New advisor wanted for IOM Sport

Tuesday, 25 June 2019 06:08

By Rob Pritchard @rpritchard9

Isle of Man Sport is looking to appoint a senior figure to help promote the Island's sporting reputation.

It wants to appoint an Athlete Development Advisor which would also be tasked with helping competitors reach their potential on the international stage.

Part of the Isle of Man Strategy for Sport, the department wants and individual to improve finding talented athletes in local clubs and schools and drive the delivery of the Sport Aid Academy.

Expression of interest are being invited for the post - any submissions should be sent to IOM Sport no later than Monday, July 15.

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