
Youth Development Officer
3 weeks ago
Through its network of volunteers and staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society.
SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas.
The Role: We are currently looking to recruit a Youth Development Officer (permanent full time) to join our East Region team in Sean Mc Dermott Street, Dublin 1.
The post holder will have responsibility for promoting and supporting the SVP Youth Development Programme in the East Region through a range of engagement models, with a particular focus on supporting and developing Young SVP Conferences in schools and third-level institutions.
The role also seeks to create greater awareness of the work of SVP and foster stronger support for the organisation by building meaningful links with schools and between schools and local Conferences.
A key aspect of the role is to provide young people with opportunities to experience volunteering, to help others in a tangible way, and to see the difference they can make in people's lives.
This experience is intended to support their personal and social development while also inspiring them about the work of SVP and the broader importance of social justice.
This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland's largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community.
Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required Qualifications 3rd level qualification in Youth Work, Education or equivalent area.
Training in group facilitation and learning with young people.
Experience Have a minimum of 3 years' full time post qualified experience of working with and using active learning methodologies with young people in group settings.
A team worker with an ability to prioritise tasks and to work well under pressure.
Excellent IT skills including knowledge of record keeping and database systems.
Has previous experience of working in statutory / voluntary / community settings.
Knowledge Knowledge of the Society and of its mission and values.
Knowledge of needs and issues of the poor and disadvantaged.
Has a knowledge of the background to social issues, social policy and social services.
Skills Excellent group facilitation skills.
Strong ability to manage events.
Strong presentation skills and skilled at public speaking.
Self-motivated with the ability to working on own as well as be a strong team contributor.
Proven ability to set own work plans with a progress tracking system in line with objectives set by line manager and National Youth Development strategy.
Enjoys working with young people and is passionate about social justice.
The person must also demonstrate the following personal attributes: Be honest and trustworthy Be respectful Be flexible Demonstrate sound work ethics Confidentiality Other Full job description for this role and list of associated benefits can be found here: Youth Development Officer - Job Desctiption 08.2025 East I f you meet these requirements and have the desire to join one of Ireland's best known, trusted, and respected not-for-profit organisations please click 'Apply for this job'.
Appointment is subject to Garda Vetting and satisfactory references.
Canvassing will not be accepted and may lead to disqualification.
Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are interested in being considered for this position, please apply as soon as possible as the role may be closed in advance of the date shown above due to high volume of applications.
SVP is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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