This position offers an opportunity to work in a feminist community development project that supports women’s equality and women’s well-being.

Employed by the WCI Board of Directors, the Development Worker is responsible for the engagement in community development work within WCI Waterford and to facilitate and support the development, well-being, training, and networking of women in the local area.

The successful candidate will have:
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working within the community development sector.
• Minimum of Level 6 qualification in community development or equivalent.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and facilitation skills.
• An understanding of grassroots feminism, community education and development principles.
• The ability to outreach and engage with women in the local area.
• The ability to identify the relevant training, supports and needs of women in the area.
• The ability to assist with the planning and the delivery of relevant programmes and activities within WCI Waterford.
• The ability to network with other community organisations to support women’s participation and strengthen referral pathways.
• The ability to work as part of a team.

Benefits Package working with Women’s Collective Ireland are:
• Access to a Pension Plan (following completion of probation period).
• Access to Hospital Saturday Fund (HSF) – Private Health benefit.
• 25 days annual leave (pro rata).
• 2 additional agency days per annum.

The salary for the post is based on the 2nd Point of WCI Development Worker Salary Scale - €33,491.00 (pro rata).