Position: Programmes and Research Officer

Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)

Start Date: ASAP

Reports to: Policy and Research Manager

Location: Coleraine House, Coleraine Street, Dublin 7 (Mental Health Reform operates a hybrid system of remote working and in office working, see application form for further details)

Position summary

This position sits in the policy and research unit. This role oversees and develops the evidence base for Mental Health Reform’s policy and advocacy work towards better mental health and related services. This includes planning and overseeing programmes or projects, conducting research and producing high quality reports. The individual will also prepare policy submissions, briefing notes, and contribute to organising policy and research-based events and presentations.

About Mental Health Reform

Mental Health Reform (MHR) is the national coalition driving reform of Ireland’s mental health services and supports. Our vision is of an Ireland where everyone can access the support that they need in their community to achieve their best possible mental health. With over 85 member organisations and thousands of individual supporters, MHR provides a coordinated voice to Government, its agencies, the Oireachtas and the general public on mental health issues. For more information, see https://www.mentalhealthreform.ie/

Please see Job Description attached below.

Application process:

• Please email your completed application form to info@mentalhealthreform.ie. In your cover letter please state your salary expectations and when you would be able to begin the role.
• Requests for additional information can be sent to info@mentalhealthreform.ie.
• Closing date for the submission of applications is Sunday, 9th February at 11.59pm.
• Interviews are expected to take place the week starting 17th February 2025.

Mental Health Reform is an equal opportunities employer