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Regional Development Officer (Connacht)
Cycling Ireland
Cycling Ireland is the National Governing Body for cycling with a vision of Ireland, an island enriched by cycling.
Job Posted- 23 Dec 2024
Status- Contract - Fixed Term
- Full Time
Location- Ireland
Closing date- 17 Jan 2025
Cycling Ireland is hiring a Regional Development Officer for Connacht. The successful candidate will support and increase Cycling Ireland membership and adult and youth participation in the province.
This is a full-time position on a one-year contract with possible extension depending on funding.
This is a hybrid role, working within Connacht and attending the Cycling Ireland Office on the Sport Ireland Campus, Blanchardstown, Co. Dublin once a month.
Key Responsibilities:
- Increase participation and membership
- Work closely with clubs within the province to increase club engagement
- Coordinate Ride Leader Training and assist with coach development
- Collaborate with the Cycle Right team to promote the Cycle Right Programme
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Two - three years experience in sports development
- Experience working with a National Governing Body, Local Authority, Local Sports Partnership, or in a not-for-profit volunteer setting
- Strong understanding of cycling disciplines at both competitive and leisure levels
- Experience working with adult and junior participants, sports clubs, and the broader youth and junior sport sector in Ireland
- Experience collaborating with multiple stakeholder groups to achieve common goals
Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Garda Vetting or Access NI Vetting and reference checking procedures.
Applications close on Friday, 17th of January 2025 at 3pm.
How To Apply:
Please click 'Apply Now' to email a CV and Cover Letter for all applications to Myra McGlynn.
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