Role Overview-
Ipswich Town Foundation is seeking to recruit a Community Engagement Manager, to lead our health and wellbeing portfolio, managing a range of programmes that support participants to improve their physical and mental wellbeing.
The postholder will be a member of the Management Group at the Foundation and will manage a multi-disciplinary team focusing on delivering impactful community programmes and initiatives to improve health outcomes for groups and individuals in Suffolk through the power of Ipswich Town Football Club.
The successful candidate will be passionate about improving lives and champion innovation and best practice to ensure the Foundation is a leading force for social change in the health space.
Vision
An empowered, inspired and inclusive community to be proud of.
Mission
The Ipswich Town Foundation exists to provide impactful and inclusive activities to improve health, skills, opportunities, and lives of all generations across Suffolk.
By using the presence, power, and reach of Ipswich Town FC, we aim to inspire individuals to realise their potential both on and off the football pitch and create pride in their communities.
Core Values
- Honesty
- Hard Work
- High Standards
- Willingness to Learn
- Integrity
Key Responsibilities
Programme Leadership & Delivery
- Lead the planning, delivery and development of the Foundation’s health and wellbeing programmes.
- Manage projects focused on mental health, physical activity and wider health and wellbeing outcomes.
- Manage programme budgets and adhere to funders’ requirements.
- Monitor programme performance against agreed targets, KPIs and outcomes.
- Identify funding opportunities and contribute towards the writing of funding bids and applications.
- Identify barriers to engagement and develop inclusive approaches to underrepresented demographics.
- Actively contribute to Management Group meetings.
- Line manage Health & Wellbeing Coach and Oral Health Project Officer, along with programme staff.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
- Provide leadership and expertise in the development of mental health programmes across the Foundation.
- Ensure staff and delivery teams are equipped to support participants appropriately and safely.
- Maintain knowledge of current best practice, policy developments and research relating to mental health and wellbeing.
- Champion positive mental health across the organisation and wider community.
Stakeholder Management
- Build, maintain and develop strong relationships with key stakeholders such as Premier League Foundation, Suffolk & Norfolk Integrated Care Board, social prescribing teams, mental health services and local authorities.
- Represent the Foundation at partnership meetings, forums and networking events.
- Identify opportunities for collaborative working to maximise impact and sustainability.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
- Working closely with the Head of Insight, Impact & Development to ensure robust data collection, impact measurement and reporting processes are in place.
- Produce reports for funders, partners and Senior Leadership.
- Use participant feedback and evaluation findings to continuously improve programmes.
Funding & Sustainability
- Support funding applications for programmes.
- Contribute to the development of new projects and other income generation opportunities.
- Ensure contractual obligations and funder requirements are met.
Safeguarding & Compliance
- Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding, health and safety, equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Ensure full compliance with Ipswich Town Foundation safeguarding policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate safeguarding records and report concerns in line with policy.
- Undertake relevant safeguarding and CPD training as required.
Ipswich Town Foundation Responsibilities
- Adhere to all policies and procedures including safeguarding, Health & Safety, Behaviour Management, Equality and Diversity, Data Protection, and Quality Assurance and follow all policies and procedures within the staff handbook.
- To follow and work by all procedures in accordance with Ipswich Town Foundation.
- To always maintain a professional attitude and appearance.
- To report to line manager and attend Ipswich Town Foundation staff meetings when requested.
- Support the delivery of the Ipswich Town Foundation’s annual Foundation Fixture event at 1 designated home match per season.
- Support the delivery of the ITFC FanZone experience at home matchdays (average 3 per year per staff member).
- Any other duties deemed necessary by the Senior Leadership Team.
WHAT DO YOU GET IN RETURN?
If you are successful, you can look forward to a healthy benefit package:
- Competitive salary
- Access to Ipswich Town match tickets
- Ipswich Town training kit
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Free onsite parking
- Discounted Ipswich Town merchandise
Short listing and interviews will take place throughout the duration of the vacancy ad. This may mean that the vacancy could close early should suitable candidates be found.
Applicants should be aware that due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individuals during the recruitment process.
Closing date: Friday, 21 August 2026
Ipswich Town Foundation is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Ipswich Town Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for relevant posts.
If you have the required skills, please apply by completing an application form via the Jobs & Careers page at itfc.co.uk.
For any questions, contact HR & Admin Officer Chloe York at [email protected]
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
