Event Delivery Development Opportunity – Home International Rowing Regatta (Volunteer Role)
British Rowing is looking for volunteers to help with the pre-event planning and on-the-day running of the Home International Rowing Regatta (HIRR).
About the Opportunity:
We are specifically looking for volunteers who would like to gain experience in being part of a team planning a sporting event. We are looking for people who can help organise and manage the logistics of the event to ensure the event runs smoothly and to a high standard.
You’ll work with British Rowing Event staff and volunteers to learn how rowing events like these run by organising the event, supported by those with experience.
About you:
You will have a keen interest in wanting to develop skills necessary in running events. We are looking for people with a variety of skills, from logistics planning, social media, event management, operations, safety and volunteer coordination.
You’ll have excellent organisational and communication skills and be able to work well in a team environment.
Experience or knowledge of rowing and/or planning regattas is desirable but not essential. We are more interested in people who are keen to learn and get stuck in.
About Us:
We are the governing body for rowing, responsible for supporting grassroots rowing in England and the selection of England Teams for Home International and Commonwealth Competitions. We also manage the training and selection of the GB Rowing Team in preparation for the Olympics, Paralympics and other international competitions.
British Rowing is committed to growing all forms of the sport at all levels. Delivering an inclusive pathway that allows athletes from a diverse range of backgrounds to reach their potential is one part of our work towards achieving this goal. England hosts the Home International Regatta once every four years.
About the Home International Rowing Regatta:
The Home International Rowing Regatta is a historic annual competition. The event involving the four “Home Nations” of England, Scotland, Wales & Ireland dates back to 1962. Every race counts towards combined team trophies for Junior Women, Junior Men, Senior Women and Senior Men.
The 2026 HIRR will run at the London Regatta Centre on 25 July, with a training day for all nations on 24 July.
Applying:
To apply, please complete the application form above. Applications will close at 09:00 on Monday, 13 April, but if you like the sound of the role, make sure to get your application in straight away!
Club / School: British Rowing / England Rowing
Salary: Voluntary
Application Dates: From Thursday 26th March 2026 to Monday 13th April 2026