JOB TITLE
Research Officer (Learner Initiatives) (2 Year Fixed term Contract)
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
To provide research, administrative, and policy support to the
delivery of learner research initiatives including the delivery of the
National Further Education and Training Learner Forum.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Research Officer (Learner Initiatives) will work directly with the
Head of Research to deliver the organisations learner research
initiatives by:
SUPPORTING THE DELIVERY OF THE NATIONAL FET LEARNER FORUM
* Working with the Project Officer and Research Officer (Learner
Voice) to deliver all National FET Learner Forum events.
* Developing reports from all regional and national FET Learner
Forum events.
* Delivering and analysing large-scale learner survey data.
* Designing effective reporting structures for learners and key
stakeholders in the adult learning sector.
* Collaborating with AONTAS communications team to ensure the broad
experiences of adult learners and best practices are shared through a
range of platforms.
SUPPORTING THE DELIVERY OF LEARNER INFORMED PUBLICATIONS
* Working with the AONTAS Advocacy Team to develop learner-informed
policy papers.
* Expanding the delivery of all Forum learner research into top
quality academic and policy outputs.
* Ensuring AONTAS learner research responds to emerging learner
needs.
COLLABORATING WITH STAKEHOLDERS TO PROMOTE AND EXPAND LEARNER RESEARCH
INITIATIVES
* Presenting AONTAS learner research work at national and
international events.
* Publishing AONTAS learner research work in national and
international peer-review publications.
* Attending policy and research events related to AONTAS
learner-research initiatives.
* Supporting the delivery of new learner research initiatives.
CONTRIBUTE TO AONTAS
At all times, operate to the highest professional, ethical and
performance standards. This includes adapting effortlessly to changing
circumstances in AONTAS and undertaking, surrendering or realigning
any responsibility, within reason, the CEO requires. This list of
responsibilities is not exhaustive and may vary from time to time, to
provide for change.
MEASURES OF SUCCESS
Effectively provide administrative and research support for the
implementation of the National Further Education and Training Learner
Forum and other AONTAS learner voice activities.
THE JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE AS FOLLOWS:
CORE REQUIREMENTS
* A Level 9 Degree or higher on the Irish National Framework of
Qualifications is essential, preferably in the field of social science
* Experience in research analysis, report development, and
publications
* Experience in academic editing and/or editorial work
* Experience working developing research for policy initiatives
* Knowledge of and/or experience in the further/adult/community
education sector
* Ability to meet deadlines
* Proficient in research database management and Microsoft Office
packages
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
* Experience in the development and delivery of large-scale mixed
methods research
* Strong written and interpersonal skills
* Experience with public speaking and stakeholder engagement
* Proven ability to meet targets and work to deadlines among a team
setting
* Peer-review publication history
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
* Commitment to goals of educational equality and empowerment
* High level of professional responsibility and integrity
* Proven ability to meet deadlines and multi-task
* Strong organisations skills and personal initiative
* An eye for detail
* Ability to work effectively on a team to deliver common objectives
* Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and
stakeholders in a constructive and approachable manner
BENEFITS:
This a temporary (fixed term) employment contract for **Apply on the
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offers an attractive pension scheme. AONTAS provides an income
protection scheme for staff. Annual leave is **Apply on the website**
days. The AONTAS Office is open from 9.**Apply on the website** am to
5.**Apply on the website** pm Monday to Friday. However, the AONTAS
team is currently working remotely until the end of **Apply on the
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between online and in-person.
LINE MANAGER: The Research Officer?s direct line manager is the Head
of Research. Ultimate reporting is to the CEO of AONTAS.
LOCATION: AONTAS, 2nd Floor, **Apply on the website** Main Street,
Ranelagh, Dublin 6 (Currently remote)
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The closing date for applications for this role is Thursday **Apply on
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First and second interviews, if required will take place 2nd - 3rd
September, and on the 7th -8th September **Apply on the website**.
Please apply through the following link with a letter of motivation
and your CV, and answering the questions as set out in the Workable
application.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
