Job Opportunity: Leinster Growth and Development Leader

Leinster LGFA are looking for a person who has a passion for the sport and wants to be part of our strategy to position Ladies Gaelic Football to be the choice of sport for females in Leinster. 

The Leinster Growth and Development Leader is a critical component in the continued growth and development process of the Association in the future.  Do you want to join us on this journey and play your part?

The Leinster LGFA Office is based in Portlaoise but the successful applicant will work from the office for two days each week, remote working is permitted thereafter.

If you are successful you will be working as part of the LGFA National Development Team and reporting directly to Leinster Ladies Gaelic Football Association with day-to-day management from the Leinster Development Officer.

Working with the Leinster Development Officer, you will be responsible for the following exciting areas:

• The implementation of our innovative development plan with counties and clubs in the Leinster Region
• The delivery and evaluation of a range of LGFA initiatives in our five focusareas; volunteer, club, player, coach and officials development
• Building on our phenomenal growth in participation rates at all levels, deepen the passion of those who play and follow our great sport and reach out to new audiences.

Successful candidates will have:

• A third level qualification in a subject which can be proven relevant to the post
• A record of working within the structures of an organisation in a professional or voluntary capacity
• A passion for sport and its growth and development

If you think this is for you and you meet our criteria, please submit a completed application form for this position to:

Lyn Savage,

National Development Manager

Ladies Gaelic Football Association,

Croke Park,

Dublin 3.

Or via Email: lyn.savage@lgfa.ie

Completed application forms must be received by the Association not later than Friday 27^th February, 2026.       Late applications will not be accepted.

2026 Leinster Growth and Development Leader Application Form

Leinster Growth and Development Leader Description 2026