Job Description
Summary
Special Olympics transforms lives through sport. Through our sports, health and leadership programmes our athletes learn to be physically, mentally and emotionally fit. They get to learn new skills, increase confidence and most importantly they get to experience the joy of sport and make life-long friendships! None of this would be possible without the great passion, energy and support of our staff team.
An opportunity has arisen for a Regional Development Officer based in our Ulster Region. This role is to strengthen and support affiliated clubs in implementing high standards in governance, management and operations in line with the prevailing Special Olympics Ireland Strategy. With a flexible, self-motivated and enthusiastic approach you will engage with clubs across Northern Ireland to develop structures, policies and procedures that will enhance the experience and involvement in Special Olympics for athletes, volunteers and family members and that will support the delivery of a quality sports training and competition programme.
The role will focus on the inclusion of communities in the Special Olympics programme, developing significant links with Northern Ireland’s disadvantaged communities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Manage and implement a structured and cohesive plan for the developm...