Title: Women’s Development Manager Reports to: Director of Development and Club Support Location: Golf Ireland, Carton Demesne, Maynooth, Co. Kildare W23 R8C6 Contract Type Full-time and 3-year fixed term contract initially
About Golf Ireland:
Golf Ireland is the governing body for golf on the island of Ireland. Established in January 2021 it is responsible for leading, growing and supporting the game of golf.
The primary functions of the organisation include the delivery of Championships and Inter-Club events, the administration of the World Handicap System, Rules of Golf and Amateur Status, the delivery of a world-class high-performance programme, contesting and hosting international fixtures, supporting clubs and growing the game.
The development of women and girls in golf is a strategic priority for Golf Ireland and will be a central pillar of the organisation’s new strategic plan. As a result, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Women’s Development Manager to play a leading role in shaping the future of the game.
Working collaboratively with colleagues, clubs, volunteers, and key stakeholders, the successful candidate will drive the delivery of Golf Ireland’s ambitious objectives to increase participation, strengthen pathways, and create more opportunities for women and girls across all levels of the sport.
The successful candidate will also serve as a visible advocate and leader for women in golf, helping to influence positive change, champion inclusion, and contribute to the continued growth and development of the game throughout Ireland.
A full specification of the role, including the key responsibilities, competencies, and experience required, is set out below.
About the Role:
The Women’s Development Manager will become a leading voice within the golf industry across the island of Ireland and beyond, showcasing, advocating and driving women’s inclusion at community, club, regional and national level.
The successful person will be responsible for leading the development, implementation and monitoring of a dedicated action plan that builds on Golf Ireland’s existing plan, titled Level Par. In developing this action plan the successful candidate will align priorities with relevant national polices and Golf Ireland’s new Strategic Plan, which will be published in January 2027.
The role will involve project management of key women’s development programmes focused on active participation and leadership at all levels of the game. The Women’s Development Manager will also work closely with key leaders within Golf Ireland to support them with their responsibilities connected to the development of women in golf.
Principal Responsibilities:
- Create and lead the implementation of a new dedicated women & girls action plan.
- Project manage identified programmes aimed at increasing participation levels among women, developing volunteers and supporting clubs as agreed with your line manager. This includes but it’s not limited to, flagship programmes Get into Golf, The Women in Golf Charter and Drive On Leadership Programme.
- Work closely with the Development and Participation Manager on the progression of Junior Golf Initiatives for girls.
- Work with all Golf Ireland departments supporting the delivery of their strategic objectives as they relate to women in golf.
- Be a key member of Golf Ireland’s Development & Club Support team.
- Lead the administration of funding applications and reporting requirements in collaboration with relevant Golf Ireland department leads.
- Liaise with your line manager to prepare and oversee a dedicated budget.
- Provide regular reports to the Director of Development & Club Support, Board of Golf Ireland and relevant National & Regional Committee’s on women in golf.
- Oversee research, analyse and communicate data and relevant insights as well as critically reviewing the existing women’s programmes.
- Oversee the provision of training and education opportunities on the recruitment and retention of women in golf in line with Golf Ireland’s wider training & education offering.
- Undertake any other duties within the general scope of the role, and any such relevant duties that may be assigned to the role by the Director of Development and Club Support.
Experience & Knowledge:
Essential
- Excellent project management skills with a proven track record of delivering projects to increase participation levels.
- A third level qualification in Sports development, Sports Management or a related discipline
- Relevant demonstrable experience.
- Excellent relationship management skills and experience working across a diverse range of stakeholders including volunteers.
- Experience compiling funding applications and reporting on outputs & impacts of funding.
- An understanding of sports governance.
- An understanding of Golf Ireland’s existing strategic plan and an ability to contribute at managerial level.
- A knowledge of Sport Ireland’s Women in Sport Policy
- An ability to prioritise, delegate and adhere to strict deadlines
Desirable
- A deep and broad understanding of issues, challenges and opportunities related to women in sport.
- Experience delivering change at governance level in sports organisations.
- Experience working within the golf industry or an understanding of golf.
Competencies & Attributes:
- Strategic mind-set
- Calm, confident, decisive and objective, especially under pressure.
- Willingness to be accountable and measured on performance.
- Skilled at prioritising, multi-tasking and problem solving.
- Strong administration, I.T and communications skills.
- Energetic, highly motivated and enthusiastic.
- An ability to cope with change, tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Terms And Conditions
This is a full time and 3-year fixed term contract, reporting to Golf Ireland’s Director of Development and Club Support.
Application Process:
- Applicants will need to be eligible to work in Ireland.
- Closing date for applications is 03/12/2026
- Interviews expected the week commencing the 7th December.
A detailed letter of application and full CV (max. 2 pages) should be uploaded when applying.
Applicants will be short-listed on the basis of information supplied. Your application will be retained as confidential. Golf Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.