Muirhevna Mor Community Centre, Muirhevnamor Park, Muirhevnamor, Dundalk, Co Louth.

Job Opportunity: Local Training Initiative (LTI) Coordinator

Location: Muirhevnamor Community Centre Contract Duration: 1-Year Rolling Contract

About Us: 

Muirhevnamor Community Council CLG is on the lookout for a dedicated and dynamic Local Training Initiative (LTI) Coordinator. Our LTI programme, funded by the Louth Meath Education and Training Board (LMETB), empowers unemployed young adults aged 18-35 through a range of training and personal development opportunities. The programme is designed to help learners transition into employment, further education, or advanced training by providing QQI-accredited training and additional certifications.

Role Overview: 

As the LTI Coordinator, you will lead and manage the delivery of our training programmes, ensuring they meet the needs of our learners and stakeholders. This role involves overseeing daily operations, supporting learners, managing tutors, and ensuring the programme's quality and success. Facilitate and/or provide basic replacement support sessions for tutors who may be absent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Governance & Leadership:
  • Provide clear leadership and ensure compliance with all reporting requirements for LMETB, regulators, and the Board of Management.
  • Develop and implement programme objectives, policies, and procedures in consultation with stakeholders.
  • Maintain high standards of quality assurance and engage in curriculum development.
• Financial Management:
  • Work closely with LMETB Training Services to manage annual budgets, monitor expenditure, and ensure financial compliance.
  • Prepare and submit funding claims following LMETB procedures.
• Learner Support:
  • Create and maintain individual learner training plans, focusing on person-centred, high-quality training.
  • Lead and implement policies related to safeguarding, attendance, health and safety, and more.
  • Manage work placements, ensuring alignment with employer needs and skill development for learners.
• Strategic Planning:
  • Ensure the programme remains vibrant and connected to local and regional opportunities, in line with LMETB's vision.
• Partnerships & Networking:
  • Serve as the primary contact for learners, families, staff, and LMETB Training Services.
• Build and maintain relationships with local and national organisations, advocating for learner needs.

Ideal Candidate: 

We are looking for someone with:

• Experience in improving educational outcomes for young adults, especially in disadvantaged settings.
• A strong background in designing and delivering QQI-accredited training programmes.
• Excellent project management skills and the ability to handle a demanding workload.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with multimedia platforms.
• A deep understanding of the challenges faced by young adults in education, with a commitment to addressing educational exclusion.

Working Hours:

• 39 hours per week
• 21 days annual leave (pro rata)

Application Deadline: Please submit your application by the close of business on 05/09/2025

How to Apply: 

Send your application to mmcommunitycentre@gmail.com

Job Description on request.

Equal Opportunity: Muirhevnamor Community Council is an equal opportunities employer.