The Opportunity…
The UK Sports Institute ( previously known as the EIS) is excited to announce a World Class Opportunity for a Head of Olympic Performance Support to join our organisation.
We are open to flexible working request and job share. Please state in your application if you have a preference for part time, full time or job share considerations.
A snapshot of the role…
The Head of Olympic Performance Support (HoOPS) plays a critical role in steering the work to deliver the UKSI Performance Planning strategy. As we enter the Paris and Los Angeles planning phase for the Olympic Games, we will continue to evolve our understanding of performance support, starting with structured and embedded performance planning that optimises the value of investment; employing world-leading innovation, and driving a culture of excellence in our day-to-day delivery across 10 disciplines. Our approach to our work encompasses our values of excellence, innovation, collaboration and care in particular in focussing on ‘how we win’.
If you feel you can bring the expertise we require to help us shape our future, we very much look forward to hearing from you.
Application Method: YOU WILL NEED TO GO DIRECTLY TO OUR WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE LINK BELOW .We would like to ask candidates to answer the following questions instead of providing a covering letter. You will also be required to submit a CV.
Questions:
Please describe how you lead and manage people to enable them to perform and grow?
Describe a situation where you have had to manage difficult conversations with multiple stakeholders?
Important: Once you begin your application on the portal you will have the option to type the answers to the questions as directed on the application form in a free text box (maximum 4000), however if you would prefer, you may upload your answers with your CV. We ask that the answers to the questions are no more than 2 sides of A4. (please note that you can only upload 1 document to the portal so please ensure the questions appear either at the beginning or as a follow on from your CV)
LINK TO WEBSITE: https://uksportinstitute.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3090166?cid=1909&jobtitle=Head.of.Olympic.Performance.Support&location=Flexible.(any.EIS.site).&rsid=16828&ad=-1000268895&t=Head-of-Olympic-Performance-Support&l=Flexible--any-EIS-site--
If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact Recruitment@uksportsinstitute.co.uk
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At the UKSI we aspire to have a workforce that is diverse and representative of all sections of society, not only by characteristic but by thought and perspective. We believe a diverse workforce enables growth and creates a sustainably inclusive workspace for all employees.
If there is something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job more accessible, let us know!
Key Dates for Applicants
Closing Date: 15th May 2023
Interview Date: 6th June 2023
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 22 - 37 per week
Salary: £63,352.00-£71,354.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- sports science degree (required)
Work Location: Remote
Application deadline: 14/05/2023
