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Eligibility
About the Job
The purpose of this recruitment campaign is to form a panel for Kildare County Council from which permanent and temporary posts may be filled at Assistant Arts Officer as vacancies arise.
Education, Training and Experience etc.:
Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms have:
An ordinary Degree in a relevant discipline (level seven or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications) in Arts & Culture related disciplines (Arts Management, Youth Arts Development, Visual or Performing Arts, etc.) from a recognised awards authority.
A minimum of three years’ relevant experience, including practical experience, in arts administration, development and management.
A good knowledge of current arts practice and the organisation of the arts in Ireland, especially as it applies to arts participation and engagement.
Excellent organisational, administrative and IT/multimedia skills and the ability to sustain a complex workload and multi-task.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to work alone and as part of a team.
Proven track record in budget management.
Experience in working in a local authority context is desirable but not essential.
Please see Candidate Information Booklet for more details about this job.
Driving Licence
Applicants should at the date of applying hold a full valid Irish /EU licence, for Class B vehicles, or a licence acceptable to NDLS for transfer to full Irish licence, (Link below). They must be a competent driver and, shall drive a car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. The council must be indemnified on their insurance.