WE ARE NOW RECRUITING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CO-ORDINATOR FOR TRAVELLERS IN EAST CORK.
Cumann na Daoine are now recruiting for the position of Co-Ordinator
for the East Cork Traveller project.? This post is funded for **Apply
on the website** hours weekly and these hours will be worked over a
four-day period each week.
JOB SPECIFICATION
* The main aim of this work is to establish the East Cork Traveller
Project as an independent Traveller led project. Duties will include:
* Becoming familiar with the East Cork Traveller Strategy and all
relevant supporting documentation.
* Building relationships with Traveller families in East Cork and
supporting active Traveller participation.
* Build relationships with other service providers and community
organisations.
* Developing capacity building programmes with groups of Traveller
women and men in East Cork, e.g. development of Traveller groups,
spaces and projects.
* Outreach to Traveller men living in East Cork and facilitate them
to participate in traveller health initiatives.
* Support the promotion of Traveller Culture Awareness Training
(TCAT) in East Cork.
* Encourage engagement in leadership programmes and
events/activities for East Cork Travellers
* Ensure strong project/Traveller representation on interagency
committees, i.e. Regional Accommodation Committee, ITM accommodation
working group, Cork-Kerry Traveller Health Unit and Minceir Whiden,
etc.
* Implement the East Cork Traveller's strategic plan in
collaboration with stakeholders and an existing team.
IN ADDITION TO THE DUTIES OUTLINED ABOVE THE CO-ORDINATOR WILL ALSO
HAVE RESPONSIBILITY FOR:
* Preparing regular monthly progress reports and the keeping of
appropriate financial records/accounts.
* Completing funding applications on behalf of the ECT project as
appropriate.
* Work in close co-operation with other Traveller organisations
across the city/county both locally and nationally
* Support and supervision of the Traveller Community Development
Worker, Health Worker and other staff contracted or recruited into the
project.
The co-ordinator will be responsible to the ECT Steering Committee
Group and will report to Cumann Na Daoine for development and HR
support. A quarterly work plan will be agreed with the East Cork
Traveller Steering Group and members of this Steering Group will
support the work.
The work will be delivered using the principles of community
development by focusing on the social determinants of health and from
an anti-racism/ anti-discriminatory practice.
The post is funded and supported by the HSE Traveller Health Unit for
Cork and Kerry.
_WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND THIS POST IS OPEN TO THOSE
INTERESTED IN JOB SHARING, PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME ? MEN AND WOMEN.
APPLICATIONS FROM MEMBERS OF THE TRAVELLER COMMUNITY ARE PARTICULARLY
WELCOME. SHORT-LISTING WILL APPLY._
REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL SKILLS.
* A minimum of 5 years community development experience/or
qualifications in community development or related disciplines.
* A proven ability in community development work and supporting
leadership skills.
* An understanding of Traveller community development work
specifically.
* Experience of implementing strategy within a community development
setting.
* An understanding of the challenges faced by the Traveller
community.
* Experience of facilitating and leading groups.
* Experience of developing funding applications, adhering to
deadlines and compliance with relevant reporting systems.
* To promote Traveller culture and identity.
* Understanding of anti racist and anti-discriminatory practices.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a
team.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with
multiple stakeholders.
* Good IT skills (Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
* Good organisational skills and ability to work on own initiative.
* Access to car and own clean driving licence.
* Ability to write clear and succinct reports.
* Willing to work flexible hours including evenings.
DESIRABLE
* Participation in professional development in relevant courses.
* Experience of co-ordinating events.
* Advocacy and networking skills.
* Knowledge and understanding of social issues.
Salary ?**Apply on the website**,**Apply on the website** pro rata.
APPLICATIONS.
To apply for the position, please forward a C.V. and cover letter to
**Apply on the website**
To reach us no later than 5pm, Friday **Apply on the website**th
November **Apply on the website**.
Please? write ?ECT Position? in the subject bar of the email.
Alternatively, send your CV and cover letter to:
Angela Glen, Community Development Co-Ordinator, Cumann na Daoine,
Catherine Street, Youghal, Co Cork.
CUMANN NA DAOINE, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECT, YOUGHAL.
WE ARE NOW RECRUITING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CO-ORDINATOR FOR TRAVELLERS IN EAST CORK.
Cumann na Daoine are now recruiting for the position of Co-Ordinator
for the East Cork Traveller project.? This post is funded for **Apply
on the website** hours weekly and these hours will be worked over a
four-day period each week.
JOB SPECIFICATION
* The main aim of this work is to establish the East Cork Traveller
Project as an independent Traveller led project. Duties will include:
* Becoming familiar with the East Cork Traveller Strategy and all
relevant supporting documentation.
* Building relationships with Traveller families in East Cork and
supporting active Traveller participation.
* Build relationships with other service providers and community
organisations.
* Developing capacity building programmes with groups of Traveller
women and men in East Cork, e.g. development of Traveller groups,
spaces and projects.
* Outreach to Traveller men living in East Cork and facilitate them
to participate in traveller health initiatives.
* Support the promotion of Traveller Culture Awareness Training
(TCAT) in East Cork.
* Encourage engagement in leadership programmes and
events/activities for East Cork Travellers
* Ensure strong project/Traveller representation on interagency
committees, i.e. Regional Accommodation Committee, ITM accommodation
working group, Cork-Kerry Traveller Health Unit and Minceir Whiden,
etc.
* Implement the East Cork Traveller's strategic plan in
collaboration with stakeholders and an existing team.
IN ADDITION TO THE DUTIES OUTLINED ABOVE THE CO-ORDINATOR WILL ALSO
HAVE RESPONSIBILITY FOR:
* Preparing regular monthly progress reports and the keeping of
appropriate financial records/accounts.
* Completing funding applications on behalf of the ECT project as
appropriate.
* Work in close co-operation with other Traveller organisations
across the city/county both locally and nationally
* Support and supervision of the Traveller Community Development
Worker, Health Worker and other staff contracted or recruited into the
project.
The co-ordinator will be responsible to the ECT Steering Committee
Group and will report to Cumann Na Daoine for development and HR
support. A quarterly work plan will be agreed with the East Cork
Traveller Steering Group and members of this Steering Group will
support the work.
The work will be delivered using the principles of community
development by focusing on the social determinants of health and from
an anti-racism/ anti-discriminatory practice.
The post is funded and supported by the HSE Traveller Health Unit for
Cork and Kerry.
_WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND THIS POST IS OPEN TO THOSE
INTERESTED IN JOB SHARING, PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME ? MEN AND WOMEN.
APPLICATIONS FROM MEMBERS OF THE TRAVELLER COMMUNITY ARE PARTICULARLY
WELCOME. SHORT-LISTING WILL APPLY._
REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL SKILLS.
* A minimum of 5 years community development experience/or
qualifications in community development or related disciplines.
* A proven ability in community development work and supporting
leadership skills.
* An understanding of Traveller community development work
specifically.
* Experience of implementing strategy within a community development
setting.
* An understanding of the challenges faced by the Traveller
community.
* Experience of facilitating and leading groups.
* Experience of developing funding applications, adhering to
deadlines and compliance with relevant reporting systems.
* To promote Traveller culture and identity.
* Understanding of anti racist and anti-discriminatory practices.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a
team.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with
multiple stakeholders.
* Good IT skills (Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
* Good organisational skills and ability to work on own initiative.
* Access to car and own clean driving licence.
* Ability to write clear and succinct reports.
* Willing to work flexible hours including evenings.
DESIRABLE
* Participation in professional development in relevant courses.
* Experience of co-ordinating events.
* Advocacy and networking skills.
* Knowledge and understanding of social issues.
Salary ?**Apply on the website**,**Apply on the website** pro rata.
APPLICATIONS.
To apply for the position, please forward a C.V. and cover letter to
**Apply on the website**
To reach us no later than 5pm, Friday **Apply on the website**th
November **Apply on the website**.
Please? write ?ECT Position? in the subject bar of the email.
Alternatively, send your CV and cover letter to:
Angela Glen, Community Development Co-Ordinator, Cumann na Daoine,
Catherine Street, Youghal, Co Cork.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
