Gaelic Games Development Lead – County Wexford

Gaelic Athletic Association; Leinster; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaelic Athletic Association in Ireland seeks a County Games Development Coordinator for Wexford. You will drive games development policy and programmes in local clubs and schools, building capacity within volunteers to deliver a sustainable development programme.

The role focuses on coordinating coaches, volunteers and school staff, implementing regional strategies and ensuring safeguarding and IT systems are used effectively to grow participation across Gaelic Games.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience within a Gaelic Games or community sport setting.
• Strong knowledge of coaching schemes and development initiatives.
• Ability to engage clubs, schools and volunteers effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee timely implementation of policies and programmes within a region of a county.
• Manage relations with clubs and schools to support growth and engagement.
• Coordinate and supervise county personnel and coach developers to deliver development programmes.
• Coordinate recruitment, training and deployment of Camp and Club-School Link coaches.
• Assist in the development and implementation of the County Games Development Strategy.

Skills

People leadership

Coaching development

Stakeholder engagement

Event coordination

Education

GAA Coaching Qualification

Level 7 NFQ qualification

GAA Tutor/Coach Developer qualification

Job description

Gaelic Athletic Association in Ireland seeks a County Games Development Coordinator for Wexford. You will drive games development policy and programmes in local clubs and schools, building capacity within volunteers to deliver a sustainable development programme.

The role focuses on coordinating coaches, volunteers and school staff, implementing regional strategies and ensuring safeguarding and IT systems are used effectively to grow participation across Gaelic Games.