To support and work in close collaboration with the Voluntary Management Committee and the Project Coordinator to implement the Resource Centre’s aims and objectives as specified in the work plan for Granard, Abbeylara, Mullinalaghta and surrounding areas.

The ideal candidate should have the following:
A third-level qualification in family support /community development / social care or a related discipline;
At least 2 years’ experience of working with groups who experience social exclusion;
Knowledge and experience of Family Support/Community Development work in a community based setting;
Ability to access funding and good report writing skills;
The ability to liaise with voluntary, community and statutory agencies;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, good leadership and facilitation skills;
Good computer skills;
A full clean driver’s license and access to transport essential;
Knowledge and understanding of the issues of poverty and social exclusion and its impact on the local area;
Evening and weekend work will be required;
Demonstrate a strong teamwork ethic and the ability to work on own initiative.

Application Form, Job description, Person Specification can be obtained by Email only to: jobfrclusnagreine@gmail.com

Closing date: for receipt of applications by email only: 5 pm on Wednesday, September 28th

Applications received after this time will not be considered. Application only accepted on official Application Form. Canvassing will disqualify.

Shortlisting: will apply on the basis of information provided
Interviews: will take place on the Thursday, 6th October 2016
Please Note: Interviews will include a short presentation on a specified aspect of family support

This post is funded by Tusla Child and Family Agency

Lus na Gréine Family Resource Centre is an equal opportunities employer.