Job ref:
25/CW/24
Job type:
Temporary
Location:
Strule Arts Centre, Omagh
Salary:
SO1; SCP 25-27 £35,235 - £37,035 per annum
Closing date:
Monday 06 Oct :00
Job Title:
DevelopmentOfficerHeritage
Duration:
Temporary for 9 months (Maternity Cover)
Reports To:
Development Manager Wellbeing and Culture
Responsible To:
Head of Wellbeing and Culture
Directorate:
Community and Wellbeing
Location:
Development Office based at Strule Arts Centre, Omagh. However, the postholder may be asked to work flexibly across the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council area.
Hours:
37 hours per week, Monday Friday including occasional evenings and weekends as required.
Salary:
SO1; SCP 25-27 £35,235 - £37,035 per annum
Key Purpose Of The Post
This post will focus on delivering the actions set out in the Fermanagh and Omagh Heritage Plan, supporting internal coordination through the Councils cross-cutting Heritage Forum, and contributing to the development and delivery of heritage-led projects, including the Exploring Local Heritage PEACEPLUS project.
The role will support the delivery of key objectives within the Heritage Plan, including:
* Improvingaccesstolocalheritage
* Developingandpromotingheritage
* Workinginpartnershipacrosssectorsandcommunities
* Protecting and preserving the districts built, natural, and cultural heritage
This will involve close collaboration with the Fermanagh County Museum team, as well as with statutory organisations, local communities, heritage stakeholders, and other local authorities, to deliver coordinated action in line with the Councils strategic aims.
Key Responsibilities Heritage Plan Delivery
* Coordinate and deliver a range of actions from the Heritage Plan Action Plan, reporting on outcomes and progress
* LeadtheinternalHeritageForum,supportingcross-departmentalengagementinthe delivery of shared heritage objectives
* Ensureactivitiescontributetotheoverarchinggoalsofaccess,development, partnership, and protection
* Work collaboratively with the Fermanagh County Museum team to support aligned heritage delivery and interpretation
Project Delivery
* SupportthedevelopmentanddeliveryoftheExploringLocalHeritagePEACEPLUS project, engaging with internal teams, communities, and external partners
* Contributetootherrelevantstrategicorcross-borderheritageinitiativesalignedwith the Heritage Plan and PEACEPLUS themes
* Coordinate with museum staff to develop and deliver projects and initiatives as required
Programming and Engagement
* Develop and deliver a programme of talks, tours, and engagement activities that reflect the districts diverse heritage
* Supportcommunity-focusedheritageprojectsinpartnershipwithlocalorganisations, schools, and groups
* Work alongside the museum team to ensure public programming aligns with shared interpretation goals and audience needs
Stakeholder Collaboration
* Buildandmaintainstrongrelationshipswithstatutorybodies,heritagenetworks, community organisations, and neighbouring councils
* Facilitatepartnershipworkingtodelivercollaborative,place-basedheritage outcomes
* Contribute to museum and Council led initiatives that engage with communities on heritage themes
Communications and Reporting
* Producereports,briefings,andcommunicationsmaterialsinsupportofHeritage Plan delivery and related projects
* Work with the museum and Corporate Communications team to promote heritage initiatives across digital, print, and media platforms
Resources and Support
* Coordinatecasualstaffandvolunteersinvolvedinheritageactivity
* Assistwithprocurement,fundingapplications,andprojectbudgetmonitoring
* Support the museum team and other internal colleagues in strategic planning and the delivery of shared heritage priorities
General
* To comply with all the Councils policies and procedures including the Employee CodeofConductandtheEmployeeandCouncillorWorkingRelationshipProtocol, and as Line Manager, ensure that all employees comply with same.
* To promote the Councils equal opportunities policies and avoid all forms of discrimination as an employer and a service provider.
* ToimplementallFinancialandProcurementpoliciesandprocedures.
* ToensurefullcompliancewithallHealthandSafetyatWorklegislationinaccordance with the Councils Health and Safety at Work policy and all associated proceduresand guidance and to be an advocate for high standards of Health and Safety performance.
* Tocomplywithemployeeresponsibilityinrelationtoallrecordsheld,createdorused as part of the Councils business.All records, paper or electronic, are public records and accessible by the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of InformationAct2000,theEnvironmentRegulations2004andtheDataProtectionAct 1998.
* Toundertakethedutiesofthepostatalltimesinamannerthatenhancesand promotes the positive image of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council
* The postholder will be expected to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation. The above list should not be seen as an exhaustive list of duties, and the postholder will be expected to undertake other relevant duties, as required.
Person Specification
Role
The following have been identified as the top competencies for effective performance in the role at,
operational Level.
A definition has been provided including examples of positive indicators and more information on the competency framework can be found at:
Competencies will be assessed and monitored throughout the selection process. Respect for diversity and equality underpins the core competencies required for the post. Employees will be expected to treat all individuals with respect, respond sensitively to differences and encourage others to do likewise during the course of their employment with the Council.
EssentialCriteria
Hold a degree or equivalent qualification and
one years
**relevant experience of a) d) below;
Or
In the absence of the above qualification, a minimum of
three
years
* relevant experience of a) d) below;
* Relevantexperiencemustincludeevidenceof:-
* Projectplanningandevaluation
* Eventorprogrammedelivery
* Communicationsandadministration
* Partnershipandstakeholderengagement
Abilitytomeettargetsanddeadlineswithinspecifiedtimeframes
CompetenceintheuseofITincludingemailandMicrosoftOffice(Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Possess a full current driving licence and/or have access to a form of transport to carry out the duties of the post
Desirable Criteria
Previous experience within a heritage or related setting.
Theabovecriteriamaybeenhancedtofacilitateshortlisting.