Join Our Team
Welcome to the Irish Deaf Society’s careers page! We’re thrilled that you’re considering joining our team. As a leading advocacy organisation for the Deaf community in Ireland, we’re committed to improving the lives of Deaf people and promoting equal access to all areas of society.
We’re looking for passionate, dedicated people who share our vision and want to make a difference. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out in your career, we offer a positive and inclusive workplace where you can grow and thrive.
At the Irish Deaf Society, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a range of projects and initiatives, from raising awareness about Deaf culture to advocating for policy changes that benefit the Deaf community. You’ll collaborate with a diverse team of experts, including Deaf and hearing professionals, to bring about positive change and make a real impact.
If you’re committed to making a difference and want to join a positive and inclusive team, we encourage you to explore our current job openings and apply today. Don’t see a current opening that matches your skills and experience? Keep checking back for upcoming job opportunities – we’re always on the lookout for talented people to join our team.
Thank you for your interest in the Irish Deaf Society. We look forward to hearing from you!
Current Job Openings:
Community Outreach Officer
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Term:Permanent contract subject to probation.
Salary:Starting salary €30,000 per annum depending on experience
Benefits:22 days annual leave, time off in lieu, additional days leave during Christmas break, 6 weeks paid sick leave.
Starting Date: As soon as possible subject to notice and availability of successful candidate
Location:IDS offices in Dublin 7, required to work from office full-time.
Application Deadline:Friday 1st August 2025
Interview:Wednesday 13th August 2025 (candidate meeting time to be confirmed)
The Community Outreach Officer will manage and support the National Council members, who are part of IDS's network of Deaf-led organisations throughout Ireland.
The appointed person will be responsible for developing strategies to identify their needs, facilitate their participation in decision-making processes, and create appropriate services to meet those needs. Also, the appointed person will be expected to assist the Advocacy Manager and the Advocacy Department in achieving the objectives of the IDS Strategic Plan 2023-2025. This role involves regular out of hours work and travel to regional locations throughout Ireland.
About IDS
The Irish Deaf Society (IDS) is the national Deaf-led representative organisation of 5,000 Deaf people whose preferred language is Irish Sign Language (ISL). Our mission is to achieve equality and rights of Deaf people in Ireland. The ambition of full access to citizenship and society is sought through the empowerment and mobilisation of the Deaf community.
Main duties and responsibilities
• To work in the Deaf community with an appreciation and respect for Deaf Culture and Irish Sign Language
• To setup and manage regular IDS meetings in regional locations (estimated at 6 locations, meeting 4 times a year)
• To develop a strong network of contacts with regional and national Deaf organisations and groups to gather views from grassroots Deaf communities to inform our research and representation and local policy development.
• Assisting Deaf community groups in planning, developing, maintaining and evaluating community resources, programs and support networks
• Helping to raise community and public awareness on Deaf issues.
• Carrying out administrative work including written correspondence, preparing submissions and reports
• To advise the Advocacy Manager on matters requiring attention, and assist in implementation of management decisions
• To gather information and report to the Advocacy Manager on community projects including analysis, goals and performance indicators
• To ensure efficient daily operations and management of community services and projects achieving agreed goals.
• Other tasks to support the IDS team as determined by the Advocacy Manager.
Key Competencies
• Fluency and excellent proficiency in Irish Sign Language
• Ideally, the successful candidate will have experience working or volunteering in the Deaf Community, particularly engagement with regional Deaf clubs and organisations.
• Required to have personal contact and travel within communities
• Requirements for this position include having a clean driving license and owning a car
• Expected to attend evening meetings and occasional weekend activities
• Skilled in careful planning, scheduling and management of tasks and goals
• Strong computer skills and a good command of the English language
•Experience in the community developments
•Experience collecting information and reporting
•Excellent communication and organisation skills, particularly in interactive settings.
•Flexibility in terms of working arrangements
Submitting your Cover letter and CV
Please send a cover letter (save as either MS Word or PDF documents) explaining why you are suitable for the role with your CV by email tojobs@irishdeafsociety.ieby the end of the day on Friday 1st August, please make sure to add “Community Outreach Officer” in the subject field of your email.
Interviews will be on Wednesday 13th August If you are unable to attend for interview on this date, please state so clearly in your email so that we can organise an alternative date.
Deaf Awareness Administrator
Role Description
The Irish Deaf Society (IDS) is seeking a motivated and organised Deaf Awareness Administrator to support the delivery of our Deaf Awareness Training (DAT) programme. This is a fixed term 4 month contract, full-time, hybrid role (mix of working from IDS office and home) available from September until December 2025.
This role will provide key administrative support to the Advocacy Administrator and ensure smooth coordination of training sessions and related activities.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Respond to queries from organisations interested in Deaf Awareness Training.
- Coordinate training sessions, including scheduling with presenters, ISL interpreters, and participant groups.
- Maintain organised records of bookings, attendance, and feedback.
- Support the Advocacy Administrator in other Deaf Awareness related tasks, such as creating and updating presentation materials and resources.
- Contribute to the promotion and development of the Deaf Awareness Training programme.
Key Competencies
- Proficient in Irish Sign Language (ISL) and English
- Experience working with or within the Deaf community
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Confidence using email, spreadsheets, and digital tools
- Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders (presenters, interpreters, organisations)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and ability to manage administrative tasks independently
- Creativity and visual communication skills (e.g., Canva – desirable)
Qualifications / Experience
Essential:
- Understanding of Deaf culture and issues affecting the Deaf community in Ireland
Desirable:
- Experience working with or within the Deaf community
- Experience in an administrative or coordination role
- Familiarity with creating visual or promotional materials using tools like Canva
Salary: €2917 per month for a 4-month fixed contract. (€11,667 in total). This payment is calculated based on an annual salary of €35,000. This employment is for 4 months only and is not permanent.
Apply now: Email your CV and cover letter to jobs@irishdeafsociety.ie before 5pm on 5th August - interviews will be held on Monday 18th August 2025.
You can find out more about the Irish Deaf Society at: www.deaf.ie, www.facebook.com/IrishDeafSociety, www.twitter.com/IrishDeafSoc