Head of FGR Community

Overview

Lead FGR Community trust, overseeing strategy, budget, governance, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• fundraising
• sla management
• strategic planning
• budget management
• compliance
• stakeholder engagement

Tasks

-Ensure the Trust’s impact and community influence are effectively communicated, internally and externally. -Manage and update the Service Level Agreement between the Trust and Forest Green Rovers FC, ensuring strong and productive relationships. -Lead fundraising efforts in line with the Trust’s income generation plan and report progress to the Board with recommendations for achieving reserves and growth targets. -Engage partners and stakeholders in line with the Trust’s procurement and environmental policies. -Lead on governance and operational matters, including contributing to the charity’s Annual Report and presenting updates to the Board of Trustees. -Serve as the internal lead for the Trust’s environmental programme, working with the Club and Group Head of Sustainability to uphold best practice. -Oversee implementation of the Trust’s three-year strategic plan, with regular reviews against key performance indicators. -Set and manage annual budgets, working closely with the finance team and the Green Britain Foundation. -Ensure the Trust operates in line with National League Trust standards, while strategically preparing for its transition to EFL community charity status upon the Club’s return to the Football League. -Maintain robust policies, procedures, and processes to meet EFL Trust and Charity Commission requirements. -Provide clear leadership and direction to ensure the team is motivated, effective, and aligned with organisational goals. -Align delivery plans and programmes with available resources and community needs. -Represent FGR Community at stakeholder events and National League Trust regional and national meetings, or delegate representation as appropriate. -Champion equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, staff development, and programme delivery. -Lead on safeguarding practices for children and adults, maintaining up-to-date qualifications and robust systems.

Requirements

• safeguarding
• fa level2
• leadership
• analytical
• governance
• partnerships

What You Bring

-Strong knowledge of safeguarding for children and adults, with ability to implement robust practices. -Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. -Designated Safeguarding Officer qualification. -Entrepreneurial mindset with strong organisational and leadership skills. -FA Level 2 (UEFA C) Coaching qualification. -Proven experience in a management or leadership role. -Experience in community development. -Good understanding of finance, risk management, and performance management principles. -Good understanding of environmental best practices. -Familiarity with Premier League Charitable Fund (PLCF), EFL in the Community, and National League Trust programmes and funding streams. -Strong understanding of governance and general management best practices. -Experience building and maintaining partnerships with community groups, clubs, schools, and funders. -Valid FA Safeguarding and Emergency Aid qualifications. -Hands-on approach with the ability to lead from the front. -Familiarity with diverse business functions (marketing, PR, finance, health and safety, HR). -Experience developing and implementing strategic plans. -Excellent communication and public speaking skills.

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