Canoeing Ireland are seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified candidates for a consultant role within the performance programme. Full role description available here –
Roles and responsibilities include, but are not necessarily limited to:
- Work with the PD in developing specific areas of the performance programme
- Engaging with key stakeholders for planning, developing and implementing a functional and sustainable pathway structure, in line with Canoeing Ireland’s performance programme.
- Building and mentoring a cohort of new coaches
- Overseeing a national training and competition programme that identifies, nurtures and supports aspiring canoe athletes on the performance pathway
- Assist the PD in all pathway and performance reviews and planning models
- Promoting individual and team morale through effective people management practices aligned to Canoeing Ireland’s values
- Be available for international travel and associated team duties if required
Knowledge, Experience and Personal Profile
- Relevant experience as a performance coach and/or management in a performance environment
- Hard working, self-motivated and organised
- Knowledge of the sport of Canoeing and the related disciplines
- Successful leadership experience within high performance Sport
- International team management experience
- Developed management skills including strategic planning, report writing and problem solving
- Commitment to matters of compliance, particularly with regard to safety and welfare of young persons
- A comprehensive knowledge of the high performance environment
- Understanding of the culture that underpins success in sport
- Strong interpersonal skills including leadership abilities and good communication skills
- Vision, imagination, drive and good problem-solving abilities
Other Conditions
- The role requires a full, clean driving licence
- Garda Vetting will be required
- A probationary period will apply
- Other terms and conditions, will be discussed at interview
Applications, to include details of experience in a similar role, should be emailed to Jon Mackey (Performance Director) at performance@canoe.ie Closing date 17th October 2021.