We're looking for a Competition and Operations Lead will play a key role in NI Football League as we look to continue our strong growth in men’s and women’s elite football in Northern Ireland.
This role will support our Chief Operating Officer and the wider NIFL team in all operational aspects of the League with a focus on football administration across all competitions.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Competition and Operations Lead will play a key role in NI Football League (NIFL) as it looks to continue its strong growth in men’s and women’s elite football in Northern Ireland. This role will support our Chief Operating Officer and the wider NIFL team in all operational aspects of the League with a focus on football administration across all competitions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with the delivery of all football related operations such as fixture planning and club liaison through effective administration and communication strategies
- Coordinate key operational personnel such as match observers and match officials to ensure the efficient delivery of all competitions
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to aid the delivery of a successful and respected league
- Support the successful delivery of NIFL events, meetings and celebratory presentations
- Manage the day-to-day office as required and any other duties within personal capacity and workload
- To manage a directory of all member club representatives and keep all records updated
- Work with the Management Team to plan and deliver cup draws
- Assist the Chief Operations officer with the review of the department budget
- Drafting of relevant documents as assigned and where required ensuring all are reviewed and updated within systems
- Act as Secretary to the League General Assembly
- Support on coordinating arrangements for staff travel and logistics
- Support with projects as assigned by the CEO / COO
- Coordinate all appropriate inbound and outbound enquiries relevant to the office
- Meet and greet guests and visitors for the CEO on arrival ensuring positive first impressions
- Plan and coordinate high profile events with NIFL Senior Management including League Cup final and hosting guests at events or match days
- Perform other duties as required, which are considered relevant to the post and to the objectives of the organisation as identified
PERSONAL SPECIFICATION
Essential qualifications
- A relevant third level qualification or three years relevant experience working within the football industry.
Essential experience
- A minimum of three years recent experience in relevant administration role, to include operational knowledge & practical experience within an events or sporting environment.
Essential skills, knowledge and abilities
- Demonstrable thorough knowledge and understanding of football administration and football competitions in Northern Ireland
- Possess effective communication skills (verbal and written) and good interpersonal skills.
- Strong IT skills and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel)
- Able to work on own initiative, handle pressure and manage time effectively
- Possess strong organisational and leadership skills
- Have experience of working to deadlines and preparing reports
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to represent an organisation in the public arena
Desirable experience, skills, knowledge and abilities
- Holds an ECDL qualification or equivalent
- Knowledge of health & safety in relation to football match operations
- Experience of developing and sustaining effective working relationships with relevant stakeholders internal and external to the organisation
- Knowledge of football administration, including FIFA, UEFA and Irish FA regulations
- Have experience of managing budgets
- Project Management skills
- Knowledge of relevant sports management systems, such as Comet
- Experience of developing internal processes
The Northern Ireland Football League promotes inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from everyone.
This is a hugely exciting career opportunity for an administration/operation professional in a changing, dynamic and growing sports organisation. Applicants must have a flexible approach to work and be able to work evenings, weekends and match days as required.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The role offers a competitive salary on a permanent contract, which will be negotiable dependent on relevant experience.
This role is required 40 hours per week, which will include weekend work, primarily on Saturdays.
Applicant must also have access to their own transport.
Northern Ireland Football League Ltd are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
APPLICATIONS
All applicants should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae (CV) to [email protected] before 12 noon on Monday 19 June 2023.
