NPC Programme Coordinator - Partnership Schools Ireland

To coordinate and lead the NPC Partnerships Schools Ireland programme, ensuring the delivery of quality services which meet the needs of parents, supporting children in the education sector. Partnership Schools Ireland is a joint initiative between NPC and IPPN (Irish Primary Principals' Network) and supported by the Department of Education. It provides an opportunity and framework for teachers, support staff, pupils, parents and community members to work together in partnership to support the work of the school for the benefit of the students. The role will broadly incorporate the following:

Increase the number and participation of schools in the project over the three-year periodin line with the projects funding agreement.

Facilitation of the training programme to schools

Develop a clear policy to support the participants of the PSI (Partnership Schools Ireland)programme

Provide support through the operation of an Advice and Support desk / face to face meetings/ bi-annual support meetings for all existing Partnership Schools

Up skill and support NPC Trainers in the Action Team Partnership programme

Professional networking and relationship building

Consistently and regularly review work practices and methodologies within own area of responsibility and apply improvements and efficiencies wherever possible which will feed into programme evaluation.

Prioritise and manage work within own area of responsibility including monthly reports for Advocacy Services Manager and up to date information for the PSI Advisory committee.

Play an active role in contributing to the overall objectives of NPC and IPPN (Irish Primary Principals' Network) both in planning and implementation of the Partnership Schools Ireland Programme.

Share learning and knowledge with other members of staff

Experience

Essential

Training and facilitation experience

Team building and project co-ordination

Knowledge of the Irish education system

Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.

Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Excellent planning and organisational skills.

Excellent IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office.

Excellent social media skills.

Desirable

Experience of working with volunteer groups.

Applications should be in the form of a letter of application and CV (max 2 pages) and be emailed to rwalpolenpc.ie with “NPC Programme Coordinator - Partnership Schools Ireland” in the subject line or by post marked Confidential to: Rob Walpole, Deputy CEO, National Parents Council, 12 Marlborough Court, Marlborough Street, Dublin 1, D01 XP86.

Please note that there is no closing date for this campaign. However, the competition may close at

short notice dependent on the volume of the applications. NPC advise that you submit your

application for this position as soon as possible.