PART-TIME RACING OFFICIAL – STEWARDS’ SECRETARIES

The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board (IHRB) is the Regulatory Body for horseracing in Ireland, responsible for protecting the integrity and reputation of Irish horseracing. It is also responsible for the licensing of all participants in Irish racing.

The IHRB is now seeking to recruit part-time Racing Officials, initially as Stewards’ Secretaries, who will form part of a team of Raceday Officials present at every racemeeting to oversee all regulatory matters. These roles will also involve working closely with the Raceday Stewards.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

The persons appointed will primarily carry out the role of Stewards’ Secretary but the role may involve work in other areas of the organisation, both on and off the racecourse, as required.

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Officiating at racemeetings
• Observing races and dealing with breaches of any raceday rule.
• Presentation of cases before the raceday stewards and disciplinary hearings
• Preparation and publication of enquiry reports.
• Communicating raceday information from Stewards Rooms to the public through our social media channels
• Advising the Raceday Stewards on the interpretation of the Rules and Regulations

PERSON

Applicants should

• have a thorough knowledge of horseracing and the Rules of Racing and Irish National Hunt Steeplechase Rules
• have an ability to interpret and apply rules
• be a top-class race reader and be able to analyse situations quickly in a pressurised environment.
• have excellent presentation and interpersonal skills, be computer proficient and hold a full driving license
• be prepared to work both as part of a team and independently
• be prepared to work evenings and weekends and with a degree of flexibility to meet deadlines and the demands of the fixture list
• have an ability to work in dynamic situations
• third level or relevant qualification desirable

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates wishing to be considered for the positions should submit a covering letter setting out why they are suitable for the role and specifying the position they are applying for, together with details of their career to date and a comprehensive CV, by email to:

[email protected]

The closing date for applications is Friday, 4^th June 2022

IHRB is an equal opportunities employer