Purpose of Position: To coordinate the Early Learning Initiative's STEAM programmes including Coding clubs Reporting to: Senior Coordinator- Community Services Programmes Key Relationships: Assistant Directors and Director of the Early Learning Initiative.
Senior Coordinator Community Services Programmes Early Learning Initiative team National College of Ireland Stakeholders in the local community, including parents, children and practitioners Key Responsibilities: Support the administration and coordination of the ELI's and ABC's primary school, second level, after-school and youth based programmes with particular responsibility for: STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Maths) programmes and events NCI Interschool Challenges Robotic Coding Clubs Other projects as assigned by the ELI Director/Assistant Director/ Senior Coordinator- Community Services Programmes Liaise with schools and services re: MOUs; contracts; programme development, delivery and evaluation Support the induction, training and support of ELI Volunteers, work experience students etc.
Assist other staff with social media and the communication of the work of ELI Participate in grant/funding applications, research activities and other relevant projects Prepare and maintain secure records, reports, assessments and/or evaluation data that are GDPR compliant on the programme and participating professionals, children and families Use budget allocated to plan, agree and purchase materials, catering etc.
required for these activities.
Adhere to NCI's, ABC's, NEIC, ELI's and other funders as appropriate financial procedures and ensure that expenditure is coded correctly and labelled Liaise with key stakeholders, including ABC Consortium, Working Groups, Tusla, NEIC, other Departments within NCI, ELI Corporate partners and other statutory, community and voluntary bodies around the development of ELI locally Provide information as required to the ELI Director/Assistant Director/ Senior Coordinator- Community Services Programmes and NCI's Finance Department for funders reports, financial returns and budgets Any other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director, Director or Senior Coordinator- Community Services Programmes Skills and Experience Required: Relevant 3rd level qualification.
Relevant experience of working with children, young people, families and statutory agencies.
Relevant experience of implementing STEAM programmes in the community sector.
Ability to work with marginalised families and have an understanding of the issues of marginalisation.
Ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of College personnel, community and corporate stakeholders and other outside individuals/organisations Flexible approach to work as evening and weekend work may be required Experience in organising events Ability to operate as a team player in a cross disciplinary, integrated team, sharing roles and responsibilities.
An energetic, confident and pro-active individual with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Excellent leadership, administrative and organisational skills.
Contract: Specific purpose contract estimated duration 12 months Salary: Administrator band Min €31,059 to Max €43,485 Hours: Full Time Annual Leave: 24 Days National College of Ireland's mission is to widen participation in higher education and unlock each student's potential.
The College offers students the opportunity to acquire the skills and self-confidence to change their lives, contribute to a knowledge based economy and become responsible, active citizens.
Application Process: To apply please e-mail your cover letter and CV both in PDF format ONLY, quoting reference number: NCI 1066 to: by 5:00 pm, 13th January 2025.
Note: The functions and responsibilities assigned to the ELI CSP Coordinator - STEAM and Coding, are based on the current stated role and objective of the College.
These functions and responsibilities may alter in line with any change in the role and objectives of the NCI.
The successful applicant will be subject to Garda Vetting and must not have any convictions under the Sex Offenders Act 2001.
National College of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
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