Do you want to be part of something extraordinary? Are you ready to step into a dynamic and meaningful role?
We are seeking an organised and proactive Programmes Officer with a keen eye for detail, and experience in events and/or sports sectors. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with passion and initiative to get involved in Recovery events including the delivery of Team UK to the Invictus Games.
As a Team UK Programmes Officer, you'll play a key part in keeping things running smoothly across all programme areas. You'll coordinate the delivery of services for Team UK competitors, friends and family, games guests, volunteers, ambassadors and Team UK Alumni.
As the need for our Recovery Services continues to grow, and as part of our ambitious new strategy, we're expanding our team to reach even more members of the Armed Forces Community. You will work in collaboration with the Recovery Services colleagues to deliver powerful, high-impact Recovery Pathways that help veterans, serving personnel and their families overcome physical and psychological challenges.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
Key responsibilities:
Event coordination: provide support before, during and after Team UK Recovery Service events including Team UK's participation at the Invictus Games, ensuring a high quality experience for beneficiaries and their families. Actively engage with participants and be one of the points of contact during events.
Keep up to date with available support from RBL, statutory and local providers.
Build relationships with friends and family members, encouraging engagement and act as a liaison between internal and external services.
Work together with Recovery colleagues to identify volunteering opportunities, recruit, train and coordinate volunteers and ambassadors within Team UK.
You will be contracted to your home address, and you will perform most of your work remotely using our collaboration tools to work with colleagues. There will be regular travel nationally to attend events, training or meetings, with a potential for international travel in the future.
Find out more about Team UK, how the power of sport has an impact on recovery, and read inspiring stories about how the Invictus Games have helped our beneficiaries: .
Employee benefits include:
28 day's paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%
Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
Opportunities to volunteer
Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
We're currently recruiting a number of exciting roles within Recovery Services - if you're looking to join a supportive, passionate and forward-thinking team, be sure to check out our other roles and find the one that's right for you:
Recovery Case Officer
Recovery Support Officer
Recovery Pathways Coordinator
Recovery Programmes Administrator
Recovery Logistics Coordinator
Sport Development Officer
Team UK Administrator
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
Closing Date: 20th October 2025
Interview Dates: w/c 3rd November 2025
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
If you require the job advert or job description in an alternative format, please contact 0808 802 8080.
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