The IRFU are currently accepting applications for the position of a Rugby Development Officer based in Connacht. The Rugby Development Officer is an integral part of the IRFU rugby operations and the successful applicant will join a team of Development Officers, employed throughout the country, working on the development, promotion and growth of the game of rugby.

The main duties involved are:

* Visits to schools and clubs to develop all facets of the game of rugby * Promotion of rugby to its playing / coaching public in a positive, safe and healthy manner. * Delivery of a series of tailored, focussed and high quality rugby development programmes and initiatives. * Organising, participating and delivering coaching courses and player clinics * Attending rugby coaching and development seminars and coaching courses * Coordinating, organising and administering rugby operations and procedures as assigned by the Provincial Development Manager

The successful candidate will have a:

* strong academic background * previous knowledge and playing experience of rugby * strong communication, leadership and presentation capability * positive and proactive approach to coaching rugby * ability to present and teach in an effective manner

If you would like to apply for this position please send a detailed letter of application combined with an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (with current salary level) to the address below. Alternatively, you may email your application to recruitment@irfu.ie.

Ms. Jane McCarthy Human Resources Officer Irish Rugby Football Union 56 Lansdowne Road Dublin 4

The closing date for applications is Friday 28th May 2004.