Jun 19, 2018
- Up to date knowledge of current financial and accounting computer applications
- Knowledge of taxation issues including tax liability management
- Proven ability to analyse financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections
- Proven ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects
- Ability to work efficiently and lead in a fast paced, pressurised environment
- Proven track record of managing and building relationships, internally and externally to get the best out of people at all levels
- Significant experience operating and advising at an executive level
- High degree of personal resilience and integrity
- A positive, ‘can-do’ mentality, ability to find ways round obstacles and willing to exploit all of the available resources in order to accomplish objectives
- A commitment to continuing improvement and change by the application of self-managed learning techniques, supplemented where appropriate by deliberate, planned exposure to external learning sources (mentoring, coaching, etc.)
- Concern for the perceptions of external & internal stakeholders;
- Excellent written and oral communication including reports and business writing skills
- Work collaboratively with others to achieve business objectives.
- A good knowledge and experience of an NGB environment is desirable but not essential
- The facility to work flexible hours, as dictated by a sport which is largely leisure/volunteer based, and the capacity to travel overseas as required
- The ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The key accountabilities and responsibilities in this role are below:
- Planning & Strategy
- Assist in formulating Cricket Ireland’s future strategic direction and supporting tactical initiatives;
- Design, monitor and direct the implementation of strategic financial business plans;
- Develop financial and tax strategies and implement short- and long-term departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures;
- Manage Cricket Ireland’s reserves, annual operational and event budgeting processes, and assist in the development of ‘special project’ budgets and planning with a focus on the development of infrastructural projects to support the transition to full membership
- Operations
- Participate in key decisions as a member of the senior management team;
- Oversee the financial operations of Cricket Ireland;
- Implement operational best practices in the Finance team;
- Oversee Cricket Ireland’s financial programs, accounting and budgeting systems, and tax planning strategies;
- Ensure compliance with all Financial Accounting, taxation (domestic and international) and regulatory requirements;
- Oversee the timely finalisation of all Cricket Ireland event accounts;
- Oversee the approval and processing of day to day activities in the Finance department which include managing revenue, expenditure, investments, budgets, payroll and audit;
- Oversee the preparation and finalising of Cricket Ireland’s management accounts, audited financial statements, financial reporting and any special analysis required from time to time;
- Analyse and manage Cricket Ireland’s cash flow, cost controls, and expenses and establish and maintain appropriate internal controls and safeguards;
- Lead on Cricket Ireland’s tax planning and compliance;
- Report financial results to the Board of Directors and to the Finance Committee.
- Review and monitor the financial status of the Irish Provincial Unions and oversee financial support provided from time to time
- Oversee submission of and compliance with key grant applications to primary funding bodies
- Line manage staff in the Finance Department and oversee operations in the HR/Admin/IT sections, including line managing senior staff in those departments
- Advise and/or oversee selected tender processes to facilitate supplier relationships which balance cost-effectiveness against operational effectiveness
- Risk Management:
- Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies;
- Report risk issues to the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors;
- Maintain relations with external auditors and investigate their findings and recommendations.
- Reporting:
- Draft papers and report updates to the Finance Committee and Board of Cricket Ireland;
- Act as secretary to the Finance Committee.
- Other:
- Any other responsibility reasonably falling within the ambit of the Finance function of a small organisation
- Procure compliance with appropriate filing of information to Companies House of company accounts and Directors’ information
- Any other tasks relevant to the role
REMUNERATION
- The package will include a salary and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience
PROCESS
- The closing date for applications will be July 3rd, 2018
- Letters of application and full CVs should be sent by email to info@cricketireland.ie and will be confidential
- Preliminary interviews will be held on July 12th, 2018
- Role due to commence in October 2018
Jun 4, 2018
As part of the 2018 Federation of Irish Sport Conference in Trinity College Dublin, CEO Mary O’Connor gave a presentation concerning a substantial survey of our members, the full detail of which we will be unveiling over the coming months.
In terms of what information the survey will deliver and what we can drive as a result of greater knowledge here is a review of what was shown to the audience of 300 leaders within the sports sector.
May 23, 2018
Carol Byrne has recently been appointed Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing for Crowne Plaza Dublin-Blanchardstown, Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport and the Holiday Inn Express Dublin Airport.
The Crowne Plaza Dublin Blanchardstown is the preferred partner of the Federation of Irish Sport and is conveniently located less than 2 kilometres from the National Sports Campus, whilst the Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport and the Holiday Inn Express are only a short distance from the Morton Stadium in Santry.
Byrne has a great wealth of experience working with large groups, and between the three hotels can cater for all Group, Event or Training needs with the following services-
- Up to 500 bedrooms, plus an additional 160 planned by 2020.
- 170 twin rooms, 70 of these are extra-large with two double beds
- Dedicated & Secure Team Floors for Privacy
- A selection of Food & Beverage offerings, including an Italian Diner and an Asian Fusion Restaurant
- Bespoke Menus to suit all dietary requirements
- 2 Onsite fitness centres with treadmills, training bikes & weight benches
- 36 meeting rooms all with natural daylight & 400 MB Wi-Fi
- 2 Large Conference Suites which can accommodate 600 and 750 attendees respectively
- Complimentary Car parking at all venues
See Crowne Plaza Dublin Blanchardstown for more details or to make a booking.
Mar 20, 2018
Press Release:
Clann Credo team up with the Federation of Irish Sport to promote €10 million community sports loan fund. Clann Credo have funded over 100 sports projects to date
Tuesday, 20th March 2018, The Federation of Irish Sport has teamed up with Clann Credo, a charity that provides loan finance to community projects nationwide. Clann Credo recently announced details of a dedicated community sports loan fund of €10 Million. They have partnered with the Federation of Irish Sport to promote the availability of the fund to the Irish Sports Community, to assist in the financing of development or improvements to training facilities, club houses or the purchasing of equipment.
Clann Credo have funded over 100 voluntary sports clubs and community-managed sports facilities to date. Cherry Orchard Football Club, based in Ballyfermot, Dublin was one of the clubs that availed of a Community Loan from Clann Credo in 2016 to facilitate the development of an all-weather pitch. Other projects to receive loans include Cork Boat Club, Achill GAA Club and Tullow Tennis Club. These loans helped these clubs to maximise the impact of Sports Capital grants from the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport and spread the upfront cost of the investment over time.
The Sports Capital Programme is the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport’s primary means of providing Government funding to community based sports organisations. The programme has a hugely positive impact, facilitating the development or upgrade of sports facilities nationwide.
However, these grant schemes generally require clubs to pay for the project up front before drawing the grant. This is a real challenge to clubs who don’t have access to the necessary finance in advance. In addition, clubs are often asked to provide evidence of matched funding to qualify for a grant which can be difficult for sports clubs who don’t already have the funds raised.
Banks in these circumstances often look for personal guarantees from the club’s committee members who are volunteers, creating a barrier to finance for sports clubs in these circumstances. The Federation of Irish Sport and Clann Credo Community Sport Loan Partnership will allow sports clubs to access loans of up to €500,000 without the need for personal guarantees. The application process is user friendly with the focus in determining suitability for a loan being the impact of the project on the club and the community it serves as well as ability to repay.
Loans can be repaid over a 2 to 15-year period with the interest rates which typically range from 4.95% to 6.75% depending on both the term of the loan and the amount being borrowed.
Speaking at the announcement, The Federation of Irish Sport CEO, Mary O’Connor said:
“The 12,000 sports clubs nationwide play a vital role in communities right around Ireland. Ensuring adequate facilities are available and once available, are maintained and upgraded appropriately is a real challenge. Access to finance for clubs given their voluntary and not for profit nature through traditional financing channels usually doesn’t work so we are delighted that through this partnership we can highlight the availability of this tailored community funding scheme to Irish Sporting Organisations and their clubs.”
“Paul O’Sullivan, Chief Executive of Clann Credo said:“Clann Credo have been providing Community Loan Finance to Ireland’s charitable and not for profit sector since 1996. Sport makes up a significant portion of Ireland’s not for profit sector and with more than 500,000 Irish adults volunteering, sport is the single biggest driver of volunteerism in Ireland. We are delighted to partner with the Federation of Irish Sport, as the representative body for Ireland’s National Sporting Organisations, to build on Clann Credo’s mission of providing finance to community groups throughout Ireland. This much-needed, dedicated fund will allow Ireland’s sports clubs to maximise the funding channels available to them to develop and upgrade their facilities and purchase equipment, all vital in ensuring communities have the opportunity to participate in sporting activities.”
ENDS
For more information please contact:
Wilson Hartnell
Sarah O’Connor / Shane Nolan
sarah.oconnor@ogilvy.com / shane.nolan@ogilvy.com
086 8048446 / 086 0835402
Feb 16, 2018
Federation of Irish Sport Welcomes Government’s Long-Term Commitment to Sport in Project 2040 Development Plan
Press Release
16th February 2018
The Federation of Irish Sport welcomes the Government’s long-term commitment to the development of sport in Ireland as outlined in its Project 2040 Development Plan published today. In particular, the Federation welcomes the commitment to: –
- a Sports Capital Fund of €100 million over the next 4 years
- the completion of the National Sports Campus by 2021 with more new facilities for sports such as cricket and tennis.
- a new Large Scale Infrastructure Fund of €100 million for larger sports projects.
The Federation welcomes the commitment to funding of facilities that undoubtedly will positively transform the sporting landscape. We remain conscious however of the importance of the availability of qualified people and targeted programmes to allow the potential of any sports facility to be maximised. In this regard, we will continue to work on behalf of our members to ensure that the current funding that plays a crucial role in supporting these people and programmes increases in the coming years.
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For further information, please contact:-
Mary O’Connor, Chief Executive, Federation of Irish Sport Tel: 086 0437884
Feb 6, 2018
From Athletics Ireland
The President and Board of Athletics Ireland have today announced the appointment of Hamish Adams as their new C.E.O. The decision was ratified last night at an Athletics Ireland board meeting and Hamish will succeed John Foley who is retiring at the end of April, 2018. Hamish will join Athletics Ireland in May having spent five years as C.E.O of Rowing Ireland.
Commenting on his new role, Hamish Adams said “I feel very privileged to take up the role of Chief Executive of Athletics Ireland. I look forward to engaging with all the Athletics Ireland stakeholders. Ireland has a proud history and tradition in athletics and I look forward to contributing to its continued growth at the commencement of my role as C.E.O in early May. High Performance and coaching as well as the national health agenda to increase physical activity levels are areas I am especially passionate about and I plan to contribute significantly in these areas with the Athletics Ireland Team”.
Commenting on the new appointment, President of Athletics Ireland, Georgina Drumm said “The board is delighted to welcome Hamish as the new C.E.O of Athletics Ireland. We were overwhelmed with the interest in the role which gave a positive reflection on how our sport is viewed. We are pleased to have someone of Hamish’s calibre and experience to be joining our team”.
She added “I would like to thank John for the significant contribution he has made to every aspect of our sport over an eight year period as C.E.O and he will continue to do so until his retirement in April 2018.”
ENDS
Claire Shannon – Claireshannon@athleticsireland.ie
