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Regional Development Officer (RDO) – Part Time (Maternity cover)
Eastern Region
Irish Girl Guides is recruiting a Regional Development Officer 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.
The Irish Girl Guides’ mission is to enable girls and young women to develop to their fullest potential as responsible citizens of the world. This is achieved by the volunteer Leaders running a non-formal educational programme with 500 plus Units across all counties in the Republic of Ireland. The organisation has charitable status, is a CLG and works to ensure it is compliant with all relevant legislation and codes of good practice. The Region is run by a volunteer-led Regional Committee who are supported by the RDO.
Location
The role is based mainly from home but requires 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, trainings and projects when required
- To take responsibility for communications within the Region
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.
Application
Please email a cover letter and CV to: Lorraine McHugh, ceo@irishgirlguides.ie. Closing date: 04 May 2026.
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- Event Coordination: Assist in organising, facilitating and coordinating volunteer recruitment events and workshops.
- Supporting Volunteers Onboarding: Welcoming new volunteers and provide them with necessary information to ensure a smooth transition into the next steps of onboarding.
- Communication: Maintain regular communication with potential volunteers, providing update addressing concerns, and fostering positive relationships.
- Data Tracking: Assist in monitoring the number of applications, volunteers recruited, and overall campaign progress.
- Data Analysis: Assist in analysing recruitment data to identify successful methods and areas for improvement.
- Campaign Evaluation: Assist to track and evaluate the effectiveness of the recruitment campaign and volunteer efforts.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, clear presentation, and effective communication with diverse audiences.
- Relationship Building: Ability to build rapport with potential volunteers and foster a positive and welcoming environment.
- Organisation: Strong time management, prioritisation, scheduling, and task management skills.
- Adaptability: Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing priorities and circumstances.
- Passion for Guiding: A genuine enthusiasm for the mission and values of the Irish Girl Guides.
- This job is based in IGG National Office and may involve travel outside of Dublin.
- Marketing, Sales and Social Media: Experience in creating marketing materials and managing social media campaigns.
- Event Planning: Experience in organizing and coordinating events.
- A qualification in a related field such as Marketing, Communications, Community Development, or equivalent.
- Experience working with volunteer recruitment or a related field of volunteerism, community development, or youthwork.
- Ability to travel to volunteer fairs and showcase opportunities, working hours may be during weekends and evenings.
- A full, clean driver's license.
- 18 hours per week (including travel), worked flexibly to suit the needs of the recruitment team and leadership meetings. Two positions available.
- Hourly Rate €17.00 per hour.
- Remote working and direct office working included to suit the needs of the program's development.
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- Ensure and deliver the highest standard of customer service to every customer via phone and email
- Track orders and process customer returns
- Support Guide Shop Assistants during busy periods and holiday cover
- Liaise with CEO and Finance Committee on budget and pricing policies
- Other ad hoc duties as requested by the Chief Commissioner or line manager
- Operate within the policies and procedures of IGG
- Awareness, knowledge and understanding of the ethos, culture and practice of Irish Girl Guides and be able to promote accordingly
- 29 hours (4 Days) per week
- €17.50 per hour
- Flexi time available
- Monday – Friday role with occasional weekend/evening meetings
- Annual Leave 21 days pro rata (18 days) plus additional company days at Christmas and Easter
- On site parking
- Paid training and development
- Wellness benefits including staff wellness days and access to free and low-cost counselling sessions.
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PUBLIC RELATIONS AND ADVOCACY OFFICER
- It involves internal communications, external communications, media relations, event and campaign management aligned with the mission and vision of the Irish Girl Guides.
- It requires collaborating with relevant staff and volunteers involved in events, campaigns, and public relations.
- The role will be to develop an internal and external communications strategy that will streamline the presentation of IGG nationally, meet the needs of all stakeholders, and promote and strengthen the IGG brand.
- It will involve developing creative ways to raise public awareness of IGG to enhance recruitment of new members, both girls and volunteers, and to enhance fundraising opportunities.
- This position will initially be for two years, with a six-month probationary period. The current salary range is €28,000 – €32K per annum.
- IGG offer flexible working options including hybrid working by arrangement.
- The contract will be for five days per week (Monday to Friday) normally from 9am – 5pm with some flexibility.
- Some planned evening and weekend work will be required, for which time off is given in lieu.
- Annual leave is 25 days (21 days plus an additional 4 days’ office closure – Easter, Christmas).
- This job is based in IGG National Office and may involve travel outside of Dublin.
- Significant experience working in Public Relations, Communications, Branding and Marketing
- A proven ability to design, deliver and implement Public Relations, Communications, Branding, Marketing strategy with easy-to-follow processes, that will support IGG volunteers.
- A track record in developing and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders.
- A relevant third level or professional qualification /or significant experience in a relevant professional sector.
- A full clean driving license and commuting cover on your Car insurance.
- An understanding of the charity sector, relevant regulations, and of working with volunteers.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in copywriting and editing.
- Knowledge of MS Office and a can-do attitude towards learning new IT packages experience in web design and content production is a plus, photo- and video-editing software is an asset.
- Strong organisational skills and time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to liaise effectively internally and externally.
- Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
- An understanding of the charity sector, relevant regulations, and of working with volunteers.
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