Are you ready to breathe fire into your career? Dragons RFC is on the hunt for a passionate individual to join their community team as a Dragons Community Officer.
Embrace a Competitive Salary and Adventure:
- Salary: Competitive, plus travel expenses covered. Your financial contribution will be valued.
- Location: Get ready for a dynamic work environment, with offices, schools, and the iconic Rodney Parade as your playground.
- Contract: A one-year fixed-term contract, with a six-month probationary period to ensure a mutual fit.
Application Deadline: Friday, 24th October 2025
Your Mission:
- Lead the Healthy Dragons Project, aligning with our SLA, and make a real impact on the community's well-being.
- Bring energy to Community Match Day events, creating unforgettable experiences.
- Organize Holiday Skills Camps and FFF programs, fostering talent and fun.
- Champion community engagement, outreach, inclusion, and equality, while proudly representing the Dragons brand.
Collaborate with a Dynamic Team:
- Dragons Community Staff: Your daily allies in making a difference.
- Dragons Regional Staff: Connect with the wider network for a unified approach.
- Healthy Dragons Schools: Nurture relationships with these institutions to promote healthy lifestyles.
- Regional Rugby Clubs: Engage with the rugby community for a shared love of the sport.
- CEO and Executive Team: Work alongside the organization's leaders.
Your Superpowers:
- Execute the Healthy Dragons Programme and its initiatives under the guidance of the Dragons Education & Engagement Manager.
- Collect and analyze data to ensure the club's commitments are met.
- Foster relationships with schools, clubs, staff, and students, becoming a trusted partner.
- Bring excitement to match days at Rodney Parade with creative activations.
- Lead holiday camps and programs, inspiring the next generation of rugby enthusiasts.
- Support inclusion, outreach, and diversity initiatives, ensuring everyone feels welcome.
- Be an active participant in community events and meetings, as directed by your line manager.
- Adhere to child protection, health, safety, and data security policies, reporting any concerns promptly.
- Become a brand ambassador, embodying the Dragons RFC values in all interactions.
- Contribute to the overall success and culture of Dragons RFC.
But wait, there's more! This job description is just a glimpse of the adventure. As the organization evolves, so will your role, ensuring you're always challenged and engaged.
Qualifications and Skills Required:
- Experience: Dive into this role with at least 12 months of sports development experience under your belt. Organize festivals, tournaments, and recruitment days, and work with diverse age groups in schools. Show your coaching prowess and understanding of community coaches' needs.
- Skills: A rugby, sports, or education background is essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools is a must, along with exceptional communication skills. A rugby coaching qualification, such as the Tag Leaders Award, is the cherry on top.
- Competencies: Be a team player with a dynamic personality. Motivate yourself and others, communicate effectively, and connect with people of all ages.
- Essentials: Hold a valid UK driving license, pass an enhanced DBS check, and embrace equal opportunities and health and safety responsibilities.
Controversy Alert: Some might argue that a one-year contract is too short to make a lasting impact. But we say, every day is an opportunity to leave a positive mark. Are you ready to prove them wrong?
Send your application to mike.sage@dragonsrfc.wales and let your journey begin!
