Community Worker

Aug 20, 2025

SICAP (Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme)

Community Development Specialists

Two Full time positions

Part time may be considered

Reports to: Social Inclusion Manager

Located: Carlow Town and county and remote working where appropriate

Salary commensurate with experience (35K – 40K)

 

Job Purpose: This is an excellent opportunity to join Carlow County Development Partnership (CCDP) in the key role of Community Development Specialist.  Joining a high performing team and reporting to the Social Inclusion Manager, the purpose of Role 1 is to develop capacity within our communities and work towards greater participation and collaboration. This will involve working with community groups and individuals across the county.

The purpose of Role 2 is to develop and support the Carlow Women’s Centre, including programming, use of space and services.

Our ethos is a firm belief in inclusion, equality and social justice underpinned by a community development methodology.

 

Experience in providing supports and creative solutions in one or more of the following areas will be required:

  • Education and Training
  • Pre-development supports
  • Climate change and bio-diversity
  • Women’s supports including DA
  • Working with diverse communities

Application Process;

Interested candidates are required to send their Curriculum Vitae with covering letter by e-mail to eharvey@carlowdevelopment.ie on or before 5pm on September 3rd 2025.  Full role profile can be requested by email to eharvey@carlowdevelopment.ie

All applications received will be acknowledged.   Shortlisting will apply. Canvasing will disqualify.  Carlow Development Partnership is an equal opportunities employer

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