You will:
• Invite primary school pupils to Wigan Athletic fixtures through a structured programme of engagement
• Create a pathway from initial engagement to ticket sales for junior supporters and their families, using data as a driver to sales
• Deliver fun and engaging promotional activities in primary schools
• Initiate communication with local junior sports clubs to provide unique matchday opportunities for their players
• Plan and manage a Junior Supporter Engagement event per season
• Support the Club’s Equality and Diversity Action Plan and invite underrepresented groups to Wigan Athletic fixtures
• Create and maintain a brochure and web page for first time visitors to the DW Stadium
• Recruit a team of volunteer Supporter Liaison Officers, who would act as first point of contact for first time visitors to the DW Stadium
• Create a process to efficiently manage supporter feedback both on matchday and non-matchday
• Achieve agreed KPIs and objectives relating to junior supporter engagement and matchday experience
• Attend all Wigan Athletic home fixtures


The successful candidate will:
• Safeguarding Certificate Level 2 or equivalent
• Level 2 Maths and English or equivalent
• Proven track record of working in a marketing, community engagement or commercial setting
• Evidence of managing and delivering promotional activities to a wide audience
• Understanding of safeguarding and issues relating to working with children and young people
• Ability to deliver engaging and fun presentations to junior audiences
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work with different departments and/or partners to achieve a set outcome
• Full clean driving licence and access to a car or the ability to travel around the region
• Ability to perform under pressure and respond calmly to competing demands
• Passion for leading on projects and exceeding targets
• Confident and articulate
• Proactive approach to relationship building
• Strong relationship and negotiation skills
• Creative thinker with the ability to see new opportunities
• Knowledge of Wigan Athletic and the Wigan borough
• Understanding of data regulations and how to use data as part of a marketing campaign

Closing date for applications: 5pm on Friday 25th February 2022