Meath GAA are delighted to offer Performance Mentorship Internships working with our panels. Please see the below details.
Overview
Essential Criteria:
(1) TheRightPerson
A passionate and positive team player.
(2) Education
Holds(or working towards) a Degree in Sport Science, Strength & Conditioning or similar.
(3) General
Access to own transport and holds a full, clean driving licence.
Availability for evenings and weekends and an ability to commit to all (or most) of the season.
Desired Criteria:
Previous coaching experience (including personal training and/or sports coaching)
Connection with Meath (home) and/or Meath GAA (club member/involvement)
Professional Development Opportunities:
Practical experience:
The successful candidate(s) will be exposed to a range of multi disciplinary settings,including Athletic Development (S&C), Physiotherapy, Psychology, and Nutrition.
They will work closely with Meath GAA Athletic Development Coach(s) and assist them in the delivery of the Athletic Development (AD) program across the season. This will include training and practical experience in:
Athlete Monitoring & Physical Profiling
Effective use of sports technology–including GPS.
Data collection, analysis, and reporting
Coaching of AD training units across pitch & gym training sessions and/or other.
Assisting in the development & delivery of education workshops and resources for players, parents and coaches.
Other duties as required by the Football Performance Lead.
Mentoring:
Mentoring will be provided throughout the program via:
In-house CPD–Workshops & Training.
Guided Learning-Reading & resources to guide development.
Mentoring–Monthly mentoring meetings with theFootball Performance Lead.
Project Development–Assigned projects to develop professional competencies.
Applications:
If you wish to apply for this position,please forward a one-page CoverLetter and CV to the Football Performance Lead (Dáithí McCabe) at daithi.mccabe.meath@gaa.ie
Closing Date for Applications: Friday the 25th of October
By Meath GAA Mon 21st Oct
