Team Manager

Football Association of Ireland; Blanchardstown; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two premium-level tickets to each home

Company pension and life assurance

Hybrid and flexible working

Free onsite parking

Bike to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

The Football Association of Ireland is seeking a Team Manager to lead all operational, logistical and administrative aspects for the Republic of Ireland national team(s). You will partner with the Lead Coach and International Operations Manager to deliver all non-technical needs and coordinate a multidisciplinary team, with significant domestic and international travel.

Your role involves planning camps, managing budgets, and acting as the central liaison with tournament organisers, UEFA/FIFA

Qualifications

• At least three years’ experience in sports administration, travel, logistics or event management.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams in high-performance environments.
• Strong experience in travel, accommodation, logistics and operational planning.
• Excellent organisation, communication and attention to detail.
• Calm, decisive and effective under pressure.
• Knowledge of FIFA/UEFA regulations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop operational plans for team camps, including travel, airport, transport, accommodation, facilities and meals.
• Act as lead contact for tournament organisers, UEFA/FIFA officials and opposition teams, and ensure matchday protocols are met.
• Manage player call-ups, databases, passports, caps, disciplinary records and eligibility cases.
• Coordinate equipment ordering, shipping, logistics and customs requirements.
• Manage the team budget and lead pre-camp, in-camp and post-camp meetings and reviews.
• Promote a positive, inclusive and high-performing team culture across all staff and players.

Skills

Sports administration

Travel logistics

Event management

Coordination of multidisciplinary team

Organisation and communication

Job description

The Football Association of Ireland is looking for a Team Manager to lead all operational, logistical and administrative aspects of their assigned Republic of Ireland national team(s).

The Role

Working in partnership with the Lead Coach and International Operations Manager, you will deliver all operational and logistical requirements and foster a cohesive, high-performing team environment. You will lead all non-technical aspects of the multidisciplinary team, acting as the central point of coordination. The role involves significant domestic and international travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop operational plans for team camps, including travel, airport, transport, accommodation, facilities and meals
• Act as lead contact for tournament organisers, UEFA/FIFA officials and opposition teams, and ensure matchday protocols are met
• Manage player call-ups, databases, passports, caps, disciplinary records and eligibility cases
• Coordinate equipment ordering, shipping, logistics and customs requirements
• Manage the team budget and lead pre-camp, in-camp and post-camp meetings and reviews
• Promote a positive, inclusive and high-performing team culture across all staff and players

About You

• At least three years’ experience in sports administration, travel, logistics or event management
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams in high-performance environments
• Strong experience in travel, accommodation, logistics and operational planning
• Excellent organisation, communication and attention to detail
• Calm, decisive and effective under pressure
• Knowledge of FIFA/UEFA regulations is desirable

Benefits

• Two premium-level tickets to each home international game
• Opportunities to work at international matches
• Company pension and life assurance
• Sick pay scheme and family-friendly leave
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Free onsite parking, bike to work scheme and employee assistance programme
• Discounted access to the National Aquatic Centre and gym complex

Key Details

• Location: FAI Headquarters, Abbotstown, Dublin 15, with significant domestic and international travel
• Contract: Fixed term, full time
• Closing date: 6 November 2026