Three-time All-Ireland winning manager Mickey Harte will become the new joint-manager of the Offaly senior football team.
Harte will co-manage the team with current boss Declan Kelly for a three-year term.
“Harte's genuine interest in Offaly GAA and his wealth of experience is what football in the county needs says Offaly chairperson Michael Duignan.
Harte stepped down as Derry manager in July following one season in charge during; were he won Division One of the Allianz National League before a disappointing championship.
Between 2020 and 2023, Harte managed Louth, following his 17 years in charge of the Tyrone senior team.
Harte had also been linked to the vacant management position in Monaghan.