Irish Girl Guides is recruiting a part time Regional Development Officer (Maternity Cover) for the Eastern Region, working under the direction of the Regional Commissioner, the role is to develop and support Guiding and to provide advice and practical support to volunteers in the designated area.

Location

Based mainly from home but travel to various parts of the Region. Travelling to support local IGG Units is an essential part of the job. The Eastern Region covers counties Dublin, Wicklow and parts of Laois and Offaly.  The RDO also attends meetings/trainings with the other RDOs employed by the Irish Girl Guides. During the initial onboarding process, attendance will be required in our National Office in Tallaght for a period.

Main Responsibilities

Operational – Regional Level

• To liaise with the Regional Commissioner and Regional Team to agree a workplan.
• To understand the workings of Irish Girl Guides including policies and procedures to support the role.
• To help organise and be part of Regional meetings, Events, and Trainings and projects when required
• To take responsibility for Communications within the Regions

Volunteer Support

• To provide support to existing IGG Units in the Region through direct and indirect contact
• To visit and encourage new Units, arranging in-place training during the initial 6-8 weeks period.
• To identify and help set up training courses when required.
• To support new adult Leaders in both existing Units and during the setting up of new Units, initially through weekly contact during meeting times.
• To support new Leaders through programme planning and an introduction to the Guiding programme.

Recruitment & Retention

• Recruitment and Retention of leaders and members by encouraging the development of the different Branches within a locality
• To promote Guiding in the wider community as appropriate
• To support Units, Districts, and Areas in running parents' evenings and other recruitment initiatives.
• To liaise with other, IGG Regional Development Officers and attend RDO meetings as and when arranged.

Other Duties

• To carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the CEO and/or Management Committee from time to time.
• To attend training sessions and staff days as required.
• To participate actively in Support and Supervision sessions.
• To complete timesheets and a work plan which is reported on throughout the year to the Regional Commissioner and CEO.
• To liaise with National Office staff as required, keeping communications fluid.

Conditions

This will be a 6-month contract covering maternity leave starting June 2026. The hours of work are 18 hours per week, and the salary scale is €28,250-€30, 870 pro rata.

Person Specification

• Good oral, written and presentational communication skills.
• Flexible working hours are required, including evenings and weekends to facilitate meetings with volunteers and young people
• Strong interest in Guiding, youth work, working and supporting young people.
• Commitment to the aims and methods and an acceptance of the values of Guiding.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational skills.
• Good IT competency including social media.
• Good time management skills and ability to manage a varied workload.
• Friendly disposition and empathy for volunteers’ needs.
• Be efficient and be able to work as part of a team and on your own initiative.
• Hold a current and valid full driver’s license and have the use of a car for work purposes.
• Ability to work with volunteers and professional staff.
• Motivated self-starter, with the ability to Prioritise.