Role Purpose

Working with the Head of Programming, the Local Programme Coordinator is responsible for effective development, coordination and delivery of PeacePlayers Good Relations through sport programming within the Belfast area.

The role combines responsibility for effective current delivery with a clear focus on planning and developing future activity.

Key Responsibilities

1. Area Planning and Development

Proactively identify and develop future programme opportunities, building relationships with prospective schools, partners and participants, responding to emerging local needs and ensuring plans align with wider organisational priorities.

2. Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement

Develop and maintain strong relationships with schools, community and sports organisations, councils and other stakeholders, identifying new partnership opportunities and representing PeacePlayers through local networks.

3. Programme Development and Delivery

Lead the planning, coordination and effective delivery of Good Relations Through Sport programmes, including engagement with schools and communities, participant recruitment, programme development, resource planning and ongoing improvement.

4. Growth and Progression

Look beyond current delivery to identify opportunities to deepen PeacePlayers’ impact, strengthen progression and sustainably grow Good Relations Through Sport work within the area.

5. Monitoring, Evaluation and Accountability

Monitor programme performance against agreed targets and outcomes, ensuring accurate data collection, identifying delivery challenges and contributing to organisational learning and funder reporting.

6. Projects, Partnerships and Funding Commitments

Support the delivery of funded projects and partnerships within the designated area, working collaboratively with colleagues to coordinate activities, meet agreed commitments and contribute to project planning and reporting

7. Wider Team Responsibilities

Work collaboratively across PeacePlayers, contributing to shared programmes, events, planning and coach development, while demonstrating our core values and positively representing the organisation.

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Local Programme Coordinator – Good Relations Through Sport