Cork
County Federation Muintir na Tire wishes to recruit a suitably qualified person
for the role of Cultural Companions Coordinator
Cultural
Companions.
Cultural
Companions is an established Age and Opportunity Initiative operating in Dublin
and other areas around the Country. The aim of Cultural Companions is to
address the issue of social isolation amongst older people by facilitating
their engagement in arts, heritage and cultural opportunities, and by providing
volunteer companions for encouragement and support. Cork County Federation
Muintir na Tire, Cork County Council and the HSE have come together to
establish a Cultural Companions Network in Cork City and County.
Many
of us would probably go to a lot more plays, films, shows, concerts,
exhibitions or other events if we had someone to go with. There is a thriving
social and arts scene out there to be enjoyed if only we had someone with the
know-how, the transport or the shared interest to get us going. That is where
Cultural Companions comes in.
The
Cultural Companions Support worker will set up local networks of people
interested in arts and culture that will accompany each other to events –
like-minded people that meet up regularly to go out together either with one
other person or as part of a small group. Its aim is to provide increased opportunities
for older people to engage with Ireland's vibrant cultural and arts scene.
The
Co-ordinator will work under the direct supervision of the Community
Development Worker of Cork County Federation Muintir na Tire to implement the
Cultural Companions Initiative and other parts of our work programme. The
initiative will be developed and guided in conjunction with the Cultural
Companion’s Steering Group.
This
post is Part - time, temporary – Subject to on-going funding. The Cultural
Companions coordinator will be based in Cork City but travel is required as
part of the Job.
Experience
and Skills Required
Essential:
A
recognised qualification in the following:
Community Development or Arts Culture Heritage
or equivalent.
Or at least 2 years’ experience of
working as a Community Worker or Arts Culture
Heritage worker in either a paid or voluntary capacity.
Experience
in managing /working with volunteers, Leading and motivating others.
Ability
to work as part of a team and on own Initiative
Experience
of working from a community development approach & principles
Experience
of Fundraising and sourcing funding / Budgeting skills / Excellent
communication / media skills both verbal & written report writing skills
Proven
ability to network
Open
and innovative approach to work
Full
Driving Licence and access to a car to use for work – throughout City and
County
Desirable
Criteria
A
genuine interest in Culture and the Arts
A
genuine enjoyment of helping people to develop
Knowledge
of local development and the changing local development landscape, including
knowledge of the work of Cork County Federation Muintir na Tire, Healthy
Ireland, Creative Ireland, and Age Friendly Programmes.
A
commitment to anti-discriminatory practice.
Job
Specification
- Development
of local Hubs / Networks
- Focus
on Social Inclusion engaging with those who may be isolated /lonely
- Develop
strong volunteer support for the programme.
- A
genuine interest in Culture Heritage and the Arts
- Ability
to work in a respectful and professional manner
- To
be punctual reliable and trustworthy.
- Competency
in computer programmes such as Word, Excel.
- Maintain
confidentiality at all times and comply with GDPR requirements.
- Critical
thinker and problem-solving skills
- Participation
in appropriate training events / programmes.
- Critical
Evaluation will form part of the project.
The Post
will be for 3 Days a week –- Depending on the success of the programme and
subject to funding, hours may increase over time – Initially a 12 month
contract will be offered with a 3 month probationary period included
Salary
will be €34,646 Pro Rata
This post
is subject to Garda Vetting prior to appointment.
Closing
date for receipt of applications is Friday 25th October
A
shortlist will be drawn up before interviews are held.
Interviews
will be held in early to mid-November 2019
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