Community Services & Capacity-Building Assistant

Irish Wheelchair Association; Navan; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization is looking for a full-time Service Support Officer in Navan, County Louth. This role focuses on providing day-to-day support to the Service Coordinator, developing person-centered services, and supporting fundraising activities. Required qualifications include a Level 6 certification and experience in training or facilitation. The starting salary ranges from €32,270 to €49,299, with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Service

Training & development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in training or facilitation.
• Ability to understand needs of people with disabilities.
• Leadership experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the Service Coordinator in program implementation.
• Develop and evaluate capacity building programs.
• Mentor IWA staff and volunteers.
• Ensure health and safety standards are met.

Skills

Operational decision-making

Problem-solving skills

Excellent computer skills

Customer service focus

Education

Qualification at Level 6 or higher (e.g. QQI Supervisory Management)

BA in Social Care or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database Management

Job description

A community support organization is looking for a full-time Service Support Officer in Navan, County Louth. This role focuses on providing day-to-day support to the Service Coordinator, developing person-centered services, and supporting fundraising activities. Required qualifications include a Level 6 certification and experience in training or facilitation. The starting salary ranges from €32,270 to €49,299, with various employee benefits.