The Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference wishes to appoint a Coordinator for Migrants, Refugees and Justice and Peace.
Scope of the Role
The successful candidate will be responsible, under the direction of the Chair, and in consultation with the Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference, for the work of the Council for Migrants (Immigrants and Emigrants), Refugees and Justice and Peace (MRJP). The role of the Council is to promote the social teaching of the Catholic Church in a strategic and practical way through research, information and advice on the development of and advocacy for the care of migrants and refugees and advising on issues of social concern, both nationally and internationally.
The successful applicant will have:
- a postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline, with a primary degree in Theology desirable and appropriate relevant experience;
- a good understanding and is supportive of the social teaching, mission and ministry of the Catholic Church;
- a keen interest in justice, peace, migrant and refugee issues – both domestic and international;
- strong commitment to developing inter-church relations in Ireland;
- social and political awareness;
- have knowledge and experience of working with marginalised groups;
- the ability to network with political and/or civil society;
- have knowledge and experience of working within the voluntary sector;
- the skills to research agreed relevant topics to a professional standard;
- the competence to draft, summarise, analyse and present research findings, position papers and offer input into media statements in a concise and engaging manner;
- familiarity with the use of Microsoft Office Professional (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint);
- media, public relations and social media experience
Personal qualities:
- respect for the teaching of the Catholic Church;
- a positive disposition and constructive team player;
- self-motivated with excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills;
- be prepared to be flexible with regard to hours of work and travel.
The employer provides a hybrid working policy that allows for three days based in the office in Maynooth and two days working remotely per week.
A competitive remuneration package, commensurate with experience, will apply to this appointment. A detailed job description is available here.
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter (maximum one page) for the attention of the Chief Operating Officer, Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference at [email protected]
Closing date for receipt of applications: 4.00 pm on Friday, 13 September 2024.
