Community Engagement Lead (full-time)

Main aim of the job:

To lead the community engagement work of the Task Force in Finglas.

Objectives of the job:

• To achieve the optimal involvement by the local community at meetings, activities and events.
• To facilitate communication between local residents and relevant agencies that have a role in community development and the general improvement of the wellbeing of the community living in Finglas.
• To coordinate community response to impact of substance use in forums with An Garda Síochána, Fingal County Council, Dublin City Council and residents in the local community.
• To lead out locally on DRIVE – support for people and families experiencing drug related intimidation

Duties include:

• Lead the organisation and implementation of the annual work programme of community engagement forums, meetings, events and activities.
• Maintain supportive engagement with the network of individual residents, resident groups.
• Regular updating of social media, website, Facebook etc.
• To contribute to the effectiveness of all local structures contributing to community development in Finglas including the Local Drug and Alcohol Task Force, community groups etc as part of an inter-agency approach.
• Any other duties that might be required by the Task Force in supporting a community response to substance use issues

Location of the job:

Finglas Cabra Local Drug and Alcohol Task Force Office, 27 Annamoe Terrace, Cabra, Dublin 7. All of the practical work is done in community facilities in Finglas.

Hours of work:

The normal working week will be 35 hours per week. Some evening work will be required for this position.

Reporting relationship:

Reporting to the Coordinator, Finglas Cabra Local Drug and Alcohol Task Force.

Nature of contract:

An annual contract will apply to the position following a successful 6 month probation period, subject to funding.

Salary: €42, 000 + employer’s statutory pension contribution

Person specification:

• Possess the professional values and commitment to addressing equality issues using community development principals and methods.
• Have knowledge of the work of Drug & Alcohol Task Forces.
• Completion of a minimum of QQI level 7 accredited or equivalent training in community development, youth work or a related field
• Have good organising skills
• Be confident speaking in groups
• Have a good writing ability
• Have a full driving licence and the use of a car for work
• The post involves some planned evening work
• Desirable: Some Restorative Practice and / or Mediation experience

The post holder will be subject to Garda Clearance.

Please send applications to coordination@finglascabraldtf.ie by 5pm on 17th December, 2024.