Community Engagement Officer (Off Pitch Pathway Scheme)

This role has been funded by the PFA and EFL's Off-Pitch Pathway Scheme (OPPS), an initiative helping former players and scholars move into meaningful long-term careers away from the pitch. Administered by League Football Education, the OPPS programme is funding nine 12-month placements across EFL clubs which offer PFA members workplace experience across a range of professional departments within football clubs.

The successful applicant will gain valuable hands-on experience within a professional football club and charitable foundation, while developing skills that will support their future career:

• Gain practical experience in community development and stakeholder engagement.
• Develop strong communication and interpersonal skills by working with a wide range of audiences.
• Build confidence through public-facing activities and ambassadorial responsibilities.
• Gain exposure to media, content creation, and digital communications, including matchday environments.
• Develop an understanding of how a professional football club and charitable foundation operate.
• Enhance your employability by building transferable skills that can support future career opportunities both within and beyond the football industry.

This role is ideal for someone looking to make a positive impact in the community while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

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Working closely with the Foundation and Marketing and Communications teams, key responsibilities include;

• Supporting the work of the Grimsby Town Foundation across all its delivery channels.
• Developing a broad understanding of each delivery area of Grimsby Town Foundation and look at innovative ways to share and promote the charity.
• Increase awareness of the Grimsby Town Foundations social channels.
• Enhancing the link between Grimsby Town Foundation and Grimsby Town Football Club.
• Working with partner agencies to promote the work of the charity.
• Working collaboratively with internal departments (e.g., marketing, media, academy) to maximise engagement opportunities.
• Use of creative content to raise awareness and engagement within the locality. and develop and expand the social media channels.
• Acting as an ambassador for the football club within the local community

In addition, the successful candidate will have the following skills and experience;

• PFA Membership - Please include your membership number on your application.
• Passion for football and its role in community development.
• Ability to engage with diverse groups, including young and vulnerable individuals.
• Knowledge of social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate easily with a wider team and diverse audience.
• Public speaking and presentation skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• A flexible approach to work as this role may include work outside of normal office hours.
• Full driver’s license and access to a vehicle.