Boxing clubs are being invited to apply for the 2023 Sports Capital and Equipment Programme. The scheme has been amended and upgrade from the previous round.
Key features under the 2023 Sports Capital round:
– Maximum grants for local projects increased from €150,000 to €200,000;
– Maximum grants for regional projects increased from €300,000 to €500,000; and
– New rules on providing similar access to facilities for men and women.
The 2023 Sports Capital and Equipment Programme will open for applications at 9am on Monday 17th July 2023 and close to applications 5pm on Friday 8th September 2023. The deadline for registration is 5pm on Friday 25th August 2023.
In the last round of awards made in February 2022, 42 boxing clubs successfully applied for equipment and capital project grants, worth a combined total of 585, 194. The highest award was 288,00 for a building project. A full outline of all awards isavailable here
Board Match has been contracted by the IABA to recruit suitable candidates for two separate Non- Executive Direct vacancies on the Board of Directors, in the Governance & Leadership and Communications fields.
Established in 1911, The Irish Athletic Boxing Association’s (IABA) main role is to develop, foster and control amateur boxing in the 32 counties of Ireland. The IABA is committed to provide the environment, in which support and opportunities given to our athletes, coaches and clubs excel, and in doing so to increase participation and improve performance in Irish Boxing. The IABA operates from the National Stadium in Dublin, the only purpose-built amateur boxing stadium in the world and there are currently over 360 clubs affiliated to the association across the Island of Ireland. It is a volunteer led organisation where the hard work, dedication and significant time afforded by each member has contributed to the growing success of the sport in Ireland.
Board composition as per the Constitution is ten Directors. The Board currently has four Directors namely:
Naill O’Carroll – Chair
Tom Geraghty
Neil Gough
Charles Toland
Ted Barry
Art O Brien
Darren O Neill
Fiona Hennigan
Tom Geraghty
Vacancies exist on IABA’s Board of Directors for Non-Executive Directors with expertise in the Legal and Communications fields.
Governance and Leadership
The Irish Athletic Boxing Association is seeking suitably qualified and experienced candidates to join the board as an independent legal expert. This is a voluntary board role that requires a significant time commitment to carry out the assigned duties and responsibilities. The term of office for the Non-Executive Director will be two years.
The Irish Athletic Boxing Association is seeking suitably qualified and experienced candidates to join the board as an independent legal expert. This is a voluntary board role that requires a significant time commitment to carry out the assigned duties and responsibilities. The term of office for the Non-Executive Director will be two years.
Assist with policy formation and implementation to maintain high levels of compliance with the Sport Ireland Governance Code
Have oversight of risk management in line with usual board responsibilities
Engage with matters pertaining to the activities of the organisation
To keep up to date on the affairs of the organisation
To bring impartiality and objectivity to meetings and decision making
To be aware of current issues that might affect the organisation
To advocate for and represent the organisation at external meetings and events if required
Act in the best interests of the organisation, with honesty and good faith towards the IABA’s stakeholders
Attend the annual general meeting and other general meetings as required
Sit on a number of agreed Board sub-committees
Challenge and contribute to the development of strategy constructively
Ensure that they comply with all their obligations as a Director, as required by Company law
Desirable Experience, Skills and Qualities
It is desirable that applicants for this role have the following:
Knowledgeable Leader with at least 5 years’ experience. Expertise in areas of Governance and or Leadership would be an advantage
Experience in the area of Sport as an athlete an advantage
Knowledge of the Sport Ireland Governance Code and a desire to implement the highest standards of governance
Previous board experience would be an advantage
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Impartiality, fairness and the ability to respect confidences
Tact and diplomacy
Understanding of the roles/responsibilities of a sports governing body
Demonstrable alignment to the IABA values of respect, trust, inclusion, excellence, teamwork, integrity, and leadership
An understanding of the sport and the organisation an advantage
Time to effectively carry out the duties of the role
Communications
The Irish Athletic Boxing Association is seeking to appoint a Non-Executive Director with a Communications, Marketing and Innovation background. This is a voluntary board role that requires a significant time commitment to carry out the assigned duties and responsibilities. The term of office for the Non-Executive Director will be two years.
The Communications Non-Executive Director will be expected to:
Assist with the creation of a marketing and communications strategy that will allow the organisation to cultivate and enhance meaningful relationships with targeted, high-level external audiences including the media and key influencers
Develop market position and brand of the organisation to a variety of audiences to enable it to fulfil its mission and aims
To keep up to date on the affairs of the organisation
To bring impartiality and objectivity to meetings and decision making
To be aware of current issues that might affect the organisation
To advocate for and represent the organisation at external meetings and events if required
Act in the best interests of the organisation, with honesty and good faith towards the IABA’s stakeholders
Attend the annual general meeting and other general meetings as required
Sit on a number of agreed Board sub-committees
Challenge and contribute to the development of strategy constructively
Ensure that they comply with all their obligations as a Director, as required by Company law
Desirable Experience, Skills and Qualities
It is desirable that applicants for this role have the following:
Significant experience in a Marketing and/or Communications role
Understanding of innovation relating to communications and messaging
Knowledge of branding, business development and PR would be an advantage
Strong strategic development skills
Previous board experience would be an advantage
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Impartiality, fairness and the ability to respect confidences
Tact and diplomacy
Understanding of the roles/responsibilities of a sports governing body
Demonstrable alignment to the IABA values of respect, trust, inclusion, excellence, teamwork, integrity, and leadership
An understanding of the sport and the organisation
Time to effectively carry out the duties of the role
Board Meetings
The board meets monthly and at least four of these meetings will take place in the provincial units, for example Belfast, Galway etc. Currently half of the board meetings take place online with the other half taking place in-person.
The Non-Executive Director will be asked to join a number of sub-committees. Sub-committee meetings are typically held on the last Thursday of every month.
If you would like to have an informal discussion about the roles, please contact Carol Prince via email carol@boardmatch.ie.
Interested candidates should apply by sending a CV and Cover Letter to carol@boardmatch.ieor via boardmatch.ie
Over 40 bouts were decided during the opening weekend of boxing in the 2023 National Senior Cadet Championships. Over 180 boxers from 107 clubs are contesting the tournament.
Weigh-in and Medical: Boxers will weigh only on the day they box. Individual weigh-in times may be given to participants, but this will be decided and made known prior to the event.
Boxing Record books to be presented by the boxer at their initial weigh-in.
Weigh-in dates: In National Stadium 8:00 to 9:00am & 12:00pm to 1:00pm.
IABA is seeking to recruit a dynamic Development Officer to support the growth of boxing in Sligo.
This role is of strategic importance to the IABA in achieving its strategic development programmes goals and enhancing existing professional structures.
Reporting directly to the National Development Manager, the successful candidates will be responsible for the delivery of all locally based school, community and club programmes and administration associated with the effective running of the IABA Development Team.
Applications:
Please send a CV along with a Cover Letter via e-mail outlining your suitability for the position to info@iaba.ie no later than 5pm 5th July 2023. Please reference the relevant role, ‘Regional Development Officer – Sligo” in the subject of your email.
Interview Process:
Short-listing of candidates may apply. The post is subject to Garda Vetting. IABA is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Interviews for those shortlisted for the Sligo Regional Development Officer role are intended to take place on Thursday, July 20th.
