Sligo GAA Football Academy
Minor Manager (U17)
Position 2020-2021
Background;
Sligo GAA Football Underage Development sets out
to support and develop players to achieve their full potential. This is a great
opportunity to work with young talented footballers in top class facilities and
avail of high- level coaching supports and the successful candidate will be supported
by Sligo GAA Football Underage Development Squad Governance and Coaching
Committee and the Games Development Manager.
Duties and Responsibilities;
The primary responsibilities
of the Sligo Minor Manager will be;
·
Create
an environment that balances player development with team performance,
·
Demonstrate
the ability to lead and motivate players,
·
Manage
the planning, preparation and delivery of the coaching sessions for the Minor Footballers,
·
Working
with the Sligo GAA Underage Development Squad Governance and Coaching Committee
and the Games Development Manager to plan and coordinate the season schedule in
alignment with the club season,
·
Play
an integral role in the Sligo GAA Underage Development Squad’s Talent Academy
Program with involvement in peer learning and coach development projects,
·
Be
available on occasion to represent Sligo GAA in relation to promotional Activities,
·
Carry out the role while
at all times adhering to the values of Sligo GAA Football academy.
Personnel Specification;
Candidates
should meet the following criteria:
·
Have
a minimum of 3 years’ experience coaching youth or adult GAA team(s),
·
Have
experience in the development of talented players on a performance pathway,
·
Must
be self-motivated, committed and enthusiastic about coaching.
Appointment is on a voluntary basis for a period of 12
months and will be based on qualifications and experience.
Closing Date:
Friday 7th August 2020.
Application procedure:
Applications
can be made by submitting an expression
of interest and outline of experience by post to:
The
Coaching Officer, Sligo Football Underage Development Governance Committee, Sligo
GAA, Scarden, Co. Sligo.
Or
Email:
Coachingofficer.sligo@gaa.ie
If
you have any queries in relation to this position, please email Coachingofficer.sligo@gaa.ie