IABA is seeking to recruit a dynamic Development Officer to support the growth of boxing in Cork.
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 candidate 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- Cork” 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 Cork Regional Development Officer role are intended to take place on Wednesday, July 19th.
The draws for the 2023 National Senior Cadets Championships have taken place and are published here. Over 180 boxers from 107 clubs will contest 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.
It is a condition of entry that all competitors and officials have a signed Waiver/Members Acknowledgement Form and adhere to any agreement made with the Association sponsors.
Anti-Doping may be carried out at any stage of the championships and all boxers must advise the doctor of any medication they are taking or have taken in the preceding 4 weeks. It is imperative that all boxers adhere to the Anti-Doping Rules and Regulations. For any queries regarding this matter, boxers/coaches should contact Mr Larry Morrison, IBA Anti-Doping Officer on 086-0292476.
Non-Pregnancy Declaration forms must be signed.
Attention is called to the stipulation in the IABA Rule book that each boxer presented by his/her club shall be fit to box. This is the responsibility of the club.
Attire: Boxers shall have one red and one blue vest. Hair must be tied back, and swimming hats or hairnets should be worn under the headgear for boxers with long hair. No red, orange or pink gum shields are allowed.
Coaches: They must wear track suitsandrunners at all sessions and endeavour to set a high standard of hygiene in the corners. No shorts, caps or hats are allowed. Only qualified coaches are permitted in corners.
Sportsmanship: All decisions must be accepted in a sporting manner. Any complaints must be addressed to the Chief Official, Mr. Philip Rooney. Please show respect to all Ringside Officials
2 more Team Ireland boxers have claimed their places in Paris 2024 at the European Games.
The European Games is an Olympic Qualification event. A total of 44 places at Paris 2024 are available at these Games. In all weights excepting 75kg, 51kg and 92kg, a semi-final finish will win qualification. In these three weights, a finals finish is required. 319 boxers, in all, are contesting the tournament. There will be 2 World qualifiers in March and May of 2024. Their dates and locations have yet to be confirmed.
60kg Kellie Harrington, 57kg Michaela Walsh and 63.5kg Dean Clancy all booked their tickets by reaching their respective semi finals on Thursday.
All three contested their semi finals on Friday – Kellie took on France’s Estelle Mossely. Mossely has returned from the pro-ranks, where she is 11-1. Before she turned over, she claimed both Olympic and World gold in 2016. She and Kellie meet in bout 3 of Ring A’s afternoon session. The reigning Olympic lightweight champion put on a masterclass display and claimed a 5-0 win. Judges scored the bout 30:27, 29: 28, 29:28, 29: 28, 30: 27. Kellie says she was nervous and excited going in to the bout, because it was the “best with the best”. Listen to her post bout interview in full here. Kellie contests her final today, in the first of two days of finals, against Serbia’s Natalia Shadrina. That’s bout 2 of the evening session, beginning at 5pm Irish time.
63.kg Dean Clancy boxed his semi final against 3 time World champion and Olympic silver medalist, France’s Sofiane Oumiha. Dean lost 5-0, but comes home an Olympian with a bronze medal. Judges scored the bout 27: 30, 27: 30, 27: 30, 27: 30, 27: 30. Listen to Dean’s post bout interview here
And 57kg Michaela Walsh met France’s Amina Zidani. Judges scored the bout 28: 29, 27:30, 27:30, 27: 30, 29:28. Michaela comes home with a bronze medal, and the title of Double Olympian.
For two Team Ireland boxers, 92kg Jack Marley, and 75kg Aoife O’Rourke, a finals finish was the only way to book their ticket to Paris.
Jack faced Spain’s Enmanuel Reyes Pla in Friday’s semi finals – Reyes came between Team Ireland heavyweight, Kirill Afanasev and Tokyo qualification at the re-scheduled qualifiers in Paris. The Cuban born boxer is also a World bronze medallist, and a European silver medalist. This was a thrilling, high octaine bout. Jack lost the first round 4-1, won the second 4-1, and left it all behind him to claim the third 5-0. He was awarded the bout, and a ticket to Paris, on a 4-1 split. Judges scored the bout 29: 28, 29: 28, 28:29, 29: 28, 30: 27
Listen to Jack’s post bout interview in full here. Jack’s tournament is not over – he boxes for gold tonight, against Italy’s Aziz Abbes Mouhidiine. That’s bout 7.
75kg Aoife O’Rourke joins Michaela and Kellie in becoming a double Olympian. She met home favourite, Elisbieta Wojick, in a bout which awakened the entire arena – Ole, Ole, Ole battled with chats of Polska, Polska, Polska. This was a tough, testy bout, which was incredibly tight from the first bell. The opening round went, 4-1, to the Polish boxers, and Aoife claimed the second 4-1. The third and final round was a 3-2 split for the Irish boxers, and that was the final result. Judges scored the bout 28: 29, 28: 29, 27: 30, 30: 27, 29: 28. Aoife boxes for gold on the second of two days of finals, on Sunday. She’ll meet France’s Davina-Myrha Michel.
Today is the final day for entries to the 2023 National Senior Cadet Championships.
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.
Boxing: Times will be contingent on entries and shall be announced after the draw.
Entries: A non–refundable entry fee of €20 applies, including in the event of a boxer withdrawal. Online entry, via the Blocworx portal, is open until 5pm on June 30th. Entries will not be accepted without the payment of entry fees. All fees must be paid by 5pm on June 30th. Only boxers for whom entries have been completed and entry fees have been received will be allowed box.
Entry Form: Affiliated clubs wishing to enter boxers into the championships must log-in to their Blocworx portal, using their unique username and password. Clubs who have not retained their username or password following the completion of their affiliation for the 2022/2023 season can contact IABA staff, Sally Ann Kinch sally@iaba.ie, James Geraghty, James@iaba.ie or Ciara Plunkett, ciara@iaba.ie
Draws: Tuesday, 4th July, 1pm in the National Stadium.
Only boxers entered through the Blocworx portal for whom fees are fully paid will be included in the draw.
Duration: Duration of rounds: Men & Women 3 x 2 Minutes
There are two lighter weights, 44kg and 46kg, available in both categories.
Age Requirements: Boxers born between 2007 to 2008 inclusive.
It is a condition of entry that all competitors and officials have a signed Waiver/Members Acknowledgement Form and adhere to any agreement made with the Association sponsors.
Anti-Doping may be carried out at any stage of the championships and all boxers must advise the doctor of any medication they are taking or have taken in the preceding 4 weeks. It is imperative that all boxers adhere to the Anti-Doping Rules and Regulations. For any queries regarding this matter, boxers/coaches should contact Mr Larry Morrison, IBA Anti-Doping Officer on 086-0292476.
Non-Pregnancy Declaration forms must be signed.
Attention is called to the stipulation in the IABA Rule book that each boxer presented by his/her club shall be fit to box. This is the responsibility of the club.
Attire: Boxers shall have one red and one blue vest. Hair must be tied back, and swimming hats or hairnets should be worn under the headgear for boxers with long hair. No red, orange or pink gum shields are allowed.
Coaches: They must wear track suits and runners at all sessions and endeavour to set a high standard of hygiene in the corners. No shorts, caps or hats are allowed. Only qualified coaches are permitted in corners.
Sportsmanship: All decisions must be accepted in a sporting manner. Any complaints must be addressed to the Chief Official, Mr. Philip Rooney. Please show respect to all Ringside Officials
The Irish Athletic Boxing Association (IABA) wishes to recruit a Regional Performance Coach, with the successful candidate to work in the Ulster High Performance Unit in Jordanstown, Belfast. Boxing is Ireland’s most successful Olympic sport with a rich history of medal winning performances across multiple Games. Northern Ireland (NI) has produced some of the countries most talented boxers and Ulster Boxing contributes significantly to Team NI and Commonwealth Games success.
The Ulster program is an important part of the overall IABA approach to high performance development and sustainable world class performances on an international stage. This is a great opportunity for a suitably qualified and motivated caoch to make a difference in both a local setting and to the National program.
This exciting role will require a strong technical and tactical knowledge of Boxing, high level planning and communication skills, proficient computer literacy, a good understanding of athlete development and a proven commitment to the development of high performance Boxing.
Duties and Responsibilities:
To assist in the design of relevant training programs within the Ulster High-Performance Unit. To be present when requested in a coaching capacity at all levels of squad training, training camps, sparring camps and international competitions, at home and abroad.
Assist and contribute to Ulster High Performance Unit (HPU) in directing, monitoring and evaluating the impact of training and competition programs and services to athletes.
Coach and prepare athletes for a range of competitions throughout the year and participate in training camps as agreed with Ulster High Performance Lead.
Along with other coaches, plan, prepare and deliver coaching sessions.
Work harmoniously with staff members of the IABA, Volunteers, Club Coaches, Sport Northern Ireland (SNI) and the Sport Institute of Northern Ireland (SINI) on all aspects of the performance program.
Alongside relevant performance colleagues, work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team in relation to the regional and national teams.
Embrace both full time and part time athletes into the HP Programme as appropriate for athletes at different developmental stages.
In consultation with the Head Coach and SINI sport science and sports medicine service providers, design, develop and implement periodised training programmes for boxers of all levels within the HPU.
To monitor, in partnership with SINI key service providers, the progress of individual boxers towards their goals and targets.
To assist in managing the training programs for the various strands of competition within Ulster HPU.
To input into Talent Identification and Athlete Development Pathways as required.
To contribute to the development and implementation of the National and Regional HP Strategy.
Maintain an accurate register of athlete progress and provide accurate reporting on each athlete as requested by the Performance Lead.
Provide monthly progress reports on both competition and training camps as required.
To develop and deliver session plans and maintain a record of the plans delivered.
Provide cover where appropriate or necessary for HP coaching colleagues and Head Coach on a needs basis.
Assist with the development of club coaches with seminars, training and mentoring.
When and if required to lead on activities and initiatives of the programme as directed by the Performance Director, Performance Coordinator and or Head Coach.
General
To attend Ulster Boxing Council and IABA HPU staff meetings as required
To keep abreast of current and emerging trends and developments within the sector
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive and the post holder will also be required to undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Performance Lead or Performance Director*
Essential Skills and Qualifications
A minimum 1 Star Boxing coaching qualification; a higher grade is desirable.
Minimum of 3 years demonstratable experience coaching elite senior high performance boxers.
Previous experience coaching talented Elite, Youth and Junior athletes in a High Performance boxing setting.
Competent in use of Microsoft Office.
Advance planning and good administrative skills.
Competent English language skills.
Desirable Skills and Qualifications
2 Star or 3 Star coaching qualification.
Previous experience in performance and pathway planning.
Previous experience in a coaching leadership role in a HP boxing environment.
Commitment to professional development opportunities.
Salary Range:
£30-£35k, subject to qualifications and experience.
Contract Duration
Initial 2 Year contact with the possibility of extension. A six-month period of probation will apply.
Hours of Work
The successful candidate is expected to work 40 hours per week. However, given the nature of the position, a flexible working arrangement is necessary. Such arrangements will be discussed and
approved with the line manager. These arrangements will also be reviewed by the line manager on a quarterly basis.
The employee will not normally receive any additional payment for hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week, but may be permitted to take time off in lieu of such excess hours worked, if agreed with the line manager.
Annual Leave
The association’s leave year runs from January 1st to December 31st. The employee will be entitled to 21 days leave per annum plus 10 statutory bank holidays. Excess hours can be taken during a holiday period, after agreement with your line manager.
The employee is required to retain a minimum of 3 days leave to cover the Association’s Christmas shutdown period.
Role Locations:
Ulster High Performance, Ulster University, Jordanstown, Newtownabbey, BT37 0QB with some training camp involved with the National High Performance in Dublin, with domestic and oversee travel.
Application Process
Interested persons are invited to submit the following by email to hr@iaba.ie:
CV including 2 referees
Cover letter outlining how they meet the essential skills and qualifications by providing examples of how they have previously fulfilled the duties and responsibilities of this type of role
Application closing date: 5.00pm 30th June 2023
Shortlisting: 10th – 14th July 2023
Anticipated Interview Dates: 27th – 29th July 2023
Please note that interviews will address the essential skills of the role, core competencies and a practical element involving performance planning and assessment of delivery. If you have any questions about the role or application process, please contact Ulster High Performance Co-Ordinator aimee.shiels@iaba.ie
The Irish Athletic Boxing Association (IABA) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post holder is required to undergo Safeguarding Training, to be agreed with the Head of Safeguarding. The successful candidate will be required to complete the necessary AccessNI checks prior to appointment.
The Irish Athletic Boxing Association is an equal opportunities employer.
