FAIRTRADE IRELAND: PART-TIME SENIOR ORGANISATIONAL SYSTEMS SUPPORT
OFFICER (3 DAYS A WEEK)
REPORTING TO: Executive Director
LOCATION: Dublin, some work from home by agreement
SALARY: Negotiable depending on experience
BACKGROUND
Fairtrade Ireland works to promote fair trading practices between
Ireland and developing countries. It is a founder member of Fairtrade
International.
Fairtrade Ireland is a not-for-profit non-governmental organisation
established in **Apply on the website** and our main activities
include: Fairtrade business development and education and advocacy to
raise public awareness of Fairtrade in Ireland.
FUNCTION
The functions of the job are to;
* support the implementation of organisational systems and platforms
across a range of activity areas including; administration systems,
technical platforms, reporting and compliance systems
* support the Executive Director with delivery of specific
project-based work as agreed
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Support implementation of key organisational systems and platforms.
These systems include; office management and information systems,
(Microsoft **Apply on the website**) databases, project management
system, Salesforce CRM, and identify others as necessary.
* Coordinate specific project activities to enhance organisational
performance, compliance and governance. These project activities can
include, identifying training supports, internal report writing,
liaison with statuary bodies and project collaboration with colleagues
internationally.
* Liaise with a small number of colleagues to ensure the
Organisational System Support work is both aligned supporting the
organisations objectives and strategies.
* Liaise with relevant service provides and colleagues in other
Fairtrade organisations on systems innovation and implementation.
* Some office administration tasks required
Other duties as may be required by the Manager.
KEY COMPETENCIES
Essential:
* Fluent knowledge of main electronic systems and platforms (see
above)
* Quick learner with a focus on achieving measurable outcomes
* Self-starter with the ability to work on own initiative
* Excellent people, communication and influencing skills
* Adaptive and flexible in handling multiple priorities
Desirable:
* Openness, passion and sectoral expertise
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE
Qualifications-
* Relevant third level qualification required and/or relevant work
experience
Experience-
Essential
* 5 (+) years specific job-related knowledge and experience and/or
other relevant sector knowledge.
* Track record of managing of organisational performance, compliance
and/or governance related work.
* An ability to work in a high-pressure environment
* Good working knowledge of the voluntary and NGO sector
* Experience of working in a small flexible team
* Understanding of Fairtrade issues including development and trade
Desirable
* A high degree of emotional intelligence
* A track record of volunteering in the voluntary/NGO sector
* A proven passion for social and environmental justice
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
* Some travel requirements
* Full driving license with access to a vehicle an advantage
* Some evening and weekend work required
* Availability to work flexible hours
_This job description is intended as a summary of the primary
responsibilities and qualifications for this position. The job
description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual
in this position might be asked to perform or that may be required to
do either now or in the future._
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please send your CV and a cover letter to Peter Gaynor at **Apply on
the website** by 5pm on Friday **Apply on the website**th September.
Please mention ?Organisational Systems Support Officer? in the
email subject and include your full name in the file names.
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. ONLY
SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED for an interview. If you do
not hear back from us, unfortunately your application has not been
selected.
_FAIRTRADE IRELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER_
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Type: Permanent
Payment:
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