This Work Placement Experience Programme provides Participants with an opportunity to gain meaningful work experience, learning and training while on the programme. This programme is for jobseekers who are in receipt of qualifying social welfare payments and those transferring from a social welfare scheme or an ETB Training Allowance. Your eligibility for this programme will be verified by the Department as part of the application process.
Job Description
This is a training and work experience opportunity; no prior experience in this role is necessary. Accredited and/or sector recognised training will be provided to support your placement. Participants are eligible to participate in the WPEP QQI Work Experience Module which was developed by the Education & Training Boards in collaboration with the Department of Social Protection. This optional module will fulfil your accredited training requirements for the WPEP. The participant will gain practical experience in the following:
* Assist existing staff with the delivery of current programmes
* Inputting data to ensure good client management
* Promoting activities on Social media
* Preparing and monitoring budgets
* Taking notes and preparing minutes
During the 6 month placement the participant will gain practical experience in various aspects of working as an administration and financial assistant. On a daily basis, you will be assisting staff with client registration, procurement, budgeting and report writing. The participant will assist and learn their duties with the mentorship of an experienced member of staff. The participant will assist and learn in the following: Microsoft suite of applications and CRM software. You will always be working as part of a team that will be there to offer any support needed.
Role Description
Formal Training:
* WPEP Work Experience Module
* The IRIS CRM system
* Microsoft office packages
* Excel training/budgeting
* Customer service
* Health & Safety
* GDPR
* Governance
Informal Training: The participant will gain practical experience in the below:
* Teamwork
* Communications
* Local Development Company specific skills training.
* Training from mentor on organisational skills.
Career Level
* Not Required
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
* Minimum Experience Required (Years): 0
Application Method
Please apply to this vacancy by the following means:
This programme is for jobseekers that are in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment and those transferring from a social welfare scheme. Full eligibility details are available here.
How to register your interest
To register your interest, take note of the scheme reference number and then:
( Search using the scheme reference number and submit your details )
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