Stride Graduate Accelerator Digital Officer
South West CollegeEnniskillen, Fermanagh£26,824 - £31,537 per annumGraduate
Job Purpose:
To support the delivery of digital social innovation solutions and transformational digital projects within the STRIDE programme. The post holder will assist in the development, testing and implementation of digital solutions designed to address key challenges facing rural communities.
The role provides a structured graduate development opportunity, enabling the post holder to gain practical experience in digital innovation, project delivery and stakeholder collaboration. Working alongside the Digital Social Innovator and Digital Transformation Projects Lead, the post holder will contribute to digital transformation activities that enhance service delivery, promote digital inclusion and support long-term community sustainability in rural areas.
Contract Type:
Full Time Fixed Term Contract – 1 year with possible extension.
Location:
Enniskillen Workhouse
However, travel to other campus sites may be required. Campuses are situated in:
- Enniskillen
- Omagh
- Dungannon
- Cookstown
(Dependant on future developments, the College may reserve the right to relocate staff to other campuses of South West College.)
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Support Digital Social Innovators in the development, testing and refinement of digital social innovation solutions within the STRIDE programme. Assist with systems design, software configuration and prototyping activities supporting the development of digital solutions. Support user research, testing and engagement activities with community groups, statutory agencies and partners to inform the development and refinement of digital solutions. Provide delivery-level support to transformational digital projects delivered in collaboration with consortium partners. Assist with the development, testing and piloting of digital prototypes supporting project delivery. Support the coordination of technical inputs across project partners as required. Maintain and update technical documentation and digital assets associated with solution development and project outputs. Support the uploading, structuring and maintenance of digital solutions and resources on the STRIDE Empowering Communities Portal. Assist in the preparation of technical summaries, user guidance and supporting materials for digital solutions. Support the collection and organisation of evidence relating to solution development and programme outputs, including technical case studies and reporting requirements. Participate in cross-border project meetings, workshops, demonstrations and knowledge exchange activities with community, statutory and consortium partners. Provide assistance in The Workhouse office and administration duties including reception cover, dealing with visitor and business user queries and providing event and meeting support. General Duties
The post holder is expected to:
Ensure that the College continues to develop as an inclusive, student-centred organisation, providing a high-quality curriculum that is dynamic and meets the learning needs of students and the demands of the economy. Promote and act as advocate for the implementation of the vision, mission and core values of the College. Contribute to the ongoing development and implementation of the College’s Health & Safety policy. Ensure the College’s Equality policy is implemented in all areas of responsibility. Implement marketing initiatives to ensure an effective profile of the College and its activities. Participate, as required, in the recruitment and selection of staff for the College in accordance with procedures. Abide by the College’s Code of Conduct and seek to promote the College positively at all times. Abide by all college procedures and ensure these are implemented in the area of responsibility. Undertake any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as requested. This job description is intended to indicate the broad range of responsibilities and requirements of the post. It is neither exhaustive nor prescriptive. It is anticipated that the post-holder will assume additional responsibilities as and when new projects and/or areas of focus for the College develop.
The College reserves the right, in consultation with the post-holder, to amend the job description to meet the changing needs of the College.
Salary:
£26,824 – £31,537 per annum
The closing date for applications is Thursday the 4th of June 2026
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