Vacancy | Honorary Secretary

Munster Rugby are inviting applications for the position of Honorary Secretary of the Munster Branch.

A voluntary position, suitable candidates are selected and nominated by a club and sent to the Chairman of the Governance and Nominations Committee.

Applications will be assessed by the Governance and Nominations Committee (GNC) and a panel drawn up for interview. The GNC will make a recommendation/s to the Board, for approval or otherwise. If / when approved by the Board, candidate(s) will be forwarded to the Branch Committee for election by vote and ratification.

The Honorary Secretary is elected for a term of four years, subject to annual review and can then be re-elected, on an annual basis.

Brief Outline

The Honorary Secretary will manage all Governance affairs for and on behalf of the Branch Committee in accordance with the Branch Bye laws. He/she will Liaison between clubs / schools and the Branch and / or its various Committees / sub-committees as necessary and have responsibility for all administrative affairs of the Branch, excluding financial affairs.

Requirements

• A strong working knowledge of the Munster Branch of the IRFU and the Rules & Regulations pertaining to the amateur game is essential
• A working knowledge of the Bye Laws and Governance of the Munster Branch of the IRFU are essential
• Excellent administration, people management skills are necessary
• Competency with IT, report writing and organizational skills vital
• This can be a demanding role and can require up to 20 hours commitment per week
• Available to meet staff in the Cork office regularly

Competency Criteria

• Strong communication – written and verbal essential
• Ability to manage, influence and communicate with a variety of stakeholder’s key
• Administration and logistical skills desirable
• As you will be dealing with commercially sensitive information, discretion and confidentiality are key
• You will need to be proactive, organized and have a very strong ability to plan and organize to ensure schedules and deadlines are met
• You will need to be forward thinking and innovative with strong problem solving experience

Process for Appointment

The appointment will be made in accordance with the Branch Bye Laws.

All Applications to Chair of Governance Bryan Hyland (bryanhyland@munsterrugby.ie) with a supporting letter from your affiliated club Hon Sec.

Latest date for applications Friday 13th February 2026