POST: Youth Support Capacity Building Officer 
Specific Purpose Contract

REPORTING TO: Head of Youth Sport and ESC

JOB PURPOSE: 

• To support the successful implementation of Léargas programmes and initiatives specifically the new National European Youth Support Project.
• To provide outreach and targeted supports to youth sector and grassroots organisations working with young people.
• To increase the capacity of youth sector organisations for future engagement in European Programmes in line with National and European Youth Policies.
• To support the Irish Youth EU presidency events.

PAY GRADE: Léargas utilises Civil Service Pay Scales
Appointment refers to Executive Officer PPC - successful candidate commences strictly at point 1 €37,544

DEADLINE 5pm on 6th May 2025. In-person interviews to take place in Dublin on 12th May 2025

Léargas manages national and international exchange programmes in adult education and schools, vocational education and training, youth, sport and volunteering. These activities connect people in different communities and countries and bring an international dimension to the work of organisations across Ireland. We are the National Agency for Erasmus+ in Adult Education, School Education, VET, Sport, Youth, and the European Solidarity Corps (volunteering and solidarity). We have built a national and international reputation for effectively managing significant levels of funding to support international collaboration. We are a company limited by guarantee and a registered charity (CHY 8317).

We are now seeking an enthusiastic and driven individual to join the Léargas team as Youth Support Capacity Building Officer. Reporting to the Head of Youth Sport and ESC team, and working under the direction of the project lead, this role offers an exciting opportunity to advance your career while working with the youth sector on European project development.

Please Job Description attached below.

Application Process

Submit your CV and a concise letter of motivation (max 350 words) to recruit@leargas.ie by 5pm on 6th May 2025. In-person interviews to take place in Dublin on 12th May 2025

In your letter of motivation, using the Public Service Capability /Competency model for Executive Officer grade, please detail your experience under each listed competency, and demonstrate how these will support your delivery of objectives in this role. 

A panel of successful candidates may be formed following interviews, and candidates placed on the panel may be considered for future vacancies. Should a work permit be required for employment in Ireland, candidates must bring this to Léargas’ attention and obtain the necessary documentation.

Léargas is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from people with disabilities