Westmeath Community Development

Ideal Candidates should have:

·         3^rd level qualification in Community Development

·         At least 2 years experience of   working in a community development setting.

·         Very good understanding and knowledge of Traveller Policy

·         Good Communication, Facilitation and IT skills

·         Experience of working in partnership with statutory, community and voluntary agencies.

·         Knowledge and or experience of  Health Promotion in a Community Development Setting

·         A good understanding of the Social Determinants of Health

·         Full clean driving licence and access to use of a car

·         Experience of working with the traveller community is desirable

For an application form and job details please contact  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Tel 044 9348571.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 13th November 2009 @ 5.00 p.m.

Applications must be made on the official application form in hard copy format and sent to:

Ref: TJP 10/09, LDSIP Co-ordinator, WCDL offices, ACT, Parnell Square Athlone Co Westmeath.

No C.V.’s will be accepted.  See below for application form and job spec.

WCD is an equal opportunities employer. This position is funded by the HSE