Experience

Co-operative housing Ireland

• Ireland
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Member Engagement Manager

  • Aug 2020 - Present

  Supervised staff to reach the strategic goals of member engagement. Developed a strategy of engagement for the members of CHI.Designed a clear communication network to interact with the members.Developed a member engagement working group to ensure the voice of the members are heard and respected.Designed and deliver training for the members to comfortably sit on a board.Designed and delivered Community Development training to staff to ensure effective member engagement at all levels.Designed a toolkit to support members to set up their own resident associations.



Dublin City University

• Ireland
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Community Connector (Outreach Coordinator)

  • Nov 2018 - Sep 2020

  Developed a digital communications plan that connect with the Higher Education Institutions Supported individuals applying with the 1916 Bursary. Coordinated the development of the campaign that encapsulates College Connect #itcanbeyou.Collaborated with 4 Higher Education Institutions to promote the message of widening participation.Developed a regional Widening Participation strategy engaging with underrepresented communities.Conducted analysis of AIRO geocoded data to pinpoint communities for targeted initiatives.Project managed events that fully involve and respect communities.Developed a digital communications plan and managed budget and resources.Launched a user-friendly website (collegeconnect.ie); information portal to support thetransition to higher education for students from communities with low progression.Facilitated widening participation workshops to community and youth organisations.Managed the digital communications of the college connect programme.



Freelance

• Freelance trainer | facilitator | consultant

  • 2015 - Aug 2020

  Developed a workshop on the representation of young people in the media for the European Youth ForumFacilitated a Training for Trainers for 70 trainees for the European Student Network Collaborated with trainers to facilitate an expert group on the prevention of extremism through youth work for the European Confederation of Youth Clubs Designed resources European Confederation of Youth ClubsFacilitated an expert group for the European Youth Forum to develop a Quality Standard in youth policy.Designed and Facilitated a training on the topic of Cyber Bullying for Youth Exchange and Understanding.Designed a compendium on the topic of cyber bullying. Graphic Harvest and designed report on the topic of 'shrinking civic space' for the National Youth Council of Ireland Experienced trainer for the Young European Federalists



Jigsaw - The National Centre for Youth Mental Health

• Ireland
• Mental Health Care
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Youth and Community Engagement Worker

  • Oct 2016 - Oct 2018

  Recruited and supported youth volunteers to ensure a youth voice in the organisation.Facilitated Jigsaw training workshops nationally in schools and communities catered to youngpeople and professionals, respecting confidentiality and cultural sensitivities.Collaborated with community organisations to support young people’s mental health.Organised largescale awareness raising events.Engaged in research and development of the “It’s Time to Start Talking” Programme.Co- Develop policies inline with the ever changing external environment. Strategically manage the social media for Jigsaw Dublin City.



European Youth Forum

• Belgium
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• National Youth Council Delegate

  • Oct 2014 - Apr 2018

  Represented Ireland on the European Youth ForumChaired the 2018 General Assembly of the European Youth ForumDeveloped quality standards in youth policyParticipated in working groups with the topics of youth work, employment, youth policy and the Sustainable Development Goals Represented Ireland on the European Youth ForumChaired the 2018 General Assembly of the European Youth ForumDeveloped quality standards in youth policyParticipated in working groups with the topics of youth work, employment, youth policy and the Sustainable Development Goals



ECO-UNESCO

• Ireland
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• ECO Choices and Youth for Sustainable Development Programme Coordinator

  • Sep 2014 - Sep 2016

  Represented ECO-UNESCO on the National Quality Standards Framework Implementation Team. Collaborated with a number of youth organisations across the country.Child protection officer for the organisation. Developed and maintained the drugs and alcohol policy and the child protection policy.Facilitated QQI level3 & 5 qualifications (Community Participation/ Peer Education). Monitored and evaluated all programmes within the organisation. Developed a monthly newsletter and maintaining a strong social media presence.Supporting young people in a strategic fundraising plan.Organised national and international events in conjunction with the young people and staff in the organisation. Supervised interns, volunteers and Masters students on placement.Collaborated on the coordination of the Young Environmentalist Awards Final Showcase and Ceremony; the Transnational Youth ECO-Forum; UNESCO Global Action Programme Leadership training.



All Hallows College

• Ireland
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Lecturer

  • Sep 2012 - Dec 2012

  Facilitated lectures on the emergence of the welfare state in Ireland.Designed, preparing and developing teaching materialsSet and marked examinationsAssessed students' courseworkSupervised students’ research activities Facilitated lectures on the emergence of the welfare state in Ireland.Designed, preparing and developing teaching materialsSet and marked examinationsAssessed students' courseworkSupervised students’ research activities



Maynooth University

• Ireland
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Third Level Widening Participation Coordinator

  • Jun 2009 - Aug 2012

  Organised the Launchpad Orientation residential programme for students entering MaynoothUniversity via HEAR and DARE entry routes.Co-authored the Launchpad Child Protection Policy.Managed the training and health; safety requirements for 40 volunteer student leaders on aprogramme designed to transition 200 students from targeted equity groups into 3rd level.Conducted the programme evaluation and presented the statistical findings and maderecommendations.Assistive Technology Tutor for students with disabilities, providing trainings on specialised software, equipment loans and monitoring levels of engagement.



Rathmines Pembroke Community Partnership

• Masters work experience

  • Jan 2011 - Mar 2011

  Set up a Failte Isteach programmeWorked with a lone parents groupWorked with an older persons groupWrote funding applicationsInvolved in a strategic planning process Set up a Failte Isteach programmeWorked with a lone parents groupWorked with an older persons groupWrote funding applicationsInvolved in a strategic planning process