Location: FAI Headquarters, Abbotstown, Dublin 15, Ireland
Direct Reporting Line To: League of Ireland Operations Manager
Commencement Date: ASAP
Duration: Permanent, Full time
The Position
The successful candidate will be a key member of the League of Ireland Team. The core focus of the role is the administration and day-to-day management of the League Office to ensure an efficient, professional service is provided to key stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing administrative support to the League of Ireland Management Team.
- Acting as the primary point of contact for all League of Ireland clubs.
- Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the League of Ireland office, including mailbox management and responding to general queries.
- Conducting weekly verification of match cards, match attendance reports and disciplinary sanctions.
- Supporting the Operations Manager and League Director in the review and evaluation of professional contracts across the Men’s and Women’s Divisions.
- Supporting the Operations Manager with kit reviews and approvals, coordinating timelines and specifications with clubs and suppliers to ensure timely delivery to FAI HQ and the creation of kit documentation.
- Supporting League of Ireland and Women’s Premier Division clubs with UEFA European competition applications.
- Conducting an annual review of proposed changes to the Participation Agreement (League Rules) and preparing comparison tables.
- Liaising with the Referee Department to coordinate the ordering and replenishment of gear and equipment.
- Supporting the review and implementation of competition rules, and coordinating the planning and monitoring of Leagues, President’s Cups, FAI Cups and the All-Island Cup.
- Supporting the wider League of Ireland Department in the delivery of Cup Finals and trophy presentations.
- Managing internal and external communications on behalf of the League Office.
- Coordinating, scheduling and organising meetings and events.
- Managing department-led projects and initiatives.
- Contributing to research, analysis, and development initiatives that support the continued growth and professionalisation of the leagues.
- Managing gear and equipment orders, including size collection, within allocated budgets.
- Taking, recording, and maintaining accurate minutes of meetings.
- Weekend work may be required from time to time.