Assistant Manager, G7 - Transformation Project Management Office (Temp, 3 Years) 4 posts ref no:569
SOLAS, the Further Education and Training Authority of Ireland, was established on 27 October 2013 and its mission is to fund, co-ordinate and monitor a range of Further Education and Training (FET) provisions that is responsive to the needs of learners and employers. It is an agency of the recently formed Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science. SOLAS works in close collaboration with Education and Training Boards (ETBs) across Ireland on provision of high-quality further education and training, equipping learners with relevant skills and knowledge, and providing a pipeline of talent into employment and to the Irish economy and society.
At SOLAS, we put the learner, employers and communities, which FET serves, at the heart of everything we do. Working with sister agencies, SOLAS leads actions in key policy and strategy documents including the most recent Further Education and Training (FET) Strategy 2020 – 2024, the evaluation of the National Youthreach Programmes (2019), the National Skills Strategy 2025 and the People Strategy 2020-2024 and others.
SOLAS holds responsibility for setting the strategic direction for the FET Sector via a five-year strategy that sets out an ambitious vision for the future of Further Education and Training (FET). The last FET Strategy ( FutureFET: Transforming Learning) concluded at the end of 2024 and the next FET Strategy 2025-2029 will be published shortly. This new FET Strategy will look to build upon the successes of the previous FET Strategy with a focus on skills delivery, sustainability, digital transformation and community values as well as consistent support for learners. The new strategy will also focus on supporting enterprise and on providing an excellent experience for learners. It will deliver cutting-edge and innovative skills as well as developing a FET system that is flexible and, in a position, to respond to changing needs.
SOLAS wishes to recruit four assistant managers to oversee and implement this new transformational agenda for FET. The roles are with the SOLAS TPMO which is responsible for implementing and providing the overarching governance framework for the implementation of the strategy as well as a leading role in the implementation of specific cross-sectoral projects.
The 4 posts are 3 year temporary positions for which the salary scale ranges from €72,970 to €92,343 per annum (inclusive of two long service increments) for a 35-hour week. Starting pay will be at the minimum point of the scale as per Government Circular E100/8/82. Exceptional circumstances may apply for candidates with current service in the Civil/Public service.
SOLAS offers an excellent benefit package including a contributory pension scheme and the opportunity for further training and development.
Applications, using the SOLAS Application Form, quoting reference number 569, should be e-mailed to recruitment@solas.ie. Please complete the application form as specified. CVs will not be accepted.
The closing date is 12pm, Monday, 23 June 2025
A Blended Working policy is in place and an arrangement is available to request with this role, a minimum requirement of 2 days per week in the office (Castleforbes House, Dublin 1). One of the days being the SOLAS Anchor Day - Wednesday.
Please note that as a public sector employee, you must reside in the Irish jurisdiction to avail of blended working, and in accordance with Department Public Expenditure and Reform (DPENDR) requirements, you must be available to attend in person if and when required.
SOLAS is an equal opportunities employer. Canvassing will disqualify.