Drogheda United FC is looking for a volunteer to fill a new Climate Justice & Sustainability Officer position. The club announced the role this week, seeking an individual to assist with environmental and community projects.
This news was reported by Drogheda United FC. The volunteer will work directly under the club's Head of Social & Environmental Sustainability. Their main job will be to promote and put into action various Climate Justice & Sustainability initiatives, many of which are expected to engage directly with the local community. Interested applicants can get more information by emailing aoife.burns@droghedaunited.ie.
What does the volunteer role involve?
The Climate Justice & Sustainability Officer will be a key support for the club's existing sustainability leadership. This isn't just about matchday recycling. The position is designed to help drive forward the club's broader environmental agenda, which ties into its role as a community pillar. The work will involve implementing specific projects and promoting the club's green goals both inside the organization and to the wider public in Drogheda.
It's a community-related role, meaning the successful volunteer will likely interact with local groups, schools, and fans. The aim is to embed sustainable practices into the club's daily operations and its outreach. For a team currently sitting 9th in the Premier Division with 28 points from 28 games, off-field projects like this help build a stronger, more resilient club identity beyond the league table.
How does this fit with the club's current season?
While the search for a volunteer begins, the first team continues its campaign on the pitch. Drogheda United's recent form has been mixed, with one win, two draws, and two losses in their last five outings (LLWDD). They have lost their last two matches, including a 2-0 home defeat to St Patrick's Athletic on August 21st. You can track the team's progress and check the full standings online.
The club has scored 31 goals this season but conceded 45, leaving them with a -14 goal difference. They are 26 points behind league leaders Shamrock Rovers, highlighting the competitive gap in the division. The next challenge is a home fixture against 7th-placed Galway United on September 4th. Fans can plan ahead by viewing the fixtures schedule.
What are the next steps for applicants?
Prospective volunteers should direct their inquiries to Aoife Burns at the email address provided. The role represents a chance to contribute to a League of Ireland Premier Division club's operational future in a meaningful way. It's an opportunity to help shape how Drogheda United engages with critical issues like climate justice at a local level.
The club's commitment to this area is shown by creating a dedicated volunteer position reporting to a head of department. This move comes as the team prepares for its next league match, looking to improve on a record of six wins, ten draws, and twelve losses so far. For those interested in the playing squad that this volunteer will indirectly support, details are available on the club's squad page.
Adding a sustainability-focused volunteer is part of building the club's foundations for the future. It’s a longer-term project that runs parallel to the immediate demands of the football season. The initiative aims to ensure Drogheda United remains a positive force in its community, regardless of weekly results on the pitch.
