Programme Assistant - WPEP Scheme - BLACKWATER TRAINING AND CONSULTING LIMITED
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Application Details
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
Based in Bailieborough, Co. Cavan Blackwater Training offer education and training services to the local community and beyond. We provide tailor made training, support community groups to secure funding for their projects and initiatives and work with partner organisations in Ireland and across Europe to access Erasmus+ opportunities.
The eligible participant will receive full training in all aspects of the placement. There will be a mentor there to guide and coach the participant.
The participant will assist with and learn the day‑to‑day activities, and over the six‑month period they will be:- Assisting with general office administration.
- Admin support to Training Manager by effectively liaising with colleagues and clients to enable completion of tasks and the distribution of relevant information.
- Training on communication skills and teamwork linking in with clients
- Mentored on how to manage Grant Application Systems
- Provide support to social media administrator as required.
- Prepare and set up for meetings and events.
Role 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.
They will be mentored and trained in the following:
Formal Training: WPEP QQI Work Experience Module.
Health and Safety TrainingTrain the Trainer
Informal training: Customer Service
Communication SkillsMicrosoft Office
Microsoft Excel
- This vacancy is suitable for Remote/Blended working
- Sector:
- Not Required
Candidate Requirements
Essential- Minimum Experienced Required (Years):