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Kids' Own Seeks Office Administrator (FÁS Graduate Scheme)

The successful applicant will work at Kids' Own office in Carrigeens, Ballinful, Sligo. This is a nine- month position and is open to those eligible for the FÁS Work Placement Programme, Graduate Placement.

The successful applicant should have experience in using computers and basic office software. It would be an advantage if they were familiar with Apple Computers.  They should have good communication skills, be resourceful, self motivated and work under direction from other members of the Kids' Own team. The position will be predominantly based at the Kids' Own offices however the successful candidate may be required to work off-site infrequently when support the team at external events or workshops.  As the office is in a rural location, ideally, the candidate should have their own transport or access to transport. Applicants must supply suitable character references and be prepared to complete a Garda vetting application form. For more information and a full job description please contact info@kidsown.ie or call 071 91 24945.

Please submit a cover letter and CV via email to info@kidsown.ie, by the closing date Monday 18th July 2011. 

Youth arts can broadly be defined as young people taking part voluntarily in creative, cultural or expressive activity outside of the formal education process. It can encompass participation and appreciation, as well as engagement with arts work specifically created by, with or for young people.

Art in Their Lives, A Policy on Young People and the Arts. National Youth Council of Ireland (2003-2007)

"Where words fail, music speaks"
- Hans Christian Anderson