England Hockey's facility work is critical and focuses on the need to protect, improve and develop hockey facility provision. An updated Facilities Strategy, alongside the development of a facility loan scheme, provides an exciting opportunity for the facilities team to collectively improve and increase hockey provision across the country. Working as part of the wider Development Department, the Facility Development Manager will be responsible for supporting the implementation of the England Hockey Facilities Strategy, helping to develop effective working relationships with clubs, Sport England, other NGBs, local authorities, education sites, and Industry partners, and demonstrating effective working practices to ensure appropriate resource is focused on the right projects / work areas at the right times. The role is predominantly home-based, with responsibility for managing a portfolio of projects/Playing Pitch Strategies within a set geographical area as required by England Hockey. To carry out the role, applicants are required to hold a current, clean driving license, have access to their own vehicle, and be willing to undertake site visits. Occasional visits to England Hockey Head Office in Bisham, Marlow are also required.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Manage the day-to-day implementation of local facility plans, as per the EH Facilities Strategy. Work with the Club Development Managers to select projects/sites for support/investment using data and insight where available to support wider business objectives (Youth Strategy, ED&I, Loan Scheme)
* Case manage identified projects on a live project list, in order to protect, improve or develop facilities used for hockey – this will include all aspects of facility development including planning, design, technical guidance, revenue generation and financial modelling
* As part of the facilities team, ensure effective hockey representation on all relevant Sport England facility planning and funding meetings and consultations
* Contribute to the delivery of EH Strategic outcomes (protect, improve, develop) within Local Authority areas in the production of the Playing Pitch Strategies
* Help to maximise investment into hockey facilities from external sources (s106, Grants, CIL etc)
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