Description

Our Mission: The Ballyfermot/Chapelizod Partnership Company Limited aims to collectively work to increase the economic base and resources of the community, and to develop and sustain the education, work and life opportunities of all the people of the area. The Purpose of the Job: The role of the Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme Education Development Officer is to deliver the Ballyfermot/Chapelizod Partnership SICAP education programme(s). To deliver the Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme) including the delivery of key support services to the local community to improve education outcomes for targets groups in the area. Including the expansion of lifelong learning and community based education programmes for young people and families with experience of educational disadvantage. The Education Development officer working with the Education Co-ordinator will have responsibility for the delivery of the following programme areas.

Skills Requirements

The Officer will have a number of years experience in the education/access arena or in a related field (three years minimum). Excellent standard of education including a relevant third level qualification (e.g. career guidance, adult education). Clear understanding of Community Development Principles. Excellent interpersonal, communication, relationship building, organisational, report writing, ICT, and time management skills. Capacity to effectively interact and take a leadership.

Email
mshelley@bles.ie