ARC School Project Facilitator

The Digital Hub; Dublin; Remote; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

H2 Learning is seeking an ARC School Project Facilitator to deliver the Aquaculture Remote Classroom programmes to schools across Ireland. The role involves presenting workshops, webinars, and in-person sessions using various platforms.

You will also handle scheduling, logistics, and day-to-day operations of a mobile unit while ensuring pupil safety and transport logistics. We value strong communication, the ability to work in a small team, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant primary degree.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a small team.
• Excellent communication skills and fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ARC programmes to primary and post-primary schools.
• Jointly manage scheduling, logistics and admin tasks.
• Manage daily operations of the mobile unit including housekeeping.
• Ensure pupil safety on entry/exit and on board the vehicle.
• Represent the BIM ARC at events and outreach activities in Ireland/Europe.
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders and work independently with initiative.

Education

Primary degree

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication

Public speaking / presentations

Job description

H2 Learning are currently hiring for a ARC School Project Facilitator to join their team.

About The Role:

The Aquaculture Remote Classroom (ARC) has been developed by Bord Iascaigh Mhara as part of a European wide campaign, called #FarmedintheEU.
The aim of this EU initiative is to raise awareness about aquaculture in Ireland and to promote the benefits of eating, buying, and selling sustainable seafood. The ARC travels around Ireland, delivering aquaculture workshops to primary schools. In addition, the ARC has developed online learning resources to support the long-term sustainability and success of the project. The ARC frequently participates in industry and public outreach events that are aligned to the project scope such as food festivals/college science weeks.

The role of the Project Facilitator is to promote and deliver the programmes and resources offered by the BIM, Aquaculture Remote Classroom. The role will include delivering engaging and informative workshops, presentations and webinars to students using various in-person and online platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• To deliver the ARC programmes to primary and post-primary schools.
• To jointly manage the schedule, logistics and administrative tasks associated with the role.
• To manage the daily operations of the mobile unit (opening/closing/power/Wi-Fi/housekeeping/cleaning).
• To manage the safety of pupils entering/exiting vehicle and while on board the vehicle.
• To represent Bord Iascaigh Mhara at various industry related events, conferences, and public outreach events both in Ireland and Europe.
• To maintain good working relationships with various stakeholders.
• Hold a relevant primary degree.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work and contribute within a small team environment.
• The ability to work unsupervised, with flexibility and with good initiative.
• Willingness to complete Garda Vetting, Child Protection, First Aid and Manual Handling training.
• A full clean driver's licence and access to own transport, as the role will require regular travel.
• Fluency in English and excellent communication skills.
• A degree in science, marine biology, agricultural sciences, environmental science, geoscience, nutrition, or other relevant area is an advantage.
• Knowledge of Seafood and Aquaculture.
• Genuine interest in aquaculture and marine science communication.
• Good personal organisational and priority setting skills, with the ability to manage a busy schedule.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with individuals (young and professional) in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Capable of working independently as well as being an effective team player, with initiative and enthusiasm.
• Experience in collaborating, problem solving and values the sharing of information and continuous improvement within a professional environment.

Please Note: The role involves manual handling, and the physical setup, movement and storage of equipment and educational resources. The facilitator must be capable of safely carrying out these duties, including completing manual handling training and following relevant health and safety procedures. This role involves regular travel and substantial time on the road, delivering workshops and supporting events across Ireland. The successful candidate must be willing to stay away from home overnight as required by the programme schedule. Travel and subsistence expenses, including overnight stays where required, will be paid at the applicable public sector rates.

About H2 Learning:

H2 Learning is an e-learning services and consultancy organisation. We provide practical e-learning resources and advice to our national and international partners and clients (teachers, principals, policy-makers, learners) across all levels of education. H2 Learning principally aims to enhance teaching, learning and assessment through the use of Information Communications Technology in education, in order to equip learners with the necessary skills to thrive in the 21st century.