Head of Projects & Development

Derby County Community Trust

We care about our community; we care about our people.  We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head of Projects & Development to join our Senior Leadership Team in this newly created position.

About Us

Derby County Community Trust has a clear mission.  We harness the power of Derby County Football Club to improve lives and communities through sport, physical activity, health and education.  We help more than 25,000 people per year and our work is recognised and respected at regional and national levels.  Since 2008 we have been dedicated to fostering participation in sports, enhancing health and wellbeing, providing quality education and promoting equality and diversity.

About You

With a caring & compassionate nature, you will be an experienced programme leader with the ability to work closely with stakeholders to build relationships and ensure that our projects and programmes are innovative, impactful and sustainable.  You will have a deep understanding of the sector and alignment with our mission and purpose, together with the ability to strategically lead at pace on the proactive response to community need.

Our values underpin everything we deliver as a charity you will be responsible for modelling these values through yourself and your work. 

About the Role

The Head of Projects & Development is responsible for leading the strategic design, development, and implementation of programmes that advance DCCT's mission. This role involves working closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that programmes are innovative, impactful, and sustainable. The Head of Projects & Development oversees the entire programme lifecycle, from initial concept to evaluation, ensuring that all programmes meet the highest standards of quality and effectiveness.

The Head of Projects and Development role will line manage the Health, Inclusion, Education and Schools & Coaching departments to drive growth across existing programmes and seek new opportunities and range of activities for Derby County Community Trust.