Role and Purpose
The key objective of this role is to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of our portfolio of European-funded projects in the areas of adult education, youth, employability, inclusion & integration, and vocational education. Working in a European collaborative environment, the ideal candidate will work alongside our partners to develop and deliver high quality educational outputs for a diverse range of learner groups within budget and on schedule.
The key responsibilities of this role are:
Project Management
- Complete all tasks foreseen in the application in a timely manner, respecting deadlines and quality standards.
- Oversee the planning, implementation and reporting of our contracted EU projects.
- Organise and facilitate stakeholder meetings to ascertain learning and training requirements.
- Take responsibility for maintaining regular contact with our European partners.
- Problem solve issues that may arise whilst maintaining the integrity of the working relations
- Participate in relevant EU Project Meetings and Transnational Training Events across Europe as required.
- Complete all required administrative tasks at regular 6-monthly intervals.
- Identify and nurture new collaborative relationships with stakeholders in the adult, VET, youth and community education field at national and international level for potential future projects.
Content Development
- Prepare learning templates for multi-media educational material (lesson plans, handbooks, video lectures, online escape room challenges, etc.)
- Monitor the quality dimensions of the development process and participate in peer reviews as required.
- Contribute to content development tasks as required for your allocated projects
Teamwork
- To work as part of the wider EU Project Team in the Company.
- To ensure open, professional and honest communication within the team environment.
- Such duties (including administrative duties) as may be assigned from time to time by the Head of the Project Management Team and/or Director.
Qualifications and Skills Required:
- A relevant third level qualification in European Studies, International Development, Project Management, Management, education/ training or a related field required.
- Project Management qualification desirable and beneficial. If no qualification, proof of relevant work experience must be clearly provided.
- Must have at least 2 years proven experience in project management (control of management tools, monitoring tables of activities, organisational planning, reporting, attending meetings, administration, etc.).
- Professional expertise with Microsoft Office and online research databases.
- Proven ability to meet targets and work to deadlines within a team setting.
- Experience delivering first class written reports.
Desirable Experience:
- Experience in managing projects involving multiple stakeholders – EU dimension would be advantageous.
- Working knowledge of the adult, VET, youth and community education and training sector in Ireland.
The candidate should possess the following skills and attributes:
- Self-starter, comfortable working independently to an overall workplan
- A good team player with enthusiasm, drive, friendliness and approachability.
- Responsive and adaptive to a dynamic work environment.
- High level of professional responsibility and integrity.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Meticulous, analytical and focused on results.
- Solves problems and implements solutions in a constructive, inclusive and creative manner.
- Precise methodological approach with effective organisational and administrative skills.
Terms of Employment
This is a fixed term full-time contract up to 31st December 2027 subject to the satisfactory completion of a probation period. The nature of the work will require EU travel.
Leave: The annual leave entitlement is twenty-five (25) days per annum, pro-rata for shorter periods. Entitlement to leave for Public Holidays is in accordance with the terms of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997. Future in Perspective is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Please note that we operate a compressed 4-day working week and all positions are based in Virginia, Co. Cavan.
All documentation received by the company will be processed in accordance with the relevant applicable data protection legislation. The information will only be used in the processing of job applications and for ongoing administrative purposes with job candidates.
To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter outlining reasons for your suitability for your chosen position to [email protected]. Applications must be clearly marked for the position applied for. Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday, 8th July 2026. Late applications will not be considered and shortlisting will apply. Candidates from non-traditional backgrounds are especially welcome.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €33,000.00-€38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Virginia, County Cavan: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Language:
Work Location: In person
