Project Activator (North Midlands South)
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A bit about the role
Project Activators are the engine room of British Rowings participation growth agenda. Working directly with clubs schools universities and community partners you will bring energy creativity and focus to the task of opening up rowing to more people in more places.
This is a highly practical outward-facing role for people who enjoy building relationships solving problems quickly and helping others turn ideas into action. You will be part of a small agile national team reporting to the Transformational Programme Lead with the opportunity to lead projects test new formats and play a visible role in shaping the future of the sport.
British Rowing is recruitingthree Project Activators. Each role will have a geographic emphasis (North Midlands or South) ensuring we are close to the communities we serve. Applicants are welcome to highlight any regional knowledge insight or connections they bring as part of their application though final regional allocations will be confirmed after appointment. The three Activators will work as a connected national unit sharing learning quickly and supporting one another to scale what works.A bit about you
This role is well suited to someone who is motivated by delivery influence and visible impact. You will:
Work directly with clubs schools colleges universities and community partners to activate new indoor and on-water participation formats.
Support pilots and early roll-outs of initiatives such as Learn to Row and participation events ensuring smooth delivery and positive experiences.
Act as a first point of contact for clubs and partners on projects providing responsive practical support.
Build trusted local relationships acting as the face of British Rowing within communities and regions.
Spot and escalate opportunities for growth innovation or partnership sharing learning across the national Project Activator team.
Coordinate volunteers and contractors on the ground to deploy capacity where it has the greatest impact.
Capture insight and feedback from delivery reporting progress accurately and celebrating success.
Represent British Rowing with professionalism and energy at events workshops and community forums.
If you enjoy being on the ground making things happen and helping organisations test and adopt new ways of working this role offers the chance to see the impact of your work in real time.
For more information please refer to the Application Pack and Job DescriptionWhat we offer
7.5% employer pension contribution (when you contribute 3%)
20 per month with Betterspace (our wellbeing platform)
Company Health Insurance and Health Cash Plan
Life assurance (x3 your salary)
Cycle to work scheme
Free and secure parking in Hammersmith
Free annual ROW Membership
Bonus annual leave between Christmas and New Years Day
Additional Information
Salary: 28-31k plus employee benefits package.
Location: Hybrid - Hammersmith (with significant regional travel)
Closing date: 20th January 2026.
About us
Our vision is a sport that welcomes and has an offer for everyone. Our mission is to create a healthy inclusive and life-enhancing sport. We are a membership organisation with over 30000 individual members supporting over 550 affiliated clubs and 230 affiliated events. We cover all types of rowing - whether its on the river or lake on the sea at home or in the gym.
We are committed to equal opportunitiesand welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of age disability sex gender reassignment sexual orientation pregnancy and maternity race religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please let us know by indicating your needs to the HR team in the application form or by emailing .
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Company Policies
- Customer Service
- Financial Performance
- Revenue Growth
- Oversight
- Regional Sales
- Account Management
- Project Management
- Product Line
- Ensure Compliance
- Human Resources
- Procedures
- Sales Goals
- Direct Reports
About Company
British Rowing is the governing body for the sport of rowing, both indoor rowing and rowing on water. We are committed to ensuring that the sport continues to thrive from the grassroots right up to winning medals at the Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are responsible for participatio ... View more
