Policy Officer – Crosscare – Dublin

Aim of the role: To develop and promote evidence-based policy proposals to further Crosscare Migrant Project’s policy priorities, manage existing policy projects and provide support to the information and advocacy team.

Reports to: Project Leader

Contract: 3 days per week, fixed-term contract for 10 months starting April/May 2015 (potential to increase days and be extended subject to funding)

Responsibilities:

Develop specific, practical policy proposals based on research findings for presentation to  policy makers
Produce policy submissions and research papers
Monitor and analyse trends from our information & advocacy services
Conduct lobbying and campaigning on issues related to the our policy objectives
Liaise with government officials, politicians and policy makers on key policy issues
Represent us at policy forums, conferences and in the media
Monitor the policy environment as it relates to the our work
Develop a framework to evaluate and review policy activities
Work as part of a team, engaging in team meetings, supervision, review and planning sessions
Promote positive working relationships with external organisations
Maintain Crosscare confidentiality at all times, following policies and procedures, and data protection legislation

The Holder:

Qualification/Skills Requirements

Essential Job skills / experience / qualifications required:

Degree / post-graduate qualification in social sciences or equivalent
Ability to conduct research and develop practical policy proposals
Ability to understand how policies impact on the ground
Strong writing/editing skills
Experience with social media
Commitment to Social Justice and a rights-based approach
Self starter with ability to work well under own initiative and as part of a team

Desirable experience:

Project/research management experience
Volunteer/line management experience
Experience working on Irish emigrant issues
Experience of migration-related issues and trends
Experience of promoting policy changes to elected representatives and senior officials
Knowledge of social welfare policies and legislation

Personal Skills:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Organisational skills
IT Skills (MS Office essential, social media/website skills desirable)

Remuneration: Salary scale starts at €34,351 (pro rata)

Application Process

To apply, please send a comprehensive CV and separate letter of application detailing your suitability for the role to recruitment@crosscare.ie

When emailing your application, please put ‘Crosscare Migrant Project Policy Officer’ in the subject heading.

Closing date for all applications is 4pm Monday 20th April 2015

website: www.migrantproject.ie

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