About the Irish Athletic Boxing Association
The Irish Athletic Boxing Association (IABA) is the national governing body for boxing on the island of Ireland. Established in 1911, our main role is to develop, foster and control amateur boxing in 32 counties of Ireland.
Our Mission
We are committed to providing the environment where support and opportunities are given to our athletes, coaches and clubs in Irish boxing. We operate from the National Stadium in Dublin, the only purpose-built amateur boxing stadium in the world, with over 360 clubs affiliated to us across the Island of Ireland.
Vision
We aim to honor our standing as Ireland's most successful Olympic Sport, and become Ireland's most innovative, inclusive and development-focused sporting community.
Key Responsibilities:
* Leadership / Strategic Planning:
o Act as an organisational culture champion, leading by example by delivering objectives through inclusivity, integrity, respect, the pursuit of excellence and teamwork.
o Maintain and develop best practice management and governance protocols.
o Represent IABA and the IABA community, nationally and internationally, in a responsible manner in line with the organisation's values.
* Stakeholder Management:
o Create an environment where excellent relationships with all stakeholders are maintained, including Sport Ireland, government, commercial partners, referees, coaches, volunteers, schools, colleges and clubs.
o Ensure an inclusive environment, with consultation and dialogue at its core, is a key priority for the organization.
* Financial/Governance/Risk Management:
o Manage the financial dealings of the Association in a prudent manner in line with Board oversight.
o Earn existing and potentially new revenue streams outside of statutory funding vehicles.
o Ensure all IABA risk management systems and policies are appropriate, current and applied.
* Commercial, Marketing and Communications:
o Manage commercial and sponsor relationships to maximise revenue certainty by building long-term partnerships.
o Identify new programmes and other innovative opportunities to expand the revenue base.
o Ensure that marketing and communications activities are structured to strengthen the reputation of IABA and that of the sport.
Requirements:
* Essential:
o Degree or similar level qualification, or equivalent expertise in a sports or management-related discipline.
o Strategic experience in a similar field, ideally in the sporting or not-for profit sectors.
o Minimum of 5 years senior management or executive experience in a fast-paced and challenging environment nationally/internationally.
o Experience managing budgets, securing commercial sponsorship contracts and effectively motivating a team of diverse professionals.
* Desirable:
o A passion for sport in general and boxing in particular, with knowledge of boxing infrastructures and systems.
o Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders in Ireland and Internationally.
To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV and cover letter outlining why you are suitable for this position to our recruitment partner Ascension Executive Recruitment.