Community Programmes Manager in Birmingham

Help shape the future of community cricket! We're looking for an experienced Community Programmes Manager to lead a portfolio of funded programmes that break down barriers, increase participation and create lasting opportunities for people across Warwickshire and Birmingham.

Based at Edgbaston Stadium, you'll oversee the delivery and growth of key community programmes including Wicketz, ACE, Chance to Shine Street and Dynamos Intros, leading a team of passionate staff and coaches while managing key partnerships with organisations including the ECB, Chance to Shine, Lord's Taverners and local authorities. You'll play a pivotal role in developing strategy, identifying new opportunities, managing programme budgets and ensuring our work delivers measurable impact in the communities we serve.

We're looking for someone with experience of developing and managing community sport or physical activity programmes, alongside strong leadership, budget and stakeholder management skills. You'll have a proven track record of delivering funded projects, measuring impact and achieving performance targets, with a genuine commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Excellent planning, communication and organisational skills are essential, as is the ability to build effective partnerships, inspire others and lead high‑performing teams.

If you're passionate about using sport to make a lasting difference and want to help shape the future of community cricket, we'd love to hear from you!

Benefits

• Engaging Environment: Immerse yourself in the exciting world of cricket, surrounded by individuals who are dedicated to the sport.
• Cutting‑Edge Facilities: Work at Edgbaston Stadium, a world‑class facility that hosts some of the most thrilling cricket and live events.
• Exciting Benefits: Enjoy perks like free on‑site parking, enhanced pension contributions, private healthcare, Christmas shut down, wellness week, and more!
• Career Development: Grow your career with development opportunities and the chance to make your mark in the cricket industry.
• Team Spirit: Join a team that celebrates success, supports one another, and makes a real impact.

Right to Work in the UK Statement

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, Warwickshire Cricket are unable to sponsor work visas. Therefore, please do not apply if you do not have the right to work in the UK. Before employment commences, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Disability Confident Committed

Warwickshire Cricket are proud to be a Disability Confident committed employer, dedicated to ensuring a fair and accessible hiring process for all applicants. As part of this commitment, we guarantee that any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria for a vacancy will be offered an interview.

Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy Statement

We will ensure that all existing and potential employees receive equal consideration, and are committed to the elimination of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of gender, race, disability, ethnic and national origin, nationality, sexuality, marital status, responsibility for dependants, religion, trade union activity and age.

It is the intention of Warwickshire Cricket that its work force, at all levels, should reflect the composition of the City's population. To achieve this Warwickshire Cricket will take active and positive steps to eliminate discrimination, reduce the effects of past discrimination and to promote equality in employment.

Please note that any personal data, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) information, will be anonymised and not reviewed during the shortlisting process, ensuring a fair and unbiased selection.

Safeguarding Statement

Warwickshire Cricket is proud to be at the forefront of safeguarding in cricket. Our commitment extends beyond the cricket field, emphasising the importance of fostering an atmosphere of trust, respect, and protection. Through continuous training, awareness programmes, and the implementation of best practices, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered.

We understand the responsibility that comes with engaging with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we remain vigilant in upholding the highest standards of safeguarding in all facets of our operations. As such, roles involving any type of Regulated Activity or any interaction with children, young people or vulnerable adults are subjected to a safer recruitment process: ECB DBS clearance is mandatory before taking up the role.

Safer Recruitment Statement

Warwickshire Cricket are firmly committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for children and adults to enjoy the game. It is essential that Safer Recruitment practices are followed to ensure all staff and volunteers are suitable for their role, appropriately vetted and supported by the club.