Dublin Autism Friendly City Officer Role holder will be responsible for supporting local communities & Dublin City Council in implementing and maintaining the Dublin Autism Friendly City Programme The Organisation:AsIAm is Ireland's National Autism Charity based in Blackrock, Co. Dublin.
AsIAm is a fast paced, growing organisation with a vision to create a society where every autistic person is accepted "as they are" – equal, valued, and respected.
The organisation's purpose is to advocate for an inclusive society for autistic people that is accessible, accepted and affirming.
AsIAm works to support the Autistic community and our families to fully engage in Irish life and build the capacity of society to facilitate true inclusion.Our Values:A key expectation of everyone who works for AsIAm is that they demonstrate our values; Perseverance, Same Chance and Service.
Our values come into play throughout everything we do at work – how we work together and how we deliver services to the people we support and to the people we work alongside.The Role:Reporting to the Inclusive Community Network Manager the Dublin Autism Friendly City Officer will be responsible for supporting local communities and Dublin City Council in implementing and maintaining the Dublin Autism Friendly City programme.
We particularly welcome applications from within the autism community.Key Responsibilities:Coordinate the activities of the Dublin Autism-Friendly Steering CommitteeSupport current Autism Friendly committees and promote the creation of new autism friendly committees in the Dublin AreaHelp local communities to drive Autism initiatives through education, support and advice Report to the National Co-Ordinator of the Autism-Friendly ProgrammeSupport the development and implementation of 3-year plans within each of the communities and the Dublin City PlanLiaise with other support structures within the organisation to provide co-ordinated supports to communities throughout DublinPromote the initiative to key stakeholders and at key eventsTrain committee members and key stakeholders within each of the communitiesMaintain a database of all community interactionsPromote the Autism Friendly Communities on social media, highlighting successes and championing initiativesSupport Dublin City Council in preparing to submit its application to the independent judging panelKey Requirements:Experience, Education, Skills, and Abilities RequiredExtensive knowledge of autism and autism related issuesProven track record of training delivery and public speakingKnowledge of disability rights and accessibility issues relating to autismExperience in developing accessible resources Proven track record in project management and deliveryAbility to measure impact and implement quality control proceduresAbility to coordinate and serve interests of multiple stakeholdersExcellent communication, negotiation, interpersonal, team building, and networking abilities A good understanding of budget managementStrong computer literacyFull driving licenceOther requirements relevant to the role but not essential are:-Relevant academic qualificationContract DurationThis is a 3 Year fixed term contract.Salary & BenefitsSalary will align with Grade IV as set out in the HSE Consolidated Pay Grades.Location / Working HoursThe role is based in AsIAm's head office in Blackrock, Dublin and is Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm with a requirement for travel.
Given the nature of the role, the role holder is required to have a degree of flexibility with regard to working hours as the role will require some evening and weekend work.