Type: Remote role (hybrid is possible)
Contract: 24 months
Closing date for applications is 5pm on Tuesday the 19th of November 2024.
The Executive Officer will:
● Be a focal point and Ocean Champion, mobilising members and stakeholders for collaborative actions that advance ocean literacy on the island of Ireland.
● Establish and build the IOLN Secretariat and be responsible for the administrative & financial management of the Network.
● Oversee and coordinate activities to implement the Network’s annual action plan and in doing so contributing to the delivery of the IOLN Strategic Plan (2024-2030).
● Help secure funding income to enable IOLN to recruit additional team members to the secretariat and increase the activities of the network to help achieve its vision
● Work closely with the Board of Directors, Advisory Panel and Working Group Chairs to ensure effective governance of the Network.
● Represent the Network at national and international events as required.
Required and desirable skills and experience
Candidate must:
● Be a proactive team player, fast learner, with the ability to create and maintain strong relationships among internal and external stakeholders.
● Be fluent in English, possess exemplary writing, communication and facilitation skills, strong planning and organisational abilities, initiative, and attention to detail.
● Have a creative approach to problem solving and experience with adapting key messages to suit different audiences.
● Proven skills in Microsoft Office and similar communication products.
● Already be permitted to work in the EU. The successful candidate will need to be resident in Ireland or Northern Ireland.