Role: Manager

Directorate: Social Inclusion and Employment Operations
Unit: Programme Delivery Unit - Social Enterprise
Grade: 4
Reporting to: Head of Social Inclusion and Employment Operations

Role Purpose

The Manager of the Programme Delivery Unit (PDU) - Social Enterprise, is responsible for implementing the functions of the unit which includes the full operational delivery of programmes, from initiation to completion.

There are 4 PDUs with each managing a range of programmes. New programmes will be assigned to PDUs, considering the thematic focus and associated outcomes of the programme, and the capacity of the PDUs to take on new work.

Each Unit will contain a number of programmes, grouped together thematically where possible. This Unit will be made up of Manager(s), Co-ordinators, Administrators and Support Officers with skillsets and knowledge relevant to the Unit remit and functions to deliver a range of supports and services to organisations on behalf of Government Departments and Pobal. Support the Directorate as and when required with additional tasks.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification attached below.

Selection Process

A shortlisting exercise will be employed. Eligible applications will be shortlisted according to how well the experience and skills as described by applicants match the needs of Pobal for this post. Those candidates whose applications, in the opinion of the review panel, appear best suited to the position will be short-listed for interview.

The complete job spec, application form and further information can be found on the Pobal website: Pobal Job Vacancies

Deadline for application: August 1st, 2025

Pobal is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes suitably qualified applicants from all sections of society.