ACADEMIC CO-ORDINATOR
FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME
THE MARY ROBINSON CENTRE
(Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland)
In association with the
Centre for Global Women’s Studies, NUI Galway
& Mayo County Council
(from earliest date possible to 30th September 2016 )
Please note that this is not a University post and NUI Galway is facilitating the online
application process for this post only.
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Job Advertisement
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Job Description
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Eligibility Requirements
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Online Application Procedure
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Academic Co-ordinator
Fixed Term, Full Time, with The Mary Robinson Centre
Employer
The Mary Robinson Centre
Associated unit at NUI Galway Centre for Global Women’s Studies, NUI Galway
Post Title & Subject Area
Academic Co-ordinator Fixed Term, Full Time, with
The Mary Robinson Centre (Women’s Leadership &
Global Issues Programme)
Post Duration
From earliest date possible to 30th September 2016
Based in
Galway, role will include regular travel to Ballina, Co.
Mayo
Reports to
Academic Director, Centre for Global Women’s
Studies, NUI Galway
JOB ADVERTISEMENT
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a fixed-term, full-time appointment
as Academic Co-ordinator with The Victoria House Foundation Limited, hereinafter referred to
as The Mary Robinson Centre, in association with the Centre for Global Women’s Studies, at
NUI Galway and Mayo County Council. The post is fixed term until the end of September 2016.
Job Purpose:
The post holder will be responsible to the Academic Programme Director for the development and
coordination of a schedule of academic activities for The Mary Robinson Centre and a range of
administrative duties. These will include: a visiting scholars scheme, public lectures and events, a
summer school, short courses, and research and learning visits.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate should have a Masters degree in a relevant area such as Education,
Environment/Climate Change, Gender/Women’s Studies, Human Rights, International or
Community Development, Migration, Peace and Conflict, or similar thematic postgraduate
programme in which global issues, gender and/or women’s participation formed a significant
focus of study or research. The candidate should be able to demonstrate a capacity to contribute
to the development and implementation of academic activities and events (e.g., workshops, public
lectures), as well as learning/training materials that foster synergies among researchers,
practitioners and communities. Candidates should have excellent English communication and
organizational skills including a facility with social media; be highly self-motivated, and be able to
present effectively both orally and in written format. Desirable criteria include a PhD, relevant
publications, and experience and knowledge of module development and delivery in online
learning environments. Strong IT skills and proficiency in a second widely-used language would
be an advantage.
Informal enquiries should be made to Susan Heffernan, Project Manager, The Mary Robinson
Centre at: email: info@maryrobinsoncentre.ie or telephone: + 353 86 809 396
Additional information on the Mary Robinson Centre is available at:
http://www.maryrobinsoncentre.ie/the-centre.html. Additional information on the Centre for Global
Women’s Studies is available at: www.nuigalway.ie/womens_studies
Salary: €30,000 p.a.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 17:00 (GMT) on Thursday, 19th March 2015. It will
not be possible to consider applications received after the closing date.
Interviews will take place in Ballina, Co. Mayo in April. Some interviews may take place by
Skype or telephone in the first instance.
Garda vetting will apply.
Full details are available at: http://www.nuigalway.ie/about-us/jobs/
Please note that appointment to the advertised post will be dependent upon approval by
the Board of The Mary Robinson Centre
The Mary Robinson Centre is an equal opportunities employer.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The successful candidate will coordinate the Women’s Leadership & Global Issues Programme of
The Mary Robinson Centre, under the supervision the Academic Programme Director in the
Centre for Global Women’s Studies, NUI Galway and the Project Manager of The Mary
Robinson Centre. The tasks of the post include: Development and implementation of a visiting
scholars scheme, a thematic summer school, and open access online short course; Coordination
of a speakers’ series and research visits to The Mary Robinson Centre and archives;
Development of content relating to the Women’s Leadership & Global Issues Programme for
website, social media and other outlets; Research assistance and contribution to writing articles
for publication in journals; Communications and promotion regarding the Women’s Leadership &
Global Issues Programme.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Visiting Scholar Scheme
 Design modalities and implement The Mary Robinson Centre visiting scholars scheme in
line with international standards
 Prepare and disseminate calls for applications from prospective visiting scholars
 Coordinate application, review and selection process
 Manage promotion, communications and logistics relating to the scheme and to selected
scholars’ visits and itineraries
 Liaise with visiting scholars to facilitate engagement with The Mary Robinson Centre and
archive and to input into content development, writing projects and public events of The
Mary Robinson Centre
Speakers’ Series and Research Visits
 Coordinate The Mary Robinson Centre Women’s Leadership & Global Issues speakers
series, 2015-2016
 Coordinate student and research visits to The Mary Robinson Centre
 Develop a short orientation programme and accessible learning activities to support
student engagement with The Mary Robinson Centre archives on small research
projects relating to Women’s Leadership & Global Issues
 Document visits and liaise with visiting researchers to gather material (photos,
testimonies) for inclusion in website, blogs and other outlets
 Manage all promotion and communications relating to speakers’ and research visits on
theme of Women’s Leadership & Global Issues
Summer School and Online Short Course
 Develop an inaugural Summer School (2016) curriculum with the Academic Programme
Director (theme: women’s leadership, climate justice, human rights)
 Coordinate promotion and registration process for the Summer School
 Manage communications and logistics relating to participation of Summer School
registrants and invited speakers and contributors
 Coordinate the documentation of materials and video-audio recording of Summer School
sessions
 Prepare and disseminate to participants appropriate learning materials and resources in
advance of the Summer School
 Design and conduct participant evaluations to inform the review and improvement of
Summer School curricula
 Develop a short, open access, online course based on the Summer School
 Promote and track uptake and completion of the short course
Research and publications
 As appropriate, work with the Academic Programme Director and/or visiting scholars to
undertake research, provide research assistance and contribute to writing articles for
publication in relevant journals
 Provide academic support and guidance to Summer School participants and visiting
researchers
Promotion & Communication
 Answer queries from prospective students/scholars/specialists and others interested in the
Women’s Leadership and Global Issues Programme
 Develop content relating to the Women’s Leadership & Global Issues Programme for
website, social media and other outlets
Administration and Management
 Prepare or contribute to preparation of reports to funders, the board of The Mary
Robinson Centre and/or the Centre for Global Women’s Studies
 Contribute to preparation of grant applications related to the academic programme of The
Mary Robinson Centre
 Organise and maintain records relating to areas of responsibility
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Essential Requirements:
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Primary Degree and Masters Degree in a discipline relevant to Women’s Leadership &
Global Issues.
Demonstrated capacity to develop and implement thematic activities and events (e.g.,
workshops, public lectures) and learning/training materials.
At least one year’ relevant professional work experience.
Demonstrated ability to write reports and strong documentation skills.
Excellent communication and writing skills, with an ability to communicate effectively
across social media channels.
Strong organizational skills.
Self-motivated, with the flexibility and capacity to multi-task, the ability to interact
effectively with others and to work as part of a team.
A demonstrable interest in applying a gender perspective to research and practice across
various domains, especially in relation to timely global issues.
Desirable Requirements:
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Ph.D. in a relevant discipline.
Lecturing or teaching experience.
Experience and knowledge of module development and delivery and online learning
environments.
Experience writing or contributing to publications.
Previous experience of administration of educational or research programmes.
Strong IT skills.
Proficiency in a second widely-used language
This is a new project and the successful candidate should ideally have/demonstrate:
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An outgoing personality and the ability to build strong working relationships with a range of
stakeholders e.g. NUI Galway, Mayo County Council, the Robinson family, members of
the Board and local communities in Mayo.
A positive and developmental attitude that focuses on the identification of pragmatic
approaches to addressing matters such as building awareness and the profile of The Mary
Robinson Centre, contributing to the development a network of relevant contacts for The
Mary Robinson Centre both within the academic, advocacy and community sectors.
ONLINE APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Post: Academic Coordinator
Employer: The Mary Robinson Centre (Ballina, Co. Mayo)
The Mary Robinson Centre is thankful to our partner NUI Galway for facilitating the
online application process for this post.
Non NUI Galway Employees
To apply, please go to the NUI Galway online recruitment portal. The following is a link to the online
recruitment portal:
http://erecruit.nuigalway.ie
The following is a link to a User Guide for the online recruitment portal:
www.nuigalway.ie/hr/documents/nuig_user_guide_support_external.pdf
Please ensure that you read the attached guide prior to applying for this post and allow
sufficient time to make your online submission in advance of closing date.
Please note that closing dates/ times will not be extended for user error
Late applications will not be accepted.
Current NUI Galway employees
If you are a current NUI Galway employee please use the NUI Galway Employee Self Service
(ESS) portal to apply for this post. The following is a link to the ESS portal:
http://ess.nuigalway.ie
The following is a link to a User Guide for ESS:
www.nuigalway.ie/hr/documents/internal/nuig_user_guide_support_internal.pdf
Please ensure that you read the attached guide prior to applying for this post and allow
sufficient time to make your online submission in advance of closing date.
Please note that closing dates/ times will not be extended for user error
Late applications will not be accepted
The completed application document must be submitted online to reach the Human
Resources Office no later than 17.00 (GMT) on Thursday March 19th 2015.
All applicants will receive an acknowledgement of application. If you do not receive an
acknowledgement of receipt of your application; or if you have other queries regarding the
online application process please contact recruit@nuigalway.ie or telephone 091-492151.
All substantive questions relating to the post or the outcome of the application process can
be addressed to: Susan Heffernan, Project Manager, The Mary Robinson Centre at:
email: info@maryrobinsoncentre.ie or telephone: + 353 86 809 396
Please note that appointment to the advertised post will be dependent upon approval by
the Board of The Mary Robinson Centre.