Sligo RFC Club Rugby Development Officer

POST TITLE: Sligo RFC Club Rugby Development Officer

LOCATION: Sligo RFC catchment area

CONTRACT: Fixed-term contract, 32 weeks (August 2026 - April 2027), 30 hours per week.

ROLE AND PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The purpose of the position is to promote and develop rugby in the catchment area of Sligo RFC according to the needs of the club as per the agreed season plan.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

The Club Rugby Development Officer will report directly to the Rugby Participation Manager of Connacht Rugby. The Club Rugby Development Officer will also form a close operational relationship with Sligo RFC and will be in constant communication with the club, including providing up to date progress reports on a monthly basis.

EXPERIENCE / BACKGROUND / EDUCATION:

• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in rugby and will have experience of coaching and/or playing the game. 


• It is desirable that the candidate has an IRFU Coaching Children or Coaching Youth Award.


• Previous experience of coaching young people from the age of 7 to 18 is a requirement.


• Previous experience of working/volunteering in a club, school or community environment is a requirement.


• A third level qualification in a sports relation discipline would be beneficial.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholder groups.


• Ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team.


• Be extremely well organised.


• Conscientious and trustworthy.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.


• Full clean drivers licence and access to own transport.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Sligo RFC Club Rugby Development Officer will be responsible for:

• Working towards the agreed Sligo RFC Season Plan and delivery on the objectives within.


• Delivery of appropriate training sessions to National/Secondary Schools and Community groups in the Sligo RFC catchment area.


• Introduction and development of a culture of playing rugby within participating schools and groups.


• Organisation and management of festivals and blitzes according to need.


• Organisation of weekly, monthly timetable with stakeholders.


• Available as a coach and player development resource to Sligo RFC according to the needs identified in the Sligo RFC Season Plan and in agreement with the Club and the Rugby Participation Manager.


• Provision of up to date reports to Sligo RFC Committee. 


• Completion of the development officer’s portal on a weekly basis.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

• Actions and behaviours will ensure Connacht Rugby and Sligo RFC are viewed in a professional manner.


• Delivery of the Sligo RFC Season Plan.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Please apply via our job’s portal with a cover letter and up to date CV. The closing date for applications is Friday 28th August 2026 at 12PM. 

Connacht Rugby are equal opportunity employers.