EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY AT MEATH PARTNERSHIP
INTEGRATION & COMMUNITY EVENTS OFFICER (TWO PART-TIME, FIXED-TERM
CONTRACTS)
THE POSITIONS
The successful candidates will play a pivotal role in facilitating the
delivery of the Meath Community Volunteers Programme. Primary
responsibilities include organising volunteers to participate in
various local community events across the County. Additionally, the
successful candidates will collaborate with new arrivals and
International Protection Applicants (IPAs) to foster their engagement
in volunteering activities within their local communities. These roles
demands strong relationship-building skills to cultivate partnerships
across different levels and identify opportunities for future
collaborations.
These positions offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful
impact on local communities while fostering social inclusion and civic
participation. If you are passionate about community engagement and
have the skills to coordinate volunteer events effectively, we
encourage you to apply.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Reporting to the Meath Volunteer Centre Manager and Chief Executive
Officer thereafter, the Integration & Community Events Officers will
be directly responsible for the following duties:
* Organising information sessions and workshops to educate migrants
and IPAs on the benefits of volunteering and on how to get involved in
their community.
* Collaborating with Volunteer Involving Organisations (VIOs) to
create volunteer opportunities, specifically tailored to the needs of
individuals residing in accommodation centres.
* Providing ongoing support and guidance to migrants and IPAs who
would like to volunteer, including navigating the volunteer
application process and connecting with appropriate VIOs.
* Providing ongoing support and mentorship to new volunteers to
ensure they feel valued and empowered in their roles.
* Developing a network of support among volunteers, including social
events and activities to foster a sense of belonging and community.
* Monitoring and evaluating the impact of migrant and IPA volunteers
in various projects and initiatives, and providing feedback and
recognition for their contributions.
* Seeking feedback from migrants and IPA volunteers to improve the
volunteer experience and make adjustments to better support their
engagement and retention.
* Coordinating the Centre's Community Volunteers Programme,
including recruitment, training, and supervision of volunteers.
* Organising and administering the participation of volunteers in
local community events.
* Working closely with new arrivals and IPAs to facilitate their
integration into volunteering through Community Volunteer Events.
* Developing and maintaining strong relationships with community
stakeholders, organisations, and agencies to identify and leverage
collaborative opportunities for the Community Volunteers Programme.
* Providing support and guidance to volunteers, new arrivals, and
IPAs to ensure their successful engagement in the Community Volunteers
Programme.
* Assisting in the design and implementation of internal strategies
to enhance volunteer participation and community engagement.
* Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the Community
Volunteers Programme; providing regular reports and recommendations
for improvement.
* Updating and managing the Community Volunteers CRM system.
* Managing social media posts for each Community Volunteers event
and documenting promotional activities.
* Collaborating with the wider Volunteer Centre team to promote the
values and mission of the organisation through community engagement
initiatives.
This job description is intended to outline the key accountabilities
and responsibilities attaching to this position. It is not intended to
be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or activities to
be attended to. A flexible approach to project or company related
tasks which may arise and which are not specifically detailed in this
job description will be required.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
* Proven experience in volunteer management, community engagement,
or a related field.
* Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for collaboration
and partnership development.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
* Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including
new communities and IPAs.
* Excellent organisational and time-management skills with
experience of working in a fast-paced environment and to monthly
deadlines.
* High levels of accuracy and veracity with evidence of being
precise, accurate and detail oriented.
* IT literate in CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
* Self-motivated, capable of independently organising and delivering
on comprehensive work plans and objectives.
* Solution-oriented, results-driven, and dynamic in approaching the
role.
DESIRABLE SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE
* Relevant qualification in Social Work, Community Development,
Non-profit Management or other related field.
* Experience in event management and delivery.
* Strong commitment to the values of community participation, social
inclusion, and diversity.
* Additional EU languages are an asset.
* Experience in the management of sensitive data and confidential
information.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Two part-time, fixed-term positions are available, working **Apply on
the website** hours per week.
The nature of the work will require working some unsocial hours i.e.
evenings and weekends. Access to own transport is essential. This post
may be subject to Garda Vetting in line with Meath Partnerships
policy.
DURATION
This is a fixed-term contract, concluding on the **Apply on the
website**st December *. Any extension to the
contract of employment will be subject to the availability of funding.
SALARY
The salary on offer is € *,**Apply on the
website**. * per annum (pro-rata).
LEAVE
The annual leave entitlement is twenty ( *) days
per annum, pro-rata for shorter periods. Entitlement to leave for
Public Holidays is in accordance with the terms of the Organisation of
Working Time Act *. Meath Partnership closes
for five (5) days at Christmas; this time is additional to the annual
leave entitlement detailed above.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, please submit the following to **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**:
* A brief cover letter including personal statement demonstrating
how you meet the above mentioned requirements for the position (no
more than * words) which must communicate your
relevant experience
* A curriculum vitae summarising your qualifications and work
experience to date.
Applications should be clearly marked “Integration & Community
Events Officer”.
Applicants will be shortlisted on the basis of information provided in
their application.
CLOSING DATE: The closing date for applications is 5pm on Wednesday,
*th March * with
interviews to take place the week of *th March.
Late applications will not be considered.
_MEATH PARTNERSHIP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER. _
_ALL INFORMATION WILL BE HELD IN LINE WITH MEATH PARTNERSHIPS GDPR
POLICIES._
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