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Sustainable Energy Communities / Education & Youth - Programme Executive, Dublin
Client: SEAI
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: a2f2c1dc4507
Job Views: 2
Posted: 21.03.2025
Job Description
Job Title
* Education & Youth
€51,511 pa (Other arrangements may apply if coming directly from another civil or public service body)
5-year fixed term contract
Work Location
Dublin, Dundalk, Cork or Sligo
Closing Date
Midnight, Tuesday 1st April 2025
Role Profile
We have a number of exciting opportunities in the Sustainable Energy Communities, and Education & Youth Programmes within the Decarbonised Heat and System Supports Department.
The Decarbonised Heat and System Support Department is new to SEAI and comprises the transfer of existing functions plus the establishment of the new national District Heating Centre of Excellence. The existing functions comprise of the Decarbonised Heating and Cooling research function, the Single Point of Contact service for consenting in renewable energy projects, and the SEAI Sustainable Energy Communities, Education and Youth and RESS programmes.
These positions will play a key role in the Decarbonised Heat and System Supports Department and will report to the Sustainable Energy Communities and Education Programme Manager.
The successful candidates will join an enthusiastic and innovative team who are committed to the high-quality delivery of SEAI supports to schools and communities in Ireland through the Sustainable Energy Communities (SEC) Programme and the Education & Youth Programme.
The successful candidates will be required to undertake ad-hoc nationwide travel to attend and present at events on behalf of SEAI.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:
* A degree (a minimum of NFQ Level 7 or greater) in Sustainability, Education, Social Sciences, Business, Environment, Engineering, Science, or other relevant discipline.
* Minimum three years' experience of working in this or in a related sector or in a similar role (postgraduate studies can be considered).
* An appreciation and general knowledge of the Irish education system and/or community sector particularly on points of intersection with the topic of sustainability and climate change.
* Experience building and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, presenting, and public speaking.
* Understanding of project management methodologies.
* Experience of working with or engaging with community groups.
* Knowledge of rural development, spatial planning, environmental, or another relevant sector.
* Flexibility, creativity, and innovation regarding programme development and delivery.
* Full Driving Licence.
Eligibility to Work
The SEAI has a legal obligation to ensure that all employees are lawfully entitled to work in Ireland. To qualify, candidates must hold a valid visa on the date of application and where applicable to support a candidate's application, candidates must submit a valid work permit/visa confirming permission to work in Ireland when requested. Failure to submit the required evidence, and failure to hold a valid permit/visa during the period of the contract, will result in the application and/or contract of employment being rendered void.
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