{"id":17891,"date":"2026-10-14T20:01:43","date_gmt":"2026-10-14T19:01:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/faw.cymru\/newfa\/?p=17891"},"modified":"2026-10-14T20:10:33","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T19:10:33","slug":"vacancy-safeguarding-edi-officer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/faw.cymru\/newfa\/news\/vacancy-safeguarding-edi-officer\/","title":{"rendered":"VACANCY | Safeguarding & EDI Officer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The North East Wales Football Association (NEWFA) is inviting applications for the position of Safeguarding & EDI Officer.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the Association’s commitment to providing a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone involved in football across North East Wales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Working closely with clubs, leagues and the Football Association of Wales (FAW), the appointed officer will help promote safeguarding policies, support the welfare of children and vulnerable individuals, and champion equality, diversity and inclusion throughout the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Applicants should demonstrate strong communication skills, an understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and a commitment to making football accessible and inclusive for all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Apply<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested applicants are invited to submit their CV and covering letter to gs@newfa.co.uk<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For further information, including the full responsibilities and requirements of the position, please view the job description below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Closing Date: <\/strong>28\/10\/2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Job Description<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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