Na Fianna CLG is a thriving Gaelic Football, Hurling, Ladies Football and Camogie club catering for boys and girls from all ages up to adult level. The club is based in South Meath, in the town and townlands of Enfield, which according to the latest Census information, is classified as one of the youngest growing population centres in Ireland. The club are now looking to appoint a Games Promotion Officer on a part time basis. This is an exciting opportunity for the ideal candidate to become an integral part of the future growth and development of the club.

ROLE SUMMARY
The post holder will be responsible for leading the Nursery to Under 20 games development and coaching programme within the club and our feeder schools at both primary and secondary level. The link between our club & schools is key to the future success of the club. The GPO will work with the local schools throughout the calendar year providing a coaching and coaching support role to maximise participation in Gaelic games. The role will focus on growing playing numbers and supporting coaches with the delivery of programmes in areas where our games needs support and attention. The work program for the post will be agreed on an ongoing basis with the Club Coaching and Games Development Sub Committee.
This is a part time paid role within the club. The post holder will be required to work 20 hours per week, which may include weekends and evenings, and the hours may vary depending on workload and seasonal changes.

REPORTS TO
Executive Committee

RESPONSIBILITIES | SCHOOLS
1. Establish key relations with clubs and schools to support growth and engagement across all Gaelic Games
2. Appoint primary / secondary School Liaison Officer (ideally teachers), to set up and document a meaningful school’s engagement calendar for
all local schools
3. Assist and support the delivery of participation and retention programmes in primary and post-primary schools to include:

• Coaching and coach support
• Intra and inter-school Go Games
• Intra and Inter-school Super Games
• Diversity and Inclusion Programmes
• TY and Young Referee education and support

RESPONSIBILITIES | CLUB COACHING
1. Assist, support and provide as required on-going training and development opportunities to Club Coaching
2. Organise and lead the Na Fianna Bumblebees Nursery Programme
2. Work with our Coaching and Games Development and Under-Age Committees to maximise participation, player and coach development and
contributing to a positive, enjoyable, and inclusive learning environment across all boys’ and girls’ team.
3. Organise and Coordinate Advanced Camps, Summer, Easter, and Halloween camps annually

RESPONSIBILITIES | OTHER
1. Develop & improve participation rates amongst non-traditional GAA families in the parish
2. Organise events to improve the club’s profile and playing base within the urban areas of the parish
3. Complete a work roster sheet weekly and report to club designated officer
The above list is not exhaustive and may include any other reasonable duties as required and deemed appropriate to the post.

SKILLS
1. GAA Level 1 Coaching Qualification.
2. Excellent administration, organisational and IT skills.
3. Own car with a full clean driving license
4. Excellent timekeeper and of a reliable nature.
5. At least 3 years’ experience of working in the GAA or similar sporting organization (Voluntary or Professional Capacity).
6. Garda vetting and GAA Child Safeguarding 1 are required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Preference may be given to applicants with:
1. A degree (or equivalent third level qualification) in physical education / sports development or any other relevant discipline to the post.
2. Level 2 GAA Coaching Award.
3. Previous work and/ or coaching experience in the GAA or primary schools / secondary school level.

RENUMERATION
The remuneration may be varied to reflect past relevant experience of successful candidate.
Candidates interested in the above role should apply with an up to date Curriculum Vitae to secretary.nafianna.meath@gaa.ie on or before Friday 6th December 202