Board Recruitment – Join the Leadership Team at Olympic Handball Ireland

Olympic Handball Ireland (OHI), the National Governing Body for the sport across all 32 counties, is inviting expressions of interest for roles on our Board of Directors. 

As a Director, you'll help guide the development of Olympic handball in Ireland—supporting everything from grassroots to national teams, coaching, refereeing, and competitions. This is a voluntary, non-executive role, offering the opportunity to shape strategy, uphold strong governance, and contribute to the sport’s growth.

We are particularly interested in applicants with expertise in:

• Finance (Accountant)

• Governance and Risk Management

• Marketing & Commercial

• HR / Equality / Diversity

Ideal candidates will bring strategic insight, strong governance awareness, and a passion for community development. Experience in the not-for-profit or sport sector is desirable, along with a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and the values of Olympic Handball Ireland. An understanding of the legal responsibilities of a company director in Ireland is also an asset.

Key Responsibilities of Directors Include:

• Acting in accordance with the Constitution of Olympic Handball Ireland and the law

• Maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance and transparency

• Contributing meaningfully at Board meetings and taking shared responsibility for decisions

• Acting independently and in the best interests of OHI, not as a representative of any other group

• Preparing adequately for meetings and participating in committees or events as needed

• Upholding confidentiality and data protection obligations

• Avoiding conflicts of interest and adhering to OHI’s code of conduct

• Supporting and holding staff accountable through the CEO, without interfering in daily operations

• Championing OHI’s mission, values and the development of handball across Ireland

Time Commitment: The Board meets around 8 times per year, mainly via Zoom/Teams. Additional time (approx. 6–8 hours/month) is required for preparation, occasional in-person meetings, committee participation, and strategic events. Co-opted Directors serve until the next AGM and may be nominated for a three-year term.

What We Offer:

• A full induction and training for new Directors

• An opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a growing sport

• A platform to contribute meaningfully to community health and wellbeing

• Experience within a national governing body and international sporting context

To Apply: Complete an OHI Board Application Form and email it with your CV to our Company Secretary at michaelmoloney@olympichandball.org by 17:30 on Monday, 28th April 2025. Selected candidates will be invited to interview in early May.