Leading GAA’s new era is strictly business

There is a fascinating line in the job description issued by the GAA as it seeks a new Director-General.

It sits right at the very end of the advertisement and it reads: ‘Third level business-related qualification (min Level 8 NFQ).’ This is the only formal qualification sought from applicants for the position.

Other stipulations include things such as ‘Established leadership and influencing skills’, ‘Experience of policy development and strategic planning’, and ‘Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities’.