Nofio Ysgol Project Manager / Co-ordinator

Nofio Ysgol has been developed by Swim Wales as a structured, evidence-ledprogramme to improve school swimming and water safety outcomes across Wales.Current provision is inconsistent, with significant variation in access, quality,transport arrangements, delivery models and pupil attainment.An implementation plan for a new national School Swimming and Water SafetyProgramme was published on 24 July in line with Welsh Government's First 100 Dayscommitment. The programme will ensure that all Year 4 and Year 5 pupils are offereda minimum school swimming and water safety experience of 20 hours of swimmingand water safety education.The Nofio Ysgol Project Manager/Co-ordinator will support the delivery of this fouryearWelsh Government-funded programme, working closely with the Nofio YsgolProgramme Manager and key partners to coordinate delivery, monitor progress,support reporting requirements and help ensure positive outcomes for children andyoung people across Wales. The postholder will play a central role in programmeadministration, stakeholder engagement, data collection, reporting and deliverycoordination, helping to ensure the programme is implemented effectively,consistently and inclusively across Wales., The Nofio Ysgol Project Manager/Co-ordinator will play a key role in theimplementation and successful delivery of Swim Wales' four-year Welsh Governmentfundedschool swimming and water safety programme.Working closely with the Programme Manager, the postholder will coordinateprogramme activity, support delivery partners, monitor progress against agreedplans, maintain programme systems and documentation, and contribute to, The successful candidate will work collaboratively with Swim Wales colleagues andexternal partners to help deliver a sustainable, accessible and inclusive programmethat improves school swimming and water safety outcomes, reduces barriers toparticipation and supports positive experiences for children and young people acrossWales.Programme Coordination and Delivery

• Support the development, implementation and monitoring of the Nofio Ysgol
programme plan, including delivery schedules, action plans, timelines, risk logs and performance monitoring arrangements.
• Coordinate communications and engagement with local authorities, schools,
leisure operators, delivery partners and internal Swim Wales teams to support effective programme delivery.
• Maintain programme records, databases, documentation and reporting
systems, ensuring information is accurate, up to date and accessible.
• Support the collection, analysis and validation of programme data, including
participation figures, learner outcomes, equality monitoring information and programme impact data.
• Produce reports, dashboards and performance updates that present data and
insight in an accessible format for the Programme Manager, Programme Board, Welsh Government and other stakeholders.
• Monitor programme progress against agreed targets, identifying potential
risks, issues or delays and escalating these appropriately to the Programme Manager.
• Support the administration of programme budgets, expenditure monitoring,
procurement processes and partner funding arrangements in line with Swim Wales policies and procedures.
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, training sessions and stakeholder events,
including agenda preparation, note-taking, action tracking and follow-up communications.
• Support the development and distribution of programme resources, guidance,
training materials and communications to delivery partners.
• Assist with quality assurance processes, gathering feedback from partners and
participants to support programme improvement and consistency of delivery.
• Contribute to monitoring and evaluation activities, supporting the collection of
evidence and case studies to demonstrate programme outcomes and impact.
• Support the Programme Manager in preparing reports, briefings and
presentations for Swim Wales leadership, funders, partners and governance groups.


• Experience of coordinating or supporting the delivery of projects, programmes
or initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage
competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience of collecting, managing and analysing data and information to
support monitoring, reporting and decision-making.
• Ability to prepare clear reports, summaries, presentations and stakeholder
communications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working
relationships with colleagues, partners and external stakeholders.
• Good understanding of programme monitoring, reporting and performance
management processes.
• Experience of monitoring, reviewing or evaluating programme, project or
service delivery.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and build positive relationships with
delivery partners.
• Experience of organising meetings, events, workshops or training activities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and
documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, online collaboration platforms and
data management systems.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, inclusion and removing
barriers to participation.
• Ability to travel throughout Wales and work occasional evenings or weekends
as required.,
• Knowledge of school swimming, water safety, education, sport development,
public health or community participation programmes.
• Experience of working with local authorities, schools, leisure providers or
governing bodies.
• Experience of producing dashboards or performance reports.
• Knowledge of Welsh Government education priorities or Curriculum for Wales.
• Understanding of disability inclusion, Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
provision and accessible programme delivery.
• Welsh language skills, or a willingness to develop Welsh language confidence.
Qualifications and ExperienceEssential
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in project management,
programme coordination, business administration, sport development, education or a related field.
• Experience of supporting the successful delivery of projects or programmes.
• Experience of monitoring progress, maintaining records and producing
reports.Desirable
• A recognised project management qualification such as PRINCE2 Foundation,
AgilePM Foundation, APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) or equivalent.
• Experience within sport, education, leisure, aquatics, public health or
community development.
• Welsh language skills.
  
  Swim Wales is the National Governing Body for aquatics in Wales, leading the
development of swimming, diving, water polo, artistic swimming, and open waterswimming. Guided by our vision of "Aquatics for Everyone, for Life," we are committedto creating inclusive, safe, and sustainable environments where individuals, clubs, andcommunities can thrive.