BALLYMUN JOB CENTRE IS CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR THE POSITION OF
INNOVATION MANAGER
The Ballymun Job Centre (BJC) has a proven track record of
successfully implementing innovative approaches to labour market
access for disadvantaged individuals. The BJC has accessed European
and other funding opportunities to develop, test and implement
innovative approaches and ways of working. The role of Innovation
Manager is to work with the Manager, management team and staff to:
a) identify innovative opportunities
b) develop the opportunities into project applications
c) work on the development of these projects from planning right
through to completion
d) work with the staff to extract lessons from the projects in order
to improve the quality and delivery of the services provided by the
BJC.
THE KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS ROLE ARE:
IDENTIFY AND DEVELOP INNOVATION ? Based on a clear understanding of
the values, strategy and services of the BJC, support staff to
identify innovative, new or different ideas that can be tested and
developed into an application for EU or other funding opportunities.
Identify and nurture new collaborative relationships with stakeholders
relevant to the implementation of current and future EU and other
projects. Keep up to date on new EU/national and other funding calls
and opportunities and work with relevant BJC staff to realise the
potential of those opportunities. Make applications for new funded
projects, in collaboration with the Manager and staff.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT - Oversee the planning, implementation, and
reporting of all contracted EU and other projects. Ensure all projects
are carried out on time and deliver quality outputs and services.
Measure and monitor progress of project partners to ensure delivery of
results. Organise and facilitate stakeholder meetings, awareness
raising events and training sessions. Monitor project stakeholders?
activities and capture all dissemination actions. Participate in
relevant EU Project Meetings.
COMMUNICATION/DISSEMINATION - Promote the EU and other projects
through media, social media, events and seminars. Promote the
successful outputs and outcomes to stakeholders, nationally and
internationally. Effectively communicate internally on developments
within the projects and other projects as they arise.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED - A relevant third level qualification
in European Studies, Social Policy, Psychology, Education/ Training or
a related field is required. Project Management qualification
desirable and beneficial. Experience in developing and implementing
complex projects involving multiple stakeholders. Relevant experience
in developing and maintaining collaborative partnerships. Working
knowledge of the adult, VET and community education and training
sector and employment services in Ireland. Experience delivering first
class written reports and applications. Excellent communication
skills. Proven ability to meet targets and work to deadlines within a
team setting.
THE PERSON SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:
Self-starter, comfortable working without significant direction. Has
the capacity to identify and grow innovative opportunities. A good
team player with enthusiasm, drive, friendliness and approachability.
Responsive and adaptive to a dynamic work environment. High level of
professional responsibility and integrity. Precise methodological
approach with effective organisational and administrative skills.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT - This contract will be initially offered as a
one-year fixed term contract and will be a **Apply on the website**
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of the work may require working unsocial hours i.e. evenings and
weekends plus European travel.
Following shortlisting, successful candidates will be invited to
attend for interview. Garda Vetting will be required on appointment in
line with BJC policy.
TO APPLY
Please forward a letter of application with CV by 5:**Apply on the
website**pm on Friday **Apply on the website**th September **Apply on
the website** to:
Sandra Roche, HR Manager, Ballymun Job Centre, Ground Floor Civic
Centre, Main Street Ballymun, Dublin 9 or email **Apply on the
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_BALLYMUN JOB CENTRE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER._
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Type: Permanent
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