National Guide Dog Programme Coordinator

Il y a 4 jours

Paris, Ile-de-France International Guide Dog Federation Temps plein
Organization: Fédération Française des Associations de Chiens guides d’aveugles (FFAC) – French Guide Dog Federation

Location:
Paris, France

Job Type
Full time Deadline: November 30, 2026

Job Description
Contact at organisation: Thibaut Blairon, Fédération Française des Associations de Chiens guides d’aveugles (FFAC) – French Guide Dog Federation Phone: +33652012477 Email: t.blairon@chiensguides.fr Recognised as a public benefit organisation since 1981, FFAC brings together guide dog schools across France. Together, we share a common mission: to promote independence, freedom and safety for people with vision impairments through guide dogs provided free of charge, funded by public generosity.

About The Role
You will join the Federation’s Training Department, which supports member schools in developing their practices and organisational processes. Reporting to the Head of Guide Dog Programmes, you will coordinate projects and support cooperation and the sharing of expertise across member schools, respecting each organisation’s autonomy.

Key Responsibilities
• Manage projects, from planning and stakeholder coordination to implementation and evaluation.
• Facilitate professional exchange groups and help organise national meetings for school managers and practitioners.
• Visit member schools, identify their needs and support improvements in practices and organisation.
• Contribute to shared management tools and the collection and analysis of data across the network.
• Support training and professional development in collaboration with FFAC’s Education Department.
• Contribute to GD welfare guidance and monitor developments in standards
• Participate in international exchanges.

Your profile
• Qualified Guide Dog Mobility Instructor (GDMI), or equivalent, with substantial experience in guide dog training and supporting people with vision impairments.
• Experience leading a team, department or guide dog school.
• Strong project management, facilitation and writing skills.
• In-depth understanding of animal welfare and the operational challenges facing guide dog schools.
• A collaborative and diplomatic approach, with strong listening skills, autonomy and respect for confidentiality.
• A basic level of spoken and written French is required. Employment conditions Permanent contract (French CDI), based at FFAC headquarters in Paris, with on-site attendance for most

working hours
and frequent travel throughout France, including overnight stays. Start date: as soon as possible. Salary According To Qualifications And Experience.

How to Apply
Please send your CV and cover letter in French to t.blairon@chiensguides.fr Applications will be accepted up to and including 30 November 2026 and reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. FFAC is committed to inclusion and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Back to All Careers