Education Officer for Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG) JBLE1_NI

Education Officerfor Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG) Project Location: Based in Belfast with hybrid working (This is a regional role requiring flexibility to work across Northern Ireland.) Contract Type:Full-time: 37 hours,fixed term until 31st March 2028 Salary: £27,592 - £30,110 Reports to: Education & Training Co-Ordinator About Nexus Nexus is a Northern Ireland wide charity and 2024 marked 40 years of providing services in supporting victims and survivors of sexual abuse and abusive relationships. Trauma informed counselling to those affected by sexual assault and trauma from age 8 Post counselling support and follow-up A UK wide 24 hour Domestic and Sexual Abuse Helpline, which is funded by the Department of Health, Department of Justice, and the Department for Communities in Northern Ireland Education and Training initiatives delivered to a breadth of organisations, professionals, parents, schools and young people on topics such as consent, child sexual exploitation, handling disclosures and healthy relationships. Our most recent strategic plan (2023- 2026), latest reports, policies and research can be viewed here:About - Nexus NI We use lived experience, professional expertise and research to improve the development of relevant policy, practice and service commissioning. Our people our vital to the success of the organisation, they are a dedicated and professional group of individuals who uphold our values through the delivery of specialist, quality driven and sustainable services. Purpose of the Role The Education Officer will lead on the design, delivery, and development of education and prevention activity under the Strategic Framework to End Violence Against Women and Girls led by The Executive Office (TEO) in Northern Ireland. The postholder will contribute directly to the strategys prevention priority, supporting cultural and attitudinal change by delivering high-quality, trauma-informed education programmes. This includes work with schools, youth settings, community groups, professionals, and wider audiences to challenge harmful attitudes, promote healthy relationships, and prevent violence before it occurs. The role requires a strong understanding of gender-based violence, effective educational practice, and the Northern Ireland policy and safeguarding context. Key Responsibilities Education & Prevention Delivery Design, deliver and adapt educational workshops, training sessions and awareness programmes aligned with the EVAWG Strategic Framework and Delivery Plan priorities, particularly prevention and early intervention. Deliver age-appropriate, inclusive and accessible education on topics such as healthy relationships, consent, respect, gender equality, bystander intervention and online harms. Ensure all education activity is trauma-informed, person-centred and underpinned by feminist and rights-based principles. Programme Development Contribute to the development of evidence-based training, session plans and learning resources aligned with TEO EVAWG outcomes. Support continuous improvement of education programmes using feedback, evaluation data and emerging best practice. Adapt materials for delivery across diverse settings including schools, colleges, community organisations and professional audiences. Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain positive working relationships with schools, youth services, community and voluntary organisations, statutory partners, corporate partners and funders. Represent the organisation at meetings, forums and events relating to EVAWG prevention and education. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting Collect and analyse monitoring and evaluation data to demonstrate impact against EVAWG prevention outcomes. Use learning and evidence to inform future programme development and policy alignment. General Responsibilities Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of work. Manage time effectively, balancing delivery, preparation, travel and reporting. Person Specification Essential Criteria Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) or equivalent Demonstrable experience delivering education, training or prevention programmes related to violence against women and girls, healthy relationships, safeguarding or equality. Strong understanding of the causes and impacts of violence against women and girls and the importance of prevention-focused, intersectional approaches. Experience of working with diverse groups, including young people and/or adults, in educational or community settings. Ability to work flexibly, including travel across Northern Ireland and occasional evening work. Hold a full current driving licence valid for use in the UK and Ireland and have access to a car on appointment. This criterion will be waived in the case of a suitable applicant who has a disability which prohibits them from driving, but who is able to organise suitable alternative arrangements to meet the requirements of the post in full. Desirable Criteria Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (CET). Experience delivering EVAWG-related education within schools, youth work, corporate or community-based settings. Having a criminal record does not automatically prevent a person being employed by Nexus NI. If you are unsure what this is, please consult this website: As per Access NI Code of Practice Nexus NI has a policy on the recruitment of Ex-offenders which is available on request by sending an email to: All information disclosed will be handled in accordance with the Nexus NI policy on Keeping Information Safe which is available on request by sending an email to: A full, clean driving licence is required for this role, as the post involves regular travel between locations in the course of normal duties. This may be through access to a driving licence and use of a vehicle, or by other suitable means, such as public transport or alternative travel arrangements. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. In line with the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (as amended in Northern Ireland) and Equality Commission for Northern Ireland guidance, we will consider reasonable adjustments to the selection process and/or working arrangements where a disability affects an applicants ability to hold a driving licence, provided that the essential requirements of the role can be fulfilled. This job description is not incorporated into the employees contract of employment. For more information please visit our website.