Purpose of the job:
The successful candidate will join the Social Inclusion Community Activation Programme (SICAP) team in delivering a range of employment supports and services to disadvantaged individuals and jobseekers in County Meath. In respect of inclusion the SICAP Programme covers a broad range of thematic areas and issues. Candidates will be expected to be dynamic and flexible in their approach to work.

Main Duties to be delivered include:
Direct delivery of SICAP programme supports and services to jobseekers under Goal 2 of the programme
Organise and facilitate training programmes and workshops in line with clients’ needs including career guidance, education, job training, start your own business, social media and employment placement.
Establish relationships with local employers and agencies through business development and marketing campaigns to assist in the placement and progression of your job seeking clients.
Organise, facilitate and/or attend recruitment events throughout County Meath supporting the employment activation of the caseload of job seeking clients.
Network and liaise with INTREO regarding client referrals, and supporting clients through Self Employment Support Schemes and Grant processes.
Coaching and leading jobseeker clients throughout the employment (hiring) process.
Help clients to identify and achieve their career goals
Develop innovative actions to reach and engage with hard to reach target groups and promote their participation in the labour market
Contribute as part of a team to the attainment of caseload targets and key performance indicators.
Manage caseload and record deliverables in electronic and hard copy formats.
Complete all administration requirements as set out in the programme guidelines.
Undertake reporting, publicity, promotional initiatives and representational duties appropriate to the development of the SICAP programme.
Assist in research and/or social policy initiatives appropriate to the development of the SICAP Programme.
Such duties (including administrative duties) as may be assigned from time to time by the Programme Manager and/or CEO
Terms of Employment
One position available. Hours may range from 22.5 to 37.5 per week. The nature of the work may require working unsocial hours i.e. evenings and weekend, a full driving licence and access to own transport is essential for all positions given the outreach services attached to the posts on offer. This position is subject to Garda Vetting in line with Meath Partnership policy.
Duration: Specified purpose contract subject to continued provision of SICAP funding. A six-month probationary period applies.
Personal Specifications for SICAP Job Coach and Mentor
Education Qualifications and Attainments
Have attained degree level educational or professional qualifications relevant to Recruitment, Coaching, Career Guidance, Labour Market Activation, etc.
Essential Knowledge and Experience
Previous professional experience working with jobseekers assisting them to secure paid employment
Experience in the design and delivery of labour market activation projects and programmes that are outcome-driven
Ability to design, create and manage events to support jobseekers to secure employment
Excellent organisational, administrative, creativity and ICT skills.
Must be solution-focused, outcomes-driven and dynamic in your approach to the position.

Desirable Skills, Abilities and Experience
Ability to work on own initiative and as a member of a team, working effectively within the support and supervision structures provided to meet high level goals and targets.
Exceptional interpersonal skills.
Ability to interpret and implement strategic plans and organisational policies.
Ability to manage caseload effectively within timeline reporting and budgetary constraints.
Strong oral and written communication skills with an excellent command of English.
Appreciation of the dynamics and characteristics of the local and regional jobs market.
Previous experience in the direct provision of training.
Management of sensitive data and confidential information.
Ability to absorb, analyse and evaluate data and information from a variety of sources.

The Successful Candidate will:
Have an understanding and knowledge of the range of social inclusion supports and services including information and advice (including non-SICAP) provided by Meath Partnership.
Be open to work unsocial hours as may be required from time to time and willing to attend evening events.
Be committed to meeting the identified needs of jobseekers and working with them to achieve progression into part-time, full-time or self-employment
Demonstrate an ability to thrive in a highly pressurised, target driven environment.
This job description is intended to outline key duties and responsibilities for this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and activities to be attended to. A flexible approach to tasks which arise that are not specifically detailed in this job description will be required.
Salary: Full-time salary is between €38,000 to €42,000 per annum pro rata for part-time hours; subject to the successful completion of the probation process.
Leave: The annual leave entitlement is twenty-five (25) 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 1997. Meath Partnership closes for five (5) days at Christmas; this time is included in the annual leave entitlement detailed above.

Application Process
To apply, please submit the following:
A brief cover letter
A curriculum vitae summarising your qualifications and relevant experience.
Please send your application to info@meathpartnership.ie. Applications should be clearly marked “Job Coach and Mentor”. Meath Partnership is an Equal Opportunities Employer and all personal data will be retained in line with our GDPR policy.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 9th March 2022. Late applications will not be considered.