Intense Irish Language Course
June 4, 2013
Comharchumann Ráth Chairn are organizing an intensive Irish language course this June. The course which will take place in the Ráth Chairn Gaeltacht from 24th -28th June 2013.
The week long course will have a special emphasis on accuracy and will take place from 9.30am-3.30pm each day. Those undertaking the course will get a wonderful opportunity to embrace the language on a daily basis within the community in their own time.
The Ráth Chairn Gaeltacht is situated about 1 hour from Dublin in Co. Meath. Ráth Chairn was founded in 1935 when families from Conamara moved under a land commission scheme to this area of Co. Meath. This living Gaeltacht provides an idyllic environment to learn and practice the Irish language.
Further information: 046-9432381/9432068 / rathcairn@eircom.net
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Celebrating St Colmcille this weekend
May 31, 2013
A festival celebrating the heritage of St Colmcille takes place this weekend in Glencolmcille.
The festival Opening Address will be delivered at 8pm on Friday night by Dr Eithne Ni Ghallchobhair of Royal Irish Academy.
This will be followed, at 8.30pm, by one of the highlights of the weekend, a bi-lingual lecture on the links between Donegal and the Hebrides by Aidan O’Hara. The Donegal broadcaster, who spent many years with both RTÉ and the CBC (Canadian Broadcasting Corporation) has just written a new book on this rich, fascinating topic.
Dr Dr Seosamh Watson will officially launch the book ‘Altlantic Gaels – Donegal Links with the Hebrides’ on Saturday at 7.30pm.
There are a host of other great events taking place over the weekend, including a beginner’s conversation class in Scots Gaelic taught by Andreas Wollf, a broadcaster with BBC Alba and an instructor in the Ulpan method of language teaching.
There will also be a concert of Gàidhlig and Gaeilge songs performed by Nóilín Ni Cholla; hillwalking along the famous Colmcille Turas, a tour of the Fr. McDyer Folk Village, and traditional music sessions.
Further information from Oideas Gael on oideasgael@eircom.net or 074 973 0248.
www.donegaldemocrat.ie
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Céad míle fáilte for Council Irish officer
May 31, 2013
FERMANAGH District Council is seeking to employ a dedicated Irish language officer whose role would include promoting the Irish language both within the Council and the wider community.
The Sinn Fein proposal, which was discussed at last week’s Policy and Resources meeting, will be debated at next Monday night’s full Council meeting. The Impartial Reporter understands that Dr. John Kremer from Queen’s University met with councillors last week and outlined to them what an Irish language officer would be expected to do if employed by the Council and reminded them to be aware of current equality legislation.
It’s understood that immediately after the presentation the councillors had to make a decision. Following a proposal by Sinn Fein, the councillors agreed to submit an application for funding to an outside body to recruit an Irish language officer. If successful in their bid, Fermanagh District Council will join other councils, such as Dungannon and Derry Council in employing a dedicated Irish language officer.
At Derry Council, the Irish language officer’s job includes offering a complete range of Irish language services, such as the management of feedback, enquiries, comments, compliments and complaints via written correspondence, telephone and electronic communications and in person, provision of translation services, provision of corporate documentation, forms, leaflets and publications and the provision of media engagement services.
The role at Derry Council also includes facilitating the use and promotion of the language.
Asked about the Council seeking to employ an Irish Language Officer, no decision has been taken, said Fermanagh District Council Chief Executive, Mr. Brendan Hegarty.
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Opportunity for fluent Irish-speaking researcher
May 30, 2013
Derry City council wishes to appoint a researcher/facilitator to develop the Story of Irish project. The facilitator will work directly with the Irish language community in the Derry City Council area to research and develop the story of the language in the area.
The facilitator will engage with a range of groups and individuals in the Irish language community to develop the story which will form the basis of a new interpretative exhibition which will help develop awareness of the language and its community among new audiences.
Deadline for applications: 21.06.13
Stepaside’s new Gaelscoil featured in the Three Rock Panorama
May 30, 2013
Kildare’s new Gaelscoil in the Leinster Leader
May 30, 2013
A new gaelscoil for Sandymount/Ringsend in 2014 – Information Evening, June 5th 2013
May 30, 2013
The Department of Education and Skills has announced that a new primary school is to open in the Sandymount/Ringsend area in September 2014. A campaign is underway to have the new school designated as a gaelscoil; there is no Irish-medium primary school in the area, and there is huge demand for places in the Irish-medium schools in the surrounding areas. The new school’s prospective patron, AN FORAS PÁTRÚNACHTA, along with GAELSCOILEANNA TEO., the coordinating body for Irish-medium schools, has organised an information evening on June 5th in the Ringsend & Irishtown Community Centre at 7pm. The event is open to the public and will focus on the benefits of Irish-medium education for all children.
This is a great opportunity for the community to get involved and take ownership of what will be a wonderful resource for the area for generations of children to come and to create a vibrant, successful school that they can feel very proud of. We would be delighted to meet you should you be interested in getting involved in the campaign to have a new gaelscoil established in the area.
Further information on the public event is available from Clare on 01 8535193 or clare@gaelscoileanna.ie.
Further information on AN FORAS PÁTRÚNACHTA is available on www.foras.ie.
Education Programme Manager – Ballymun Whitehall Area Partnership
May 30, 2013
A vacancy has arisen for an Education Programme Manager in Ballymun Partnership Ltd for an initial period of six months, with possible extensions to this period. Ballymun Whitehall Area Partnership works with people who are socially excluded or are at risk of becoming so, and promotes social cohesion and labour market participation with a focus on the most disadvantaged neighbourhoods.
This is achieved through a range of integrated activities in Education, Training, Job Placement, Early Childhood Services, Enterprise Support and Community and Environmental Programmes.
Applicants should submit a CV with a covering letter by 5pm on Monday 3rd June 2013 to info@ballymun.org.
Please include your availability and salary expectation.
It is intended to hold interviews the week commencing 10th June 2013.
Job Description: Education Programme Manager, Ballymun Whitehall Area Partnership
POSITION SUMMARY
This is a full time position, reporting to the Acting Chief Executive Officer, with responsibility for designing, implementing and evaluating the Education Programme for Ballymun and Whitehall in order to meet funder and company requirements. The position will initially be for a six month period, with possible extensions.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• To progress and develop mainstream Education provision through an area based approach in the Ballymun Whitehall Partnership area, particularly in conjunction with the Principles Network and Education Working Group Members.
• Overall management and development of the Education programme for Ballymun and Whitehall.
• Work in collaboration with major agencies in the area to facilitate and take responsibility for the training and education component of the Social Regeneration Plan for Ballymun.
• Line management, mentoring and developing the Education team.
• Represent the Partnership at education and other relevant fora.
• To be available as a resource to community members, colleagues and others working in or for the Partnership to assist, and advise, regarding their engagement with the education system and to facilitate linkages where appropriate.
• Work in collaboration with Senior Management and the Board of the Partnership.
• Support the company in any other duties as and when they arise.
Programme Management and Administration
• Continue to implement and evaluate the education programme within our annual plan, to meet forecasted targets (Action Output Indicators, Beneficiary Participation Rates and Strategic Plan Targets).
• Manage co-ordination of programmes and seek out opportunities for strengthening inter-programme learning and sharing.
• Ensure team targets, budgets and other key performance indicators set are met on a quarterly basis, in line with company and funder reporting requirements.
• Provide problem solving, support & mentoring to team members where potential issues on task completion are identified.
• Report to the Education Working Group regularly, in line with programme requirements, and liaise with the Chair of the Education Working Group on a regular basis.
HR & Personnel Management
• Manage and develop the Education Team.
• Ensure compliance with all Partnership policies.
• Undertake annual appraisals of team members.
• Delegation of tasks to the Education team, where appropriate.
Financial Administration
• Maintain project files for the Local Community Development Programme, in line with Pobal Financial guidelines.
• Indentify funding opportunities, as required, in order to deliver or enhance identified actions within the Local Community Development Programme.
• Deliver actions within funding requirements and company financial policy.
Community Relations
• Initiate, develop, and maintain cooperative relationships and networks with key agencies and funders in relation to Education actions.
• Listen to clients, volunteers, and the community in order to improve services and generate community involvement in regards to funded programmes.
• Represent Ballymun Whitehall Area Partnership with the highest standards of integrity at all times.
The candidate should posses the following skills and attributes:
• A relevant third level degree
• Significant experience in programme management
• In-depth understanding of Education and Training provision
• A knowledge and understanding of Fetac training
• Experience of operating within an area of social exclusion
• Proven ability to manage staff and work effectively with management
• The ability to plan strategically and think ahead
• Capacity to work to deadlines
• Excellent inter-personal and oral communication skills
• Understanding of financial systems/procedures
• Knowledge of local development and the changing local development landscape
• Excellent report writing skills
• Strong IT skills
The candidate will have the following qualities:
• Good Judgement
• Sensitivity to others
• Flexibility
• Be self motivated
• An ability to work with marginalised groups
• Understanding, promoting and working towards community development principles
• Independent, creative thinking and excellent problem solving skills
• Demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity
Other requirements for the job:
• Availability to work unsocial hours if required
• Full clean driving licence.
Learn a cúpla focal with Conradh Na Gaeilge
May 30, 2013
As the end of the school year beckons it is time to think about planning your child’s summer holidays. Fortunately, Conradh na Gaeilge may have just the answer for you.
The Conradh na Gaeilge renowned summer camps commence in July in areas including Castlegar, Lackagh, Corofin, Annaghdown, and Athenry.
Each camp incorporates the learning of Irish through sport, dance, music, art, games and other fun activities.
With more than 30 years’ experience and a top class reputation to boot, Conradh na Gaeilge is a top choice when it comes to summer camps.
For more information contact the Conradh na Gaeilge Galway offices on 091-567824 or visit www.arasnangael.ie
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Dianchúrsaí an tsamhraidh
May 30, 2013
Cuirfear tús an mhí seo chugainn leis an tsraith dianchúrsaí Gaeilge atá á eagrú ag Conradh na Gaeilge i nGaillimh.
Beidh na cúrsaí á reáchtáil in Áras na nGael, 45 Sráid Doiminic ó 11 – 27 Meitheamh le dhá rang sa tseachtain ó 7.00in – 9.30in gach oíche. Tá na ranganna dírithe ar 3
leibhéal – tosaitheoirí, bunleibhéal, agus meánleibhéal le costas ¤125 ar an gcúrsa.
Le linn an chúrsa beidh béim mhór ar chomhrá agus ar labhairt na Gaeilge. Beidh na rannpháirtithe in ann feabhas a chur ar a gcuid Gaeilge labhartha trí chleachtadh agus trí theagasc den scoth.
Maidir leis na rannpháirtithe a bhfuil Gaeilge níos líofa acu, múinfear roinnt gramadaí dóibh freisin agus beidh siad in ann tuiscint níos fearr a fháil ar scríobh na Gaeilge. Ní bheidh fadhb ar bith díriú ar ábhar nó ar riachtanais speisialta sna ranganna beaga seo freisin más gá.
Cosúil le ranganna an Chonartha trí chéile beidh an curaclam ceangailte le curaclaim Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge.
Is féidir clárú ar www.arasnangael.ie nó teagmháil a dhéanamh le Conradh na Gaeilge, 45 Sráid Doiminic, Gaillimh, ag 091 567824 nó conradh@bradan.iol.ie
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