Job Title:

Community Hub Project Worker (Part-Time, 21 hours per week)

Location:

Hybrid role – Remote work with travel required for regional events. IMNDA HQ: Merchants House, Merchant’s Quay, Dublin 8.

Reports to:

Community & Operations Manager (Tracy Hutchin)

Contract Duration:

Fixed-term, 3 years (2026–2028)
Subject to funding from the Three Sisters Fund

Salary Scale:

HSE Clerical Officer Grade
+ PRSI and Pension contributions

Purpose of the Role:

The Community Hub Project Worker will coordinate the implementation of the IMNDA Community Hub. This is a national peer-support initiative for people living with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) and their caregivers. The role will ensure a blended support model (combining a secure digital platform and in-person meetups) is accessible, inclusive, and impactful. 

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Project Coordination

• Lead day-to-day delivery of the IMNDA Community Hub programme
• Manage timelines, track outputs, and ensure alignment with project goals and funder expectations
• Liaise with internal IMNDA staff and external partners

Digital Platform Development & Oversight

• Work with developers to launch and maintain a secure, accessible online hub
• Moderate forums, virtual support groups, and peer interactions on the platform
• Provide ongoing digital tech support and onboarding assistance to users

Regional Events Management

• Organise 6-8 in person peer support meetups per year across Ireland, ensuring national reach and rural access
• Coordinate logistics including venues, travel, accessibility supports, and local partnerships
• Attend events and support facilitation of peer activities

Community Engagement

• Build relationships with people living with MND, their caregivers, and extended networks
• Promote inclusive participation through active outreach and tailored supports

Monitoring & Evaluation

• Gather user feedback through surveys, interviews, and focus groups
• Document learnings and suggest service improvements
• Contribute to six-monthly reports and a final evaluation for funders

Person Specification:

Essential

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in community development, health services, or social care
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects or coordinate services
• Strong interpersonal and empathetic communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in dealings with users of the hub
• Comfortable with digital tools and online engagement platforms
• Demonstrate an understanding of the needs of the MND Community
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Desirable

• Lived or professional experience with disability, terminal illness, or carer support services
• Experience with peer-support models or group facilitation
• Knowledge of accessibility, inclusion, and rural outreach strategies
• Experience in voluntary/charitable sector

Additional Information:

- Travel will be required across Ireland for events (expenses reimbursed)
- Garda Vetting will be required for this post
- Training and supervision will be provided
- The post is funded under the Three Sisters Fund for three years