CAMPUS ENGAGE OFFICER, 6 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT
The Irish Universities Association (IUA) is the representative body of
the university sector.
We now invite applications for a 6-month full-time contract position
of Campus Engage Officer to support the Head of Campus Engage with the
implementation of Campus Engage Work Plans. The main objective of
Campus Engage is to support HEI staff, students, civic and civil
society organisation (CSO) to embed, scale and promote civic and
community engagement across community engaged learning, and student
volunteering for societal impact.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Working as part of a small dynamic team, the successful candidate will
support the Head of Campus Engage by:
* Management and implementation of the Campus Engage- National Forum
for Enhancement of Teaching and Learning Digital Badge for Community
Engaged Learning (CEL);
* Act as a central point of contact for student support; liaising
with the Course Facilitators and NFETL staff;
* Promotion, organisation, scheduling of Online CEL Courses Nov-
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* Act as a central point of contact for any edits/updates to Online
CEL Courses
* Coordinate Campus Engage national events;
* Supporting studentvolunteer.ie on system development, public
awareness events and best practice tools;
* Create content and update the Campus Engage website and Twitter
pages with relevant news stories;
* Providing administrative and communications support to the Campus
Engage Working Groups;
* Initiating and implementing working group project tasks;
* Prepare minutes and/or support PowerPoint presentations for
project meetings;
* Develop and disseminate Campus Engage reports and briefing papers;
* Liaising with other third-party organisations as required;
* Supporting the Head of Campus Engage with any other tasks as
required from time to time.
This is an ideal opportunity for a passionate, innovative, and
achievement-focused team player, with the ability to make things
happen autonomously. The role would be an ideal starter position for
an ambitious graduate who wants to build experience in a dynamic and
multi-faceted project environment.
CANDIDATE SKILLS AND ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES
* A primary degree and at minimum three years? experience in a
similar role;
* A proven interest in civic, community engagement and social
innovation;
* Excellent, facilitation, organisational and interpersonal skills;
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with good
attention to detail;
* Strong online content management system capabilities;
* Knowledge of latest online technologies Mailchimp, Canva, Survey
Monkey and Eventbrite and social media;
* Ability to multi-task in a deadline driven environment;
* Experience working within a team, as well as working on own
initiative;
* An excellent problem solver.
CONTRACT DETAILS
The position of Campus Engage Officer will ordinarily be based at the
IUA (in line with public health guidelines in relation to the
Covid-**Apply on the website** pandemic) with some capacity for remote
working.? The position is offered on a full-time basis, **Apply on
the website**.5 hours per week, 6-month fixed term contract, subject
to a period of probation and meeting on-going performance
requirements. It offers an excellent career opportunity for a
positive, innovative and dynamic graduate professional. Salary up to
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pro rata for the 6-month contract commensurate with experience will be
offered.
A secondment arrangement for existing public-sector employees may be
possible, subject to concluding an appropriate agreement between the
IUA and the candidate?s current employer. The role will require some
travel within Ireland. The IUA offers flexible working arrangements to
all team members.
APPLICATION DETAILS
Please forward a detailed but concise CV and cover letter (max **Apply
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listed above, by email by November **Apply on the website**th, **Apply
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Tel. **Apply on the website**
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
