6c Wildflower Way, Belfast, Co. Antrim, BT12 6TA United Kingdom
Senior Specialist – Community Development and Sustainability
Location: Office base will be within the Western Health and Social Care Trust (office locations include: Enniskillen, Omagh, Londonderry) - working across Health and Social Care Trust areas within Northern Ireland, a hybrid working policy is in place.
Hours: 37 hours
Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in early childhood education? Do you believe in the power of play to unlock potential? Be part of our team and help shape the futures of children by fostering growth and learning through purposeful opportunities.
At Early Years, we are committed to fostering growth for both the children and our staff. Joining means an opportunity to enhance your skills, make a meaningful difference, and collaborate with a team that upholds dedication, compassion, and excellence in early years care and education.
In return, Early Years provides a comprehensive rewards package, including a competitive salary, 36 days of annual leave (pro-rata), inclusive of statutory/public holidays, a contributory pension scheme, options to purchase additional leave, and access to healthcare schemes.
The role
As a Senior Specialist - Community Development and Sustainability you will work with Early Years staff and other relevant external stakeholders to influence sustainability and resilience of community-based settings delivering early learning and care services.
The postholder will focus on enhancing the capacity and contribution of the community, voluntary and independent early years sector to deliver upon high-quality outcomes for children.
The postholder will directly engage with the Early Years sector and Pathway Fund projects to identify their support needs.
We're looking for people who:
1. At the closing date have:
2. A degree level qualification or equivalent in an area of study related to or incorporating Sociology or Social Policy or Community Development or Business Development.
3. Two years’ experience in the field of Community Development.
4. Two years’ previous experience of delivering business development strategies with impact.
5. Demonstrable experience of writing reports for a range of audiences and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
6. A full current driving licence enabling the holder to drive in Northern Ireland/ROI and have the use of vehicle for official purpose OR have access to a form of transport that will enable the candidate to meet the requirements of the post in full.
An information pack containing the job description and personnel specification is available by clicking here.
Please note, the information pack will not be available after the job posting closes therefore you may want to download it.
As part of the application process, you will need to demonstrate how you meet the criteria as outlined above and, on the personnel specification, and provide a copy of your CV. Shortlisting will be completed based on the information contained with the application form, therefore it is important to clearly outline how you meet the criteria. Please note that your CV will only be used to support your application in assessing employment history.
Once you begin the application, it must be completed in one session, as there is no option to save and return to it later.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Friday 14 March 2025.
For shortlisted applicants, it is anticipated that interviews will take place on Monday 31 March 2025.
A reserve list may be held for a period of up to six months for the same or similar roles – if this applies to you, we’ll let you know via email.
Should you need to contact us, please use the following methods:
Email: monitoringofficer@early-years.org
Phone: 028 9038 7905
Early Years is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing flexible friendly working conditions. As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in the Organisation, we would particularly welcome applications from these groups.
Salary NJC Scale, Points 29-32, (£37,336-£40,221) per annum pro rata
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