East Cork Traveller project recruiting a new co-ordinator

 

Cumann na Daoine: Community Development Co-ordinator

Cumann na Daoine, Community Development Project, Youghal.

We are now recruiting for the following position

Community Development Co-ordinator for Travellers in East Cork.  

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Cumann na Daoine are now recruiting for the position of Co-Ordinator for the East Cork Traveller project. 

Job Specification

The main aim of this work is to establish the East Cork Traveller Project as an independent Traveller led project. Duties will include:

• Becoming familiar with the East Cork Traveller Strategy and all relevant supporting documentation.
• Building relationships with Traveller families in East Cork and supporting active Traveller participation.
• Build relationships with other service providers and community organisations.
• Developing capacity building programmes with groups of Traveller women and men in East Cork, e.g. development of Traveller groups, spaces and projects.
• Outreach to Traveller men living in East Cork and facilitate them to participate in traveller health initiatives.
• Support the promotion of Traveller Culture Awareness Training (TCAT) in East Cork.
• Encourage engagement in leadership programmes and events/activities for East Cork Travellers
• Ensure strong project/Traveller representation on interagency committees, i.e. Regional Accommodation Committee, ITM accommodation working group, Cork-Kerry Traveller Health Unit and Minceir Whiden, etc.
• Implement the East Cork Traveller's strategic plan in collaboration with stakeholders and an existing team.

In addition to the duties outlined above the Co-Ordinator will also have responsibility for:

• Preparing regular monthly progress reports and the keeping of appropriate financial records/accounts.
• Completing funding applications on behalf of the ECT project as appropriate.
• Work in close co-operation with other Traveller organisations across the city/county both locally and nationally
• Support and supervision of the Traveller Community Development Worker, Health Worker and other staff contracted or recruited into the project.

The co-ordinator will be responsible to the ECT Steering Committee Group and will report to Cumann Na Daoine for development and HR support. A quarterly work plan will be agreed with the East Cork Traveller Steering Group and members of this Steering Group will support the work.

The work will be delivered using the principles of community development by focusing on the social determinants of health and from an anti-racism/ anti-discriminatory practice.

The post is funded and supported by the HSE Traveller Health Unit for Cork and Kerry.

This post is funded for 28 hours weekly and these hours will be worked over a four-day period each week.

We are an equal opportunity employer and this post is open to those interested in job sharing, part-time or full-time – men and women. Applications from members of the Traveller Community are particularly welcome. Short-listing will apply.

Requirements

Essential Skills.

• A minimum of 5 years community development experience/or qualifications in community development or related disciplines.
• A proven ability in community development work and supporting leadership skills.
• An understanding of Traveller community development work specifically.
• Experience of implementing strategy within a community development setting.
• An understanding of the challenges faced by the Traveller community.
• Experience of facilitating and leading groups.
• Experience of developing funding applications, adhering to deadlines and compliance with relevant reporting systems.
• To promote Traveller culture and identity.
• Understanding of anti racist and anti-discriminatory practices.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with multiple stakeholders.
• Good IT skills (Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
• Good organisational skills and ability to work on own initiative.
• Access to car and own clean driving licence.
• Ability to write clear and succinct reports.
• Willing to work flexible hours including evenings.

 

Desirable

• Participation in professional development in relevant courses.
• Experience of co-ordinating events.
• Advocacy and networking skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of social issues.

Salary €41,667 pro rata.

Applications.

To apply for the position, please forward a C.V. and cover letter to agcumannnadaoine@gmail.com

To reach us no later than 5pm, Thursday on the 13th of January 2022.

Please  write ‘ECT Position’ in the subject bar of the email.

Alternatively, send your CV and cover letter to:

Angela Glen, Community Development Co-Ordinator, Cumann na Daoine, Catherine Street, Youghal, Co Cork.