The ideal candidate for this role will have a strong understanding of the following:
" Club development initiatives (in rugby or other sports)
" Grant applications e.g. lottery, local authority, educational, Irish Sports Council
" Current programmes in place, such as School Club Link programmes, Community Club Outreach programmes, Social Inclusion programmes etc.
" Irish Sports Council development topics

General areas of responsibility of the Club Development Officer include:
" Implementing and ensuring the ongoing development of the IRFU Club Development Programme and Clubs of Ireland scheme.
" Working closely with all clubs to assist with strategic planning, grants applications, marketing campaigns, player/volunteer recruitment and retention and other ventures.
" Developing the Volunteer Recognition Programme within the club structure.
" Developing a high profile within club rugby through club visits, seminars and other rugby public occasions and conferences.
" Assisting the IRFU and the branches in other related rugby development areas.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) as well as exceptional organisational skills and the ability to motivate themselves and others in a team environment. Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages is also essential.

If you would like to apply for this position, please do so in writing by forwarding a current curriculum vitae along with a detailed letter of application to:

Martin Gallagher
Provincial Domestic Game Manager, Connacht Rugby
Galway Sports Ground
College Road, Galway
or by email to recruitment@irfu.ie

The closing date for applications is Friday 9th March 2007
The IRFU is an equal opportunities employer