A Communications Officer is required to support the RYA world-class youth and Olympic sailing teams.
The right person must be a confident communicator who can build effective relationships with the media, members of Team GBR and our key funding partners, including UK Sport. You must be well organised and self-reliant, willing to travel worldwide and able to manage a flexible work pattern that includes evenings and weekends.
Strong writing and sports reporting skills are essential, as is the ability to distribute news electronically and manage web content. A sound knowledge of performance sailing is also required. You will probably have a media qualification and will be expected to provide examples of relevant work if selected for interview.
If you can demonstrate the skills and commitment necessary to work with the best in the world then the RYA can offer a rewarding and exciting career opportunity.
Salary £18,000 pa, 20 days holiday, benefits package including pension and life insurance.
For further information e-mail:
chantal.lodwidge@rya.org.uk
Closing date: Monday 21 May 2001
The RYA is committed to equality of opportunity.