Sports Jobs

Irish Rugby – Head of Fitness

Head of Fitness – Ireland Rugby Football Union

Location Dublin

Type of contract Full time

Closing date 11/11/2011

Job Description

The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) is currently accepting applications for the position of Head of Fitness, IRFU. The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to operate within an ambitious, challenging and successful rugby environment. This is a senior management position within the IRFU with the primary goal of further developing and implementing the IRFU Fitness Programme within the Professional Game (National and Provincial), Domestic Game and at the Academy and Age Grade Levels. This position involves direct management of all Fitness Staff operating within the IRFU.

Reporting directly to the IRFU Director of Rugby, and working closely with the directors of coaching and fitness coaches at provincial and national Level, the successful candidate will have:

* A minimum of 5 years experience in a head fitness position within a professional rugby environment

* Recognised degree or higher national diploma in physical education, human movement, practical certification in sport related competence (i.e. SAQ, strength and conditioning, functional conditioning)

* Experience in the development and delivery of fitness related continued professional development

* An appreciation of the structures of Irish rugby and the Long Term Player Development pathway

* Excellent people management and leadership skills

* Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.

The successful candidate will receive a remuneration and benefits package commensurate with this high profile position.

The closing date for applications is 1pm, Friday 11 November 2011.

How to apply

Contact person: Carmel Brennan
Phone: 00353 1 647 3821
Email: recruitment@irfu.ie

Elverys Job Claremorris

Elverys Sports are now recruiting an experienced retail Store Manager for their Claremorris Store

Elverys Sports is the longest established sports retailer, with over 55 stores nationwide and growing! We now wish to hire a Store Manager to lead and develop in store.

This is an excellent opportunity to become an integral member of our management team.

Key Responsibilities:

-To lead and develop the team within the store to deliver store objectives and sales targets

-Recruit, develop, motivate and retain sales assistants within a fast paced environment

-Ensure all team members are trained in customer service and product knowledge

-Ensure excellent customer service is delivered consistently in store

-Effective management of wage costs and other store costs

-Delivering excellent store standards consistently

-Implementation of merchandising guidelines

Experience / Requirements:

-2-3 years retail assistant management experience required. (Note: You will not be considered for this position if you do not have experience in retail management)

-Sales orientated with a strong knowledge of retail business

-Successful proven track record of people management

-An effective leader with excellent team management skills

-Ambitious with a proven ability to take initiative and implement change

-Strong commitment to excellent customer service

-Strong commercial awareness

-Passionate/interest in Sport would be an advantage

We can offer you…

-A structured training plan in one of our dedicated training stores

-Competitive basic salary

-Quarterly Performance Bonus

-Up to 25% staff discount scheme

-22 days annual leave

-Uniforms Provided

Contact  -  hr@elverys.ie

Working Holiday Visa for Australia

Over 22 thousand people from Ireland were granted Working Holiday Visas for Australia in 2008/2009.  With the jobs market looking bleak – many unemployed Irish young people are thinking about going to Australia in 2011 for a year .
You will need a Working Holiday Visa to allow you to stay in Australia for up to 12 months and work.
This visa is for people aged 18 to 30 years of age, who are interested in a working holiday of up to 12 months in Australia.
Ireland is one of several countries participating with Australia in the Working Holiday Program.

An Australian  Working Holiday Visa allows you to :

* enter Australia within 12 months of the visa being granted

* stay for up to 12 months

* leave and re-enter Australia any number of times while the visa is valid

* Work in Australia . You can do any kind of work in Australia. However, you can only work with the same employer for up to six months.

* study for up to 4 months.

More details about the rules and how to apply for a Visa below
Read more…

Under 21 Head Coach Wanted for Republic of Ireland

Football Association of Ireland

ROI U21 Head Coach

Job Title Republic of Ireland U21 Head Coach

Job Type Full-time

Location Ireland / UK

The position of National U21 Head Coach is a crucial one for the long term success of the Republic of Ireland Senior Team by providing the Senior Team with a pool of talented Irish players with experience of playing international football which is different from being in a club environment and playing club opposition. The objective of the U21 National team is qualification for UEFA tournaments as a minimum in order to give young talent that high pressure tournament practice alongside providing continuity between the U19s and the Senior team for Irish players.

The National U21 Head Coach will enhance and influence the development of young Irish international footballers and ensure a seamless transition from the Youth Teams to the Senior Team whilst contributing to the overall National Team Strategy and individual player development objectives.

More Here

Process of Application

Applicants are invited to apply by sending a CV and letter of application identifying competencies you possess in line with the above, not later than 21st May 2010 to:

Stephen Driver

Human Resources Director

The Football Association of Ireland

National Sports Campus

Abbotstown

Dublin 15

Leisure Centre Attendants Claremorris

Leisure Club Attendants – Part Time

Description:

Leisure Club Attendants required. Applicants must have the following: N.C.E.S.or equivalent, RLSS/IWS Pool Life Guard Award and be available Monday to Sunday. Flexible part time hours up to 30.
Full job description available on www. claremorrisleisurecentre.ie.

No. of Jobs: 3

Start date: Immediate

Experience Required: Some Experience.

Salary: 9.00ph Euro

Location : Claremorris

Closing Date : 26/02/2010

Please send CV FAO Karen Loftus or Donal Mulkeen, Claremorris Leisure Centre, Dalton Street, Claremorris, Co. Mayo, / E-Mail: info@claremorrisleisurecentre.ie

Jobs at Claremorris Leisure Centre

At the Claremorris Leisure Centre we pride ourselves on the professional service our team provides. If you think you have what it takes to deliver and be part of our team we want to hear from you!

The ideal candidate should be:

* Motivated

* Enthusiastic

* Professional

* Friendly

* Multi Skilled

* Team player

If you think you could be part of our team you can send your CV to info@claremorrisleisurecentre.ie or Claremorris Leisure Centre, Dalton Street, Claremorris, Co Mayo.

Paddy Power Job Carrick on Suir

Retail Betting Assistant – 32hr Contract for Carrick-on-Suir
DetailsJob Ref EC-Car/55
Job Type Part-time
Location Carrick-on-Suir
Description

RETAIL BETTING ASSISTANT – For our shop in Carrick-on-Suir,Co Tipperary. This is a 32hr contract.

JOB PURPOSE: To assist the Manager in the efficient running of the shop,
whilst maintaining excellent levels of customer service.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. CUSTOMER SERVICE
2. CASH HANDLING AND BALANCING PROCEDURES
3. SHOP PRESENTATION
4. SHOP SECURITY
5. ADDITIONAL DUTIES

CAREER DEVELOPMENT
It is our policy to promote from within, whenever possible. All vacant positions are advertised internally and are open to all employees in the company. Induction training will be provided, along with a structured on-the-job training programme.
WORKING HOURS AND CONDITIONS
Flexibility is key to our business. We offer full time and part time contracts. We operate seven days a week, and weekends are historically the busiest trading days of the week. We open evenings all year round and flexible working arrangements are necessary in order to satisfy operational requirements.

Apply Here

Legal Counsel Required by Rugby Board

Legal Counsel
Description:
A qualified barrister or solicitor in a common law jurisdiction required.The successful candidate will have a broad range of experience, demonstrate sound commercial awareness and possess excellent technical legal and advocacy skills. An comprehensive understanding of sports business / regulation is a must. Advocacy experience gained in an adversarial setting will be an advantage. The successful candidate must be flexible and possess the ability to work under pressure. He/she will report to the IRBs Head of Legal Affairs and have the opportunity to become involved in a broad range of legal disciplines, including constitutional, regulatory/enforcement, commercial, anti-doping, disciplinary tribunal and EU matters.
No. of Jobs: 1
Contract type: Permanent / Full Time
Days per week: 5
Hours per week: 39
Start date: 1/7/2009

Requirements
Experience Required: Fully Experienced.  Minimum: 6 Years.
Salary: 60,000 pa Euro
Other Benefits: VHI & Pension
Location : Dublin 2
Interview Venue : IRB, Huguenot House, St. Stephens Green, Dublin 2
Apply By : 01/07/2009

The International Rugby Board (IRB) was founded in 1886. With its headquarters in Dublin, the IRB is the world governing and Law making body for the Game of Rugby Union. The IRB has several main functions including: * Governance of the Laws and Regulations and their enforcement
* Tournament owners and managers
* Global game development through Member Unions funding via grants and Strategic Investment programmes, and delivery of Education & Development programmes
* Game promotion

Ireland Summer Jobs – Youth Instructors

Summer Instructors
This will involve working with young people at an adventure centre, being responsible for pastoral care and organising a variety of activities. Qualifications preferable but not essential as training can be given.
No. of Jobs: 30
Contract type: Temporary / Full Time
Hours per week: 39
Start date: June 09
End date: August 09

Experience Required: Some Experience.
Salary: 8.65ph Euro
Location : Westport County Mayo
Closing Date  09/05/2009

Please apply with CV to jobs@horizonireland.com
Employer:
Horizon Adventure and Education.
Killavalley,
Westport,
Co Mayo,
Tel:098 35844 Fax:098 35845 E-Mail:jobs@horizonireland.com

Part Time Professional Rugby Player

Rugby Player (Loosehead Prop – Part Time)
Description:
Rugby Player (Loosehead Prop) required to play Rugby with All Ireland League Division 3 Club in Waterford.
Minimum salary: 250.00pw : EURO
Hours per week: 20

Experience required: Required
Employer Name: Waterpark RFC
Information: info@waterpark.ie
Phone: 051876767
Email: info@waterpark.ie
How to apply: To apply please contact Fiona Marsh on 087 2223813
Last date for application: 30/01/2009