Rural & Community Development Officers
The role of the Rural & Community Development Officers (RCDO’s) is to build the capacity of voluntary community leaders and organisations in Co. Clare and to assist with identifying projects which will provide communities and the county with an identifiable comparative advantage in terms of securing national funding for projects. Projects supported by the RCDO’s are aligned to the objectives of the LECP 2024-2030 (Local Economic and Community Plan) and the Clare Rural Development Strategy 2030. This work is underpinned by community engagement that is based on established community development principles and practices.
By working collaboratively with the Elected Members of Clare County Council and each of the four Municipal District offices, the RCDO Team provides a crucial link between local communities and the local authority. This support to community groups in terms of community engagement and capacity building includes collaborating with other dedicated teams in the council such as the Climate Action Team, Integration Team, Heritage and Biodiversity Staff, Environment Awareness Team, and the Town Centre First Team. The RCDO Team also works with community and voluntary groups to provide additional sustainable community development supports, including group restructuring, inclusivity and governance training, succession planning and project development. The RCDO’s current work program has a county wide focus across the four MD’s in terms of project development and funding. To find the Rural & Community Development Officers for your area please see Rural & Community Development Officers Area Map
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Áras Contae an Chláir
New Road
Ennis
Co. Clare
V95 DXP2
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