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JOB TITLE: Policy Officer
LOCATIONS: Irish Farm Centre, Bluebell, Dublin **Apply on the
website** (hybrid model of working)
CONTRACT TYPE: 3 month contract
REPORTING TO: Chief Executive Officer
HOURS: **Apply on the website**.5 Hours per week
ABOUT MACRA NA FEIRME
Macra na Feirme is a vibrant, independent, non-profit, national
voluntary organisation for rural young people and young farmers
between the ages of **Apply on the website** and **Apply on the
website** engaged in youth development and training. The organisation
consists of a nationwide network of clubs which support a range of
activities in agriculture, sport, travel, public speaking and
performing arts.
Macra na Feirme is committed to the personal development of members
and puts emphasis on social interaction and participation.
Macra na Feirme employs **Apply on the website** staff and involves
hundreds of volunteers on a weekly and monthly basis in the delivery
of services to members through almost **Apply on the website** clubs
across the country.
Macra na Feirme is a registered charity and is supported by a
combination of statutory, agricultural industry and corporate funding.
Macra na Feirme is an equal opportunity employer.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are recruiting for a Temporary Policy Officer to assist in the
development and delivery of policy to best represent our **Apply on
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The successful candidate for this role will be required to work with
the Senior Policy Officer, in addition to several of our standing
committees to develop and deliver accurate, pertinent and inciteful
policy that reflect the needs of our sector.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
The successful candidate will be required:
_JOB DESCRIPTION_
* Ongoing needs analysis for the industry to assist in the production
of the policy plan
* Ongoing liaison along with the senior policy officer with the
standing committees of Macra na Feirme and the president of Macra na
Feirme
* Work with internal stakeholders in the development of specific
sectoral policies as required
* Maintain relationships with external bodies.
* Prepare applications as required
_PERSON SPECIFICATION_
The ideal candidate will:
* Be an excellent and confident communicator
* Be highly motivated self starter
* Have excellent leadership, time management and communication
skills
* Understand and exude the value of teamwork, with the ability to
work well on one?s one initiative as part of a small dynamic team
* Highly creative and innovative
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
* Knowledge and experience in the Agriculture Sector
* Bachelor?s degree in an Agri related discipline, or relevant
experience supplemented with an equivalent qualification.
* A passion for farming.
* Knowledge of the range of roles and skills required within the
Agricultural industry.
* An understanding of the various stakeholders within the
Agricultural sector.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* An excellent team worker with a strong sense of autonomy and the
ability to work on own initiative.
* A forward thinker, ideas generator and solution driven.
* A demonstrated commitment to equality and diversity issues.
* The capability to interface confidently with the all stakeholders
is a key element of the role.
* An ability to prioritise tasks and projects and learn in a dynamic
environment.
* Ability to handle confidential matters with utmost integrity
* Excellent people management and relationship management skills
* Experience of working with Senior Management and at Board level
* Full clean driving license
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
LOCATION: Irish Farm Centre, Bluebell, Dublin **Apply on the website**
(hybrid model of working).
SALARY: Subject to experience.
CONTRACT: Macra na Feirme is initially offering a three month contract
ANNUAL LEAVE: **Apply on the website** working days exclusive of
public holidays (pro-rata).
TRAVEL & SUBSISTENCE: Travel & subsistence will be paid at public
sector rates.
TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT: Macra na Feirme provides regular opportunities
for training, development and upskilling
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE: Macra na Feirme operate an Employee Assistance
Programme for all employees.
THE SELECTION PROCESS
_HOW TO APPLY_
Applications must be made sending a comprehensive CV and cover-letter
by email to **Apply on the website** on or before **Apply on the
website** Aug **Apply on the website**
_SELECTION PROCESS_
The Selection Process may include:
* shortlisting of candidates, on the basis of the information
contained in their application which demonstrates whether they meet
the requirements for the role;
* video interview;
* competitive interview(s) which will be informed by requirements of
the role.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
