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Give Young People a Voice! – Join Us as
Kerry Comhairle na nÓg Co-Ordinator
Are you passionate about supporting and empowering young people? Do you want to be part of a dynamic team that makes a real impact in local communities? If so, we want to hear from you!
In KCYS, we are seeking a dynamic and motivated Youth Worker (Co-ordinator) to lead and support Kerry Comhairle na nÓg. The successful candidate will facilitate youth participation, co-ordinate activities and events, and work closely with stakeholders to ensure young people’s views influence policies and services. This is a part time role.
Kerry Comhairle na nÓg is one of 31 youth councils in Ireland, providing young people with a platform to have a representative voice on services, policies and issues that affect them. Delivered by KCYS in partnership with Kerry County Council, the programme empowers young people to actively engage with decision-makers at local and national level.
What You’ll Do:
- Co-ordinate and deliver all aspects of the Kerry Comhairle na nÓg programme.
- Facilitate meetings, events, and youth participation training.
- Support young people’s leadership development and representation.
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and partners.
- Oversee evaluation, reporting, compliance, and budget management
Why Join Us?
Meaningful Work – Make a real impact on young lives! – Professional Development – Training & career growth opportunities – Supportive Team – Work in an environment that values creativity & collaboration – Competitive Benefits – Salary, enhanced annual leave, paid sick leave scheme & more
If you’re motivated, passionate, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Join us & experience a quality & inclusive work environment, job satisfaction, flexible working, & more………..
Job Description and post requirements available to download here 👉 Job Description
Please submit Curriculum Vitae and cover letter outlining your suitability for the post(s) to humanresources@kcys.ie on or before:
12 noon, Thursday 25th September 2025
A panel may be formed from which future vacancies across KCYS may be filled.
Please note – we reserve the right to close or extend this campaign subject to application numbers. Therefore, we would urge you to submit an application as soon as possible.
KCYS is an Equal Opportunities Employer — KCYS is a Gold Standard Health Promoting Youth Organisation — KCYS complies with the Governance Code for Community, Voluntary and Charity Organisations in Ireland