Support the ongoing implementation and management of the sustainability plan, in line with the England Golf Strategy 2025-2030 – strategic goal to ‘educate & influence on sustainability’.
Working Relationships:
Internal:
* Head of Sustainability – regular communication & engagement.
* Development & Membership team (RMs & CCSOs) – communication & support.
* Communication team – to support specific campaigns & engagement.
* Unified Counties, Unions & Associations – communication & promotion.
* Golf clubs – communication with paid workforce & volunteers.
External:
* GB&I sustainability group – stakeholder engagement, including Home Nations.
* The R&A – aligning sustainability planning & messaging.
* Member organisations such as BIGGA, GCMA - to advocate to workforce.
* Other key stakeholders and organisations – as per alignment to the plan.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
* Support the implementation of the England Golf sustainability plan 2025-2030.
* Coordinate the connectivity and education of internal stakeholders, counties, and golf clubs in line with the sustainability plan.
* Contribute to a sustainability promotional & advocacy campaign aligned to the plan, working closely with the communications team.
* Support the Head of Sustainability in collaborating with the R&A on sustainability projects, including Golf Course 2030.
* Assist in reducing carbon emissions across the organization, including championships/events, in collaboration with consultants and colleagues.
* Support the National Golf Centre (NGC) team to ensure sustainable practices are identified and implemented across the business.
* Identify changes to make our workplace greener, working closely with Human Resources.
* Educate and support the Development & Membership team to provide guidance for golf clubs on key issues (water, energy, biodiversity).
* Support the England Golf annual awards in the sustainability category.
* Contribute to the sustainability annual operational & financial plan, including local implementation.
* Deputise for the Head of Sustainability as needed.
* Perform other duties as reasonably requested.
Dimensions/Resources:
Staff:
* N/A
* Support with budget control where required.
Administrative:
* External meetings with key stakeholders, groups & organisations.
* Supporting role in GB&I Sustainability group.
* Supporting role in internal sustainability working group.
* Team meetings, full staff meetings.
* Presenting at county/club update meetings & workshops if required.
Location:
England Golf Headquarters, Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire, hybrid working or potential to work from home. If working remotely, it is expected that time is spent at the headquarters at least 2 to 3 days every 2 weeks.
Candidate Requirements:
* Sufficient educational attainment to demonstrate ability to carry out the role to the required standard.
* Sound understanding of golf facility management and sustainable practices.
* Ability to build and sustain relationships with staff, volunteers, and partners.
* Ability to empower and influence.
* Preparation and production of clear and detailed reports.
* Capable of gathering and analyzing information.
* Outstanding communication skills, including public speaking.
* Computer literacy in spreadsheets, word processing, and presentation software.
* Friendly and willing to support colleagues and customers.
* Ability to explain information clearly and accurately using appropriate language.
* Confidence and social skills to represent the organization externally.
* Respect for diversity and promotion of equal opportunities.
* Experience and interest in sustainability, business management, or environmental science.
* Effective and proven budget management skills.
* Valid driver’s license, as travel is required.
* Degree in business, environmental sciences, environmental management, engineering, or sustainability.
* Experience with carbon footprinting.
* Knowledge of the structure of national, regional, and county-based sport.
* Understanding of golf structures (general, club-based).
* Experience working in business, sport, government, or NGO contexts.
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