Our Generation Youth Worker

About the Role

You will join Youth Work Ireland as a part-time Our Generation Youth Worker based in County Louth on a temporary fixed-term contract from September 2026 to September 2027. The role supports the 'Our Generation' project funded by SEUPB - Peace Plus, aiming to enhance youth mental health and wellbeing through cross-community and cross-border collaborative efforts. The position offers a Development Officer Grade 1 salary starting at 41,500.49 with 35 hours working week.

The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing key youth programs designed to build peace, emotional resilience, and informed decision-making skills in young people aged between 11 and 25 years.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit young participants through proactive engagement with schools and community groups, overcoming participation barriers and fostering cross-community and cross-border shared activities.
• Plan and deliver flexible youth programs as co-designed with young people, covering core themes such as Mind Matters (emotional resilience), CHOICE (relationships and sexual health), Stand UPP (gender-based violence prevention), and Rise Up (leadership and social action).
• Manage practical arrangements including travel, venues, and refreshments within budget limits.
• Coordinate activities with partner organizations to maximize cross-community and cross-border engagement opportunities.
• Maintain programme fidelity by following session checklists and using evaluation tools as per SEUPB requirements.
• Record and monitor participation data, conduct outcome-based evaluations, participate in practice observations, and contribute to team and project reviews.
• Promote the peacebuilding program via social media and agency communications, adhering to publicity guidelines.
• Handle all financial, monitoring, and administrative responsibilities associated with the project, ensuring compliance with Youth Work Ireland's policies.
• Engage in continuous professional development, including relevant training and critical reflection to address emerging needs.
• Attend relevant meetings with lead partners and funders and uphold safeguarding, data protection, and organizational policies.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Professional qualification at Level 7 (NFQ) or equivalent diploma/degree in Social Work, Youth and Community Work, Social Care, or relevant Social Science field.
• Proven experience delivering structured, manualized youth programs in challenging environments.
• Valid and full driving licence with access to a car as travel across County Louth and neighboring areas is a daily necessity.
• Willingness to engage with young people in various settings regularly.

Desirable Criteria

• Level 8 professional qualification.
• Experience coordinating projects in similar contexts.
• Familiarity with peacebuilding initiatives and cross-border work environments.

Additional Information

Working arrangement is hybrid with remote work combined with frequent travel to schools, community organizations, and youth clubs across County Louth.

The role is part of a team including six full-time Youth Workers and one full-time Administrator covering multiple counties.

Application details: Submission of a completed official application form by email before 5 PM on August 21, 2026, is required. CVs will not be accepted. Candidates must specify driving license status and vehicle access due to travel requirements.