COMMUNITY SUPPORT OFFICER ? PART TIME
(MATERNITY COVER ? 9 MONTHS)
_Arthritis Ireland is the national patient organisation representing
one million people living with arthritis in this country. Our vision
is of a better life for people living with arthritis today; a world
without arthritis tomorrow. Arthritis Ireland is working in
communities across the country providing education and support to help
people effectively manage their own condition, to remove the pain and
social isolation caused by the disease and to ensure people remain
active and doing the things they love. We actively drive grassroots
advocacy so that the voice of people with arthritis is heard and
understood, as well as investing in research to find better treatments
and ultimately a cure._
ABOUT THIS ROLE
Key to the delivery of our services is our active presence in the
community and with this, coordinating and promoting?courses for
people living with arthritis. As Community Support Officer you will be
the frontline link for our suite of courses, including coordinating
?Be Active with Arthritis? ? 6-week exercise class delivered by
a chartered physiotherapist and ?Behind the Pain? ? 6-week
mental health programme. The ability to communicate and integrate with
other organisations/individuals for the development of these courses
is paramount.
In addition, you will be responsible for the roll out and coordination
of new Arthritis Ireland information stands in Rheumatology clinics
around Ireland.
The role is ideal for a solid all-rounder who has skills and
experience in dealing with multi-tasking and volunteers, organising
events, creating and delivering training courses, and marketing. The
successful candidate must be able to hit the ground running and be
capable of managing projects without supervision. We value
flexibility, attention to detail, bright ideas and willingness to go
the extra mile. The ability to communicate and integrate with other
members of the team and a wide variety of external supporters and
volunteers is also an integral part to this role.
THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION IS
WEDNESDAY **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**TH APRIL. PLEASE SEND LETTER AND C.V
TO MARTINA BLAKE, SERVICES MANAGER AT **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
SUBJECT: CSO MATERNITY COVER
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Planning, organising and promoting physiotherapy led 6-week
exercise courses, Be Active with Arthritis, online and in person
* Planning, organising and promoting psychotherapist-facilitated
6-week mental health programme ?Behind the Pain?, online and in
person
* Auditing Arthritis Ireland information stands in Rheumatology
clinics and coordinating project for new stands, including purchasing
and organising delivery of same
* Reviewing stock and introducing updated systems to ensure these
stands are?kept fully stocked?
* Coordinating and reviewing key contacts in all rheumatology
clinics?
* Organising arthritis information events
* Developing grant applications and reports
* Budgeting and invoice tracking
* Assisting in organising national and regional meetings (4 per
year) as required
* Compiling plans, surveys and reports on activities
* Ordering and dispatching materials and merchandise
* Dealing with phone and email enquiries relating to projects
* Writing and updating website, magazine and e-zine content relating
to volunteers
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
* A minimum of 3 years professional experience with excellent
administration and IT skills
* A minimum of 2 years professional experience of working at
grassroots or community level
* At least 1 years? experience of supporting and stewarding
volunteers
SKILLS REQUIRED
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Experience of developing, coordinating, and delivering training
seminars
* Excellent computer skills, with good understanding of presentation
development, creative and print processes
* Demonstrated experience of organising and coordinating events
* Budget tracking and updating
* Experience of developing communications materials (ability to use
Adobe Photoshop for design of posters and fliers a bonus)
* Excellent written skills- including report writing (grant
application writing a bonus)
* Experience of working with databases
* A full driving licence is essential for this position
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
* Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously and deliver
fully completed projects
* Excellent attention to detail
* Creativity
* Ability and willingness to attend meetings, event and networking
opportunities outside of normal business hours
GENERAL DETAILS
* REPORT TO: Services Manager
* HOURS: **Apply on the website** hours per week - In addition, this
role will involve some weekend and evening work.
* SALARY: ?**Apply on the website**,**Apply on the website**
* BASED: Arthritis Ireland, 1 Clanwilliam Square, Grand Canal Quay,
Dublin 2.
_ARTHRITIS IRELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER._
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
