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QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character: Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health: Candidates must be in a state of health that indicates a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health, each successful candidate must, before appointment, undergo at their expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner nominated by the Local Authority. On taking up employment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. 3. Education and Experience: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Education: Candidates shall hold a qualification in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, Arboriculture, Natural or Environmental Science (Level 8 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications). (b) Experience:
Access Officer
BACKGROUND Dublin is an international capital city and is the economic engine of the region and the State. Dublin City Council has a unique and critical role in local government: it is the largest local authority in Ireland, with 63 Elected Members representing and serving 588,000 people in the city area. It plays a pivotal role in the provision of services to the almost 1.5 million people in the Dublin Region, and in ensuring that the city can welcome and support a large number of visitors daily for employment, business, recreation, and tourism. Dublin City Council takes the lead role in shaping the strategic vision of Dublin as a dynamic and sustainable city and seeks to continually enhance the city’s attractiveness as a place in which to invest, to work, to live, and to visit. With an annual expenditure of almost €1.8 billion (revenue and capital) and a workforce of 6,200 (FTEs), the City Council provides a diverse, multi-layered, and evolving range of services and infrastructure to both citizens and visitors to Dublin that sustain the life of the city. These services include the provision of housing, planning, development, economic, environmental, roads and traffic, fire and emergency, leisure, cultural, and community services. Many of these services, including traffic, drainage, and fire and emergency services, are provided on a regional basis for the Greater Dublin Area. The continuing development and renewal of the city’s infrastructure, urban fabric, and facilities, in conjunction with other public authorities, is a key feature of the Council’s role and an essential support to the national economy. The Council has a critical role in supporting the economic growth and development of the city, its cultural and recreational life, and makes a major investment in social inclusion and community development through a wide range of housing, community, and area-based services. The Council is increasingly exploring new and innovative ways to tackle city challenges, particularly as they relate to climate and sustainability, and to deliver services while meeting citizens’ changing expectations, achieving efficiencies, and continuing to meet the demand for increased accountability. THE JOB The Access Officer is a key strategic role within Dublin City Council, responsible for advancing accessibility, inclusion, and equality across all Council services and public-facing activities. This position underpins the Council’s commitment to creating a city that works for everyone, including disabled people, neurodiverse individuals, older persons, and others who experience access barriers. The Access Officer will work across departments and with external stakeholders to embed accessibility into policy, service design, infrastructure, digital platforms, and public engagement. The role is central to Dublin’s ambition to lead the way in building an inclusive and accessible urban environment, promoting accessible public events, and equitable housing provision. The role supports the implementation of relevant legislation, particularly the Disability Act 2005, the Equal Status Acts 2000 to 2015, and the Public Sector Duty under the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission Act 2014. It also aligns with Ireland’s commitments under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) and the National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People 2025–2030. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate for the role of Access Officer will be a strategic, empathetic, and solutions-focused professional with a strong understanding of accessibility and inclusion in the public sector. They will demonstrate: • A clear understanding of the diverse needs of people who experience access barriers, including disabled people, neurodiverse individuals, older persons, and others. • A strong working knowledge of relevant legislation, particularly the Disability Act 2005, the Equal Status Acts 2000 to 2015, and the Public Sector Duty under the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission Act 2014. • Familiarity with international frameworks such as the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) and the EU Disability Strategy 2021–2030, and the ability to apply these in a local government context. • Familiarity with the National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People 2025–2030, and an understanding of its relevance to local authority service delivery and planning. • Experience working with Disabled Persons Organisations (DPOs) or other advocacy groups, ensuring that lived experience informs policy, service design, and accessibility improvements. • A good understanding of the structure, functions, and responsibilities of local government in Ireland, and experience working within or alongside public sector organisations. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively across departments and with external stakeholders. • Proven ability to deliver training, conduct access audits, and contribute to policy development and service improvement. • A commitment to universal design, equality, and human rights. • Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate legislation and policy into practical outcomes. • A collaborative mindset and the ability to work constructively with others to achieve shared goals. QUALIFICATIONS Character: Each candidate shall be of good character. Health: Candidates shall be in a state of health that indicates a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education, Training, Experience, etc.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed applications: (a) (i) Have obtained at least a Grade D (or Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme, including Irish and/or English, and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation, or Economics, and (ii) Have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in higher level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation, or Economics), or (b) Have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (c) Hold a third-level qualification of at least degree standard, and (d) Have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation, and control of staff. Desirable: A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline is desirable. Areas of study may include Disability Studies, Equality and Human Rights, Inclusive or Universal Design, Architecture or Engineering with an accessibility focus, Public or Social Policy, Community Development, or Health and Social Care with relevance to disability services. Such qualifications should reflect a strong academic foundation in the principles of accessibility, inclusion, and the legal and policy frameworks that support the rights of disabled people. Candidates are required to upload documentation for the qualification with their online application. Non-Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination/comparability statement from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) and a translation if necessary. Candidates who do not submit required documentation by closing date will be deemed to have an incomplete application. DUTIES The duties of the post include, but are not limited to: • Provide Accessibility Support: Provide, arrange, and coordinate assistance and guidance to persons with disabilities in accessing Dublin City Council services, facilities, and information. • Ensure Legislative Compliance: Support compliance with statutory obligations under disability and equality legislation, including the Disability Act 2005 and Equal Status Acts. • Maintain Accessibility Policies: Regularly review and update internal accessibility policies and procedures to reflect legislative changes, best practice, and evolving service needs. • Custodian of Knowledge Base: Maintain the knowledge base ensuring information is accurate, accessible, and updated. • Promote Organisational Awareness: Promote awareness of accessibility and inclusion across all departments and staff levels. • Communicate Progress and Impact: Ensure the Council’s progress in addressing the access and service needs of disabled people is communicated internally, within the community, and more broadly. • Support Disability Equality Training: Assist in the development and delivery of training for staff. • Conduct Access Audits: Carry out or arrange access audits of Council buildings, services, and events, advising on improvements in line with best practice and legal requirements. • Contribute to Strategic Programmes: Support programmes that advance accessibility and inclusion, including the National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People 2025–2030 and the DPO Consultation Framework. • Coordinate with DPOs: Sustain engagement with Disabled Persons’ Organisations (DPOs) and advocacy groups, ensuring inclusive and representative consultation. • Support Accessibility Champions: Identify and support staff to act as accessibility champions, embedding inclusive practices throughout the organisation. • Promote Accessibility Leadership: Encourage accessibility leadership by supporting internal networks, mentoring champions, and contributing to a culture of inclusion. • Other Duties: Undertake other duties appropriate to the role as assigned. Duties may vary over time, reporting to the Chief Executive or designated Officer. SELECTION PROCESS • The post will be filled through a public competition conducted by or on behalf of Dublin City Council. • Eligibility and shortlisting will be based on information supplied in the application form and assessment questions. • A panel may be formed from which appointments will be made. Panel life is one year. • Appointees may be required to take up the position within one month unless extended by the Council. • Successful candidates may undergo pre-employment medical and reference checks. Shortlisting: Candidates may be shortlisted based on their application forms and responses to assessment questions, reflecting skills and experience essential for the role. Interview: Competency-based interviews will assess: • Management and Change • Delivering Results • Performance through People • Personal Effectiveness • Local Authority Knowledge & Experience SALARY €60,611; €62,095; €63,826; €65,563; €67,300; €68,852; €70,442; €71,982; €73,518 (Maximum); €76,149 (1st LSI after 3 years satisfactory service on Maximum); €78,795 (2nd LSI after 3 years satisfactory service on 1st LSI). Entry point determined by Departmental Circulars. Rate may be adjusted in line with Government policy. Working hours are 35 hours per week. PARTICULARS OF POSITION (a) Permanent, whole-time, and pensionable. (b) Dublin City Council reserves the right to assign an employee to any Department. (c) One year’s probation applies. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must be, by the date of application: a) An EEA citizen (EU Member States, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway), or b) A UK citizen, or c) A Swiss citizen pursuant to the EU-Switzerland agreement, or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA, UK, or Swiss citizen with a Stamp 4 visa, or e) A person granted international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or family member entitled to remain, with a Stamp 4 visa, or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is an EEA, UK, or Swiss citizen and has a Stamp 4 visa. Dublin City Council welcomes all nationalities and ethnic backgrounds and reserves discretion to vary requirements subject to business needs.
Receptionist
We don’t just communicate, we CONNECT… We are looking for a Receptionist on a FullTime basis to join our team at DKIT Sport Why join the Aura Family? We are the best in our industry! We don’t just talk about our values; we live them every single day. We don't say we’re the best place to work - our people do… We have been recognized again as one of the Best Workplaces in Ireland in 2026. This marks the eighth year Aura has been ranked among the Top Large Irish Workplaces. We are also proud to have been named the Best Workplace for Health & Wellbeing in both 2024 and 2025 and Best Workplace for Women in 2026 marking the third consecutive year we have received this recognition. At Aura our people are at the heart of our business and our culture is built on embracing diversity and inclusion. In 2024 we were awarded the “Investors in Diversity Silver Certification” with the Irish Centre for Diversity and we were honoured to win the National Advancing Disability Equality Award 2025. Safety, Health and Wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. In 2024 we received the H&S National Sport & Leisure Award . We place emphasis on learning and development, so if you join us you can expect to learn and grow throughout your career. Other reasons to join our team…. · Friends and Family Benefit – all employees get to nominate a friend or family member for free membership of one of our leisure centres · Our Training Academy – opportunities to certify to the highest industry standards in a range of industry practices such as Lifeguarding, Swim Teaching, Pool Plant Operations etc · Aspire Programme – our talent development programme which gives you unrivalled access to training, development and further certification opportunities · Career Development – opportunities to become a Tutor in a range of industry practices and to shape the careers of others · Aura One Hub – benefits, rewards and recognition platform · EAP Programme – a free confidential comprehensive advice and support service ranging from financial and legal advice to counselling for you and your family members · Our GEM Awards programme, acknowledging those who go the extra mile · A range of other benefits such as Bike to Work, TaxSaver, retail discounts, Length of Service benefit and discounted Health Insurance for employee’s and dependants through the HSF Health Plans Our vision is BIG…. Aura's vision is for a healthier and happier Ireland by improving the health and wellbeing of our nation through exercise, sport and active living. Your mission: · Display a commitment to our vision, purpose and values · Being the first point of contact at the reception area and providing the Aura members with an exceptional customer care experience · Drive service excellence by building and developing customer relationships · Being fully up to date with all Aura programmes and service · Responding to customer queries and continuously looking for opportunities to improve customer service · Provide administrative support for the centre · Work closely with the rest of the team to ensure we are meeting the specific needs of our customers, and promote the Aura brand · Get involved in running promotions and events on your site · Promote front of house sales take ownership for achieving retail targets · Keep the reception area clean, tidy and presentable at all times These are just some of the tasks our amazing Receptionists undertake each day and this list is just part of what life in Aura has in store for you. Here’s what we need from you: · A passion for delivering the best customer service and building positive relationships with our customers · Excellent communication skills · An outgoing personality, be adaptable and flexible · A positive attitude and a genuine focus on teamwork · Great organisation and time management skills · Excellent PC skills · Experience of working with Microsoft Packages · Attention to detail & accuracy · Good understanding of cash management · Flexible in relation to your hours/days of work · Due to the nature of this role fluent English is required
Production Operative
What you will do
Counter Sales Assistant
Summary Working as a member of the McGees team is much more than ‘a job in a shop’, as a company we want every employee to develop a career within the business. The Role Company Information Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It’s a place to build your future. With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents. Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods. Equal Opportunities Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Youth Justice Worker
About the Project Working in a Youth Diversion Project, regardless of the role, will allow you to take a journey with young people and families, who are often the most marginalised and disadvantaged. Many have faced great obstacles, tragedy, and adversity in their lives, yet are inspiring in their ability to cope, bounce back, and often flourish once given the appropriate opportunities and supports. Foróige’s philosophy underpins all of our work and supports our passionate belief in the importance of giving second chances and opportunities to young people regardless of their circumstances. These projects are part of a network of Youth Diversion Projects, funded by the Department of Justice and by the European Social Fund and Dormant Accounts, in conjunction with An Garda Síochána under the new Youth Justice Strategy 2021–2027, and will be managed by Foróige. Donegal shares a land border with Northern Ireland, and the Donegal Youth Diversion Project engages with young people living in Donegal who may be offending, or at risk of offending, in Northern Ireland. The project works in partnership with An Garda Síochána, including the Garda Youth Diversion Bureau and Juvenile Liaison Officers (JLOs), the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI), and Youth Justice Northern Ireland to support early intervention and coordinated responses that promote positive outcomes for young people. Key Responsibilities • Assessing and responding to the needs of young people at risk of offending or re-offending. • Engaging, building, and maintaining strong, positive relationships with the target group on both a one-to-one and group basis. • Engaging these young people in a process of learning and development that will enable them to examine their own offending and make positive lifestyle choices that will protect them from involvement in criminal, harmful, or socially unacceptable behaviours. • Designing, implementing, and evaluating creative and responsive outcomes-focused case plans and interventions for project participants. • Engaging and supporting parents/guardians to engage effectively in their young person’s social and personal development to facilitate positive behaviour change. • Ensuring compliance with Foróige policies, procedures, and guidelines. • Operating in accordance with the YDP Operational Requirements. • Completing accurately and on time all of the administrative requirements of the project. • Attending YDP advisory committee and referral assessment committee meetings as required and preparing reports for the same. • Networking, cooperating, and enlisting the support of other agencies/organisations and community groups to enhance development opportunities for project participants. • Attending committee and team meetings as required by Management, Project Committee, and Funders. • Building and maintaining relationships with local stakeholders, particularly An Garda Síochána and other services engaged with young people in the catchment area. • Administration, budget, and resource management including compiling plans and reports as required by the funder and ensuring that deadlines are adhered to. • Working collaboratively as part of the YDP team and the wider Foróige team. • Any other relevant duties as the board of Foróige and/or the Chief Executive Officer or their nominee shall deem necessary for the effective implementation of the policy and programmes of Foróige and the Youth Diversion Project. Additional Responsibilities • Support engagement with young people living in Donegal who may be offending, or at risk of offending, in Northern Ireland. • Work in partnership with An Garda Síochána, the PSNI, and Youth Justice Northern Ireland to support coordinated responses for young people. • This role will predominantly support work in the border areas of Donegal, reflecting the partnership work required with services in Northern Ireland. Professional Qualification and Experience (D: Desirable; E: Essential) • Education to Degree standard, preferably in Youth, Justice, Social, or Community Work (E). Candidates with exceptional relevant work experience may also be considered in lieu of degree qualifications. • Relevant paid or voluntary experience of working with young people (E). • One year’s experience in a YDP or similar Youth Work role (D). • Experience and understanding of YDP work and of working with young people facing adversity (D). • Access to a car and full driving licence (Essential). Person Specification (Essential) • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with young people. • Ability to be proactive, use own initiative, and work effectively within a pressurised environment. • Positive and flexible approach to working as part of a team. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to follow organisational guidelines and processes. • Knowledge and experience of systems, processing, and administration. • Flexibility in relation to hours of work to meet the needs of the work. Benefits to Support You • Salary: Foróige Youth Officer Scale: €38,558, €40,163, €41,769, €43,376, €44,982, €46,592, €48,201, €50,601, €53,001. The highest starting point for this role will be Point 3 and will be dependent on experience. • Annual Leave: 29 days annual leave plus Good Friday. • EAP: 24/7 Employee Assistance. • Pension: Contributory pension benefits. • Bike to Work Scheme. • Commuter Travel Tax Saver Ticket. • Training & Development: Structured onboarding together with a 9-day Foróige Induction Programme. Ongoing CPD. • Study Leave: Up to 5 days paid Study Leave per year of course. • Organisation Culture: Support and Supervision policy and practices that support your professional development. Progression Opportunities • Career Break: Up to 2 years after 3 years’ service. • Unpaid Leave: Up to 6 months after 1 year of service. • Flexible Work: Flexible work practices that support work-life balance. • Maternity and Paternity Benefit: Top-up Maternity and Paternity Benefit pay. Other Information • Garda Vetting: Candidates under consideration for employment in Foróige will be subject to Garda vetting. • Visa: Foróige is not in a position to sponsor work permit applications. All applicants should hold a valid work permit and permission for ROI. • Hours of Work: Minimum 35 hours per week. The position will require flexibility in relation to working hours, including some late evenings/nights (up to 3 per week) and occasional weekend work. • Travel: This post will involve domestic travel within Ireland and occasional meetings. Travel and expenses will be paid in accordance with appropriate Foróige rates.
Mentoring Programme Officer
About Foróige At Foróige, you’re not just taking on a job – you’re joining a movement that empowers young people and transforms communities. With over 600 dedicated staff and thousands of volunteers, we work together to create impactful change through innovative programmes, clubs, and services. Foróige is an independent, non-profit national voluntary youth organisation engaged in out-of-school youth development and education. The purpose of the organisation is to enable young people to involve themselves consciously and actively in their own development and the development of society. About the Programme Foróige’s Mentoring Programme connects a vulnerable young person with an adult volunteer mentor to facilitate a positive transition from adolescence into adulthood. The Mentoring Programme has undergone numerous evaluation studies to assess outcomes for young people. Results show that the mentoring intervention is effective in improving emotional wellbeing and social support and is a model of best practice in youth work provision in Ireland. The programme matches an adult volunteer to a young person in need of support. Its core assumption is that a caring and supportive friendship will develop and reinforce the positive development of the young person. Typically, the matches meet once a week, for one to two hours, and the initial commitment is for one year. The underlying assumption is that the adult volunteer will become a role model, a mentor, but perhaps most of all, a friend. A blended mentoring programme can be offered to support young people by matching them with a caring adult volunteer who they can connect with weekly in person or online. The successful candidate will be responsible for facilitating a range of Foróige’s Mentoring models including Big Brother Big Sister, MentorMe, Site-based Mentoring, and Peer-to-Peer School Mentoring. Key Responsibilities The Programme Officer will be employed by Foróige and will be given a fixed-term contract. It must be understood that if the position becomes redundant at any time during the period of the contract, or if the funding of the post is discontinued, or a post holder fails to perform satisfactorily, employment may be terminated. The duties of the Programme Officer, in carrying out any functions which may be involved in or arise out of the appointment, shall be as notified by the Organisation’s National Council and/or its Chief Executive from time to time. These duties include: • Implementing and operating the Mentoring Programme locally in the Sligo/Galway regions. • Recruiting volunteer mentors, assessing their suitability, and providing training and ongoing support and recognition. • Liaising and networking with key referral agencies to seek referrals of young people aged 10–18 to the programme, conducting an intake process to assess the programme’s suitability to meet the needs of these young people. • Setting up and supervising matches between young people and volunteer mentors and providing support to the young people, volunteer mentors, and parents/guardians as appropriate. • Organising and facilitating group activities for matches. • Implementing a case management approach to the role using the programme’s Salesforce system. • Operating efficient office procedures in line with GDPR requirements and recording HR and financial data using Foróige’s HR and financial data processing system. • Attending team meetings and preparing written reports as required for Management and Funders. • Any other duties as the National Council and/or the Chief Executive shall deem necessary for the effective implementation of the policy and programmes of Foróige and the Mentoring Programme. Professional Qualification and Experience (D: Desirable; E: Essential) • Education to National Diploma or Degree standard, preferably in Youth, Justice, or Health Promotion work. Candidates with exceptional relevant work experience may also be considered in lieu of degree qualifications (E). • Access to a car and full Irish driving licence (E). • Relevant paid or voluntary experience working with young people (D). • Experience and understanding of Mentoring an advantage (D). • Experience of using Salesforce or another case management system (D). Person Specification (Essential) • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with young people. • Ability to be proactive, use own initiative, and work effectively within a pressurised environment. • Positive and flexible approach to working as part of a national team. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to draft summary information and correspondence. • Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise with a wide range of contacts and build and maintain effective working relationships. • Excellent standards of accuracy and attention to detail. • Ability to follow organisational guidelines and processes. • Knowledge and experience of systems, processing, and administration, including use of Google Workspace. • Flexibility in relation to hours of work to meet the needs of the role. Benefits to Support You • Salary: Foróige Youth Officer Salary scale: €38,558, €40,163, €41,769, €43,376, €44,982, €46,592, €48,201, €50,601, €53,001. The highest starting point for this role will be Point 3. • Annual Leave: 29 days annual leave plus Good Friday. • EAP: 24/7 Employee Assistance. • Pension: Contributory pension benefits. • Bike to Work Scheme. • Commuter Travel Tax Saver Ticket. • Training & Development: Structured onboarding together with a 9-day Foróige Induction Programme. Ongoing CPD.
Mentoring Programme Officer
About Foróige At Foróige, you’re not just taking on a job – you’re joining a movement that empowers young people and transforms communities. With over 600 dedicated staff and thousands of volunteers, we work together to create impactful change through innovative programmes, clubs, and services. Foróige is an independent, non-profit national voluntary youth organisation engaged in out-of-school youth development and education. The purpose of the organisation is to enable young people to involve themselves consciously and actively in their own development and the development of society. About the Programme Foróige’s Mentoring Programme connects a vulnerable young person with an adult volunteer mentor to facilitate a positive transition from adolescence into adulthood. The Mentoring Programme has undergone numerous evaluation studies to assess outcomes for young people. Results show that the mentoring intervention is effective in improving emotional wellbeing and social support and is a model of best practice in youth work provision in Ireland. The programme matches an adult volunteer to a young person in need of support. Its core assumption is that a caring and supportive friendship will develop and reinforce the positive development of the young person. Typically, the matches meet once a week, for one to two hours, and the initial commitment is for one year. The underlying assumption is that the adult volunteer will become a role model, a mentor, but perhaps most of all, a friend. A blended mentoring programme can be offered to support young people by matching them with a caring adult volunteer who they can connect with weekly in person or online. The successful candidate will be responsible for facilitating a range of Foróige’s Mentoring models including Big Brother Big Sister, MentorMe, Site-based Mentoring, and Peer-to-Peer School Mentoring. Key Responsibilities The Programme Officer will be employed by Foróige and will be given a fixed-term contract. It must be understood that if the position becomes redundant at any time during the period of the contract, or if the funding of the post is discontinued, or a post holder fails to perform satisfactorily, employment may be terminated. The duties of the Programme Officer, in carrying out any functions which may be involved in or arise out of the appointment, shall be as notified by the Organisation’s National Council and/or its Chief Executive from time to time. These duties include: • Implementing and operating the Mentoring Programme locally in the Sligo/Galway regions. • Recruiting volunteer mentors, assessing their suitability, and providing training and ongoing support and recognition. • Liaising and networking with key referral agencies to seek referrals of young people aged 10–18 to the programme, conducting an intake process to assess the programme’s suitability to meet the needs of these young people. • Setting up and supervising matches between young people and volunteer mentors and providing support to the young people, volunteer mentors, and parents/guardians as appropriate. • Organising and facilitating group activities for matches. • Implementing a case management approach to the role using the programme’s Salesforce system. • Operating efficient office procedures in line with GDPR requirements and recording HR and financial data using Foróige’s HR and financial data processing system. • Attending team meetings and preparing written reports as required for Management and Funders. • Any other duties as the National Council and/or the Chief Executive shall deem necessary for the effective implementation of the policy and programmes of Foróige and the Mentoring Programme. Professional Qualification and Experience (D: Desirable; E: Essential) • Education to National Diploma or Degree standard, preferably in Youth, Justice, or Health Promotion work. Candidates with exceptional relevant work experience may also be considered in lieu of degree qualifications (E). • Access to a car and full Irish driving licence (E). • Relevant paid or voluntary experience working with young people (D). • Experience and understanding of Mentoring an advantage (D). • Experience of using Salesforce or another case management system (D). Person Specification (Essential) • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with young people. • Ability to be proactive, use own initiative, and work effectively within a pressurised environment. • Positive and flexible approach to working as part of a national team. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to draft summary information and correspondence. • Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise with a wide range of contacts and build and maintain effective working relationships. • Excellent standards of accuracy and attention to detail. • Ability to follow organisational guidelines and processes. • Knowledge and experience of systems, processing, and administration, including use of Google Workspace. • Flexibility in relation to hours of work to meet the needs of the role. Benefits to Support You • Salary: Foróige Youth Officer Salary scale: €38,558, €40,163, €41,769, €43,376, €44,982, €46,592, €48,201, €50,601, €53,001. The highest starting point for this role will be Point 3. • Annual Leave: 29 days annual leave plus Good Friday. • EAP: 24/7 Employee Assistance. • Pension: Contributory pension benefits. • Bike to Work Scheme. • Commuter Travel Tax Saver Ticket. • Training & Development: Structured onboarding together with a 9-day Foróige Induction Programme. Ongoing CPD.
Youth Officer
About Foróige At Foróige, you’re not just taking on a job – you’re joining a movement that empowers young people and transforms communities. With over 600 dedicated staff and thousands of volunteers, we work together to create impactful change through innovative programmes, clubs, and services. Foróige is an independent, non-profit national voluntary youth organisation engaged in out-of-school youth development and education. The purpose of the organisation is to enable young people to involve themselves consciously and actively in their own development and the development of society. About the Project The newly established Castlebar Ballinrobe UBU – Your Place Your Space youth service allows young people to access out-of-school support in their local communities to enable them to achieve their full potential by strengthening their personal and social development outcomes. Based in Castlebar, the service provides outreach to Ballinrobe. The project provides a range of interventions and services, particularly targeted at young people at risk, including the development of community-based youth groups, the operation of intensive group work programmes, individual programmes, special interest preventative programmes, and therapeutic interventions to support young people (10–24 years) in the area. The UBU Youth Services are funded by the Department of Education and Youth under the UBU Your Place Your Space funding scheme through the Education and Training Board. There is now a vacancy for a Youth Officer to work with young people within the Castlebar and Ballinrobe UBU project to deliver on the Service Requirement developed by the local Education and Training Board – Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim ETB, on behalf of the Department of Education and Youth under the UBU Your Place Your Space Funding Scheme. Key Responsibilities The Youth Officer will be employed by Foróige and will be given a contract of employment. It must be understood, however, that if the position becomes redundant at any time during the period of the contract, or if the funding for the post is discontinued, or a post holder fails to perform satisfactorily, employment may be terminated. The duties of the Youth Officer shall be notified by the Board of Foróige and/or their nominee. The function is achieved through fulfilling the main duties outlined below: • Developing innovative programmes and interventions to meet the needs and interests of the young people as identified by the ETB as a priority. • Engaging, building, and maintaining strong, positive relationships with the target groups on both a group and one-to-one basis. • Engaging the young people in a process of learning and development. • Designing, implementing, and evaluating creative, culturally appropriate, and responsive outcomes-focused plans and interventions for project participants. • Ensuring compliance with Foróige policies, procedures, and guidelines. • Building and maintaining relationships with local stakeholders, particularly other services engaged with young people in the catchment area. • Operating in accordance with the rules and requirements of the UBU Your Place Your Space. • Administration, systems, budget, and resource management. • Working collaboratively as part of the wider Foróige team. • Any other relevant duties as the Board of Foróige and/or the Chief Executive Officer or the nominee of the Chief Executive shall deem necessary for the effective implementation of Foróige policies and the UBU Your Place Your Space programme. Professional Qualification and Experience (D: Desirable; E: Essential) • Education to Degree standard, preferably in the area of Youth, Justice, Social, or Community Work (E). Candidates with exceptional relevant work experience may also be considered in lieu of degree qualifications. • Relevant paid or voluntary experience of working with young people (E). • Access to a car and full driving licence (E). Person Specification (Essential) • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with young people. • Ability to be proactive, use own initiative, and work effectively within a pressurised environment. • Positive and flexible approach to working as part of a team. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to follow organisational guidelines and processes. • Knowledge and experience of systems, processing, and administration. • Flexibility in relation to hours of work to meet the needs of the role. Benefits to Support You • Salary: Foróige Youth Officer Scale: €38,558, €40,163, €41,769, €43,376, €44,982, €46,592, €48,201, €50,601, €53,001. The highest starting point for this role will be point 1 and will be dependent on experience. • Annual Leave: 29 days annual leave plus Good Friday. • EAP: 24/7 Employee Assistance. • Pension: Contributory pension benefits. • Bike to Work Scheme. • Commuter Travel Tax Saver Ticket. • Training & Development: Structured onboarding together with a 9-day Foróige Induction Programme. Ongoing CPD. • Study Leave: Up to 5 days paid Study Leave per year of course. • Organisation Culture: Support and Supervision policy and practices that support your professional development. • Progression Opportunities: Career Break up to 2 years after 3 years’ service; Unpaid Leave up to 6 months after 1 year of service; Flexible Work practices supporting work-life balance; Maternity and Paternity Benefit top-up pay. Other Information • Garda vetting: Candidates under consideration for employment in Foróige will be subject to Garda vetting. • Visa: Foróige is not in a position to sponsor work permit applications. All applicants should hold a valid work permit and permission for ROI. • Hours of work: You will be expected to work a minimum of 35 hours per week. The position will require flexibility in relation to working hours. It is expected that you will work some late evenings/nights per week (for full time this will be up to 3 late evenings) and some weekend work. • Travel: This post will involve domestic travel within Ireland and occasional meetings. Travel and expenses will be paid in accordance with appropriate Foróige rates.
Youth Officer
About Foróige: At Foróige, you are not just taking on a job, you are joining a movement that empowers young people and transforms communities. With over 600 dedicated staff and thousands of volunteers, we work together to create impactful change through innovative programmes, clubs and services. Foróige is an independent, non profit national voluntary youth organisation engaged in out of school youth development and education. The purpose of the organisation is to enable young people to involve themselves consciously and actively in their own development and the development of society. About the Project: UBU Your Place Your Space youth services allows young people to access out of school support in their local communities to enable them to achieve their full potential by strengthening their personal and social development outcomes. The UBU Youth Services are youth services funded by the Department of Education and Youth under the UBU Your Place Your Space funding scheme through the Education and Training Board. There is now a vacancy for a Youth Officer to work with young people within the Ferrybank Youth Development Project UBU project to deliver on the service requirement developed by the local Education and Training Board, Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board, on behalf of the Department of Education and Youth under the UBU Your Place Your Space funding scheme. Key Responsibilities: The Youth Officer will be employed by Foróige and will be given a contract of employment. It must be understood however that if the position becomes redundant at any time during the period of the contract or if the funding for the post is discontinued or a post holder fails to perform satisfactorily, employment may be terminated. Key Responsibilities: • The duties of the Youth Officer shall be notified by the Board of Foróige and or their nominee. The function is achieved through fulfilling the main duties outlined below. • Developing innovative programmes and interventions to meet the needs and interests of the young people and as identified by the Education and Training Board as a priority. • Engaging, building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with the target groups on both a group and one to one basis. • Engaging the young people in a process of learning and development. • Designing, implementing and evaluating creative, culturally appropriate and responsive outcomes focused plans and interventions for project participants. • Ensuring compliance with Foróige policies, procedures and guidelines. • Building and maintaining relationships with local stakeholders, particularly other services engaged with young people in the catchment area. • Operating in accordance with the rules and requirements of UBU Your Place Your Space. • Administration, systems, budget and resource management. • Working collaboratively as part of the wider Foróige team. • Any such other relevant duties as the Board of Foróige and or the Chief Executive Officer or the nominee of the Chief Executive shall deem necessary for the effective implementation and the policy and programmes of Foróige and UBU Your Place Your Space rules. Professional Qualification and Experience (D: Desirable; E: Essential): • Education to degree standard preferably in the area of youth, justice, social or community work (essential). Candidates with exceptional relevant work experience may also be considered in lieu of degree qualifications. • Relevant paid or voluntary experience of working with young people (essential). • Access to a car and full driving licence (essential). Person Specification (Essential): • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with young people. • Ability to be proactive, use own initiative and work effectively within a pressurised environment. • Positive and flexible approach to working as part of a team. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to follow organisational guidelines and processes. • Knowledge and experience of systems, processing and administration. • Flexibility in relation to hours of work to meet the needs of the work. Benefits to Support You: Salary: Foróige Youth Officer scale: €38,558, €40,163, €41,769, €43,376, €44,982, €46,592, €48,201, €50,601, €53,001. The highest starting point for this role will be point 1 and will be dependent on experience. Annual Leave: 29 days annual leave plus Good Friday. Employee Assistance Programme: 24 hours, 7 days employee assistance. Pension: Contributory pension benefits. Bike to Work Scheme. Commuter Travel Tax Saver Ticket. Training and Development: Structured onboarding together with a 9 day Foróige induction programme and ongoing continuing professional development. Study Leave: Up to 5 days paid study leave per year of course. Organisation Culture: Support and supervision policy and practices that support your professional development. Progression Opportunities. Career Break: Up to 2 years career break after 3 years service. Unpaid Leave: Up to 6 months unpaid leave after 1 year service. Flexible Work: Flexible work practices that support work life balance. Maternity and Paternity Benefit: Top up maternity and paternity benefit pay. Other Information: Garda vetting: Candidates under consideration for employment in Foróige will be subject to Garda vetting. Visa: Foróige is not in a position to sponsor work permit applications. All applications should hold a valid work permit and permission for Republic of Ireland. Hours of work: You will be expected to work a minimum of 21 hours per week. The position will require flexibility in relation to working hours. It is expected that you will work some late evenings or nights per week and some weekend work. Travel: This post will involve domestic travel within Ireland and occasional meetings. Travel and expenses will be paid in accordance with appropriate Foróige rates.
