Community Hub Project Worker
3 Year Fixed Term Contract, 21 hours per week. Hybrid role with travel to regional events. Coordination of national peer-support initiative for people with MND.
Job Title:
Community Hub Project Worker (Part-Time, 21 hours per week)
Location:
Hybrid role – Remote work with travel required for regional events. IMNDA HQ: Merchants House, Merchant's Quay, Dublin 8.
Reports to:
Community & Operations Manager (Tracy Hutchin)
Contract Duration:
Fixed-term, 3 years (2026–2028)
Subject to funding from the Three Sisters Fund
Salary Scale:
HSE Clerical Officer Grade
+ PRSI and Pension contributions
Purpose of the Role:
The Community Hub Project Worker will coordinate the implementation of the IMNDA Community Hub. This is a national peer-support initiative for people living with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) and their caregivers. The role will ensure a blended support model (combining a secure digital platform and in-person meetups) is accessible, inclusive, and impactful.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
Project Coordination
1. Lead day-to-day delivery of the IMNDA Community Hub programme
2. Manage timelines, track outputs, and ensure alignment with project goals and funder expectations
3. Liaise with internal IMNDA staff and external partners
Digital Platform Development & Oversight
4. Work with developers to launch and maintain a secure, accessible online hub
5. Moderate forums, virtual support groups, and peer interactions on the platform
6. Provide ongoing digital tech support and onboarding assistance to users
Regional Events Management
7. Organise 6-8 in person peer support meetups per year across Ireland, ensuring national reach and rural access
8. Coordinate logistics including venues, travel, accessibility supports, and local partnerships
9. Attend events and support facilitation of peer activities
Community Engagement
10. Build relationships with people living with MND, their caregivers, and extended networks
11. Promote inclusive participation through active outreach and tailored supports
Monitoring & Evaluation
12. Gather user feedback through surveys, interviews, and focus groups
13. Document learnings and suggest service improvements
14. Contribute to six-monthly reports and a final evaluation for funders
Person Specification:
Essential
15. Minimum 2 years' experience in community development, health services, or social care
16. Demonstrated ability to manage projects or coordinate services
17. Strong interpersonal and empathetic communication skills
18. Ability to maintain confidentiality in dealings with users of the hub
19. Comfortable with digital tools and online engagement platforms
20. Demonstrate an understanding of the needs of the MND Community
21. Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Desirable
22. Lived or professional experience with disability, terminal illness, or carer support services
23. Experience with peer-support models or group facilitation
24. Knowledge of accessibility, inclusion, and rural outreach strategies
25. Experience in voluntary/charitable sector
Additional Information:
- Travel will be required across Ireland for events (expenses reimbursed)
- Garda Vetting will be required for this post
- Training and supervision will be provided
- The post is funded under the Three Sisters Fund for three years