Project Officer, G8 National Apprenticeship Office
The National Apprenticeship Office wishes to appoint a Project Officer with at least two years’ experience in project management and in developing curriculum and assessment.
It is desirable to hold a qualification(s) in one or more of the craft apprenticeships and have relevant experience within the related family of apprenticeships. The person in this role will also support implementation of the Action Plan for Apprenticeship 2021-2025, in particular key deliverable 13 to migrate craft apprenticeships into an integrated apprenticeship system. The person appointed to the Grade 8, Project Officer role will have an important project management and delivery role with NAO colleagues and the Director.
This is a permanent position for which the salary scale ranges from €46,203 to €73,246 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 NAO Application Form, quoting reference number 556, should be e-mailed to recruitment@nao.ie. Please complete the application form as specified. CVs will not be accepted.
The closing date is 12pm, Monday, 07 July 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 NAO Anchor Day - Tuesday.
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.