Environmental Education Unit Vacancies

National Spring Clean

At the moment, there are no vacancies on the National Spring Clean team but there are some open positions within the Environmental Education Unit.

The EEU of An Taisce is the national operator of a number of highly successful environmental education, sustainability and behaviour change programmes such as Green-Schools, Blue Flag, National Spring Clean, Clean Coasts and Climate Ambassador. The EEU of An Taisce works with a wide range of participant and supporters and sponsors to deliver these programmes.

There are the following opportunities within the Environmental Education Unit:

 

Careers

The EEU of An Taisce is the national operator of a number of highly successful environmental education, sustainability and behaviour change programmes such as Green-Schools, Blue Flag, National Spring Clean, Clean Coasts and Climate Ambassador. The EEU of An Taisce works with a wide range of participant and supporters and sponsors to deliver these programmes.

There are the following opportunities within the Environmental Education Unit:

Clean Coasts Coordinator, Eastern Region

An Taisce is now recruiting for a Full Time Coordinator for our Clean Coasts programme in the Eastern Region. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team of one of our most successful, innovative, and diverse programmes.

Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Coordinate all Clean Coasts programme community activities within the region, including Think Before You Flush community activities and Clean Coasts’ grant programme.
  • Maintain a high standard of communication and reporting in relation to community activities across the region.
  • Support and supervise additional staff/support required for the Clean Coasts programme in the region.
  • Work closely with the Clean Coasts Manager to ensure the programme is delivered consistently throughout the country.
  • Support the ongoing development of the programme methodology and resources.
  • Liaise with our existing partners in Local Authorities and other programme partners.
  • Monitor and evaluate the development of the programme in the region.
  • Provide administrative support for management.
  • Undertake any other relevant duties as may arise and are considered appropriate.

Key Competencies

  • Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve programme goals; values others’ ideas and expertise; supports and trusts in the experience of others; listens to and takes direction from others.
  • Planning, Organising & Managing Uncertainty: Develops clear goals consistent with agreed plans; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
  • Understanding & Communication of the Programme: Clear understanding of the programme’s focus and direction; communicates clearly and effectively; listens to others; tailors language, tone, style, and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed; identifies and engages in opportunities for information and knowledge sharing.
  • Commitment to the Development and Enhancement of the Programme: Shows enthusiasm for the development and refinement of the programme.

Job description: Clean Coasts Coordinator- Eastern Region (003)

Please submit a current CV and letter of application outlining your key relevant skills, experience and aspirations for the role to kmulvey@eeu.antaisce.org by 5pm on 17th July 2024

The EEU is responsible for developing and operating some of Ireland’s most popular and successful environmental and sustainability programmes. It is the National Operator for many international environmental education programmes of FEE (Foundation for Environmental Education), including the Blue Flag Award for Beaches and Marinas and Green-Schools, the international environmental education programme in operation across 93% of Irish schools.
It also operates a number of national programmes including: Green Campus, Neat Streets, Clean Coasts, National Spring Clean (Ireland’s largest anti-litter campaign), Green Home, Green Communities, and the Irish Greening Community Award Programme.