Sport for Business Jobs in Sport

A selection of 17 currently available positions across the Sport for Business community.

Today’s additions include an Events Officer position with Cycling Ireland and a newly created Disability in Sport Lead role at Athletics Ireland.

They join opportunities at Golf Ireland, the FAI, Swim Ireland, Horse Racing Ireland, Wilson Hartnell/Ogilvy Ireland and THP.

The Evaluation Manager position at Sport Ireland has now closed and has been removed.

A number of the current opportunities close tomorrow, Friday, August 7th, including two finance positions with the FAI and three roles with Swim Ireland.

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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EVENTS OFFICER AT CYCLING IRELAND

Cycling Ireland is recruiting an Events Officer to support the planning and delivery of its national programme of competitive, recreational and major cycling events.

Working within Cycling Ireland’s Events Department and reporting to the Events Coordinator, the successful candidate will help deliver the events-related objectives contained in the organisation’s 2025–2029 Strategic Plan.

The role will involve supporting National Championships, National Series events and other major competitive and leisure cycling occasions while working closely with event promoters, volunteers, clubs, local authorities, suppliers and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the successful planning and delivery of Cycling Ireland National Championships and other major events.
• Provide project-management and operational support for significant competitive and participation events.
• Help coordinate the annual calendar of competitive and non-competitive cycling events.
• Work with event promoters to enhance the quality, safety and accessibility of events.
• Review risk assessments, event plans and traffic-management documentation.
• Support event-organiser training and the development of relevant guides and resources.
• Coordinate event logistics, equipment, branding and operational requirements.
• Help manage event registration, permitting, grading and race-result processes.
• Maintain accurate event information and provide monitoring data, reports and insights.
• Liaise with clubs, volunteers, local authorities, An Garda Síochána, suppliers and other event partners.
• Work across Cycling Ireland departments to ensure events support the organisation’s wider strategic objectives.

Applicants should have significant experience in a comparable events position together with a relevant qualification in event management, sports management or a related discipline. Equivalent professional experience may also be considered.

Strong knowledge of cycling and experience supporting large-scale or mass-participation events will be important. Candidates should also have excellent organisational, administrative and IT skills and experience working with volunteers.

The successful candidate will be required to hold a full driving licence and must be available to undertake evening, weekend, and occasional unsocial-hours work.

The full-time position will comprise 39 hours per week. It will operate on a hybrid basis, with a minimum office presence at Cycling Ireland’s headquarters on the Sport Ireland Campus in Blanchardstown.

Cycling Ireland is an equal-opportunities employer.

 

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DISABILITY IN SPORT LEAD AT ATHLETICS IRELAND

Athletics Ireland is recruiting a Disability in Sport Lead to develop and expand opportunities for people with disabilities to participate and progress within athletics and physical activity.

The newly created position will be responsible for developing sustainable participation and performance pathways, building strategic partnerships and supporting an inclusive culture for athletes, coaches and volunteers throughout the Athletics Ireland club network.

Reporting to the Director of Participation, the successful candidate will also manage Athletics Ireland’s Sport Inclusion and Disability Officer.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a national strategy for athletics participation by people with disabilities.
• Create sustainable pathways extending from initial participation through to performance athletics.
• Build partnerships with disability National Governing Bodies, Local Sports Partnerships, Active Disability Ireland and Paralympics Ireland.
• Work with clubs and coaches to create inclusive training and competition environments.
• Support clubs in increasing the participation and representation of people with disabilities.
• Ensure new athletes are directed towards suitable clubs and receive appropriate introductory support.
• Act as Athletics Ireland’s principal contact for para-athletics enquiries.
• Support the identification and development of athletes with the potential to enter talent and high-performance pathways.
• Work with Athletics Ireland’s Performance Team and disability organisations to support identified athletes.
• Help Athletics Ireland progress towards Silver Level accreditation under the Xcessible programme.
• Identify potential funding streams supporting the continued development of disability athletics.
• Plan, monitor, evaluate and report on participation programmes and their impact.

Applicants should possess a relevant third-level degree and at least two to three years’ experience in sports development, community development, adapted physical activity or a comparable area.

Candidates will require a strong understanding of disability inclusion and the barriers people with disabilities can encounter when participating in sport. Experience working directly with people with disabilities and building partnerships across multiple organisations is essential.

The position is offered on an initial two-year fixed-term contract, including a six-month probationary period. The salary will be between €36,277 and €49,080, depending on qualifications and experience.

It will be based at Athletics Ireland’s headquarters in Santry, Dublin, with occasional remote working potentially available by agreement. Evening and weekend work will sometimes be required.

Applications should include a letter of introduction and full CV and be emailed to kieronstout@athleticsireland.ie with the subject line “ATTN: DSLO”.

The closing date is 5 PM on Friday, August 28th, 2026.

Athletics Ireland is an equal-opportunities employer.

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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE CEO AT GOLF IRELAND

Golf Ireland is recruiting an experienced Executive Assistant to support its Chief Executive Officer, senior leadership team, Board and national committees.

The permanent, full-time position will place the successful candidate at the centre of an organisation responsible for leading, promoting and developing golf across the island of Ireland.

The Executive Assistant will provide high-level support to the CEO while helping to coordinate governance, meetings, correspondence, travel and wider organisational activity.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the CEO’s diary, inbox and executive correspondence.
• Coordinate meetings, organisational commitments and competing priorities.
• Prepare national and international travel itineraries, bookings and logistical arrangements.
• Maintain confidential records, databases and filing systems.
• Coordinate Board and national committee meetings.
• Prepare agendas, Board papers and supporting documentation.
• Attend Board, committee and executive meetings and produce accurate minutes.
• Monitor decisions, action points and agreed follow-up activity.
• Support governance processes and liaise with Board members, volunteers and internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate travel, accommodation and diary arrangements for senior managers and directors.
• Build effective working relationships across Golf Ireland and ensure the smooth delivery of key organisational activity.

Applicants should have at least four to five years’ experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant supporting senior executives, ideally at CEO or C-suite level.

Experience managing complex diaries, executive correspondence, travel arrangements and Board or committee meetings is required.

The successful candidate should possess exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail and the discretion required to handle confidential information.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams is also required, together with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

The position is permanent and full-time and will be based at Golf Ireland’s headquarters in Maynooth, County Kildare.

The closing date for applications is 5 PM on Friday, August 14th, 2026.

View the complete vacancy through Golf Ireland.

Apply directly through Osborne Recruitment.

Applications may also be submitted to mia.craddock@osborne.ie with a CV and reference to the Golf Ireland Executive Assistant position.

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REFEREE DEVELOPMENT LEAD AT THE FAI

The Football Association of Ireland is recruiting a Referee Development Lead to support the recruitment, education, mentoring and progression of match officials across the amateur and grassroots game.

Reporting to the National Amateur Referee Development Lead, the successful candidate will help deliver the FAI Football Pathways Plan and Referee Education Strategy across assigned regions.

The position will play an important part in strengthening Ireland’s referee workforce and creating consistent development pathways from entry-level refereeing through to advanced amateur and potential League of Ireland appointments.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement the national referee-development pathway at regional level.
• Recruit and retain new referees across grassroots and amateur football.
• Coordinate and deliver referee education, training and development programmes.
• Support referee progression through mentoring, observation and performance feedback.
• Recruit, support and coordinate referee coaches, mentors, instructors and assessors.
• Develop relationships with leagues, clubs, schools and other football stakeholders.
• Monitor participation, retention and progression data across assigned regions.
• Support referees experiencing welfare concerns, abuse or performance challenges.
• Promote inclusive pathways and encourage greater diversity within refereeing.
• Ensure that referee education is delivered consistently with national standards and policies.

Applicants should have significant experience in refereeing, referee development, coach education or a related football-development environment.

A referee coach, mentor, instructor or assessor qualification would be valuable, together with experience delivering education programmes and supporting volunteers.

Strong leadership, communication, mentoring and stakeholder-management skills are required. The successful candidate should also understand the challenges associated with referee recruitment, retention, welfare and progression.

The position is permanent and full-time. It will operate on a hybrid basis from FAI headquarters in Abbottstown and across assigned regions.

The closing date for applications is close of business on Wednesday, August 12th, 2026.

View the current position and apply through the FAI’s recruitment page.

The Football Association of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer and promotes equity, diversity and inclusion.

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MAJOR INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT MANAGER AT THE FAI

The Football Association of Ireland is recruiting a Major Infrastructure Project Manager to lead and coordinate the development of its proposed National High Performance Centre.

Reporting to the Head of Strategic Projects and PMO, the successful candidate will guide the project from its design and development stage through to project readiness and delivery.

The position will involve working with the FAI’s Chief Operating Officer, senior leadership, infrastructure team, funding partners, consultants and football stakeholders to develop a world-class facility supporting the current and future needs of Irish football.

Key Responsibilities

• Progress the National High Performance Centre through its design and development phase.
• Develop and maintain the project plan, milestones, timelines and reporting structures.
• Coordinate external consultants, professional advisers and design teams.
• Oversee project governance, risk management and budget monitoring.
• Support planning, environmental, statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Lead engagement with Government agencies, funding partners, local authorities, football stakeholders and community representatives.
• Support procurement processes for the project’s principal workstreams.
• Prepare reports, recommendations and business cases for senior management and the FAI Board.
• Assist with funding applications, grant drawdowns and reporting to funders.
• Establish the structures required to move the project from development into construction.
• Support other FAI facilities, infrastructure and construction projects when required.

Applicants should possess a degree in project management, construction management, engineering, architecture, quantity surveying, business management or a related discipline.

A professional project-management qualification such as PRINCE2, PMP or APM—or equivalent experience—is also required.

Candidates should have at least five years’ experience managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, together with experience in budgeting, governance, risk management and external consultant management.

Experience delivering capital, construction, property or sports-facility projects would be advantageous, as would knowledge of public funding and Government approval processes.

The position is a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract with an immediate start. Hybrid working will be available from FAI headquarters in Abbottstown.

The closing date for applications is close of business on Friday, August 14th, 2026.

View the complete position and apply through Indeed.

The Football Association of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer and promotes equity, diversity and inclusion.

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LEAGUE OF IRELAND ACADEMY DEVELOPMENT AND SUPPORT MANAGER AT THE FAI

The Football Association of Ireland is recruiting a League of Ireland Academy Development and Support Manager to help strengthen the development of academy football across the country.

Reporting to the Head of League of Ireland Academies, the successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, operational support and expert guidance to clubs as part of the League of Ireland Academy team.

The position has been established through the League of Ireland Academy Government Investment Programme and will focus on ensuring that investment produces measurable improvements in player development, academy performance and organisational capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Support clubs in developing and implementing Academy Development Plans.
• Help academies establish priorities, performance indicators and continuous-improvement programmes.
• Undertake academy visits, reviews and development-planning sessions.
• Work with club leadership teams, sporting directors, academy directors and heads of coaching.
• Support the development of the League of Ireland Academy Games Programme.
• Strengthen alignment between academies, Youth National Teams and national player pathways.
• Promote strong standards of governance, safeguarding and player welfare.
• Coordinate with the League’s academy auditing and quality-assurance partners.
• Lead the implementation and continued development of the LOI Academy Mark.
• Help clubs measure the impact of academy investment and development initiatives.
• Support the League’s Player Care and Life Skills Programme.
• Identify and share emerging practice and innovation from Irish and international football.

Applicants should hold a UEFA A Licence or equivalent qualification, or possess significant experience in elite player development, academy leadership, education or performance environments.

A strong understanding of long-term player development and talent pathways is required, together with experience in strategic planning, organisational improvement and complex stakeholder management.

The successful candidate must be willing to travel regularly to League of Ireland clubs and academy events. Occasional evening and weekend work will also be required.

The role is full-time and will be offered on a three-year fixed-term contract. It will operate on a hybrid basis, primarily from the FAI National Training Centre in Abbottstown.

The closing date for applications is close of business on Friday, August 21st, 2026.

View the complete position and apply through Indeed.

The Football Association of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity, equity and inclusion.

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HEAD OF FINANCE, PLANNING AND PERFORMANCE AT THE FAI

The Football Association of Ireland is recruiting a Head of Finance, Planning and Performance to lead its financial-planning, management-reporting and performance functions.

Reporting to the Finance Director, the successful candidate will provide strategic financial insight to the Association’s senior leadership while ensuring that robust financial controls and governance arrangements are maintained.

The position will play an important part in determining how the FAI prioritises its resources across international teams, performance programmes, League of Ireland activity and grassroots football.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership in support of the FAI’s organisational objectives.
• Advise the Finance Director, Chief Executive and Senior Leadership Team.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning.
• Oversee monthly management accounts and financial-performance reporting.
• Develop executive dashboards and meaningful financial and operational measures.
• Prepare financial models, business cases and scenario analyses.
• Monitor performance against budgets and recommend corrective action.
• Maintain appropriate financial controls, policies and governance frameworks.
• Improve reporting through automation, systems development and process enhancement.
• Support investment decisions with financial and cost-benefit analysis.
• Lead and develop the finance team.
• Build effective relationships with auditors, financial institutions, regulators and funding bodies.
• Deputise for the Finance Director when required.

Applicants must hold a recognised professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA.

Significant senior-level experience in financial planning, reporting and performance management is required, together with experience leading budgeting, forecasting and business-partnering activity.

The successful candidate should combine strong technical accounting expertise with commercial judgement, strategic thinking and the ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

Experience within sport, a membership organisation, the not-for-profit sector or another regulated environment would be an advantage.

The role is permanent and full-time, with hybrid working available from FAI headquarters in Abbottstown.

The closing date for applications is close of business on Friday, August 7th, 2026.

View the complete position and apply through Indeed.

The Football Association of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer and promotes equity, diversity and inclusion.

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FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT AT THE FAI

The Football Association of Ireland is recruiting a Financial Accountant to support financial control, reporting and compliance across the organisation.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the successful candidate will support the monthly and annual closing processes while maintaining the integrity of the FAI’s general ledger and balance-sheet accounts.

The position will also contribute to management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and the continued improvement of financial systems and controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial-reporting packs.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare journals, accruals, prepayments and balance-sheet reconciliations.
• Investigate and resolve reconciling items.
• Analyse financial variances and provide supporting commentary.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and control accounts.
• Review employee expenses for accuracy and compliance.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable and working-capital management.
• Monitor aged debtors and creditors.
• Assist with VAT, PAYE and other statutory reporting requirements.
• Prepare schedules and information for the external audit.
• Support budgeting and forecasting across the Association.
• Act as the Finance lead for domestic and UEFA League of Ireland club licensing.
• Work with budget holders across the FAI on finance-related queries and reporting.

Applicants should be part-qualified or newly qualified accountants working towards or holding an ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification.

A degree in accounting, finance or a related discipline—or equivalent professional experience—is required.

Candidates should have experience supporting month-end closing and financial reporting, together with a good understanding of accounting principles, financial controls and reconciliation processes.

Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience with financial and accounting systems are also required. Experience within sport, a membership body, the not-for-profit sector or another regulated environment would be advantageous.

The position is permanent and full-time, with hybrid and flexible working available from FAI headquarters in Abbottstown.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday, August 7th, 2026.

View the complete position and apply through Indeed.

The Football Association of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer and promotes equity, diversity and inclusion.

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MARKETING AND FAN ENGAGEMENT EXECUTIVE AT HORSE RACING IRELAND

Horse Racing Ireland is recruiting a Marketing and Fan Engagement Executive to help attract and engage younger audiences through content, technology and innovative race-day experiences.

Reporting to the Marketing and Fan Engagement Manager, the successful candidate will work across HRI Racing Juniors, fan-development campaigns and initiatives designed to grow interest in flat racing.

The position will have a particular focus on primary-school audiences and Generation Alpha, using content, gamification and emerging media to build long-term engagement with the sport.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement marketing initiatives for HRI Racing Juniors.
• Create campaigns to introduce primary school children to horses and racing.
• Support racecourses in delivering Education Days for primary schools.
• Develop audience-data initiatives for the HRI Racing Juniors programme.
• Help create season-long content designed to grow interest in Irish flat racing.
• Develop immersive experiences to increase attendance at key flat meetings.
• Produce content across HRI’s owned channels to educate and entertain existing and prospective fans.
• Explore the use of technology and gamification to build engagement among Generation Alpha.
• Work with HRI’s Design Manager and external partners to create campaign assets.
• Use audience data and performance insights to assess and improve campaign activity.

Applicants should have at least 2 years’ experience in brand, marketing, or communications and a record of delivering integrated campaigns across multiple channels.

Strong content creation and copywriting skills are required, along with an understanding of digital marketing, audience development, campaign measurement, and the respective roles of owned and earned media.

The successful candidate should also possess strong project management, organisational, and communication skills, and experience briefing creative, media-buying, or content agencies.

The position is full-time and fixed-term, with hybrid working available from HRI’s headquarters at Ballymany in County Kildare. As racing is a seven-day business, flexibility around working hours will be required.

View the position and application information through Horse Racing Ireland.

Horse Racing Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.

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PUBLIC AFFAIRS MANAGER AT HORSE RACING IRELAND

Horse Racing Ireland is recruiting a Public Affairs Manager to help strengthen the organisation’s engagement with Government, political representatives, public bodies and other key stakeholders.

The Public Affairs Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies that promote and protect the reputation of HRI and the wider Irish racing and breeding industry.

The position will involve communicating the industry’s economic, employment, sporting and regional contribution while supporting HRI’s strategic priorities across Government and public policy.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement HRI’s public affairs and stakeholder-engagement strategy.
Build and maintain effective relationships across Government departments, political parties, public bodies and other external organisations.
Monitor political, legislative and public-policy developments relevant to racing and breeding.
Prepare briefing papers, policy submissions, speeches and stakeholder communications.
Support engagement with Ministers, elected representatives, civil servants and parliamentary committees.
Help communicate the economic and social contribution made by the Irish racing and breeding industry.
Advise senior management on political, policy and reputational developments.
Work with HRI’s Communications and Corporate Affairs teams to ensure consistency across public affairs, media and stakeholder messaging.

Applicants should have at least five years’ experience in public affairs, government relations, communications, public policy or corporate affairs.

The successful candidate will require strong political judgement, excellent written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with senior external stakeholders.

The role is being advertised as a full-time position and will be based within Horse Racing Ireland’s operations in Ballymany, County Kildare.

View the current Horse Racing Ireland vacancies and application details.

Horse Racing Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.

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RACECOURSE MARKETING SUPPORT EXECUTIVE AT HORSE RACING IRELAND

Horse Racing Ireland is seeking a Racecourse Marketing Support Executive to work with racecourses across Ireland on campaigns designed to grow attendances, strengthen audience engagement and promote major racedays and festivals.

The Racecourse Marketing Support team provides strategic, long-term assistance to all 26 Irish racecourses. Its work includes marketing and communications campaigns, audience development, customer experience, fan engagement and the provision of seminars and workshops for the industry.

Reporting to the Racecourse Marketing Support Manager, the successful candidate will work with the wider HRI marketing team, independent racecourses and external agencies.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Racecourse Marketing Support Manager in providing marketing assistance to independent racecourses.
Work with racecourse teams to help achieve attendance targets for flagship racedays and festivals.
Coordinate annual media plans with HRI’s media-buying agency, with a focus on audience reach, traffic and ticket conversions.
Work with HRI’s Design Manager to produce creative material for racecourse campaigns.
Develop and implement content plans supporting major festivals and events across HRI’s social channels.
Support the planning and delivery of the annual HRI Racecourse Seminar and associated professional-development workshops.
Coordinate venues, suppliers, speakers, invitations, responses, reporting and budget requirements for industry events.
Contribute to wider HRI and subsidiary marketing campaigns when required.

Applicants should have at least two years’ experience in a brand, marketing or communications role and a record of delivering integrated campaigns across several channels.

Strong project-management, stakeholder-management, copywriting and content-creation skills are required, together with the ability to work effectively in a fast-moving and event-led environment.

As racing operates throughout the week, flexibility around working hours and days will be required.

The role is permanent and full-time, with hybrid working available from HRI’s Ballymany office in County Kildare.

View the current Horse Racing Ireland vacancies and application details.

Horse Racing Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.

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BRAND MARKETING EXECUTIVE AT HORSE RACING IRELAND

Horse Racing Ireland is recruiting a Brand Marketing Executive to support the development and delivery of integrated campaigns promoting Irish racing.

The successful candidate will help deliver HRI’s brand strategy across advertising, digital media, social content, event promotion and the organisation’s owned channels.

The position will play an important role in bringing HRI’s Racing Runs in Us brand platform to life, ensuring that campaigns communicate racing’s place within Irish sport, culture and communities.

Key Responsibilities

Support the planning and delivery of integrated marketing and brand campaigns across multiple channels.
Create and coordinate content for HRI’s websites, social platforms, email communications and other owned channels.
Ensure that campaign activity and communications are consistent with the Racing Runs in Us platform and HRI’s wider brand guidelines.
Coordinate campaign timelines, approvals, budgets and deliverables.
Brief and manage creative, media-buying, content and other specialist agencies.
Support campaigns promoting major racing festivals, events and wider HRI initiatives.
Monitor digital and social-media activity against agreed performance indicators.
Lead post-campaign reporting and present findings and recommendations to the wider marketing team.
Use campaign data and audience insights to improve future activity and support the growth of HRI’s marketable audiences.

Applicants should have at least two years’ experience in a brand, marketing or communications position and proven experience of delivering integrated campaigns across several channels.

Strong content-creation and copywriting skills are required, together with a good understanding of digital marketing, content performance, campaign analysis and budget management.

The successful candidate will be organised, collaborative and comfortable managing agencies, deadlines and several projects simultaneously.

As racing is a seven-day business, flexibility around working hours and days will be required.

The role is based in County Kildare.

View the complete role and apply through Indeed.

Horse Racing Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.

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DUTY MANAGER AT SEAN McDERMOTT STREET POOL – SWIM IRELAND

Swim Ireland is recruiting a Duty Manager for Sean McDermott Street Pool in Dublin 1.

Reporting to the Pool Operations Manager, the successful candidate will oversee staff and the daily delivery of services at the facility. The position includes operational supervision, reception duties, bookings, customer service and the promotion of the centre.

Sean McDermott Street Pool is operated by Swim Ireland in partnership with Dublin City Council and forms part of the organisation’s commitment to increasing access to swimming and aquatic activity.

Key Responsibilities

Arrange the daily opening and closing of the facility.
Supervise the day-to-day operation of the pool and its associated services.
Ensure that appropriate standards of staffing, safety, security and cleanliness are maintained.
Supervise admissions, bookings and the recording of payments.
Respond to customer enquiries and complaints while maintaining a high standard of service.
Supervise on-site staff and activities taking place within the facility.
Ensure that equipment, supplies, maintenance and repairs are properly controlled and recorded.
Support the operation of the Swim Ireland Aquatics Academy programme.
Oversee pool-water testing and the operation of chlorination, filtration, heating and ventilation systems.
Represent the Pool Operations Manager when required.

Previous experience in a similar position is essential. A Level 2 Swimming Teacher qualification and Pool Lifeguard qualification are required.

Experience or qualifications in pool-plant management would be advantageous, although additional training can be provided.

Applicants should have excellent communication, customer-service and organisational skills and be comfortable working independently and as part of a small team.

The position is being offered on a full-time, three-year contract and will be based at Sean McDermott Street Pool in Dublin 1.

The closing date for applications is close of business on Friday, August 7th, 2026.

View the vacancy and application information through Swim Ireland.

Swim Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.

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WOMEN’S NATIONAL TEAM KIT MANAGER AT THE FAI

The Football Association of Ireland is recruiting a Kit Manager to work with the Republic of Ireland Women’s National Team.

Reporting to the Women’s Team Operations Manager, the successful candidate will manage the provision of team kit, equipment and supplies for international training camps, travel and matches.

The position will involve working directly with the Women’s National Team during international windows and ensuring that all kit operations are delivered to the standards required within an elite international environment.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, organise and distribute playing, training and travel kit for players and staff.
Maintain accurate records of stock, equipment and individual kit allocations.
Prepare the required kit and equipment ahead of international camps and fixtures.
Coordinate the packing, transportation and storage of team equipment.
Ensure that match and training requirements are prepared accurately and on schedule.
Work closely with the second Women’s National Team Kit Manager, the FAI Kit Room team and the International Department.
Manage kit requirements during camps, including training, matchday and travel activity.
Coordinate the return, checking and storage of equipment following each international window.
Maintain a professional, organised and player-focused service throughout camps.

The Women’s National Team is typically active during at least five FIFA international windows each year, covering UEFA qualification competitions, the UEFA Nations League and international friendlies. Additional activity may arise through qualification for major tournament finals.

The successful candidate must be available for the relevant international windows, as well as the preparation and close-out periods immediately before and after each camp.

The position is remote and is being offered on a fixed-term, camp-campaign basis.

Candidates who are considered suitable but are not appointed may be offered a place on the FAI International Kit Manager Panel for future Women’s, Men’s and underage international assignments.

The closing date for applications is close of business on Tuesday, August 11th, 2026.

View the full vacancy and apply through Indeed.

The Football Association of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer and promotes equity, diversity and inclusion

 

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NATIONAL CENTRE PATHWAY COACHES AT SWIM IRELAND

Swim Ireland Performance is seeking two talented, motivated and ambitious swimming coaches to join its Performance Programme as National Centre Pathway Coaches.

One position will be based at the National Aquatic Centre in Dublin, with the second based at the University of Limerick Sport Arena.

The appointments form part of Swim Ireland’s Performance Strategy for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic cycle and beyond and are supported by the Sport Ireland High Performance Unit.

The successful candidates will work within Swim Ireland’s national performance structure, helping to connect the National Centres with regional programmes, pathway hubs and affiliated clubs.

The positions combine practical coaching with structured education and continuing professional development opportunities in Ireland and internationally. They are intended for coaches with a clear long-term commitment to working at performance level in Ireland.

Responsibilities will include coaching athletes within the National Centre pathway programmes, contributing to training camps and competitions and supporting the development of swimmers capable of progressing towards senior international performance.

The roles are full-time, with a preferred starting date of October 1st, 2026. They will initially be offered on fixed-term contracts running until August 31st, 2028.

Remuneration will be commensurate with the successful candidates’ experience and qualifications.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday, August 7th, 2026.

View the complete details and application information.

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

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 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.
Build positive working relationships with clients, journalists, influencers and colleagues.
Contribute ideas and creative thinking to campaigns and new-business opportunities.
Support financial administration, measurement and campaign evaluation.

Applicants should have 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, organisational and communication skills are required, together with a good knowledge of the Irish media, social-media and influencer landscape and a genuine interest in sport and contemporary culture.

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

View the position and apply through LinkedIn.

Wilson Hartnell and Ogilvy are equal-opportunity employers.

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ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE AT THP

THP is recruiting an Account Executive to join its events team in Dublin 4.

The full-time role has a planned starting date of September 1st, 2026, and provides an opportunity to work across some of Ireland’s leading sporting and entertainment events.

THP is a full-service hospitality and events company with expertise in event management, corporate hospitality, travel packages and bespoke client events. It is the sole provider of official hospitality for the Irish Rugby Football Union and the Football Association of Ireland.

The successful candidate will work across client management, hospitality sales, event marketing and event-day delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
Track and record hospitality and event sales.
Manage and maintain the company’s client CRM system.
Work towards individual and team sales targets.
Support the coordination and management of event staff.
Contribute to the creation of event marketing material.
Work as part of the wider THP team on event days.
Maintain an understanding of the corporate hospitality, events, and competitive landscape.

Applicants should have a third-level degree and between one and two years of relevant experience, ideally in event management, business, marketing or sales.

The successful candidate will also require strong written, verbal and organisational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and an ability to use financial information to inform decisions. A background in human resources would be an advantage.

The position offers a competitive salary, 23 days of annual leave, hybrid working, a company phone and laptop and sales-incentive bonuses.

Apply for the THP Account Executive position

 

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