JOB TITLE: ASSISTANT PROGRAMME DIRECTOR - OUTREACH
DEPARTMENT: Programme
REPORTING TO: Programme Director
DURATION: Full Time Permanent
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THE ROLE
The Assistant Programme Director - Outreach will be responsible to
lead, manage, and oversee all aspects of Barretstown?s Outreach
programmes. This includes virtual programming, hospitals, schools,
community and palliative programmes. They are responsible for the
planning, delivery, budgeting, resourcing, and reporting of these
programmes. They will drive the development and expansion of the
Outreach Department. The Assistant Programme Director - Outreach will
maintain existing relationships and seek opportunities to expand on
these to further support the growth and awareness of these programmes
in hospitals, schools, communities and through the virtual camp
experience. They will recruit, coach and mentor direct reports and
identify opportunities to increase capacity of the Outreach Team to
serve more campers through innovative programming.
This role involves regular travel within Ireland and the UK and
flexibility in working days and hours may be required.
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MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Set annual and strategic targets for Outreach and Virtual
Programmes.
* Create calendar for all relevant programmes in line with annual
objectives.
* Deliver and monitor targets and put in place gap closing plans as
required.
* Manage budget and evaluate opportunities to reduce spend.
* Actively contribute to the overall strategy of Barretstown through
the MAP Forum.
* Identify opportunities to serve more children through outreach
programmes and implement new programmes.
* Maintain and develop positive working relationship with hospital
personnel.
* Identify opportunities to promote awareness and engagement of
programmes to hospitals, schools and volunteers and put plans in place
to execute awareness drives.
* Support the Programme Director in establishing a space in the New
Children's Hospital.
* Liaise with parents, campers, schools, and volunteers to plan and
facilitate School Outreach Programmes & School to Camp Programmes.
* Oversee the development of the School to Camp Programme as an
established Outreach programme.
* Plan and facilitate hospital outreach programmes (HOP) in various
locations around Ireland and the UK ensuring programming is TR
(Therapeutic Recreation) centred and engaging.
* Oversee the virtual camp programmes to be delivered through
Barretstown Live and Social Media channels.
* Oversee Sourcing and ordering of supplies for activity kits.
* Carry out programme evaluations each season.
* Train staff on operating procedures for the studios and for
filming content.
* Coach and develop direct report, set regular **Apply on the
website**?s and provide ongoing feedback.
* Manage the completion and submission of documentation required by
hospitals and schools in line with GDPR.
* Present monthly reports on Programmes.
* Work with the Staff Recruitment Department to recruit volunteers.
* Oversee, manage, and support the volunteers in programme delivery
in conjunction with HR.
* Maintain and update all Outreach and Virtual Policies and
Procedures.
* Work with the Hospital Outreach Programmes Steering Group to
support and assist the development of HOP research.
* Be an active member of the Serious Fun Children?s Network
sharing resources and supporting Outreach Programmes where possible
(e.g., fellowship programme, peer visits, conference presentations
etc.).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
* Is an effective leader and a positive driver for change.
* Continually strives to improve service delivery with excellent
influencing and negotiation skills.
* Demonstrates the ability to work independently as well as work
with a wider organisational team in an ever-changing environment.
* Possesses the ability to explain, advocate and express facts and
ideas in a convincing manner, and actively liaise with individuals and
groups internally and externally.
* Is personally committed and motivated for this role.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* A demonstrable understanding of how to deliver high levels of
customer service and care.
* Excellent project management skills with the ability to work to
deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
* Ability to work in a team environment.
* Ability to work in line with Barretstown?s core values and
behaviours at all times.
* Full driving license
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
* Experience in facilitating Therapeutic Recreation programmes.
* Camp programme experience desirable but not essential.
BENEFITS
* Permanent position (subject to probationary period)
* Pension
* Healthcare
* Privilege days & Service days
* Laptop
TO APPLY PLEASE SEND YOUR CV AND COVER LETTER TO **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 9TH APRIL.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
