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Position:                   Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Contract:                  12 months Specified Purpose Contract initially

Salary:                       €37,000 to €40,000 per annum depending on level of experience

Reporting to:          Active Programme Manager (and Active Programme Assistant Manager in her absence).

Location:              Hybrid. The candidate will be required to travel nationally and also attend regular meetings in our Dublin office.

Background

Age & Opportunity is the national organisation that provides a range of opportunities for older people who want to get more involved in arts and culture, sport and physical activity, civic engagement and personal development. Our mission is to enable the best quality of life for us all as we age. Our vision is of an Ireland where all older people can be more active, more visible, more creative, more connected, more confident, more often.

We have an opportunity for a candidate who is highly motivated, with a strong project management background to join our Active Programme team as PALs Coordinator.

Our Active programme is the national sport and physical activity programme for older people funded by Sport Ireland and the HSE. The programme is designed to get older people in Ireland more active. Our PALs (Physical Activity Leaders) initiative is an education and peer leadership initiative which trains older people how to lead sport and physical activity sessions in their local groups and communities. We have a network of trained PALs around the country.

Our Physical Activity Leaders initiative also encompasses our CarePALs and PPALs initiatives.

Our CarePALs initiative trains those working or volunteering in nursing homes and day care settings to lead suitable physical activities with people in their care.

Our PPALs initiative trains older adults with intellectual disability to take a leadership role promoting physical activity among their peers.

Over the past two years we have carried out two major research studies of the impact of the pandemic on older people’s groups involved in physical activity programmes. The research shows that these groups and their associated Physical Activity Leaders (PALs) were severely impacted by the debilitating effects of the pandemic. However, it also shows that hundreds of PALs (within community and residential care settings) across the country, have returned to leading physical activity in their groups.

Supporting these PALs, revitalising their groups and the strengthening and expansion of our PALs network are key strategic priorities for us over the next three years. The appointment of a PALs Coordinator is a key part of this strategy.

This is a challenging and exciting opportunity to contribute to the national programme of physical activity for older people.

Job Description

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• Lead on rolling out our re-engagement plan with PALs, CarePALs and PPALs in line with our strategy, mission and vision and ensure that these initiatives are further developed, supported and appropriately resourced.
• Develop a strong working relationship with and act as Age & Opportunity’s main point of contact with all PALs initiative participants.
• Conduct on-site visits to PALs groups on a regular basis.
• Assist in setting up a register of participants on our database, and maintain this database, extracting reports from database system as required.
• Organise and keep records of workshops, gatherings and networking events, and arrange refresher workshops when they fall due.
• Set up an award system for PALs and PPALs.
• Develop new and maintain existing stakeholder relationships with a range of agencies and organisations.
• Promote awareness of PALs initiatives and their activities, working with our Communications Manager, including producing and designing regular newsletters for participants. Keep participants informed about all Age & Opportunity programmes and initiatives particularly those that may enhance their activities.
• Organise and contribute to the organisation of events including training activities, seminars or conferences in conjunction with the Active Programme Manager and the Communications Manager.
• Assist in the recruitment and training of participants nationally in conjunction with the wider Active programme team and local agencies. Identify further training opportunities for participants.
• Work closely with our Policy, Research and Evaluation Manager on evaluations of our PALs initiatives.

Other Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to legislation, regulations and defined quality standards on all projects undertaken.
• Follow the policies and procedures outlined in Age & Opportunity’s Employee Handbook, Policies and Procedures Manual, Internal Financial Controls and Procedures and Safety Statement.
• Commit to the purpose of Age & Opportunity, and work within the values of the organisation.
• Participate in regular supervision with your line manager.
• Actively participate in full team meetings.
• Show reasonable flexibility in relation to hours of attendance to meet the needs of the work. Work during unsocial hours may be required.
• Have a flexible approach to the work in response to organisational change, development and review of best practice.
• Participate in and engage with a performance management programme.
• Identify training needs with your line manager and participate in training opportunities appropriate to the role.
• Contribute as an active member of the Age & Opportunity team, to the development and support of other initiatives within the organisation where relevant.
• Promote and represent Age & Opportunity on committees and at events as requested.
• Operate within agreed budgets seeking authorisation for expenditure and be accountable for such expenditure authorised and ensure the appropriate coding of expenses.
• Provide written reports as per deadlines requested.
• Undertake any other tasks as will from time to time be requested

Person Specification

This person specification sets out the various criteria which are desirable or essential for the post and by which we will assess your application.

Education – desirable

A third level qualification in a relevant field is desirable.

Experience – essential

• Experience in project and people management and stakeholder engagement.  
• Experience in developing and managing similar initiatives.
• At least 2 years’ experience in the area of health and wellbeing, physical activity or sport.
• At least 2 years’ administration experience.
• Experience in using a CRM system, preferably Salesforce. 
• Strong interest in the area of older people’s health, physical activity or sport.

Skills – essential

• A team player with good interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with a range of people.
• Excellent administration skills.
• An ability to analyse information and communicate in a concise and articulate manner.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong project management and organisation skills, as well as attention to detail.
• High level computer literacy and competency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• An ability to administer a CRM system, preferably Salesforce.
• Full drivers licence and use of a car.

Remuneration and Benefits

The salary for this position is in the range of €37,000 to €40,000, depending on the level of experience.

Age & Opportunity offers the following benefits in addition to salary:

• Excellent working conditions in our Dublin office with a hybrid working model in place.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• An 8% employer’s contribution to pension (subject to a minimum 4% employee contribution).
• Annual leave of 24 days.
• Paid Maternity / Adoptive leave after 12 months’ service.
• Closure of the office on Good Friday and Christmas Eve (gift days).
• Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programme.
• Opportunity to avail of continuous professional development training specific to the role as deemed appropriate.
• Travel (bike to work scheme, tax saver commuter tickets).

The complete list of terms and conditions will be made available to the candidate offered the role.

To apply:

Please send your CV and cover letter, outlining how you match the above criteria, by email to margaret.roe@ageandopportunity.ie

Deadline for receipt of applications is Friday the 24th of March 2023 at 5pm.

Interviews will be held on Thursday the 13th of April 2023.

Shortlisting will apply.

Age & Opportunity is an equal opportunities employer.

Position:                    Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Contract:                    Permanent

Salary:                        €40,000 to €43,000, depending on the level of experience

Reporting to:             Active Programme Manager

Location:                    Hybrid. The candidate will be required to travel nationally and also attend regular meetings in our Dublin office.

Age & Opportunity is the national organisation that provides a range of opportunities for older people who want to get more involved in arts and culture, sport and physical activity, civic engagement and personal development. Our mission is to enable the best quality of life for us all as we age. Our vision is of an Ireland where all older people can be more active, more visible, more creative, more connected, more confident, more often.

We have an opportunity for a candidate who is highly motivated and energetic with a strong project management background to join our Active team as Assistant Programme Manager.

Our Active programme is the national programme for sport and physical activity for older people funded by Sport Ireland and the HSE.

Our programme includes:

PALs (Physical Activity Leaders) - This is an education and peer leadership initiative which trains older people how to lead sport and physical activity sessions in their local groups and communities.

PPALs – This initiative trains older adults with intellectual disability to take a leadership role in promoting physical activity among their peers.

CarePALs - This initiative trains those working or volunteering in care settings to lead suitable physical activities with people in their care.

FitLine - A free telephone mentoring service which encourages participants to start getting more active.

Age & Opportunity Active National Grant Scheme - This is an annual grant scheme offering funding to older people’s groups, nursing homes, sports clubs, local sports partnerships or any group that is promoting more physical activity or sport within their members. Funding is provided for the purchase of equipment or physical activity programmes or various sport and participation events.

Go for Life Games – These games include a variety of sports that have been adapted to be more inclusive of all ages and abilities. The games are being played by older people around the country in local communities and many groups take part in regional events.

Movement Minutes - There are a variety of Movement Minutes videos to help people get moving and to keep active on the Age & Opportunity website and YouTube channel. The videos last from 15 minutes to 30 minutes and include general movement sessions, strength, chair pilates, yoga, tai chi and more. There is an option to follow standing or seated sessions.

• Co-ordinate the Active Programme Trainers in the delivery of the national training and development programme and provide and organise training, upskilling and mentoring for trainers.

• Organise events including training activities and seminars to inform and promote the programme.
• Assist the Active Programme Manager in the management of the budget for the Active Programme.
• Input into the preparation of funding applications where requested by the Active Programme Manager.

• Liaise with the HR Manager and the Active Programme Manager in relation to the recruitment of contractors, interns and volunteers.

• Ensure adherence to legislation, regulations and defined quality standards on all projects undertaken.
• Follow the policies and procedures outlined in Age & Opportunity’s Employee Handbook, Policies and Procedures Manual, Internal Financial Controls and Procedures and Safety Statement.
• Commit to the purpose of Age & Opportunity and work within the values of the organisation.
• Contribute as an active member of the Age & Opportunity team, to the development and support of other initiatives within the organisation where relevant.
• Promote and represent Age & Opportunity on committees and at events as requested.
• Participate in regular supervision with your line manager.
• Actively participate in full team meetings.
• Show reasonable flexibility in relation to hours of attendance to meet the needs of the work. Work during unsocial hours may be required.
• Have a flexible approach to the work in response to organisational change, development and review of best practice.
• Participate in and engage with a performance management programme.
• Identify training needs with your line manager and participate in training opportunities appropriate to the role.
• Operate within agreed budgets seeking authorisation for expenditure and be accountable for such expenditure authorised and ensure the appropriate coding of expenses.
• Provide written reports as per deadlines requested.
• Undertake any other tasks as will from time to time be requested

Person Specification

Education – essential

A third level qualification in a sport or physical activity related field.

Experience – essential

• At least 3 years’ experience in project and people management and stakeholder management.
• Experience in the area of health promotion, physical activity or sport.
• Experience in developing and managing similar programmes and initiatives preferably for older people.
• Knowledge of Ireland’s health, sport and physical activity environment, policies and structures.
• Strong interest in the area of older people’s health, physical activity or sport.

Skills – essential

• A team player with good interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with a range of people and organisations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong project management, organisation skills as well as attention to detail.
• High level of computer literacy and competency in Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
• Experience of managing budgets.
• Experience in using CRM system, preferably Salesforce.
• Display a positive manner and integrity, confidentiality and commitment.
• Full drivers licence and use of a car.

Remuneration and Benefits

The salary for this position is in the range of €40,000 to €43,000, depending on the level of experience.

Age & Opportunity offers the following benefits in addition to salary:

• Excellent working conditions in our Dublin office with a hybrid working model in place, with a great team of colleagues.
• An 8% employer’s contribution to pension (subject to a minimum 4% employee contribution).
• Annual leave of 24 days.
• Paid Maternity / Adoptive leave after 12 months’ service.
• Closure of the office on Good Friday and Christmas Eve (gift days).
• Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programme.
• Opportunity to avail of continuous professional development training specific to the role as deemed appropriate.
• Travel (bike to work scheme, tax saver commuter tickets).

The complete list of terms and conditions will be made available to the candidate offered the role.

To apply:

Please send your CV and cover letter, outlining how you match the above criteria, by email to margaret.roe@ageandopportunity.ie

Deadline for receipt of applications is 5pm on Friday the 24th of March 2023.   Interviews will be held on Thursday the 13th of April 2023.

Shortlisting will apply.

Age & Opportunity is an equal opportunities employer.

Office Manager

Maternity Cover

Federation of Irish Sport

We are currently recruiting for an Office Manager to join our dynamic team on a maternity cover contract.  

The expected Start date May 8th, 2023, until December 15th, 2023 – Fixed Purpose Contract to provide cover for Maternity Leave.  Working days are Monday to Friday, a 39-hour working week.

The Federation currently offer a hybrid working model.

The Federation of Irish Sport is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and efficient Office Manager for Maternity leave cover. This is a key appointment for the Federation and will suit someone who is highly motivated and organised. The Federation is the representative body for Ireland’s National Governing Bodies of Sport and Local Sports Partnerships. Membership of the Federation is currently comprised of 110 different sporting organisations.

The vision of the Federation is to provide a dynamic and effective voice for Irish Sport promoting the value of sport to Ireland while providing outstanding representation and services to members. The office administrator will seek to inform themselves of the work of the organisation, its aims and objectives and develop an understanding and knowledge of the Federation’s stakeholders and organisational needs.

If you would like to apply for the role, please send a copy of your CV outlining your qualifications and experience, and a covering letter outlining your suitability and match to the requirements for the role along with the names of two referees. Please note, references will not be checked without permission.

Please submit your application electronically to:

Mary O’ Connor, CEO, Federation of Irish Sport, recruitment@irishsport.ie

Closing date:                    Applications to be received no later than Wednesday March 22nd @5pm.

Interviews:                       Interviews for shortlisted candidates will take place on Tuesday March 28th.

Salary:                               €35,000 pro rata

Contract Type:                Fixed purpose Maternity leave Cover

Base Location:                 Federation of Irish Sport Head Office, Irish Sport HQ, National Sports

Campus, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15

Driving Licence/Car:       Due to travel involved a clean current full driving licence and own car is

desirable.

Vetting:                             Garda Vetting will also apply

Federation of Irish Sport is an equal opportunities employer, and all applications will be treated in strictest confidence.

Tennis Ireland is the National Governing Body for the sport of tennis in Ireland. Tennis Ireland was founded in 1908 and has almost 180 affiliated clubs and engages with almost 80,000 players. Tennis Ireland stages Pro Tour events including the AIG Irish Open Championships and selects teams to participate in the Billie Jean King Cup, Davis Cup and other international events at Junior, Senior and Veterans level. Tennis Ireland also supports the delivery of a wide range of competitive, educational and development programmes at local, provincial and national levels.

Leinster Tennis is the largest Branch within Tennis Ireland accounting for 81 Clubs, up to 30,000 players, and a Junior Performance Squad of almost 300 boys/girls under the age of 18.

https://www.leinstertennis.ie

The Enjoy Tennis Programme brings the opportunity to learn and play tennis to people with disabilities all around Ireland. Currently it operates in almost 100 clubs and provides the opportunity for people with a wide range of disabilities to take part. This includes vision impairment, wheelchair tennis, players with a learning disability, players with autism and those with dementia. Further details available at

https://www.tennisireland.ie/clubs/enjoy-tennis/  

Role

Your opportunity will be to continue to expand the Enjoy Tennis programme in Leinster. This will bring the fun of tennis to your players and also help clubs to integrate their new players into the club. The role covers all of the clubs in South Leinster and also in Dun Laoghaire and South Dublin.

The key opportunity in this role is to help create new Enjoy Tennis groups . This is an exciting opportunity and involves liaising with clubs, coaches, the disability service providers and special schools.

This role is offered on a part-time basis for thirty hours per month. A level of flexibility is required for the role and some evening/weekend work could be required from time to time

If you believe you would get a lot of satisfaction from creating these opportunities and enjoy selling the concept to both new clubs and new players - then this role is for you!

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Create the opportunity for players with a disability to learn and play tennis at their local club.

• Engage with Disability Service Providers, Special schools and key partners IWA Sport and Vision Sports Ireland to connect them with tennis clubs.

• Facilitate specialist tennis coaching skills and disability awareness training for coaches and club members.

• Support the groups to help ensure this is a long-term opportunity for the players.

• You will have the resources to help fund the coaching, enable coaches and club members to access training, and advise the club on getting a group started, and provide necessary specialist equipment.

The Person

• Will have a commitment to creating opportunities for people with disabilities.

• Strong communication, relationship building and selling skills.

• You may be a Tennis Coach or a coach from another discipline with disability sport experience.

• You may have volunteer experience with a tennis club.

Additional Information

● The role is a 1-year fixed term contract subject to a successful period of probation.

● The post is remote based from employees home address.

● This role is offered on a part-time basis for thirty hours per month.

Reports to: Director, Enjoy Tennis Programme

Remuneration: €7,000 gross per annum.

How to apply

Letter of application and CV should be sent by email to hr@tennisireland.ie no later than 4pm on 24th March 2023. Please reference Enjoy Tennis Development Officer in the subject line.

For further information please contact Liam O’Donohoe (0862618931)

Appointment will be made subject to satisfactory Garda Vetting and suitable reference checks.

Tennis Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:                                         Community Sports Hub Co-ordinator

Reports to:                                     Governance & Participation Manager

Responsible for:                            This role is to support participation on a grassroots level and develop the Sport of Badminton. Whilst this role has a regional focus on a club support level, this role will also be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and evaluating our Community Sports Hub Programme.

Main Duties/Responsibilities

Club Support

• Identify and help resolve the specific sporting needs of Badminton Clubs by engaging and assisting them in accessing or creating relevant and identified opportunities.
• Work with Badminton Ireland Staff in Coaching, Development, Membership, Events and Volunteer training.
• Organise appropriate training opportunities targeting volunteers and participants to build capacity in our clubs.
• Help to recruit volunteers and participants in coach education and other appropriate awards to assist in developing innovative neighbourhood sport & active recreation participation projects.
• Develop new and maintain existing relationships with key partners such as the local County Badminton Association, The Local Sports Partnership, The Provincial Branch, Sport Ireland, and any other applicable bodies.
• Assist in the creation and development of school-club links
• Be responsible for the marketing and promotion of all programmes and activities.
• Review performance areas as outlined in the annual operations plan.
• Manage a programme budget assigned to your role.
• Other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the line manager and/or CEO of Badminton Ireland.

Community Sports Hub

• Work with our partner bodies to deliver, monitor and evaluate the Community Sports Hub Project.
• Develop a Steering Group within the Community Sports Hub to ensure sustainability.
• Ensure a programme of activity is in place to deliver on our core objectives with this Dormant Account Funded Project.

Who we are looking for:

Our ideal candidate is a confident and proactive communicator (both verbally and in writing) and highly computer literate.

You will be enthusiastic about Badminton Ireland’s mission and comfortable with a degree of uncertainty – your day will inevitably involve challenging tasks and exposure to key stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.

The role will require the availability to work remotely at present, so it is expected that the person will have a sound broadband connection that will allow them to carry out their duties. The role will also require carrying out work outside of normal working hours. Badminton Ireland operates a TOIL process for any hours completed outside of normal working hours.

Essential:

• Have a Full Clean Driver’s Licence and Transport.
• Have eligibility to work in the Republic of Ireland.
• Be a self-starter, capable of acting on your own initiative and proactively managing competing demands and pressures and able to multi-task effectively
• Must be able to work collaboratively, with a range of colleagues in the wider organisation, as well as with external stakeholders
• Experience in working with volunteers in a community setting
• Ability to use social media as a tool to promote programmes and initiatives
• Ability to work as part of a team and work effectively on your own initiative
• Ability to plan effectively and manage multiple projects at a given time
• Ability to monitor and evaluate the impact of programmes
• Ability to manage a budget
• Ability to communicate effectively both in-person and via email communications
• Ability to persuade people and act with empathy
• Committed to personal development and undertaking training relevant to your role
• Ability to communicate effectively both in-person and via email communications

Desirable:

• Minimum QQI Level 7 in Community Sports Development, Sports Management, Sports Coaching, Health Science, or other relevant qualification
• Have eligibility to work in the Republic of Ireland.
• BWF Coaching Qualification or other NGB Coaching Qualification
• Valid Sport Ireland Safeguarding Level 1 Award
• Experience of working with Children/Young People
• Experience in delivering, presenting at or conducting meetings
• Knowledge of the challenges facing Badminton Clubs
• Knowledge of the National Sports Policy, Sport Ireland Strategy, and the Badminton Ireland Strategic Plan
• Understanding of the Badminton Ireland Organisational Structure
• Knowledge of the barriers which people may face from disadvantaged communities

Salary:                 Up to €33,000 Pro Rata - pa DOE

Hours:                 Up to 37.5 hours per week (flexible)

Location:            Munster Region / Colaiste Mhuire Askeaton

Contract:            10 Months (subject to continuation depending on Funding)

Additional Badminton Ireland Benefits include:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Generous annual leave.

Interested applicants should send an up-to-date CV with a Cover Letter to cfadian@badmintonireland.com  before the closing date  of 5 pm on Monday 31st January 2022.

Please be sure to include ‘Application for the position of Activation Officer – Munster Region’ in the subject line of your email. Applications not labelled correctly may fail to be shortlisted.

Badminton Ireland is an equal opportunities employer

The Irish Judo Association is recruiting a Sport Ireland ASPIRE Graduate to join Irish Judo as part of the office team.

All information about the role can be found through the following link:

ASPIRE Graduate 2023

Application Process for the above position:

Candidates should submit a cover letter together with their curriculum vitae and details of two Referees to:
Ms. Deirdre Leonard by email only to: admin@irishjudoassociation.ie

Closing date for application for vacancy: 12th April 2023

Interviews will be at Irish Sport HQ, Sport Ireland Campus.

Appointment will be made subject to satisfactory:
– Garda Vetting/Access NI Vetting
– Reference Checking Procedures

More info and applications here: Aspire Graduate - Job Vacancy - Irish Judo Association

Cycling Ireland are recruiting for the position of Development Coach to strengthen our pathway for aspiring riders to reach World Championship level competitiveness in the LA Olympic Cycle and beyond.

Aim of this role

Lead the on the delivery/development of an inspirational pathway programme from youth participant or talent ID through to senior age group competitiveness on the world stage.

Role

The successful candidate will work with the Head Coach (HC) and National Track Coach (NTC) in the delivery and strategic leadership of the “Perform” aspects of CI’s 2020-2024 Strategic Plan, of which a key aspect is the establishment of sustainable structures and systems specific to Olympic and Paralympic Programmes.

The Development Coach is a new position in the High-Performance Unit (HPU) for the provision of high-performance coaching services to nationally identified young riders covering predominantly the final year youth, Junior and first year senior age groups.

Our aim is to identify, develop and support riders through these essential stages in the pathway to enhance their potential to be competitive as senior athletes in future Olympic cycles.

Currently we have a successful Athlete Development Programme, delivered in association with practitioners from Sport Ireland Institute. Recently this has been expanded from the Jnr age group to incorporate final year U16’s. We wish to continue developing this exciting programme, and look to develop further support across the Junior to Senior transition in future. We also aspire to develop further in the area of Talent ID in youth age groups, and see this new role as a key post in realising these ambitions, alongside day to day support of our Junior athletes.

How to apply

Applications to include CV and cover letter to myra.mcglynn@cyclingireland.ie on or before April 4th, 2023.

Sport Ireland established the Local Sports Partnership (LSP) Network as an initiative to create a national structure to co-ordinate and promote the development of sport and participation at local level. LSPs aim to increase participation in sport and physical activity by breaking down barriers and increasing numbers of people participating and ensuring continued participation through all stages of life.

The role of the Community Sports Development Officer which is funded by Sport Ireland is to strengthen and enhance the capacity of the Local Sports Partnerships to further develop locally led plans and more long term sustainable physical activity programmes under the National Physical Activity Plan (Action 46).

Role Objectives:

1. Support the development of exciting and dynamic opportunities to increase participation for people who are sedentary.
2. Capacity to work with National Governing Bodies (NGBs) that do not currently have development officers and other stakeholders to deliver services to increase participation.
3. Develop sustainable local leadership for sport within communities.

Job Description

Title:                           Community Sports Development Officer – Fixed Term Contract.

Salary Scale:             Grade 4 administrative scale in line with the local authority grades commencing at €30,932 - €49,358.

Hours:                        37.5 hours per week.  The chosen candidate must be flexible, and willing to work evening and weekends to accommodate the service needs, for which time off in lieu can be taken.

Annual Leave:           26 days annual leave or pro rata where less than full time hours worked.

Travel Expenses:      Travelling expenses will be paid where appropriate.

Location:                    Laois Leisure - Portlaoise, Moneyballytyrrell, Portlaoise, Co. Laois.

Reports to:                 Manager of LSP.

Duration:                    Fixed term contract subject to satisfactory completion of a 6-month probationary period

Role of the Community Sports Development Officer

The Community Sports Development Officer (CSDO) will foster and encourage a culture of Active Participation, supporting opportunities for and access to sport and physical activity in local communities. The CSDO will address barriers to participation and encourage access and increase opportunities for participation by those who experience disadvantage for any reason. The CSDO will cover work in the below areas:

Research

• Establish a baseline in the communities chosen for interventions and conduct an audit of local clubs and update where this has already been completed.

Community Activation

• Consult and work with the LSP team and local communities to identify the need and demand for new activities.
• Participate in the design, organisation and implementation of physical activity programmes and events for LSP target groups.
• Encourage and foster opportunities for programme development and new initiatives with partner agencies.
• Provide guidance and support to develop sustainable community sports clubs .
• Support and maintain strong links between schools and community sports clubs.

Planning

• Assist with the implementation of the goals and objectives outlined in the LSP strategy.
• Develop action plans in line with the needs of the community and contribute to the preparation of annual operational plans.

Relationship Building

• Work with smaller national governing bodies that do not currently have development officers to increase opportunities for participation.

Facilitation

• Support the continued roll out of Sport Ireland’s investment including Dormant Accounts Funded projects.
• Coordinate and facilitate training and development opportunities.
• Administration and attendance at courses that are contracted out, maintaining the standards and representing LSP.
• Undertake any other relevant and related duties that may be required by LSP.

Evaluation

• Implement a monitoring and evaluation framework for all projects.
• Facilitate quarterly and annual reviews of the annual operational plan reporting on the effectiveness and impact of work areas.
• Measure and monitor performance indicators based on the impact the courses/programmes are having at local level.

Financial Management

• Adhere to LSP financial policies in regard to procurement of goods and services, budget planning and reporting while ensuring compliance requirements of funding agency (ies).
• Establish a financial monitoring template for the operational budget.

Marketing & PR

• Assist with the preparation of an annual marketing plan for LSP including the preparation of press releases, articles and radio promotions.
• Collate material for inclusion in partner agency promotional materials such as LSP newsletter and on website, etc.
• Provide support and assistance in maintaining up-to-date databases.
• Identify and secure, in consultation with the co-ordinator, opportunities that present in the area of PR and marketing for LSP.

Health & Safety Management

• Contribute to ensuring that all facilities the company use are fully in compliance with current health & safety standards.
• Assist in the investigation of all accidents/incidents and communicate all results/recommendations.
• Ensure that all activities undertaken as an officer of LSP are in line with codes of practice and legislation.

Community Sports Development Officer

Person Specification

Shortlisting of candidates will apply based on the information supplied at application. Canvassing will disqualify. Those shortlisted will be invited to attend for interview to be held in April. Informal queries to Caroline Myers up to 31st March cmyers@laoissports.ie.

Please submit your statement of suitability and CV by 1pm Friday 7th April 2023:

Ref: LSP CSDO 1, Caroline Myers, Manager,

Laois Sports Partnership, Laois Leisure Portlaoise, Moneyballytyrrell, Portlaoise, Co. Laois R32 YP11.

Laois Sports Partnership is an Equal Opportunities Employer