Location: RADE, OLV building, Cathedral View Court, Off New St, Dublin 8

Contract type: Fixed term contract covering maternity leave
Contract Start Date: Monday 6th July 2015 – 39 hours per week
Reporting to: Chairperson – Sponsoring Committee

Function: To ensure the effective and efficient management and coordination of RADE’s finances, programme and events adhering to RADE’s organisational objectives.
Financial

The provision of an efficient and effective financial accounting system in line with sound accounting procedures and conventions.
The management of financial returns and claims for DSP, Drug Task Force and other funding bodies.
Installation and provision of systems controlling the operation of a cheque book, cash book, purchases book, debtors, creditors and general ledgers, participant payroll, trainers payroll, bank account and PRSI returns.
Ensure effective budget management.
To prepare all relevant paperwork and ROS uploads for the Revenue Commissioners including P45s, P30s, P35s, etc.
Preparation of final accounts for Auditors at year end.
Liaise with the local DSP, LDTF, other funding bodies, accountant and bank regarding financial matters.

Community Employment

Ensure the work areas meet appropriate housekeeping standards and provide a safe and healthy environment for participants – both in terms of facilities and work practices.
Support the team with all disciplinary matters in relation to participants.
Share supervision, scheduling and administration requirements of participants to ensure best returns to Sponsor.
Carry out any other functions relevant to the position of Supervisor (Community Employment) as indicated by Sponsor from time to time.
RADE Specific Responsibilities
Manage events and production schedules for art, drama, creative writing and film.
Assist with RADE live performances; budgeting, planning, coordinating, public relations.
Coordinate with artists to develop RADE performance objectives.
Assist with the publication of books of creative writing and poetry.
Develop and execute the communication strategy.
Manage and maintain RADE’s website and social media tools.
Develop the RADE funding strategy, maintain funding calendar and prepare funding applications.
Attend required meetings and represent RADE appropriately at various levels, locally and nationally.
Manage the day-to-day operations of the RADE office.
Chair weekly management meetings and ensure actions are completed.
Maintain an accurate filing system for participants on the scheme and RADE in general.
Manage administration and communications with the RADE Board.

Requirements for the position:

Third level qualification.
Experience in a supervisory/management capacity.
Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
Excellent administration and computer literacy skills.
Excellent financial planning and administration skills.
Ability to work outside normal working hours if required.

Desirable criteria for the position but not necessary:

Experience of producing live theatre performances
Experience of drama facilitation
Knowledge of Thesaurus Payroll and Solutions Plus Accounts Software Package
An interest in the arts

Remuneration:

Salary commences on Point 1 of the Supervisors Community Employment Salary Scale at € 708.37 per week (inclusive of employers PRSI) Weekly Gross Wage € 639.61

To apply: Please submit a covering letter and curriculum vitae outlining your suitability for the role.

By Email: sine@rade.ie

By Post:  Síne Lynch, RADE, OLV Building, Cathedral View Court, Off New St, Dublin 8

Interviews: will take place on 18th and 19th May at the address above.

Queries: Please address any queries you may have to:

Síne Lynch, Programme Coordinator
Tel: 01 454 8733 | sine@rade.ie

Website: www.rade.ie

Closing Date: THURSDAY 7th May 2015 at 5p.m

RADE (recovery through art, drama and education) engage recovering drug users with the arts and therapeutic supports and provide a platform for their artistic expression.  Our Vision: Creativity is Open to Everyone.