A selection of currently available positions across the Sport for Business community.

One of the benefits of Sport for Business membership is the opportunity to connect with our highly engaged audience and share available positions.

If you’re interested in filling a role, please send us the details at rob@sportforbusiness.com, and we’ll take it from there.

 

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MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER AT ROWING IRELAND

Rowing Ireland is recruiting a Media and Communications Officer to lead and deliver a modern, dynamic communications strategy reflecting the organisation’s position as one of Ireland’s leading high-performance National Governing Bodies.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing Rowing Ireland’s public profile, managing internal and external communications and delivering high-quality coverage across every area of the organisation.

Working closely with affiliated clubs, athletes, coaches, volunteers and the High-Performance team, the Media and Communications Officer will help promote rowing throughout the island of Ireland.

Key Responsibilities

Communications and Strategy

  • Develop and implement an integrated communications strategy covering internal and external communications.
  • Ensure consistent messaging, branding and tone of voice across Rowing Ireland’s platforms.
  • Lead internal communications with staff, the Board and volunteers.
  • Promote Rowing Ireland’s high-performance athletes, including its Olympic and Paralympic-level rowers.
  • Ensure appropriate coverage of Flatwater, Coastal and Indoor rowing alongside club and grassroots initiatives.
  • Support the production of organisational publications, including annual reports and strategic plans.

Media Relations

  • Monitor relevant media coverage and keep senior Rowing Ireland personnel informed of significant developments.
  • Prepare press releases, features, event reports and other editorial material.
  • Develop relationships with national and local media outlets.
  • Manage day-to-day engagement with broadcast and digital partners.
  • Coordinate interviews, media events and press activity around major competitions and announcements.

Digital and Social Media

  • Manage and grow Rowing Ireland’s social media channels, including Meta, YouTube and LinkedIn.
  • Maintain and update the Rowing Ireland website with timely and engaging content.
  • Create written, photographic and video content.
  • Coordinate external contractors and contributors where additional content support is required.
  • Deliver real-time updates and storytelling around competitions and events.

The position will involve travel throughout Ireland and, where required, international travel with Rowing Ireland’s High-Performance teams.

Candidates should be strong writers and communicators with relevant experience in communications or media. Experience in sports communications, athlete engagement or endurance sport would be an advantage.

A full clean driving licence, a valid passport, and the ability to work occasional weekends are mandatory requirements.

Applications close at 5 pm today, Monday, July 20, 2026.

 

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HIGH PERFORMANCE LEAD AND COACH AT SQUASH IRELAND

Squash Ireland is recruiting a High Performance Lead and Coach to play a central role in preparing Irish players for the sport’s Olympic debut at Los Angeles 2028.

The successful candidate will work closely with Squash Ireland CEO Scott Graham to deliver the organisation’s High Performance Strategy for 2025–2028 and the performance objectives set out in its wider Connecting the Dots 2024–2028 Strategic Plan.

The appointment comes at an important moment for Irish squash, with the sport preparing for its first appearance on the Olympic programme. The role will support athletes throughout the LA 2028 qualification cycle, as well as prepare players for the 2027 European Games and World and European Championship competition.

Purpose of the Role

The High Performance Lead and Coach will establish and oversee a high-performance environment built around professional planning, elite coaching and integrated athlete support.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing Ireland’s leading senior players while also strengthening the pathway for the next generation of international athletes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the delivery of the Squash Ireland High Performance Strategy for 2025–2028.
  • Work with targeted athletes to develop individual performance and competition plans.
  • Support players throughout the qualification process for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
  • Prepare athletes for the 2027 European Games and for World and European Championship competition.
  • Provide high-performance coaching to nationally identified players.
  • Establish clear performance standards and regularly assess athlete development.
  • Coordinate the delivery of strength and conditioning, sports science, medical and other athlete-support services.
  • Work with coaches, clubs and pathway personnel to identify and develop emerging talent.
  • Build a sustainable pipeline capable of producing players for future European, World and Olympic competition.
  • Work closely with the CEO and provide appropriate reporting on the progress of the High-Performance programme.

Person Specification

Squash Ireland is seeking an experienced and ambitious high-performance coach with the ability to develop athletes competing at European and international level.

The successful candidate will need strong leadership, planning and communication skills, together with the ability to create a positive, athlete-centred performance culture.

An understanding of international squash, Olympic qualification structures and the demands of elite athlete development will be important.

Applications should include a cover letter outlining the candidate’s relevant skills and experience, together with a current CV.

Applications must be emailed with the subject line “ATTN: High Performance Lead” to Squash Ireland CEO Scott Graham at scott.graham@squashireland.ie.

The closing date is Thursday, July 23, 2026.

 

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ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, SPORT AT WILSON HARTNELL/OGILVY IRELAND

Wilson Hartnell has an opportunity for an ambitious, creative and highly motivated Account Executive to join its award-winning Sports Marketing and Sponsorship team.

Wilson Hartnell is Ireland’s largest and one of its longest-established communications agencies and operates as part of Ogilvy and the global WPP network.

The position offers the opportunity to work across a portfolio of prominent Irish and international brands, helping to deliver sports marketing, sponsorship, communications, media and content campaigns.

About the Role

The Account Executive will support the planning and delivery of client campaigns, events, content projects and media activity.

The successful candidate will work across several accounts simultaneously and will need to combine creativity with strong organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.

Wilson Hartnell is seeking a communications professional with at least one year of relevant experience and a strong interest in sport, media, social platforms, influencer activity and wider cultural trends.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the planning and delivery of sports marketing, sponsorship and communications campaigns.
  • Organise client events, content shoots, press trips and other campaign activity.
  • Manage event logistics and ensure that projects are delivered efficiently and on time.
  • Support press-office activity, including media-list development and earned-media outreach.
  • Draft press releases, media notices, briefing documents and other written material.
  • Maintain client records and support administrative processes across multiple accounts.
  • Build positive working relationships with clients, journalists, influencers and colleagues.
  • Contribute ideas and creative thinking to campaigns and new business opportunities.
  • Support financial administration and campaign evaluation.
  • Engage with AI training and the use of WPP Open AI platforms.

What Wilson Hartnell Is Looking For

  • At least one year of relevant communications or PR agency experience.
  • Experience in sport, consumer communications or culturally focused campaigns would be an advantage.
  • Strong copywriting skills and an understanding of earned media.
  • Good knowledge of the Irish media, social media, and influencer landscape.
  • A genuine interest in sport and contemporary cultural trends.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
  • A proactive and solution-focused approach.
  • Confidence in communicating with clients, media contacts and colleagues.
  • Knowledge of the main social-media platforms and an interest in the developing use of AI in communications.

Salary will be market-related and will reflect the successful candidate’s experience, capabilities, and skill set.

Wilson Hartnell and Ogilvy are equal-opportunity employers and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Apply through LinkedIn
 

 

 

 

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