Vacancy: Connacht Rugby Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach – Lead
10th May 2014 By Munster Rugby
The IRFU are currently accepting applications for the position of Academy S&C Coach, based in Connacht.
As an integral part of the CBIRFU rugby operations, the Academy S&C Coach will lead on all aspects of Academy S&C and be required to fulfil the following main duties:
- Coordinate and deliver strength and conditioning support for the Connacht Academy and Sub Academy.
- Coordinate and deliver fitness testing according to the CBIRFU test protocols and timetable for the Connacht Academy and Sub Academy.
- Contribute to the overall performance of the Connacht Fitness department across all levels of delivery.
The successful candidate will have an excellent and verifiable record of programme design and delivery of physical development programmes for adolescent and adult rugby players with communication, organisational, interpersonal and teamwork skills. A minimum of three years’ experience in a professional rugby environment is essential. A Degree and recognised S&C Accreditation are required.
To apply (or for a full Job Description), please forward your Curriculum Vitae with a covering letter of not more than one page highlighting relevant experience to Eoin Ward at recruitment@irfu.ie or alternatively by post to Eoin Ward, HR Department, IRFU, 10/12 Lansdowne Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4.
Only applicants who have a valid work permit for the EU will be considered.
Please note that the closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday, 16th May 2014.
If you are shortlisted and called for interview, please be aware that interviews will take place on Wednesday, 28th May 2014. The aim would be for the successful candidate to take up duties in Galway at the start of the pre-season at the end of June.
