Business Development Officer - Employability Hub (SC******)
Stewarts Care
About us
Stewarts Care is a long-established voluntary organisation, funded by the HSE under Section 38.
We support people with intellectual disabilities through residential care, day services, independent living, job advocacy, and vocational training.
Purpose of the Post
Reporting to the Head of Service Innovation & Development, the Business Development Officer will be on a Fixed Term (3-Year) contract.
The role is to identify and develop new employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities, within the scope of the Stewarts Employability Gateway Hub.
Experience and Qualifications
A third-level qualification in business, marketing, recruitment, or another relevant field.
Track record in a business development role.
Experience of engagement with business and organisations across a range of sectors.
Flexibility to work across all areas outlined using own initiative.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to demonstrate a strong commitment to the values of Stewarts Care to improve the lives of the people we support.
Commitment to person-centred and rights-based approaches.
Ability to work independently and as part of a wider dynamic team.
Organisational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
Adaptable and creative in providing supports.
Strong IT skills including MS Office.
Desirable
Experience working in an employment development role.
Knowledge of Supported Employment and inclusive workplace practices.
Knowledge of Irish disability and social services (e.g. HSE, INTREO, Ability Programme).
Full clean driving licence and access to own transport.
Benefits and Perks
Financial: Public sector pay & pension, sick pay scheme, VHI group insurance scheme, Hospital Saturday Fund, Health Services Credit Union.
Career Development: Education and CPD support, progression and development opportunities.
Family & Lifestyle: Enhanced parental leave benefits, Cycle to Work scheme.
Health & Wellbeing: Free online GP, Employee Assistance Programme, discounted onsite leisure centre (gym and pool), subsidised onsite canteen.
Note: Certain benefits are available following successful completion of the probation period.
Salary
In line with the Department of Health consolidated pay scales, the current salary scale is GRADE V (CLERICAL €51,718 – LSI1 €59,969 – LSI2 €61,866 per annum, including LSI).
Reference
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Equal Opportunities Statement
Stewarts Care is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
Applicants who require assistance or reasonable accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process may contact ****** in confidence.
Position Details
Type of Position: Contract
Work Pattern: Full Time
Band / Grade: Grade V
Location: Dublin, Ireland
For more details, see the job description in the Additional Information section below.
Additional Information
Candidate Brief - Business Development Officer.pdf (Download the Document)
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