The Cork County Board wish to recruit a County Games Development Administrator. The successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation of GAA Games Development Policy and will report directly to the Cork County Games Manager. The successful applicant will be expected to work as part of a team in conjunction with other full time and voluntary personnel to deliver set goals and objectives for all GAA sports. 

Duties & Responsibilities include:

• Implement a regular programme of games appropriate to the age and ability of the various playing groups at all levels;
• Introduce coaching and skill development initiatives appropriate to the age and ability of the various playing groups;
• Deliver a programme of courses and workshops appropriate to the requirements of Coaches, Administrators and Referees to fulfil their various functions in a Games Development context;
• Introduce and implement a variety of initiatives to support and mentor the development of a sustainable sports system by managing the identification, recruitment and training of key personnel within Clubs, Schools and County to effectively develop Gaelic Games in the community.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years experience of working in the GAA or similar sporting organization (Voluntary or Professional Capacity);
• Ability to work independently and on own initiative;
• Excellent administrative and IT Skills are essential;
• Award 1 GAA Coaching Qualification would be a distinct advantage;
• Excellent communication/presentation skills (verbal and written);
• An appropriate Third Level Qualification would be a distinct advantage;
• Full Clean Drivers License is essential;
• Excellent interpersonal and proven ability to build and sustain good working relationships;
• Experience of effectively managing multiple projects and deadlines with a hands-on approach to getting things done;
• Clear and detailed knowledge of the GAA’s coaching schemes and initiatives.

Candidates interested in the above roles should apply by sending an up to date cover letter and Curriculum

Vitae by email to jobapplications@gaa.ie on or before 5pm on 14^th August 2015.         

GAA is an equal opportunities employer