Education Manager
GIY is looking for an Education Manager to lead our education campaigns and programmes. Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will have responsibility for delivery GIY’s current education programmes and campaigns (GROW at School & Let’s GROW), as well as continuous development of GIY’s school resources.
About GIY
GIY is a social enterprise founded in 2009 with a mission to create a healthier, happier, and more sustainable world by inspiring and supporting people to grow food at home, school, work and in the community. In 2021, we supported over 1,000,000 people around the world to grow their own food and develop more sustainable food choices. GIY employ over 30 people based at GROW HQ in Waterford, which is the home of the GIY movement and includes a 65-seat café, shop, grow school, cookery school and food garden. At GIY we pride ourselves on being an open, friendly, and supportive team. We know that we can’t have an impact as a well-being organisation if we don’t look after our own well-being. Our Wellbeing Policy is designed to help us live our best life and find the perfect work-life balance. It includes group outings, gym memberships, volunteering opportunities, an employee assistance program and lots more. GIY also offers a contributory pension scheme, genuine flexible working, and the ability to choose how to split your time between the office and remote working.
Specific Purpose Contract
This role is funded through a philanthropic partnership; therefore, we are offing a 2-year Specific Purpose Contract. This funding is subject to yearly funder reviews, but there is potential for a permanent role once the Specific Purpose Contract has ended.
Key Responsibilities
Skills & Qualifications
We are looking for someone results-driven, creative with strong commercial skills and a growth-oriented mindset. The ideal candidate will believe in GIY’s vision, share GIY’s values and have the following qualifications and experience:
Not necessary, but would be advantageous
Application Process
Pleas apply by 5th March with your CV and a one-page cover letter explaining your fit with the criteria outlined above. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Job Types: Full-time, Specified-purpose
Contract length: 24 months
Salary: €30,000.00-€35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Schedule:
Application deadline: 05/03/2023
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