Development Support Officer - Southern Province (Part-Time)

HR Duo, Ltd.; Ireland; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

HR Duo, Ltd. is hiring a Development Support Officer for Scouting Ireland, on a part-time, fixed-term contract. This position involves providing support to Scout Groups, developing membership growth, and facilitating the delivery of the Scout Programme in a hybrid working model.

Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in development roles, excellent communication and project management skills, and the ability to work with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar support or development role is essential.
• Track record of success in a target-driven environment.
• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective support to Scout Groups.
• Proactively develop membership growth.
• Support recruitment and induction of volunteers.

Skills

Project management skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Planning and organization skills

Ability to use standard computer software

Education

Relevant third-level qualification

Job description

Development Support Officer [Code: 9282551]

Scouting Ireland

Fixed-term (Part-Time) Southern Scout Province WFH Remote

Company Information and Introduction

Development Support Officer - Scouting Ireland

Part TIme Fixed Term Contract of Three Years

Hybrid working (requirement to travel occasionally to meet with volunteers and training participants)

One Role in the South of the Country

Purpose

The purpose of the Group Support & Development Officer is to work in tandem with the support structures of Scouting Ireland to:

Provide effective support to Scout Groups to enable them to support the delivery and facilitation of the Scout Programme effectively.

To proactively develop membership growth by developing new and existing Scout Groups and Programme Sections.

Support the recruitment and induction of volunteers to ensure that growth targets can be achieved.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• A clear focus on the development and support of Scouting.
• An understanding of Scouting, The WHY, HOW and WHAT, its value systems, mechanisms, and ways of delivering the programme to young people.
• An ability to work with a wide array of professional and volunteer teams in both a support and management framework.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with a diverse group of stakeholders and colleagues.
• Project management skills and expertise, with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Leadership skills and abilities that can motivate professional and volunteer project teams to grow and develop Scouting within the community.
• These are then captured in creative, vibrant, and exciting programmes that allow young people to enjoy their Scouting with friends while learning valuable life skills in a fun- based framework.

Key Skills and Competencies

Educated to a relevant third-level standard or equivalent.

Experience and a proven track record in a similar support/development role.

Track record of success within a target-driven and measured environment.

Track record of managing multiple tasks with strong planning and organisation skills.

An ambitious self-starter with a proven record of focus on results.

Exceptional oral and written communication skills.

Demonstrable ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds.

Excellent meeting and people skills.

Positive and energetic attitude.

Ability to use standard computer software for word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations.

A strong understanding of Scouting Ireland’s methods, ethos and aims.

Sound judgement and a strategic mindset.

High motivation, positive disposition and flexible attitude in response to organisational change and development

Qualification in youth work/volunteer management / educational methods.

Professional experience in a non-profit environment.

Good knowledge of the non-profit sector in Ireland.

Flexibility to work frequently at weekends and evenings.