SICAP Project Officer

SICAP Project Officer (Part-time, Fixed-Term Contract) Location: Meath Partnership’s Head Offices, located at Units J K, Kells Business Park, Cavan Road, Kells, County Meath. Meath Partnership is committed to ensuring a satisfactory work-life balance for its employees. As such, hybrid-working and flexi-time arrangements will apply to this position. The Position Meath Partnership is seeking a dynamic professional to join our Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme (SICAP) team as a Project Officer, supporting individuals aged 16-25 from SICAP target groups to access and progress through education, training, lifelong learning and employment opportunities. This role aims to reduce barriers to education and employment by providing tailored, participant-centred support that builds confidence, soft skills and vocational skills. Through one to one support and group based interventions, the Project Officer will support participants to identify educational and employment goals, navigate available education and training pathways and progress towards personal, educational and social outcomes. The role includes engagement with hard to reach individuals and the promotion of inclusive, community-based learning opportunities. This role is central to the delivery of targeted SICAP supports under Goal 2, which focuses on supporting disadvantaged individuals, children and families to progress their formal education and participate in lifelong learning, to progress into employment or self-employment and to improve their soft skills and wellbeing. Working through an interagency and community-led approach, this post requires excellent interpersonal skills and a flexible, solutions focused attitude. Key Accountabilities Reporting to the Social Inclusion Manager, the SICAP Project Officer will be responsible for: 1. Individual Mentoring and Progression Support Terms of Employment One part time, fixed term position is available, working 22.5 hours (3 days) per week. The role will require some evening and occasional weekend work. A full driving licence and access to own transport is essential due to the outreach services associated with the position. This pos may be subject to Garda Vetting in line with Meath Partnerships policy. Duration This is a one year fixed term contract. Any extension to the contract of employment will be subject to the availability of funding and the continuation of SICAP programme services. Location Successful candidates will be based in Meath Partnership’s Head Offices, located at Units J K, Kells Business Park, Cavan Road, Kells, County Meath. Meath Partnership is committed to ensuring a satisfactory work-life balance for its employees. As such, hybrid-working and flexi-time arrangements will apply to this position. Salary This post is aligned to the Project Officer salary scale. The starting salary range for this appointment is €38,500.00 - €47,350.14 pro rata per annum (Points 1-8). Appointment will normally be made at Point 1 of the scale. Placement above Point 1 may be considered, in accordance with the Organisation’s Salary Scales Policy and having regard to directly relevant experience, specialist skills and qualifications. Leave The annual leave entitlement is twenty (20) 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 additional to the annual leave entitlement detailed above. Closing Date The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 29 May 2025. Late applications will not be considered. Application Process To apply, please submit the following to info@meathpartnership.ie: A brief cover letter including personal statement demonstrating how you meet the above-mentioned requirements for the position (no more than 500 words) which must communicate your relevant experience A curriculum vitae summarising your qualifications and work experience to date. Applications should be clearly marked “ SICAP Project Officer ”. Applicants will be shortlisted on the basis of information provided in their application.  Meath Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We are an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and encourage these individuals to bring their experiences and perspectives to Meath Partnership. All information will be held in line with Meath Partnerships GDPR policies.