The UK Social Impact Manager will play a vital role in supporting the growth of NFL Foundation UK to create outstanding impact in new locations across the country.
This individual will focus on driving forward key existing programmes of NFL Foundation UK, including The Huddle Project with Tottenham Hotspur Foundation and Nike, as well as the Unlocking Potential programme, in partnership with the Leeds United Foundation and San Francisco 49ers, alongside other important partnerships.
This role will also see a significant emphasis on activations and events during the NFL London Games and at other times of the year, which bring to life the work of NFL Foundation UK and provide outstanding experiences for the beneficiaries of our programmes. As the number of British NFL players continues to grow, there will also be a key focus on working with them to deliver community events and player camps, during the off-season period.
With the NFL’s Global Markets Program expanding in the UK, the Social Impact Manager will work to develop new programming in partnership with GMP clubs, with a particular focus on establishing this impact in new areas of the UK. There will be a key emphasis on working with local government and developing other local partnerships in creating these new programmes.
Finally, there will a significant focus on internal operations, working closely across all departments of NFL UK to ensure the operational excellence of NFL Foundation UK, strong relationships with our trustees and high-quality storytelling which provides a spotlight on the impact of the organisation.
This job posting is for a position with one of the NFL’s third-party agency partners that provides services to the NFL. The individual selected for this role will be an employee of that third-party agency and not the NFL. All compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment are handled by the agency. The assignment to provide services to the NFL will be limited in duration but may be extended for an additional period by agreement between the NFL and the agency.
Responsibilities:
- Support the growth of NFL Foundation UK into new regions, whilst deepening its impact in our current focus cities
- Manage day-to-day relationships with key NFL Foundation UK partners, including the Greater London Authority and Tottenham Hotspur Foundation
- Work closely with NFL clubs and players to develop innovative new programming and activations which drive social impact across the UK
- Play a key role in strengthening the NFL’s relationship with national, regional and local governments and other relevant bodies, across the UK
- Work closely with Beyond Sport to ensure outstanding grant management and impact measurement of NFL Foundation UK programming
- Lead on delivery of social impact focused NFL London Game events and other activations throughout the year, including festivals and NFL player led community events
- Drive internal collaboration and the operational delivery of NFL Foundation UK, working closely with key internal departments including marketing, communications and finance
- Lead on fundraising activations including NFL Auctions and our partnership with A Noble Gift, whilst developing other fundraising initiatives to raise vital funds to support the growth of NFL Foundation UK
- Develop strong relationships with the NFL Foundation UK trustees and lead on the organisation of Foundation trustee meetings
- Work closely with other members of the Football Development team to collectively drive the growth of NFL Flag nationally
- Support the delivery of the NFL Flag Regional and National Championships with the wider team
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the sport for social impact sector or other relevant fields
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience delivering presentations to senior stakeholders
Key Attributes / Characteristics
- Passion for sport and its ability to create impact on young people and communities across the UK
- Good understanding of UK national and regional government structures
- Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously while communicating clearly with internal and external stakeholders
- Strong team player who thrives in collaborative, virtual, and independent work environments
- Results-driven and deadline-oriented, with excellent organisational and time management skills
- Creative thinker and proactive problem-solver with a solutions-focused approach
- Flexibility for travel across the UK, as required
At the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered.
NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.
The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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