Football Operations Officer – Memberships & Competitions
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Derbyshire County FA is the governing body for football in Derbyshire. We’re responsible for leading, serving, and developing the grassroots game - supporting clubs, leagues, volunteers, and players across the county.
Our mission is to make football safe, inclusive, and enjoyable for everyone. We pride ourselves on our values of Innovation, Inspiration, and Inclusion, using football as a force for good across Derbyshire communities.
The Role
We’re looking for a proactive and organised Football Operations Officer to support the delivery of grassroots football across Derbyshire.
You’ll play a key part in managing County Cup competitions, supporting club and league membership, and ensuring the smooth running of football operations in line with The FA’s Grassroots Football Strategy.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who’s detail‑focused, passionate about football, and ready to make an impact.
What You’ll Do
* Lead and support the affiliation and membership process for clubs each season.
* Administer County Cup competitions, including entries, draws, and finals coordination.
* Support with discipline administration, player registration, and general operations.
* Provide excellent customer service to clubs, leagues, and referees.
* Ensure compliance with FA safeguarding and equality standards.
* Support the sanctioning of leagues and competitions in line with FA regulations.
* Assist with diversity and inclusion initiatives across Derbyshire football.
* Help deliver Derbyshire FA and FA National Game Strategy priorities.
About You
Essential skills & experience:
* Experience in an administrative or operational role.
* Strong IT skills, especially Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
* Excellent organisational and communication skills.
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
* Commitment to inclusion, equality, safeguarding, and best practice.
* Knowledge of FA systems (Full-Time, Whole Game System, Platform for Football).
* Understanding of grassroots club and league structures.
* Experience using CRM systems (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics).
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
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