Job Description
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
Lead on rolling out our re-engagement plan with PALs, CarePALs and PPALs in line with our strategy, mission and vision and ensure that these initiatives are further developed, supported and appropriately resourced.
Develop a strong working relationship with and act as Age & Opportunity’s main point of contact with all PALs initiative participants.
Conduct on-site visits to PALs groups on a regular basis.
Assist in setting up a register of participants on our database, and maintain this database, extracting reports from database system as required.
Organise and keep records of workshops, gatherings and networking events, and arrange refresher workshops when they fall due.
Set up an award system for PALs and PPALs.
Develop new and maintain existing stakeholder relationships with a range of agencies and organisations.
Promote awareness of PALs initiatives and their activities, working with our Communications Manager, including producing and designing regular newsletters for participants. Keep participants informed about all Age & Opportunity programmes and initiatives particularly those that may enhance their activities.
Organise and contribute to the organisation of events including training activities, seminars or conferences in conjunction with the Active Programme Manager and the Communications Manager.
Assist in the recruitment and training of participants nationally in conjunction with the wider Active programme team and local agencies. Identify further training opportunities for participants.
Work closely with our Policy, Research and Evaluation Manager on evaluations of our PALs initiatives.
Other Responsibilities:
Ensure adherence to legislation, regulations and defined quality standards on all projects undertaken.
Follow the policies and procedures outlined in Age & Opportunity’s Employee Handbook, Policies and Procedures Manual, Internal Financial Controls and Procedures and Safety Statement.
Commit to the purpose of Age & Opportunity, and work within the values of the organisation.
Participate in regular supervision with your line manager.
Actively participate in full team meetings.
Show reasonable flexibility in relation to hours of attendance to meet the needs of the work. Work during unsocial hours may be required.
Have a flexible approach to the work in response to organisational change, development and review of best practice.
Participate in and engage with a performance management programme.
Identify training needs with your line manager and participate in training opportunities appropriate to the role.
Contribute as an active member of the Age & Opportunity team, to the development and support of other initiatives within the organisation where relevant.
Promote and represent Age & Opportunity on committees and at events as requested.
Operate within agreed budgets seeking authorisation for expenditure and be accountable for such expenditure authorised and ensure the appropriate coding of expenses.
Provide written reports as per deadlines requested.
Undertake any other tasks as will from time to time be requested
Person Specification
This person specification sets out the various criteria which are desirable or essential for the post and by which we will assess your application.
Education – desirable
A third level qualification in a relevant field is desirable.
Experience – essential
Experience in project and people management and stakeholder engagement.
Experience in developing and managing similar initiatives.
At least 2 years’ experience in the area of health and wellbeing, physical activity or sport.
At least 2 years’ administration experience.
Experience in using a CRM system, preferably Salesforce.
Strong interest in the area of older people’s health, physical activity or sport.
Skills – essential
A team player with good interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with a range of people.
Excellent administration skills.
An ability to analyse information and communicate in a concise and articulate manner.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong project management and organisation skills, as well as attention to detail.
High level computer literacy and competency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
An ability to administer a CRM system, preferably Salesforce.
A full drivers licence and use of a car is essential for this position.
Remuneration and Benefits
The salary for this position is in the range of €37,000 to €40,000, depending on the level of experience.
Age & Opportunity offers the following benefits in addition to salary:
Excellent working conditions in our Dublin office with a hybrid working model in place.
Flexible working arrangements.
An 8% employer’s contribution to pension (subject to a minimum 4% employee contribution).
Annual leave of 24 days.
Paid Maternity / Adoptive leave after 12 months’ service.
Closure of the office on Good Friday and Christmas Eve (gift days).
Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programme.
Opportunity to avail of continuous professional development training specific to the role as deemed appropriate.
Travel (bike to work scheme, tax saver commuter tickets).
The complete list of terms and conditions will be made available to the candidate offered the role.
To apply:
Please send your CV and cover letter, outlining how you match the above criteria, by email to jobs@ageandopportunity.ie
Deadline for receipt of applications is Thursday the 18th of May at 5pm.
Interviews will be held on Thursday the 1st of June.