Job Description
Cumann Lthchleas Gael is Ireland's leading sporting and cultural organisation with a membership approaching one million people and in excess of 500,000 playing participants at all levels.
Inspired by its amateur status and supported by the voluntary efforts of all its members, the GAA devotes its entire resources to the development of Gaelic Games and Culture nationally and in local communities.
About the Role
The role holder will be responsible for the delivery of GAA games development policy and related programmes as contained in the county coaching and games development plan in local clubs and schools (Primary and Post Primary) within a geographic area of a county.
The role will also focus on establishing self-sufficient and sustainable clubs by building capacity and capability within the volunteer structure to deliver a games development programme.
Key Responsibilities
1. Operations: Oversee the timely implementation of Association policies, strategies and programmes relating to coaching and games development within a region of a county.
2. People Management: Coordinate and supervise other county personnel e.g., Participation Officers as required to include responsibility for supporting the formulation of weekly/monthly work programmes with the County Head of Games.
3. Liaison with Coach Developers in the County to deliver coach and referee development.
4. Coordinate the recruitment, training and deployment of Club Camp and Club-School Link coaches within a region of the county.
The role will also involve:
1. Assisting the County Head of Games, County Coaching and Games Committee and key County Officers with the development and implementation of the County Games Development Strategy in the county and associated multi-annual plan.
2. Ensuring the effective use of GAA coaching and games development IT systems.
3. Ensuring programmes are delivered in line with national games development policy.
4. Coordinating the delivery of programmes in areas of potential growth and developing strategies to increase engagement in Gaelic Games and specific codes.
Club Support
The role holder will be responsible for:
1. Coordinating the delivery of a club support programme in clubs to achieve the GAA's goal of creating self-sufficiency and sustainability by building capacity and capability (Club Compass).
2. Liaising, supporting and providing ongoing training and development opportunities to Club Coaching Officers.
3. Ensuring all coaches and volunteers meet the required coaching, vetting and safeguarding requirements.
4. Assisting clubs with the development of player pathways and leading the coordination of participation and retention programmes in the region to help transition as many players as possible through child, youth and adult stages of the pathway.
Schools Support
The role holder will be responsible for:
1. Coordinating the delivery of the GAA 5 STAR Programme in primary schools introducing and engaging children in all Gaelic Games.
2. Coordinating and overseeing the delivery of participation and retention programmes in primary and post-primary schools to include Intra and inter-school Go Games, Intra and Inter-school Super Games and Diversity and Inclusion Programmes.
3. Assisting with the delivery of Transition Year and GAA Future Leaders Programme.
Talent Academy/Player Development Support
The role holder will be responsible for:
1. Supporting the County Head of Games in identifying players and coaches to participate in the county talent academy programme.
2. Coordinating and organising regional/divisional games activities to support the programme.
3. Guiding and supporting clubs and schools on the delivery of player development supports ensuring coherence with talent academy programme.
Stakeholder Management
The role holder will be responsible for working closely with the relevant Coaching and Games Development Committees at County level and effectively with all key stakeholders (National GAA, Province, County, Clubs, Schools, Third Level, etc) to grow participation and increase retention rates including LGFA, Camogie, GAA Handball and Rounders.
This role is subject to Garda Vetting. Please note that this role requires an own car with a full clean driving license and ability to work and attend evening and weekend meetings/activities in addition to normal day to day activities.
Candidates interested in the above role should apply with an up-to-date cover letter and Curriculum Vitae on or before 3pm, 12th May 2025.
The GAA is an equal opportunities employer.