Barn Elms Boathouse – Club and Partnership Liaison

Barn Elms are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Club and Partnership Liaison to join their Leisure team at Barn Elms Boathouse.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversee the full lifecycle of Barn Elms Boathouse membership processes, including reviewing applications, issuing welcome documentation, coordinating induction sessions, and managing membership fee collection.
• Liaise with coaching staff to ensure timely and accurate processing of all squad race entries and related invoicing.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for squad attendance at events and regattas.
• Attend races with squads to provide operational oversight and real‑time support, ensuring smooth execution of logistics and representing the club professionally at external events.
• Plan and deliver regular stakeholder and membership meetings, including setting agendas, circulating relevant documentation, recording minutes, and tracking follow‑up actions to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Lead on internal and external communication with members, stakeholders, and the wider community through newsletters, email updates, and public announcements.
• Ensure consistent messaging and timely information dissemination.
• Collaborate with coaching staff to produce engaging post‑event reports, including performance analysis and athlete success stories, to showcase the impact of the club’s programmes.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to plan and deliver fundraising activities.
• Work closely with coaches and the wider management team to identify priority areas for investment and ensure funds are allocated effectively.
• Line manage rowing coaches and other operational staff, providing clear leadership, ongoing support, and professional development opportunities to ensure high‑quality delivery and team cohesion.
• Support and co‑lead on the planning and delivery of community and squad rowing sessions, ensuring sessions are inclusive, safe, and aligned with the club’s development goals.
• Work with your line manager to identify your own support needs and undertake continual personal and professional development.
• Comply with Enable’s Codes of practice and conduct, including policies and procedures concerning data protection, health and safety and safeguarding.
• Be committed to the promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion for others, both colleagues and clients.
• Create and maintain a safe, supportive and welcoming environment where all people are treated with dignity and their identity and culture are valued and respected.
• Report any instances of inappropriate behaviour or discrimination.
• Ensure data is kept securely in line with data protection law and Enable LC’s procedures.
• Be fully aware of the principles of safeguarding as they apply to children and vulnerable adults in relation to your work role.
• Always follow safeguarding procedures and ensure that your line manager is kept fully informed of any safeguarding concerns.

Skills and Experience:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders including rowers, coaches, club officials, and external partners.
• Proven track record in building and maintaining strong professional relationships across multiple organisations.
• Experience in conflict resolution and diplomatic problem‑solving.
• Minimum 2 years experience in sports administration, event coordination, or club management.
• Understanding of rowing sport structure, competitions, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience organising or supporting sporting events, regattas, or competitions.
• Proficiency in database management and record‑keeping systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Personal rowing experience as an athlete, coach, or official.
• Understanding of British Rowing governance structures and affiliated club networks.
• Familiarity with regatta organisation and competition formats.

Personal Attributes:

• Passionate about rowing and promoting the sport.
• Self‑motivated with ability to work independently.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within the rowing community.
• Professional demeanour with strong ethical standards.

Benefits:

• 30 days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), 3 additional free days off at Christmas.
• Life Insurance.
• Reward Schemes (RewardHub Membership, wellbeing budgets and cycle to work).
• A variety of social and wellbeing activities each month.
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Perks (Monthly talks, Wellbeing Hour, etc).
• Free Gym Membership.
• Free breakfasts/snacks.

Enable is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Reports to: Boathouse Operations Manager

Based: Barn Elms Boathouse

Type: Permanent, Part Time

Application Dates: From Wednesday 2nd July 2025 to Thursday 31st July 2025.