At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a respected charity, driving growth and community impact through sport.
- Company: Join Sported, a leading sport-for-development charity making a difference across the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and the chance to shape grassroots sport.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for ambitious leaders to make a real impact.
- Why this job: Be a key player in transforming communities through the power of sport.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership experience and a passion for social change through sport.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 100000 £ per year.
Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Based: London (hybrid working arrangements). Regular presence in the London office is expected to support team leadership, collaboration and stakeholder engagement, alongside attendance at Board and key external meetings.
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
The Organisation
Sported is one of the UK's leading sport-for-development charities, supporting more than 5,000 community groups across the UK to use sport and physical activity as a catalyst for positive social change. Through a combination of volunteer expertise, grants, learning and strategic partnerships, Sported helps grassroots organisations become stronger, more sustainable and more impactful. Having undergone significant growth and transformation in recent years, Sported is entering an exciting new chapter. With a clear strategy, strong foundations and a respected national profile, the organisation is well positioned to increase its reach, influence and impact across communities throughout the UK.
The Role
Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Chief Executive Officer will lead Sported through its next phase of growth and development. This is an opportunity to build on a strong platform, strengthening financial sustainability, deepening partnerships and increasing the organisation's influence across the sport and social impact sectors.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the delivery of Sported's strategy and long-term vision.
- Strengthening income generation and long-term sustainability.
- Developing high-performing teams, culture and organisational capability.
- Acting as Sported's principal ambassador with key stakeholders, funders and partners.
- Increasing the organisation's profile, reach and influence nationally.
- Ensuring strong governance, operational performance and impact delivery.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a highly respected national charity and help shape the future of grassroots sport and community development across the UK.
The Candidate
We are seeking an ambitious, values-led leader with the credibility, strategic capability and commercial acumen to guide Sported through its next chapter. Outstanding candidates may come from a variety of sectors and backgrounds. You will bring:
- A successful track record of leading a complex organisation, business unit or function with responsibility for strategy, performance and delivery.
- Experience of organisational growth, transformation or performance improvement.
- A demonstrable ability to secure income, develop partnerships and build sustainable funding streams.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen, balancing mission, impact and sustainability.
- Experience of working with Boards and building effective senior stakeholder relationships.
- A track record of leading and developing high-performing teams through change and growth.
- Excellent communication and ambassadorial skills, with the ability to represent Sported at the highest levels.
- A genuine commitment to Sported's mission and the role sport can play in creating stronger communities.
Previous Chief Executive experience would be welcomed, though it is not essential. Above all, candidates will bring a genuine passion for sport for development and a strong belief in the role sport and physical activity can play in tackling inequality, creating opportunity and strengthening communities.
Closing date for applications (CV and covering letter): 9am Thursday 17th September
Chief Executive Officer employer: Sported
Sported is an exceptional employer that champions innovation and community impact, providing a dynamic work culture where your contributions directly enhance grassroots initiatives across the UK. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer opportunities for professional development and collaboration, ensuring that you can thrive while making a meaningful difference in the lives of communities. Join us to be part of a mission-driven team that values evidence-based decision-making and empowers you to lead transformative data strategies.
