The Organisation:
AsIAm is Ireland’s National Autism Charity based in Blackrock, Co. Dublin. AsIAm is a fast paced, growing organisation with a vision to create a society where every autistic person is accepted “as they are” – equal, valued, and respected. The organisation’s purpose is to advocate for an inclusive society for Autistic people that is accessible, accepted and affirming. AsIAm works to support the Autistic community and our families to fully engage in Irish life and build the capacity of society to facilitate true inclusion.
Our Values:
A key expectation of everyone who works for AsIAm is that they demonstrate our values; Perseverance, Same Chance and Service. Our values come into play throughout everything we do at work – how we work together and how we deliver services to the people we support and to the people we work alongside.
The Role:
Reporting to the Autism Friendly Towns Manager, the Cork Autism Friendly City Officer will be responsible for supporting local communities and Cork City Council in implementing and maintaining the Cork Autism Friendly City programme.
We particularly welcome applications from within the autism community.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate the activities of the Cork Autism-Friendly Steering Committee
Support current Autism Friendly committees and promote the creation of new autism friendly committees in the Cork Area
Help local communities to drive Autism initiatives through education, support and advice
Report to the National Co-Ordinator of the Autism-Friendly Programme
Support the development and implementation of the plan within each of the communities and the Cork City Plan
Liaise with other support structures within the organisation to provide co-ordinated supports to communities throughout Cork
Promote the initiative to key stakeholders and at key events
Train committee members and key stakeholders within each of the communities
Maintain a database of all community interactions
Promote the Autism Friendly Communities on social media, highlighting successes and championing initiatives
Support Cork City Council in preparing to submit its application to the independent judging panel
Key Requirements:
Experience, Education, Skills, and Abilities Required
Extensive knowledge of autism and autism related issues
Proven track record of training delivery and public speaking
Knowledge of disability rights and accessibility issues relating to autism
Experience in developing accessible resources
Proven track record in project management and delivery
Ability to measure impact and implement quality control procedures
Ability to coordinate and serve interests of multiple stakeholders
Excellent communication, negotiation, interpersonal, team building, and networking abilities
A good understanding of budget management
Strong computer literacy
Full driving licence
Other requirements relevant to the role but not essential are:-
Relevant academic qualification
Contract Duration
This is a 1 Year fixed term contract with the potential to extend, subject to funding.
Salary & Benefits
Salary will align with Grade IV of the HSE Consolidated Pay Scale. In addition, we offer:
Annual leave allowance of 23 days p.a., rising in line with years of service
Additional paid time off (company days) as approved by Management
Hybrid working arrangements
Inclusive and neuro-affirmative team environment
Pension Plan (initially through “My Future Fund” and transitioning to Company Pension plan on successful completion of probation)
Employee Assistance Programme and Death in Service Benefit
Healthcare Cash Plan (on successful completion of probation)
Working Hours:
The role is fulltime and working hours are typically Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm with some flexibility around start and finish times.
The role holder is required to have a degree of flexibility regarding working hours with the expectation of some evening and weekend work.
Location:
Organisational location is AsIAm HQ in Blackrock however the position will operate on a hybrid basis from Cork (arrangements to be agreed on appointment).
Regular Cork City travel will be required with occasional Dublin travel.
Recruitment Timeline
Indicative timeline for recruitment for this position are below. Timings may be adjusted if needed and a further assessment stage may be added if required.
Application closing date: 27 May 2026
Interviews: Second half of June
Hiring Decision: End of June
Note: All candidates must be willing to undergo Garda Vetting should they be successful.
AsIAm actively support inclusion in the workplace and will endeavour to provide reasonable accommodations as requested by candidates throughout the interview process for this position.
AsIAm is an equal opportunities employer who reserves the right to practice positive discrimination as set out by the Employment Equity Act, 1998.