Events Delivery Coordinator

British Rowing is entering a decisive phase of growth and renewal. Our new Events Delivery Coordinator will not only support our Events Manager and the volunteer Organising Committees with the development, planning and implementation of our various British Rowing Championships, but will also be instrumental in broadening our event offering in order to open up rowing to more people in more places.

A bit about the role

British Rowing is looking for an organised and passionate individual to contribute towards the development of the British Rowing Events portfolio. Working to support the Events Manager and volunteer Organising Committees, the role would suit someone who is keen to develop their knowledge and experience within sporting events.  

What you’ll be doing

No two days are likely to look the same in this exciting role which will support the planning and delivery of the British Rowing Championship Events. Key responsibilities will include;

• Acting as overall lead for an agreed selection of our Championship events.

• Coordination of accommodation and catering arrangements, and suppliers for all Championship events.

• Assisting with recruitment, retention and remuneration of volunteers.

• Support with administration of finance process

• Working as part of the Events and Competitions team to review and develop the overall event offering (competitive and non-competitive) across the sport to make rowing more relevant, connected and accessible. 

• Working closely with the Communications and Marketing team to jointly develop and agree on event marketing and communications plans.  

To see the full list of responsibilities, please read the full job description here 

There will be plenty of opportunities to learn with this role. In particular, we are looking for an individual with the below attributes:

Essential Criteria

• Strong planning and organisational skills with evidence of delivering to deadlines.

• The ability to build and sustain relationships with a network of key people internally and externally.

• Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving and negotiation skills, and the ability to multi-task.

• A proactive, self-starting approach with a willingness to travel and work flexibly (including some evenings and weekends).

• IT literate.

• Passionate about sport.

• Calm under pressure.

• Eagerness to innovate and a desire to learn. 

• A UK driving licence and the willingness to drive a van to/at events where required. 

Desirable Criteria

• Has worked/volunteered at sporting events previously.

• Awareness and understanding of the sporting events landscape in the UK. 

• An understanding of venue operations.

Besides the salary and 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) pro rata, you’ll also get:

• 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

To apply for this role, please submit your application alongside your CV and a 1 page cover letter explaining your suitability for the role. We’re going to close applications on 1st April but, if you like the sound of the job, please apply straight away as we reserve the right to close applications early if we find the right candidate!

Application Dates: From Wednesday 18th March 2026 to Wednesday 1st April 2026. 

A bit about us

British Rowing is the national governing body for the sport in England and the organisation

responsible for supporting, developing and promoting rowing across the country. We set the

standards for safe and inclusive participation, champion clubs and volunteers, and guide everything from indoor formats and community programmes through to talent development. We also work closely with Scottish Rowing and Welsh Rowing to shape a coherent pathway across Britain, preparing the GB Rowing Team to compete on the world stage.

Our colleagues work from the National Office in Hammersmith, the National Training Centre in Reading, regional hubs and home locations, supported by an extraordinary volunteer workforce that keeps the sport thriving. We believe the opportunity to discover rowing, progress within it and achieve personal ambitions should be open to everyone. Across clubs, schools, universities and communities, we aim to create environments where people can take part, stay involved and, where the talent is there, progress all the way to Olympic and Paralympic success.

British Rowing is committed to being an inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, and we want our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we seek to serve.