Social Activities Co-Ordinator

Job Title:          Part-Time Social Activities Co-Ordinator

Reporting to:   Joint Deputy Heads of Griffith College Cork

Location:          Griffith College Cork

Job Type:         Part-Time / Fixed-Term contract (32 weeks, 20 h/ week)

Job Summary:

The Social Activities Co-ordinator will be responsible for planning, promoting, and delivering a varied programme of social, cultural, and recreational activities that enhance the student experience. Working closely with Student Services, clubs and societies, and external partners, the postholder will foster student engagement and community spirit within the college.

Job Responsibilities:

•    Develop and deliver a calendar of social and cultural events aligned with student needs and interests.
•    Support the organisation of student clubs, societies, and volunteer initiatives.
•    Promote events effectively through digital platforms, noticeboards, and student networks.
•    Liaise with internal departments and external providers to secure venues, resources, and partnerships.
•    Encourage inclusive participation across diverse student groups.
•    Gather feedback to continuously improve the student social experience.
•    Assist with administrative duties, budgeting, and reporting as required.

Qualifications and Skills:

•    Experience in event planning, student engagement, or community development (desirable).
•    Strong organisational and communication skills.
•    Ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings.
•    Creative, approachable, and student-focused attitude.

About Griffith College

Griffith College is Ireland's largest independent third level institution with locations in Dublin, Cork and Limerick. The main campus is situated on seven acres within a mile of St. Stephen's Green on Dublin's South Circular Road. Griffith College enjoys national and a growing international reputation for student success. The College has gained an enviable, award winning reputation for providing students with first class lectures and excellent study material. Griffith College offers internationally recognised postgraduate and undergraduate degree programmes, complimented by a wide range of professional, short term and corporate training educational solutions - in Griffith college, there is something for everyone. Today there are over 7,000 students studying in the College, which is a designated educational institute of the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). Click the link for more information.  http://www.griffith.ie/ 

Our Vision

‘To be recognised among the leading, innovative and socially enterprising of Ireland’s universities”

Why work for Griffith College?

•    Competitive salary package.
•    Access to health cash plan for self  and family through salary sacrifice
•    Bike to work scheme.
•    Opportunity for continued training development and support.
•    Free parking facilities.*
•    Stunning historical premises.
•    Vibrant multidisciplinary and multicultural learning environment.
•    Innovative and agile place to work.
•    Welcoming environment committed to learner and staff development.
•    *Dublin campus on South Circular Road.

This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline of proposed areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing environment within the Faculty and the College.
Griffith College is an equal opportunities employer. Candidates must be eligible to work full-time for any employer in Ireland.