Community Organiser

Apex Housing Association; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Northern Ireland is seeking an experienced practitioner for its Common Ground project. The role involves improving inter-community relationships and providing quality service in adherence to organizational policies. Ideal candidates hold a degree and have relevant experience in community engagement or housing. The organization promotes equality and especially welcomes applicants from underrepresented communities.

Qualifications

• Degree or third level qualification with two years relevant experience.
• A Level standard with three years relevant experience.
• Five years relevant experience without formal qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide a quality service per Association policies.
• Initiate activities to improve inter-community relationships.
• Enhance understanding of diverse cultures.

Skills

Community Engagement

Inter-community Relations

Cultural Awareness

Education

Degree / Third level qualification

Educated to ‘A’ Level standard

Job description

The Common Ground project is a European Funded project under PEACEPLUS that focuses on promoting peace and reconciliation across/between NI/ROI communities including new and minority communities.

Responsibilities

• To provide a quality service in accordance with the Associations policies and procedures and in line with the principles of continuous improvement.
• Initiating and delivering activities which will improve inter-community relationships and enhance understanding of different cultures and backgrounds.

Skills and Qualifications

• Degree / Third level qualification and two years’ demonstrable relevant experience as a practitioner in a Community or Voluntary sector setting or Housing / Tenant Engagement Setting
• Educated to ‘A’ Level standard (or equivalent) with three years’ demonstrable relevant experience as a practitioner in a Community Relations / Community Development / Housing role
• Or Exceptionally, those candidates who do not hold the above formal qualifications but have five years’ demonstrable relevant experience as a practitioner in a Community or Voluntary sector setting or Housing / Tenant Engagement Setting role

Further Information

Apex is an Equal Opportunities Employer and due to under representation is some areas we especially welcome applicants from the Protestant community.