports environment

Experience of working with a membership organisation

Event co-ordination experience

Staff supervision/mentoring experience

An understanding of child welfare regulations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 23,500.00-25,350.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress On-site parking Work from home
Work Location: In person