The Purpose of the Role

Student 2 Student (S2S) is seeking to appoint a full-time Executive Officer to join our small but very dynamic, student-facing team.

The Executive Officer will be working closely with the S2S Coordinator, S2S Programme Officer and with student volunteers to ensure the ongoing success of the Mentoring and Peer Support programmes. They will also support the ongoing promotion of the services offered by S2S and help to implement quality assurance for both the students accessing the services, and the volunteers delivering student support.

The Executive Officer will hold primary responsibility for a busy mailbox, and for significant levels of data processing including volunteer applications, Blackboard module scoring, mentor pairings, group allocations, orientation timetabling, and reimbursement requests. They will also be responsible for day-to-day management of the S2S social media accounts, weekly email communications with S2S volunteers and will support the maintenance of the S2S student spaces in House 47.

This role requires a flexible approach to working hours at peak periods and to support student meetings/events outside of normal working hours. This is a specific purpose contract, supported by external funding. This employment is not offered on an indefinite basis, as this funding is finite.

Post Summary- Student 2 Student Executive Officer

Post status: Specific Purpose Contract

Hours of Post: 35 hours per week

Closing date: 30-Apr-2024 12:00

Salary: This appointment will be made on the Executive Officer Merged Salary Scale ( €30,252 - €48,082 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie)

How to apply:

In order to assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (1x A4 page) via http://jobs.tcd.ie that specifically address the following points in their application.

• Applicants must have a minimum of 1 years’ experience in a relevant role. Applicants should clearly address this experience, including IT skills, data management, student/customer service, and office administration.
• An awareness of S2S programmes and the work of the Student Counselling Service is essential. Applications should include insight into why the role appeals to the candidate, and what they hope to achieve personally and/or professionally whilst working in the service.

To view the full Job Description and/ or to apply please visit http://jobs.tcd.ie

Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Hiring Manager Ralph Astley, S2S Co-Ordinator, astleyr@tcd.ie

Application queries about this post, please email Recruitment at E: recruit@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.

About Trinity:

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At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those who have been displaced due to war.

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