Sports Inclusion Disability Officer

Cork Local Sports Partnership CLG wishes to invite applications from suitably qualified persons for the contracted post of Sports Inclusion Disability Officer (SIDO)

The main function of the post is to increase the participation of people with disabilities in sport/physical activity and to ensure that local resources are used to best effect to facilitate inclusion.  

The Sports Inclusion Disability Officer (SIDO) will work in a coordinating capacity with all relevant stakeholders to increase and sustain participation opportunities for people with disabilities.

The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate proven experience of sports development and disability sport / adapted physical activity. Excellent networking, leadership, planning, organisational, IT, and communication skills will also be prerequisites for this post.

This position is offered on a 1-year fixed-term contract and is aligned to Grade 4 of the Local Authority Salary Scale, with remuneration commensurate with the approved scale and relevant experience. 

To apply, please upload a copy of your cover letter and curriculum vitae through the form below. 

Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday 18th June 2026 @ 1 pm. Please note that late applications will not be considered. 

Interviews are scheduled to take place on Thursday 2nd July 2026.

Cork Sports Partnership is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. Reasonable accommodations will be provided throughout the recruitment process where required.

Essential Requirements:
The Candidate must have:

• Degree in Sports Development, Leisure Management, Health Fitness & Leisure Studies, Adapted Physical Activity, Community Development, Health Promotion or other relevant discipline or equivalent qualification.
• An understanding of the barriers and motivational issues affecting participation in sport and physical activity of people with disabilities. 
• Relevant marketing experience in the tools and strategies used to develop public campaigns from concept to execution. 
• Good report writing and presentation skills.
• Good analytical skills and computer skills.
• An ability to work independently to a tight schedule.
• Evidence of excellent organisational and communication skills.
• High levels of initiative are encouraged.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly – both orally and in writing.
• Good interpersonal skills when working with a range of groups.
• Ability to assess resource requirements and use resources effectively.
• Translate strategy into operational plans with measurable outcomes.
• Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader project management and administration processes.

Jobs Specification:
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