INTRODUCTION TO AONTAS
OUR VISION:?For all adults to achieve their educational aspirations
through an equitable lifelong learning system.
OUR MISSION:?To advocate for the right of all adults in Ireland to
quality learning throughout their lives, and to promote the value and
benefits of lifelong learning.
OUR MEMBERSHIP:?Growing membership of organisations and individuals
committed to lifelong learning. Our membership includes learners,
tutors, and statutory, nongovernmental, community, and voluntary
organisations from across the island of Ireland.
Established in **Apply on the website**, AONTAS, the National Adult
Learning Organisation, is a non-governmental membership organisation
that promotes that value of adult learning and advocates for the
rights of all adults to quality learning across the tertiary education
system. We have an unwavering commitment to educationally
disadvantaged adults. We offer solutions-focused advocacy that is
evidence-based, drawing on research and our extensive initiatives that
engage with adults who have returned to education. AONTAS is a highly
respected and connected non-governmental organisation at national and
international levels. Our?_STRATEGIC PLAN: A VISION FOR EDUCATIONAL
EQUALITY (**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**)_?is informed by principles of
social justice, feminism, partnership, valuing diversity, advancing
equality and supporting social inclusion. We have expertise in
educational equality, and we advocate strongly for community education
as the most inclusive, yet underfunded, part of the education system.
Our **Apply on the website** Strategic Plan is currently being
developed.
AONTAS is committed to providing a voice for adult learners based on
our vision of learning as being truly lifelong, and takes account of
the myriad benefits of learning to health, personal development,
social engagement and community development. AONTAS advocates for an
inclusive, learner-centred lifelong learning system that enables
adults to have a meaningful learning experience.
POSITION: LEARNER VOICE PROJECT OFFICER
LOCATION:?This role is based in AONTAS, the National Adult Learning
Organisation, **Apply on the website** Main St, Ranelagh, Dublin 6.
AONTAS provides a flexible working approach. Therefore, this role will
allow for both at-home and in-office working through a hybrid work
model.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
To provide administrative, research and event management support to
the Head of Research in the implementation of the National Further
Education and Training Learner Forum.
Administrative, event and research support includes but is not limited
to:
* Support the development and delivery of the National FET Learner
Forum
* Support the organisation of National FET Learner Forum events,
including event execution, facilitator coordination, and the
procurement of venues and transport
* Contribute to the development of National FET Learner Forum
regional and national reports
* Maintain relationships with project stakeholders, including
Education and Training Boards (ETBs), key contacts and learners
* Support the Head of Research and Head of Finance with the
organisation of invoices related to the National FET Learner Forums
* Organise opportunities for adult learners to participate fully at
all AONTAS events and support projects aimed at building capacity for
learners as advocates
* Collaborate with AONTAS communications team to ensure the broad
experiences of adult learners and best practice are shared through a
range of platforms, including the development of press releases, blogs
and learner stories
CONTRIBUTE TO AONTAS:
This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and may vary from time
to time. You will be required to perform such other duties as may
reasonably be required of you by the organisation.
At all times, operate to the highest professional, ethical and
performance standards. This includes adapting effortlessly to changing
circumstances in AONTAS and undertaking, surrendering or realigning
any responsibility, within reason, the CEO requires.
REQUIREMENTS
CORE REQUIREMENTS
* Experience in administrative support
* Knowledge of and/or experience in the further/adult/community
education sector
* Event organisation experience
* Ability to meet deadlines
* Proficient in database management and Microsoft Office packages
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
* Strong written and interpersonal skills
* Proven ability to meet targets and work to deadlines among a team
setting
* Knowledge and/ or experience in the adult and community education
in Ireland
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
* High level of professional responsibility and integrity.
* Ability to multi-task and deliver on multiple priorities.
* Commitment to goals of educational equality and empowerment.
* Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and
stakeholders in a constructive and approachable manner.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
* The Learner Voice Project Officer will work within the Research
Team
* They will report to the Head of Research
BENEFITS
* A collaborative and supportive working environment
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Time Owed in Lieu
* Paid professional development opportunities
* Hybrid work practice (working in the AONTAS office and from home)
* AONTAS offers all staff a rewarding career in an open,
progressive, fast-paced organisation that has a commitment to
education equality for all adults
* We welcome and embrace diversity, new ideas, mutual
accountability, personal and professional growth, learning and
development
* Fair and flexible working conditions
* Opportunities to travel to education-based European events
* AONTAS offers a pension scheme with **Apply on the website**% of
salary contributed by the employer (after probation) with staff
contribution of a minimum of 5%.
* Annual Leave is **Apply on the website** days
The AONTAS Office is open from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday. The basic
working week is **Apply on the website** hrs.
AONTAS Head Office is located in Ranelagh, Dublin 6.
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RECRUITMENT PROCESS
AONTAS uses Workable an online platform software system. Please use
this link to complete your application. Emailed applications will not
be accepted. The Workable link
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
