Sport Ireland and its network of Local Sports Partnerships (LSPs) is committed to the equal treatment of all people when it comes to their participation in sport. This commitment was formalised through the publication of Sport Ireland’s Policy on Participation in Sport by People with Disabilities. This policy outlines strong guiding principles ensuring the delivery of the sector’s efforts is more accountable and effective. In addition, the announcement within the National Sports Policy 2018-2027 of a national network of Sports Inclusion Disability Officers is indicative of the commitment to create greater opportunities for people with disabilities to participate in sport and physical activity.
A temporary vacancy arises within the Leitrim Sports Partnership for a Sports Inclusion Disability Officer (SIDO). The SIDO will foster and encourage a culture of active participation, supporting opportunities for and access to sport and physical disability activity in local communities.

The Sports Inclusion Development Officer (SIDO) will work in a coordinating capacity with all relevant stakeholders to increase and sustain participation opportunities for people with disabilities and groups who experience barriers to inclusion throughout the county. The successful candidate will also manage the Sports Disability Hub.

Education, Training, Experience etc
Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms:
•Hold a recognized 3rd level qualification (Certificate Level or higher) in Sports Development, Leisure Management, Adapted Physical Activity, Community Development, Health Promotion or other relevant discipline
and have
•At least two year’s experience working in a similar role i.e. working in communities piloting and developing, project management, facilitating and delivering sport and physical activity programmes.
•Inter-personal skills to involve people, schools and communities in the planning, delivery and evaluation of programmes and initiatives.
•Experience of working with people with disabilities.
•Experience in programme monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
•Proficiency in ICT Microsoft Office tools and communication technology systems.
•Excellent communication (oral and written), administration, organisational and presentation skills.
•Awareness and understanding of different models of disability.
•Awareness of current issues for people with a disability/older adults and the importance and value of their participation in sport/physical activity.
•Ability to produce and disseminate information efficiently and accurately.
•Ability and commitment to work unsociable hours.
•Experience in managing budgets and preparing financial reports.

A full clean current Class B Driving Licence and access to his/her own vehicle/transport (Copy of Licence must be submitted with your application).

Notes: Candidates must submit copy of educational qualifications as outlined above. Applications received without the necessary documentation will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered further.