Fiosracht Is Funded Under the SFI S Discover Programme 2016

Institute of Technology Tallaght Information Brief Fiosracht STEM Engagement Coordinator Closing Date – 17:00 on 3rd February 2017

Fiosracht (Curiosity) is a new innovative partnership between IT Tallaght, South Dublin Libraries and Foróige which aims to create a space for curious people of all ages to meet with engineers and designers to collaborate, create and share their different views and attitudes about the big problems that currently exist in the world.

At the heart of the engagement programme is the concept of bringing children, parents, teachers and experts from Irish based companies together to tackle some of the challenging issues in our society from a child’s perspective. These activities will take the form of 1/2 day, 1 day and 5 day camps and will use the Design Thinking process developed by Stanford University and the heart of this process is the idea of creating a sense of empathy between designers and stakeholders through a shared discussion. The Fiosracht Discovery Centre will be a constantly changing exhibition and exploration centre, curated by children and their families with the intention of inspiring a conversation within the wider community on the role of engineers in society. This centre will have a special focus on engaging girls and their families and stimulating a discussion around what it will take to make choosing a career in engineering become commonplace for young women.

Fiosracht is funded under the SFI’s Discover Programme 2016.

The STEM Engagement Coordinator is a key role in this initiative. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, she/he will contribute to the development of the Fiosracht Discovery Centre in The County Library, Tallaght. They will coordinate and promote a series of design and technology camps for primary and secondary school students and opportunities for the public to interact with the centre activities. The coordinator will work with a variety of partners, schools and external organizations.

Person Specification The ideal candidate will demonstrate the appropriate mix of enthusiasm, knowledge, experience and skills as outlined below:

She/he needs to be:  Organised, Enthusiastic, Creative, Proactive, Entrepreneurial  A dynamic self-starter with the ability to work as part of a small flexible team.  Excellent communicator and people person with a pleasant, friendly manner.

Essential  Degree in Design/Engineering/ Science/Technology or equivalent  Creative background  Experience with young people/youth work  Passionate about Design Thinking and willing to learn  Interested in equity, access, and empowering communities  Project management, budget management and event management skills  Flexible in approach and a great team player  Excellent IT skills, especially with regard to use of social media.

Desirable  Experience in design  Teaching young people creativity / art / science  Understands design thinking methodology  Engagement with STEM activities

Responsibilities and duties

 Plan, manage and implement camps, talks, seminars and other events  Stimulate interest in Fiosracht events and develop meaningful community engagement in the Fiosracht Discovery Centre and on social media  Liaise with the Management Team on developing events along with a marketing strategy to ensure strong take up of events and participation in the Fiosracht Discovery Centre  Cultivate partnerships with key individuals and organizations, locally, nationally and internationally  Coordinate evaluation of events  Develop a participant database  Promote events to key niche communities including schools, community groups, and local companies

Hours of work We envisage that this role will involve up to 540 total hours of work over 42 weeks at a rate of €13.80 per hour. An additional completion fee will be paid on satisfactory completion of the project. The hours will be performed in a flexible manner with more hours needed around the specific events. Institute of Technology Tallaght Application Form STEM Engagement Coordinator - Part Time Closing Date – 17:00 on 3rd February 2017

PERSONAL

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QUALIFICATIONS - Third Level Award Title & Year Awarding Final Year Subjects Grade Awarded Institution

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If you have any further details about previous relevant employment experience – please add the details on a separate sheet. Please complete the following grid to help us asses your knowledge, skills and experience Knowledge/Skill/Experience level Low Medium High Creative skills Experience with young people/youth work Equity, access, and empowering communities Project, budget and event management skills Team-working skills IT skills, especially use of social media. Experience in design Teaching young people creativity /art /science Knowledge of design thinking methodology Engagement with STEM activities Please write a paragraph describing your career aspirations and how your current education path and skill set fit with this aspiration, explain also how this project contributes to your career aspiration.

Detail below any further information you feel may be relevant to your application.

REFEREES Name and address of two independent persons, not related to you, who can attest to your professional competence. At least one of these should have supervised your work in the recent past. Name Address & Telephone Number

Are there any legal restrictions on your right to work in this Country? If so, please specify what they are:

OUTSIDE INTERESTS

If appointed, please indicate the earliest date at which you would be available to take up duty

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INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY TALLAGHT - CANDIDATES SHOULD NOTE THE FOLLOWING

All particulars asked for should be given on the application form. Reference to Curriculum Vitae is not sufficient, though you may, if you wish, submit a curriculum vitae and further information in support of your application. The closing date for receipt of completed application forms is not later than 17:00 hours on 3rd February 2017. Completed application forms should be returned to:

The Human Resources Manager Institute of Technology Tallaght Dublin 24 (Please ensure that the proper postage is applied, as under stamped envelopes may not be delivered in time) If you wish you may email your application to [email protected] to ensure that your application is in before the deadline. You should also send in your original signed application form. Please note however that it is Institute policy not to accept late applications.

If you have any queries, you can contact the Human Resources Department at 4042120 or 4042705 IT Tallaght is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the employment policies, procedures and practices which do not discriminate on grounds such as gender, civil status, family status, age, disability, race, religious belief, sexual orientation or membership of the travelling community.

Canvassing will disqualify. Applicants may be shortlisted for interview on the basis of the information supplied in their application form.

Applicants will be notified of the intention to call them for interview via e-mail or by phone.

Please note that you may be required to produce documentary evidence to support any statement made by you on this form. Original copies of qualifications, Birth Certificates etc. will be requested from the successful applicant(s)

Under our Freedom of Information policy, application forms and any other documentation in respect of applicants who are not offered positions will be kept for two years from the date of receipt.

The Institute advises that incorrect information provided by applicants during the selection process may invalidate any consequent appointment. This will apply no matter when the correct facts are established

If you are called for an interview and are a person with disabilities who would require any special facilities at the interview, please make contact with this office at that time to discuss what arrangements are necessary.

Citizenship / Permit Requirement: Eligibility to compete is open to candidates who are citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland. The EEA comprises member states of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Other candidates may be eligible to compete subject to their having or obtaining an appropriate work permit for the nature and duration of the position. In such cases it is their responsibility to get such permits, not the Institute.

Garda Vetting - Successful applicants will be Garda Vetted

Further information Check out the Institutes web site at http://www.ittdublin.ie or contact [email protected] or telephone 01 4042120