PROGRAMME MANAGER
POST: Manager, Programmes Support and Development Team, L?argas
REPORTING TO: Executive Director
JOB PURPOSE:
To support L?argas to achieve its operational and strategic vision
through the successful implementation of the programmes we deliver.
To maximise the added value of European programmes through exchange,
cooperation, learning opportunities and building programmes between
organisations and groups in Ireland and internationally.
PAY GRADE: Equivalent to Civil Service - Assistant Principal Officer
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L?argas manages national and international exchange programmes in
adult education, school education, vocational education and training,
youth and volunteering. These activities connect people in different
communities and countries and bring an international dimension to the
work of organisations across Ireland. We are the National Agency for
the Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps programmes of the European
Union across the sectors mentioned above. We are a company limited by
guarantee and a registered charity. We work under the aegis of the
Department of Education and Skills.
We have built a national and international reputation for effectively
managing significant levels of funding to support European
collaboration and exchange. We have also built a reputation for a
friendly and supportive approach to programme applicants and
beneficiaries.
We are now recruiting for an enthusiastic and driven person to join
the team in L?argas as Programme Manager. This is an exciting
opportunity for the right candidate to progress their career working
in intercultural partnership within European programmes for education,
training, youth and volunteering.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Oversee the effective management of the European Solidarity Corps
and Erasmus+ programmes in the fields of Adult Education, School
Education, Vocational Education and Training, Volunteering and Youth.
Ensure project teams are developing and implementing a strategic
approach to their area of responsibility and activity.
* Ensure compliance with all public sector and European governance
requirements as set out in National Agency guides, Public Sector
Codes, Programme Guides and European Commission Decisions and other
relevant documentation.
* Lead, manage, coach, and develop staff to maximise the
contribution of the team as a whole and in adherence with L?argas HR
policies and procedures.
* Build and maintain strategic relationships with the Department of
Education and Skills, Department of Children and Youth Affairs, the
European Commission?s Education and Culture Executive Agency (DG
EAC), as well as strategic stakeholders and European networks of
National Agencies.
* Build and grow strategic networks and relationships with
individuals, organisations and key stakeholders in the target sectors.
* Identify key audiences to increase awareness, understanding and
recognition of the potential benefit of international collaboration in
developing people, organisations and systems.
* Manage efficiently the financial resources delegated to the team
both in terms of project allocations and operational costs.
* Support and assist with any transition and change for staff and
beneficiaries which arise according to the operational needs of
L?argas and the evolving nature of EU programmes.
* Actively contribute to the development of the organisation as a
whole through participation in the management team.
* Actively contribute to the strategic mission of the organisation
through regular reporting to the Executive Director and the Board of
Directors and commitment to the L?argas Strategic statement.
* Actively contribute to strategic planning processes and the annual
planning and reporting process, including consultation with the
National Authorities and the European Commission.
* Contribute to organisational learning through sharing of
information and experience with colleagues by participating in, or
leading, cluster groups on themes consistent with your own knowledge
and experience.
* Assist in studies or research being undertaken on themes relevant
to the impact of the Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps programmes
in Ireland, or on the effectiveness of the management of the
programmes by L?argas.
* Take personal responsibility for your personal and professional
learning and development including active involvement in the L?argas
Performance Management and Development System.
* Demonstrate L?argas citizenship behaviours and values in your
work.
* Any other task which may be assigned to you by the Executive
Director.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
_ESSENTIAL SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:_
* Qualification (degree or higher) in relevant subject area
(education, training, youth work, or volunteering)
* Demonstrable knowledge of EU and National policy developments and
practice within the scope and subject areas above
* Proven experience in managing budgets and prudent financial
decision making
* Excellent interpersonal effectiveness and communication skills
* Proven experience in leading, managing, coaching and developing
people in a high functioning professional environment (min 3 years)
* Ability to think strategically, and implement strategic and
operational objectives to an excellent standard
* Proven experience of client focused networking and relationship
management
* Proven experience of delivering results in accordance with a
defined project management methodology.
_KEY COMPETENCES REQUIRED:_
* Leadership
* Judgement, analysis and decision making
* Management and delivery of results
* Interpersonal and communication skills
* Specialist knowledge, expertise and self-development
* Drive and commitment to public sector, European and L?argas
values
* Networking and influencing.
_GENERAL REQUIREMENTS OF ALL L?ARGAS STAFF_
We expect our people to show leadership, exceptional organisational
and planning skills, and to be analytical and conceptual thinkers with
excellent IT, networking and influencing skills. We expect excellent
interpersonal and communication skills, including presentation skills,
combined with an ability to fit within a team that works to support
the vision and mission of L?argas.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Send your CV AND LETTER OF MOTIVATION TO **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** to
reach us no later than 5PM ON **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** JULY **APPLY ON
THE WEBSITE**. Interviews will be held week commencing **Apply on the
website** July **Apply on the website**.
We work **Apply on the website** hours per week in a flexible
environment. This position is based in Dublin and requires national
and international travel.
_L?ARGAS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER AND WELCOMES APPLICATIONS
FROM PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES._
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
