Gaelic Games Development Coordinator Job Description
Role Overview
The Gaelic Games Development Coordinator is responsible for delivering GAA games development policy and related programs in local clubs and schools within a geographic area of a county.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the timely implementation of Association policies, strategies, and programmes relating to coaching and games development within a region of a county.
* Manage key relations with clubs and schools to support growth and engagement across all Gaelic Games working closely with Camogie, LGFA, Handball, and Rounders within a region of the county.
* Coordinate and supervise other county personnel as required to include responsibility for supporting the formulation of weekly/monthly work programmes with the County Head of Games.
* Liaise with and support a team of Coach Developers in the County to deliver coach and referee development.
* Coordinate the recruitment, training, and deployment of Club Camp and Club-School Link coaches within a region of the county.
Leadership and Collaboration
Assist 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.
Ensure the effective use of GAA coaching and games development IT Systems. Ensure programmes are delivered in line with national games development policy.
Coordinatethe delivery of programmes in areas of potential growth and develop strategies to increase engagement in Gaelic Games and specific codes.
Club Support
Coordinatethe 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).
Liaise, support, and provide on-going training and development opportunities to Club Coaching Officers.
With the Club Coaching and Childrens Officer ensure all coaches and volunteers meet the required coaching, vetting, and safeguarding requirements.
Schools Support
Coordinatethe delivery of the GAA5STAR Programme in primary schools introducing and engaging children in all Gaelic Games.
Coordinate and oversee 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, Diversity and Inclusion Programmes.
Assist with the delivery of Transition Year and GAA Future Leaders Programme.
Talent Academy/Player Development Support
Support the County Head of Games in identification of players and coaches to participate in the county talent academy programme.
Coordinate and organise as required regional/divisional games activities to support the programme.
Guide and support clubs and schools on the delivery of player development supports ensuring coherence with talent academy programme;
Stakeholder Management
Work closely with the relevant Coaching and Games Development Committees at County level.
Work 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.