We would like to invite applications for the following, full time, permanent position;

Sports Programme Officer

Clontarf, Dublin 3

The overall purpose of the job is to develop and promote sport and recreational opportunities for people with a physical disability to participate in sport and physical activity. We deliver programmes to cater for the following sports; Wheelchair Basketball, Wheelchair Rugby, Para Athletics, Para Swimming, Para Table Tennis and much more. For the successful implementation of this role, there are a number of key internal and external relationships which should be fostered and developed including; IWA members, other IWA services, Volunteers, Sport Ireland, LSPs, SIDOs, Education Institutes, NGBs, and other relevant bodies. To liaise with IWA Sports Cubs, Sports Specific Sections and other IWA services to implement programmes.

Training, experience and qualifications

A Degree level qualification in sports development, leisure management, adapted physical activity, community development, health promotion or other relevant discipline and/or equivalent work-based experience in the sports/disability sector.

Excellent planning, organisational and administrative skills

The ability to work to deadlines in terms of the delivery of projects at the agreed time in addition to the submission of all reports.

Excellent interpersonal skills

The ability to work as part of a team

A full clean driving license is required and use of personal transport for work related purposes may be required.

Knowledge and Skills

Excellent communicator that can encourage and build strong relationships with colleagues in a fast moving environment

Demonstrated track record of hard work and results

Strong influencing and people skills

Energetic self-starter with the ability to prioritise multiple requests

Results driven with a passion for going above and beyond

Competencies

Planning organizing

Innovation and Creativity

Communication and influencing

Technical experience and self-development

Motivating and empowering

Behaviours

Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills

Self-starter

Target driven

Remuneration and Benefits

Salary €34,193

Excellent working conditions.

A commitment to the ongoing training and development of all employees.

25 days annual leave pro rata.

Group Health Insurance scheme in operation.

Access to IWA contributory pension scheme

The candidate will be provided with a laptop and mobile phone.

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The closing date for applications is Thursday 29th September 2022

Please note - ACADEMIC AND/OR PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:- Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) may/will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.

IWA is committed to promoting and maintaining our diverse and inclusive work environment