Professional and Technical, Administrative
Grade VI
Salary: €55,090 to €67,304
Location: Leitrim
Contract Type: Specified Purpose Contract
Advertised Date: 25 Sep 2024
Closing Date: 10 Oct 2024, 04:00 PM
Job Summary
Sport Ireland established the Local Sports Partnership (LSP) Network to co-ordinate and promote the development of sport and physical activity participation at the local level. LSPs aim to increase participation in sport and physical activity by breaking down barriers and ensuring continued participation through all stages of life.
Sport Ireland and its network of LSPs are committed to the equal treatment of all people regarding their participation in sport. The following policies and plans set out the overarching framework underpinning sports participation:
* The National Sports Policy 2018-2027 recognizes the important contribution sport makes to Ireland and the roles played by the National Governing Bodies of Sport (NGBs), the Local Sports Partnerships (LSPs), and representative sporting organizations.
* The National Physical Activity Plan aims to increase physical activity levels across the population and create a society that facilitates active lifestyles.
* The National Participation Plan outlines how Sport Ireland will deliver on the ambitions of both the Sport Ireland Strategy and the National Sports Policy.
Leitrim Sports Partnership plays a lead role in coordinating, developing, and delivering sport and physical activities for the communities of County Leitrim. This role is guided by a Strategic Plan and operational plans. The Sports Partnership encourages and facilitates participation in sport, recreation, and physical activity across all community members.
The Programme Manager role, funded by Sport Ireland, will focus on supporting management functions and working strategically within the Leitrim Sports Partnership team to meet the Partnership's objectives within the framework of national and local policies. The successful candidate will coordinate with relevant stakeholders to increase and sustain participation opportunities for all population groups within the County.
Education, Training, Experience etc.
Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms:
* Hold a relevant third-level Degree OR have 5 years’ relevant experience.
* Have 3 years’ relevant experience.
* Have experience in project management and/or people management.
* Have experience in the community and voluntary sector.
NOTE:
* Candidates must submit copies of educational qualifications as outlined above. Applications without the necessary documentation will be deemed ineligible.
* Candidates must also hold a current valid and unendorsed driving licence for category B vehicles and must advise if this is not the case. A copy of the Licence must be submitted with your application.
Contact Details
Leitrim County Council
Aras an Chontae
Carrick on Shannon
Co Leitrim
N41PF67
Phone: 0719620005
Email: jobs@leitrimcoco.ie
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