Applications are invited for a Craft Co-ordinator - focus Kerry Year of Craft 2011 - Contract for Services.
Role of Co-ordinator
- Compilation of comprehensive database of craft/gift producers in County Kerry (name, company name, sector, website, email, phone, approximate turnover). Information to be used in website or printed directory.
- Define criteria for inclusion in this database.
- Organisation of 4 showcase events in the County during 2011.
- Working on an area basis to ensure ‘local showcase’ e.g. with local festivals, events, venues of focal interest.
- Development of craft trails in the County in liaison with local groups or events where appropriate, ensuring consistent standards through a tailor-made approach.
- On a pilot basis, investigate opportunities of ‘exposure’ within existing structures e.g. airport, aquarium, Cill Rialaig, tourist attractions etc
- Development of craft trails in the County in liaison with local groups or events where appropriate, ensuring consistent standards through a tailor-made approachManagement, development and promotion of craft forum
- Promoting the interests of the members as outlined through the forum- negotiating on their behalf where requiredInvestigate legal status of group, possible registration as a community/voluntary group.
- Grant applications to relevant agencies on behalf of the groupTraining assessment needs of members.
- Liaise with property owners/Chambers of commerce regarding utilising vacant premises.
- Liaise with organisers of conferences that may link with craft activities.
- Examine options relating to the creation of a flagship retail space for producers.
- Examine the creation of a ‘Made in Kerry’ gift voucher.
Estimated hours and cost- 300 hours at €40 per hour (all inclusive cost i.e. includes vat, travel, phone calls etc). Total contract value €12,000
Ideal candidate:
- Interest and knowledge of the craft sector in the County and nationally
- Proven track record
- Proficiency in Irish desirable
- Available to start the position in February 2010
Please submit details of your cv and why you feel you would be suitable for the position to Kate Kennelly, Arts Officer, Kerry County Council, County Buildings, Rathass, Tralee, Co Kerry by Monday, 31st of January.
You can submit by post or by email (arts@kerrycoco.ie).
Interviews will then be held for shortlisted candidates.
For further information you can phone Kate at 066 7183541 or Victor at 066 7183522.
Contact Information
Arts & Culture
Rathass, Tralee,
Co. Kerry
Tel: (066) 7183815
Fax: (066) 7183613
Email: kkennell@kerrycoco.ie
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