The IRFU are inviting applications for the role of IRFU Performance Department Administrator .
The successful candidate will provide high-quality administrative and logistical support to the IRFU Performance Department, specifically assisting the Performance Director, Head of Women’s Performance & Pathways, and the Head of Elite Player Development (Men’s).
The position is being offered on a full time, 2 year fixed term contract basis. The role is based at the IRFU High Performance Centre, Sport Ireland Campus, Dublin 15.
The closing date for applications is strictly 4pm Friday 29th August 2025.
The IRFU is an equal opportunities employer.
POST TITLE: Performance Department Administrator
ROLE SUMMARY: The Performance Department Administrator provides high-quality administrative and logistical support to the IRFU Performance Department, specifically assisting the Performance Director, Head of Women’s Performance & Pathways, and the Head of Elite Player Development (Men’s). This role ensures the efficient day-to-day functioning of key performance programs by managing operations, documentation, communications, and logistics, with a specific focus on reducing the administrative burden on strategic leaders within the Performance Department.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Proven administrative experience in a high-performance or fast-paced environment, ideally within sport.
• Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple calendars, coordinate logistics, and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Familiarity with high-performance planning cycles, including camps, competitions, and athlete support services.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly in minute-taking, expense tracking, and document management.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise professionally across departments and with external stakeholders.
• Experience supporting senior leadership or strategic roles.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality, especially when handling sensitive performance data, contracts, and athlete information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with shared platforms such as OneDrive or SharePoint.
• Experience in financial administration, including invoice processing, budget tracking, and purchase order management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and solution-focused mindset.

DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Experience working within a sports performance or athlete development environment.
• Understanding of governance and compliance in a sporting context.
• Knowledge of IRFU structures, or experience working within a national governing body or similar organisation.