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Community Engagement Facilitator

An Taibhdhearc is the National Irish Language Theatre. We create, present and support the performing arts, including those of innovation and variety. We do this with and for artists and the Irish Language community across the country and around the world. The organisation is located in a historic building in the centre of Galway City with the following amenities: a theatre with a capacity of 145 seats, a studio space for meetings and rehearsals, offices as well as a café/bar for events and occasions.

Role Overview

An Taibhdhearc seeks a dynamic, experienced, and highly motivated Community Engagement Facilitator. The Community Engagement Facilitator will play a vital role in supporting and promoting An Taibhdhearc’s artistic ambitions; community engagement, facilitating and developing opportunities for young Irish speakers and training opportunities for artists working in the Irish language.  

Reporting

The Producer in the Community will report to the Artistic Director working closely with the senior team.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Please note it may also include responding to other engagement opportunities as they develop: 

  • Design and run a youth group

  • Set up and deliver youth drama workshop weeks at Easter and Halloween 

  • Liaise with the Artistic Director on the one production produced each year within the community/ Gaeltacht areas - delivering any community engagement potential as part of that production (taking part in the productions or in workshops/ Q&As/ panels etc)

  • Liaise with the Artistic Director and coordinate any school’s engagement/ tours/ workshops as part of the annual programme

  • Design and develop with the producer a small festival each year celebrating the work of made by the community groups

  • In collaboration with the producer seek potential partners/funders to support this festival. 

  • Design and deliver a series of training and skills opportunities throughout each year as part of Scil programme 

  • Work with the Bainisteoir Rochtain to deliver wider EDI development opportunities to theatre makers/artists in the Irish speaking communities particularly in under in underrepresented communities 

Essential Skills

  • Fluent Irish speaker with high standard of written Irish

  • Strong coordination and communication skills

  • A passion for community engagement and skills development

  • The ability to inspire and lead on community outreach work and training

  • At least 4 years previous experience in directing, designing and facilitating a programme of regular drama workshops for young people and community groups

Desirable Skills

  • Driving licence

  • Knowledge of community groups locally and nationally

  • An understanding of funding networks that support community engagements work

  • Basic budget/admin skills

Employment Terms

Salary: €52,000 pro rata per annum depending on qualifications and experience.

Hours: 9am to 5pm, between Monday and Friday. The Artistic Director is happy to arrange flexible working hour with the successful applicant on the condition that important periods (production and live performances) are well-covered.

• Holidays: 21 days pro rata annually, as well as public holidays.

• Probation Period: 6 months. Pension: Employer participation up to 5% depending on the employee’s contribution.

• Workplaces: An Taibhdhearc, 19 Middle Street, Galway, with possibilities for remote work.

• Start Date: Date to be arranged with the appointee.

It is expected that every staff member completes safety training in Creation, Disability Accessibility, LGBTQ+, and Priority Training for Children. We encourage all to be active in the life of the arts in the organisation.

Equality and Inclusion

An Taibhdhearc is dedicated to creating a varied and inclusive workplace. We especially welcome applications from people who are under-represented, including people of colour and ethnicity, people with disabilities, members of the Travelling community, and the LGBTQ+ community. Let us know of any accessibility needs on which we can attend in order to engage fully in the employment process.

An Taibhdhearc is dedicated to creating equal opportunities and is making an effort to working in favour of equality, parity and representation in the arts. If you would be interested in an informal discussion about the role, contact the Interim Executive Director, c.oconnell@antaibhdhearc.ie to arrange a suitable time. We would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

To apply send your CV and cover letter (2 pages maximum), displaying how your skills and experience fulfill the role requirements to: c.oconnell@antaibhdhearc.ie with the subject as “Iarratas ar phost Éascaitheoir sa Phobal”

• Deadline: Thursday 4th June 2026 at 12:00p.m.

• Interviews will be held promptly after the deadline.

• The interviews can be attended in person (i nGaillimh) or remotely, on Zoom.