Offaly GAA Strength & Conditioning Internship
Offaly GAA Strength & Conditioning Internship
(Flexible 3 – 9 months depending on which squad you work with).
Role Profile:
The Intern will play a role in the implementation of S&C support with Offaly GAA under the guidance of the full-time performance staff.
The intern will work as part of a team, in conjunction with other full-time and voluntary personnel, to deliver the Offaly GAA performance support objectives.
Under the guidance of Offaly GAA performance staff, the post holder will play an active role in:
Delivery of strength & conditioning programs for various teams.
Performance coaching.
Monitoring and testing athletes.
Positions:
There is a number of opportunities with various squads depending on the availability of the successful candidate(s).
Key tasks:
Design & delivery of strength & conditioning programs as designed by Performance GDA David Hare.
Assist in the regular fitness testing for development squad players.
Liaise with County Games Development Personnel & attend meetings and personnel training as required, to support the development of the function & the role.
Update & monitor the Smartabase Player Monitoring System.
Essential Criteria:
The candidate should have a keen interest in strength & conditioning.
The candidate should be a member of an Offaly GAA club & have previous coaching experience.
Foundation or Award 1 GAA Coaching Course would be an advantage.
Good administrative & IT skills with a strong working knowledge of IT related packages & systems.
Good communication & presentation skills (verbal & written).
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects & deadlines; hands-on approach to getting things done.
Other Requirements:
Access to own transport.
Please note these positions are subject to Garda Vetting.
Training:
The successful candidate will receive full training and mentoring by David Hare for this role.
The candidate will also receive a qualification in Resistance Training for Youth GAA Players.
Candidates interested in the above positions should apply by sending their Curriculum Vitae to david.hare.gda.offaly@gaa.ie
Application closing date: 4:00pm 16tth December 2017
Internship start date: Immediate but also flexible for the right candidate.
