Lough Ree Access for All CLG

Invites applications for the following positions in Lanesborough-Ballyleague:

Full Time – Boat Skipper of Disability Vessels & and Financial Assistant.
(Ref: LRAFA1A2025)

Reports To: General Manager of Lough Ree Access for All CLG.

Lough Ree Access for All CLG is seeking a versatile professional for a unique dual-responsibility role that combines the duties of a P2 class passenger boat skipper with general office administration and financial support. This position requires expertise in safe boating operations, along with skills in office management, financial reporting, and business development, emphasising the provision of accessible boat trips for people with disabilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Boating Operations

• Skipper LRAFA’s P2 Class Passenger Vessel on Lough Ree and River Shannon
• Conduct pre-departure safety checks on vessel, equipment, and safety gear
• Sanitise boat and equipment before each voyage
• Assist passengers with life jackets and embarkation/disembarkation
• Ensure proper securing of wheelchairs on deck
• Assist with boat launching, retrieval, and maintenance

Financial & Business Management Assistant

To Assist the Lough Ree Access for All Finance/Funding Manager with the following tasks:
• Assist with monthly management accounts and general accounting duties
• Process payments and collaborate with auditors
• Assist with payroll and preparation of financial reports
• Handle tax returns and develop new income streams
• Build partnerships within the disability sector
• Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain professional standards
Other Relevant Information

LRAFA is an award-winning social enterprise providing accessible boat and angling trips for people with disabilities. The role requires participation in disability awareness training programs. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as required, to meet service demands.

We particularly welcome applications that meet Pobal Eligibility Guidelines available on www.Pobal.ie
Strong business acumen and funding application skills are essential for implementing company strategies and meeting growth targets.

QUAILIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Essential Qualifications:

• Valid P2 or equivalent Passenger Boat Qualification.
• Clean driving license with Category W (tractor)
• Proven sales, networking, and business development skills
• Minimum 1 year administrative or bookkeeping experience
• Expert Microsoft Office skills

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in angling and angling tourism
• Experience working with people with disabilities
• Inclusive Adventure Activities Training
• Safeguarding qualification
• Tourism Management Development or similar academic qualification –
• Basic accounting certification
• Knowledge of Accounting and Payroll Software

Salary: €30,000 Commensurate with experience/qualifications. Application Deadline: February 11th, 2025
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week as per disability vessel service demands. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as required, to meet service demands is essential
Contract: Initial contract for 12 months – which may be extended.

Apply with CV and Cover letter to email: secretary@accessforallboattrips.com

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Lough Ree Access For All CLG is an Equal Opportunities Employer Satisfactory references and Garda vetting will be required.