Development Officer – Community Development

Closing date: 30th March 2026
Full Time

IDP is recruiting a Development Officer – Community Development (DO2) to support empowered, thriving, and inclusive communities across Inishowen. This role focuses on strengthening community participation, collaboration, and engagement.

What You’ll Do
The role includes:

  • Supporting community groups through capacity‑building, training and network development.
  • Leading community consultation, engagement and collaborative initiatives.
  • Supporting groups with needs identification, planning and solution development.
  • Coordinating training on governance, compliance and committee skills.
  • Assisting with funding applications, reporting and event coordination.
  • Working closely with local stakeholders to address inequality and social exclusion.

What You’ll Bring

  • A Level 8 qualification in Community Development, Education, Business, Social Science or related field.
  • Minimum 3+ years’ experience in the community, voluntary or social enterprise sector.
  • Excellent communication, advocacy and networking skills.
  • Strong organisational, research and report‑writing abilities.
  • A full clean driving licence and access to a car.

Contract: Fixed term to December 2028
Closing Date: Monday 30 March 2026 at 1pm
How to Apply: Submit IDP’s application form, CV and cover letter to [email protected]

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IDP is an equal opportunities employer.