SUSTAINABILITY (BLUES GO GREEN) CO-ORDINATOR (Fixed Term until July 2029)

Birmingham City Football Club Foundation - Transforming the city through the power of football

Join us at an exciting time of growth and transformation as Birmingham City FC continues to make waves on the world stage. The Foundation harnesses the power of football and sport to improve the lives of tens of thousands of people in Birmingham, helping our community grow alongside the football club. We are proud to be “more than football.”

Are you passionate about working in partnership to drive change and make a difference to the City of Birmingham?

Birmingham City FC Foundation has won a 4 year National Lottery funded project entitled ‘Blues Go Green’.This exciting project is delivered in partnership with Dream Chasers CIC, Birmingham Voluntary Services Council and The Good Work Co-operative.‘Blues Go Green’ will engage the collective footprint of Birmingham City FC and the Foundation, working with partners to reduce climate emissions and increase environmental justice through solution driven change.

The role

Working closely with, Birmingham City FC, partners and other Foundation members you will support the Project Manager of the ‘Blues Go Green’ project, delivering an exciting, innovative and compelling change programme.The project will target people previously excluded from Climate Projects, helping them develop a greater understanding of how their daily actions can positively impact climate and our environment.

The Blues Go Green Coordinator will play a key role in planning, monitoring and evaluating programme interventions and will support schools, parents, communities and other key stakeholders. Delivering and supporting a bespoke 12-week ‘Blues Go Green’ learning programme across our network of primary and secondary schools. The programme is designed to inspire young people to make lifestyle choices that are better for the environment.

The role will also support wider community engagement and delivery within the Blues Go Green programme by sustain environmentally friendly practices. There may be occasions when you will need to manage small groups of casual staff for particular events.

The Team

Birmingham City FC Foundation is growing.The Foundation team are passionate about working together to make change happen.As part of the ‘Blue Go Green’ team you will support the development and delivery of the project.Liaising with Birmingham City Football Club, the Official Supporters Group (OSC), Schools and other partners will be part of the partnership team.

The Person

You will be delivering an exciting project that will leave a legacy for years to come. You must have experience of working with the community, young people and children.You will be an ambassador not only for the Foundation but also for Birmingham City FC with strategic partners and groups throughout the West Midlands.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate your knowledge of environmental and sustainability including positive sustainability practices.You will have examples of successes in supporting young people. You are comfortable and proficient in delivering presentations that have structure and a positive impact. You are known for your professionalism, influence, flexibility and positive attitude.

The Foundation

What We Offer:

Opportunity to make a real impact and be part of our exciting future
Competitive salary and benefits package including
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Health Care Plan
- Death in service plan (after 12 months of service)
- Additional service days (capped at maximum 5 days)
- A wellbeing day (after successful completion of probation)
Staff discounts including opportunity for match day tickets
Onsite parking
Staff uniform

The interview process will involve a competency-based interview with a panel and a presentation. If you have any specific requirements or need adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.

Code of Conduct

Birmingham City F.C Foundation expects the highest standards of integrity and conduct in all matters concerning the Foundation and its employees. All employees are expected to always act wholeheartedly in the interests of the Foundation. Any conduct detrimental to its interests or its relations with its customers, suppliers, the public or damaging to its public image shall be a breach of Foundation rules and policies. Discriminatory, offensive, and violent behaviour are unacceptable, and any complaints or concerns will be dealt with and acted upon.

Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment

We are passionate about and committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. All applicants will be asked to provide details of any previous convictions, cautions, and reprimands, as outlined in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended 2013). Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check and references.

We are committed to and has both a moral and legal obligation to ensure that all children and vulnerable adults are protected and kept safe from harm whilst engaged in services organised and provided by the Foundation and believes that the general wellbeing, welfare and safety of all children and vulnerable adults engaged in activities is of the upmost importance. The Foundation will fulfil its responsibilities by ensuring it displays best practice in safeguarding matters – including Safer Recruitment - carried out in a spirit of partnership and openness with the child or vulnerable adult, families, and the relevant local authority.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Birmingham City F.C. Foundation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We will consider applications based solely on merit, regardless of gender, race, marital status, age, nationality, ethnic or national origins, disability, sexual orientation, political or religious belief, background, or family circumstance.

We are committed to ensuring that equality, inclusion, and diversity of opportunity is at the very heart of everything we do to ensure we provide fair and non-prejudicial access to the services across the Foundation. We uphold everyone’s freedom of rights and choice to be different and aim to provide opportunities for everyone to succeed. It is the policy of the Foundation that no person, whether, job applicant, employee, casual, volunteer, or participant, shall be discriminated against. The Foundation opposes all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination, either direct or indirect, or harassment, on the grounds of the following ‘protected characteristics’: Age, Disability, Gender Reassignment, Marriage & civil Partnership, Pregnancy & Maternity, Race, Religion or Belief, Sex and Sexual Orientation. Anyone who is found to be in breach of this could receive disciplinary action, which may well include suspension and dismissal.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, particularly those from underrepresented groups - women, individuals from Black and Minority Ethnicities, the LGBT community and anyone with a disability.

UK Armed Forces

Birmingham City F.C. Foundation are proud to recognise the exceptional skills, dedication, and resilience of those who have served in the UK Armed Forces. We actively welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and members of the wider Armed Forces community.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

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