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:
Advocacy Administrator
Join our Advocacy team to support Deaf rights, awareness training, policy, and community events. This full-time (35 hrs/week) permanent role is based in Dublin 7. The successful candidate will assist with administration, coordination, and communication across IDS advocacy projects, ensuring smooth delivery of activities and strong support for the Deaf community.
- Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
- Term: Permanent contract subject to probation.
- Starting Date: As soon as possible subject to notice and availability of successful candidate
- Location: Primary workplace is IDS offices in Dublin 7, Hybrid, majority work hours from office due to role requirements.
Role Description - Overview of the Job
The Advocacy Administrator works closely with the Advocacy Manager and oversees the administration of the Deaf advocacy service.
Main duties and responsibilities
- To prepare report about Advocacy activities and achievement including working with the team to coordinate gathering and analysis of information about services and projects, including proof reading of the monthly management reports.
- To work with the Research & Policy Officer and Advocacy team to support the preparation of policy submissions
- To market, manage and develop Deaf Awareness Training provided to corporate and state clients. Creating and providing course materials for Deaf Awareness Training, as well as giving presentations and seminars to other organisations to raise awareness of Deaf people.
- Work with the manager to review and develop administrative systems and procedures and to support communication with the Advocacy team as required by the manager.
- Work with the team to research, propose and support on applications for grants and funding schemes applicate to the advocacy service
- Review and answer correspondence, relating to the advocacy service through various channels
- To provide advocacy on Deaf-related issues to the individuals and groups
- Support the Advocacy team managing admin tasks including phone bookings related to engagement with the Peer Advocate Network and IDS National Council of Deaf organisations as needed.
- Support with community events (e.g. ISL Week)
- To work with the manager to monitor quality performance of a program or project.
- Manage advocacy client queries
- Perform other duties consistent with this role, as required.
Key Competencies
Essential:
- Fluency in Irish Sign Language.
- Be highly organised, accurate and with strong attention to detail.
- Have experience managing relationships with external organisations and stakeholders and multi-disciplinary teams.
- Be IT proficient with strong skills in Office Productivity Tools (e.g., MS Office) and collaboration and training tools such as MS Teams / Zoom and similar modern office solutions.
- Be able to work to deadlines and measurable objectives.
- Have a proven ability to work under their own initiative, and as part of a team.
Qualifications
Bachelor in Deaf Studies, Trinity College - Deaf Studies or equivalent
Community development or social service qualifications an advantage Experience
Essential experience:
Relevant experience in comparable position.
Desirable experience:
Experience in the Deaf community an advantage.
Experience in the Community and Voluntary sector.
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 to jobs@irishdeafsociety.ie, please make sure to add “Advocacy Administrator” in the subject field of your email.
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