Description

We’re seeking a Community Support Officer, Digital Inclusion to support rural communities in the Newry area to support the community to build digital skills, confidence and capacity.

Volunteer Now is a dynamic, person-centred organisation (IIP Gold recipient) offering hybrid and flexible working, health and pension benefits.

This project is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).

Salary: £25,476 p.a.

Hours of Employment: Full-time 35 hours per week (reasonable hours outside of this are required to fulfil the obligations associated with the post).

Contract of Employment: Fixed-term until 31 March 2029

Location: An office base is available in Newry (will be required to travel to other locations as necessary). Staff will be required to support the work of the organisation across all of its areas. A hybrid working policy is in place to facilitate home working as part of this post.

Essential Requirements: Applicants will have experience working with communities, voluntary organisations or rural development initiatives; in delivering training, workshops or support in digital or community settings and in engaging with diverse groups, including people with limited digital skills.

This role requires an Access NI Basic Disclosure Check.

Application: For full information, please download the Application Pack at https://www.volunteernow.co.uk/about-us/who-we-are/current-vacancies

To apply, please submit your CV (including all relevant qualifications and all relevant prior work experience) to leah.mccann@volunteernow.co.uk and submit this form with some additional information in support of your application.

Closing Date: Closing date for completed applications is Tuesday 5 May 2026 at 12 noon.

It is anticipated that interviews will take place the week commencing 18 May (subject to change).

Applications are particularly welcome from male applicants and those from minority communities.

Volunteer Now is an Equal Opportunities Employer.