Caseworker

All the information you need to apply, including the application form is available at www.mrci.ie/vacancies

Job Description

The Caseworker will be responsible for providing quality case work, information and supports to migrant workers coming through MRCI’s Information and Support Centre.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide specialist information, advice and assistance to migrant workers and their families in areas such as family reunification, immigration, irregular migration, employment permits, social protection, and employment rightsConduct and participate in regular analysis of the issues facing migrant workers coming to the MRCI.
• Advocate and negotiate with government departments and other agencies on behalf of people coming to the Information and Support Centre.
• Contribute to the overall GDPR and data compliance in the Information and Support Centre.
• Input data into the Case Management System (Salesforce) and contribute to its development.

Person specifications

Essential:

• A degree-level qualification in Law, Human Rights, Social Rights, Social Policy or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant knowledge, skills and professional experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong commitment to tackling injustice, anti-racism and advancing migrant worker rights.
• Experience using technology for documentation, data management, and virtual communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to work well under pressure and prioritise a busy and varied caseload effectively.

Desirable:

• Experience in the Irish context of advocacy or casework in immigration, employment or a related field.
• Experience of information provision on a one-to- one basis.
• Working knowledge of additional languages.
• Working knowledge of Ireland’s immigration and employment permit system.
• Experience of identifying and advancing strategic cases for collective outcomes.
• Familiarity with tracking cases through Case Management Systems.
• Experience carrying out research and data analysis to feed into policy and legislative development.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary range of €39,000 – 47,000 (pro rata) based on experience
• One Year Fixed-term contract 4 days, 28 hours per week
• Office based role with an option to work from home one day per week.
• 25 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Extra Paid Closure days (End of Year & Good Friday): 8 days
• Further education and training support
• A diverse working environment with flexible and supportive working arrangements
• Pension contribution of 5% of salary to a PRSA
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program to support staff well-being and personal development

How to Apply

• Visit www.mrci.ie/vacancies to download the application form and find out how to submit your application.

Migrant Rights Centre Ireland is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. We welcome applications from everyone and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds with direct experience of migration to Ireland. MRCI is an equal opportunities employer. For more information on MRCI, see www.mrci.ie