Development Director – Partnerships and Place
* Contractual hours – 37
* Basis – Full time
* Package – Fixed term until 1 April 2027, with anticipated funding to extend beyond the initial term
* Job reference – T01843
Are you a dynamic leader passionate about creating the conditions for change and making physical activity and sport more accessible across the Tees Valley? We are seeking an experienced Development Director for Partnerships and Place to join our forward-thinking team at Tees Valley Sport, part of the national Active Partnership network.
The successful candidate will drive collaborative relationships with key stakeholders including Sport England, local authorities, health partners, and community organizations to implement our place-based, whole system approach to tackling inactivity and inequalities.
You will have overall responsibility for our work on Sport England’s Place expansion investment within the Tees Valley, representing TVS at national conferences and forums, demonstrating the value of the investment, and leading a high-performing team.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in project management, stakeholder engagement, and strategic influence. A thorough understanding of whole system change and a strong grasp of Sport England’s “Uniting the Movement” strategy are essential.
We are looking for someone who is committed to:
* Catalyzing change
* Engagement with senior leaders
* Creating a positive working culture
* Leading high-performing teams
* Using insight and intelligence to inform strategic decision-making
* Being passionate about creating the conditions for people to be active
Informal enquiries are welcome. To discuss this opportunity further or for questions, please contact Robin Bedford, Executive Director (Tees Valley Sport), via email at r.a.bedford@tees.ac.uk.
Please note that the University may ask you to participate in selection activities as part of the recruitment process. If shortlisted, your interview will be in person on campus, scheduled for 30 May 2025.
This position qualifies for University sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route due to UKVI minimum salary thresholds.
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What we offer you:
* The University’s Annual Leave runs from 1 August to 31 July, including 259 hours (35 days) paid leave plus statutory bank holidays.
* Additional leave over Christmas and New Year during the holiday closure.
* Special leave for various circumstances.
* Support for personal development and recognition.
* Family-friendly benefits.
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More details about our benefits and the employee benefits brochure are available here. For further information on this and other posts at Teesside University, please apply directly through our website, as we do not use third-party application collators.
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