Job Description
**Job Summary:** The Officials Development Manager at Sport Ireland will lead the development and support of Technical Officials across sports in Ireland, promoting best practice and fostering a culture of integrity, fairness, and ethical behavior. **Job Description:** The Officials Development Manager will take a lead role in advancing the development and support of Technical Officials across sports in Ireland. This involves working with National Governing Bodies (NGBs), Local Sports Partnerships, and other stakeholders to develop and implement policies and initiatives that promote best practice and foster a culture of integrity, fairness, and ethical behavior. **Key Responsibilities:** * Lead on the development and implementation of a Technical Officials Development Plan in line with Sport Ireland Strategy and organisational goals and objectives * Collaborate with NGBs, Local Sports Partnerships, and other stakeholders to support the ongoing development of Technical Officials in Ireland * Support programmes run by NGBs and other relevant stakeholders for Technical Officials and promote understanding of key issues and opportunities * Manage and monitor Sport Ireland programmes to address the recruitment and retention of officials, education and training, respect/abuse, diversity, etc. * Communicate and promote best practice in this area across the sector and support initiatives that raise the profile and visibility of technical officials * Develop and promote strategies to tackle abuse of technical officials * Develop regular reports on the status of implementation of the Technical Officials Development Plan to relevant Sport Ireland Director, senior management, Sport Ireland Board, and relevant Sport Ireland Committee **Person Specification:** * A relevant degree, along with 5 years of experience in officiating education or a related field * Proven experience in developing and implementing policies and training programmes for officials * Strong knowledge of the ethical considerations in sports officiating and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Strategic thinking, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to driving excellence in officiating * Commitment to continuous learning and staying informed about global developments in sports officiating **Desirable Skills:** * Lead successful officiating * Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategies that align with organisational goals * Strong project management skills with a focus on delivering results in a dynamic environment * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and inspire change * A proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving * A collaborative mindset, capable of building strong relationships across diverse groups * Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated on trends and best practices **About Sport Ireland:** Sport Ireland is the national sports agency responsible for the development of sport in Ireland. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values and benefits from the diversity of the workforce.