QUALIFICATIONS

1. Have at least 3 years’ experience working in a similar type role with diverse groups in a community development setting.
2. Possess a good working knowledge of the mainstream model of integration and the policies which govern Ireland’s International Protection system, Irish Refugee Protection programme and Temporary Protection programme.
3. Have experience of providing individual support and outreach.
4. Have experience of working with other external agencies and organisations including both voluntary and public sector.
5. Possess a good working knowledge of the youth sector and the ability to connect International Protection (IP) applicants, Programme Refugees and Beneficiaries of Temporary Protection (BOTP) aged 15 – 24 years with the appropriate support services.
6. Have a thorough knowledge of the principles and processes of community development with expertise in a broad range of development models, particularly those appropriate to minority ethnic groups.
7. Have a strong understanding of the concept of cultural diversity and the ability to adapt a working approach to embrace many different nationalities and cultures.
8. Hold a clean, current Class B Driving Licence and have access to his/her own car.
9. Have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such knowledge.

Application forms and further particulars including qualifications, duties and competencies for this post are available on our website at http://www.wicklow.ie
 

The holder of the office will be required to hold a valid Irish/EU full driving licence for class B vehicles or a licence acceptable to NDLS for exchange, free from endorsement and disqualification