COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICER X2 POSTS
FULL TIME (**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**HRS)
Laois Partnership Company is the local development company for Co.
Laois. Based in Portlaoise, we run a number of state and EU funded
programmes that aim to promote social inclusion, community and rural
development and increase employment and enterprise. As part of our
service, we run a number of programmes that focus on social inclusion
for those living in disadvantage/marginalised communities. We have
been awarded the contract to deliver the Social Inclusion and
Community Activation Programme (SICAP) * and
are now seeking TWO OFFICERS – one with a focus on new communities
and the other with a focus on youth.
This is an exciting time to join our developing organisation and we
are seeking to recruit dynamic, solution focused workers to join our
team.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
* Relevant Level 7 professional qualification e.g., community
development, social sciences, education, or a related field.
* Strong experience in developing and delivering programmes.
* Commitment to community development principles and approaches.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Full clean driving license, Garda Vetting and professional
references will be required for this position.
* At least two years’ paid experience in a community
development/related field.
* Experience of working with marginalised individuals and
communities.
PLEASE SEE JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
TO APPLY:
* Please review the detailed job description for the role.
* Prepare and forward a cover letter outlining your suitability for
the role.
* Submit your letter, with an up to date CV, marked CDEV to **Apply
on the website**
CLOSING DATE: Thursday 8th February *
PLEASE NOTE SHORTLISTING MAY APPLY.
LAOIS PARTNERSHIP COMPANY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
