Community Employment Supervisor

We would like to invite applications for the following full-time, 12-month fixed term contract role,

Community Employment Supervisor

Cork

IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment.

The successful candidate will ensure the effective and efficient direction and co-ordination of the human, financial and material resources under their control and thereby achieve the stated aims and purpose of the community employment project.For the successful implementation of this role there are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed. Primarily these will be with the Department of Social Protection, CE participants, IWA staff and volunteers.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

Administration

The provision of an efficient and effective financial and accounting system in line with sound accounting procedures and conventions.

The preparation of financial returns i.e. wage claims, materials claims, and Participant Development Grant claims.

Installation and provision of systems controlling the operation of a cheque payments book, cash book, purchases book, petty cash system, debtors,

Manage creditors and general ledgers, participants payroll, bank account and PRSI returns.

Ensure payment of Participant Allowances.

Ensure security of cash/equipment in his/her area.

Installation and maintenance of an effective time keeping record system for participants on project.

Competent report writing and reporting skills.

Training Development

To fully participate in the Supervisor Development Programme.

To carry out an Identification of Learner Needs process with each participant on the project as part of the Individual Learner Plan process. To agree needs and to source and cost-effective training/development opportunities to meet the needs identified.

To prepare an Individual Learning Plan for each Participant for submission to DSP within the agreed time frame.

To implement the training and development opportunities which have been approved by DSP.

To maintain training records for each participant on the project as part of their Individual Learner Plans.

To monitor and evaluate training inputs with both the participants and training providers as part of the obligations under the DSP Quality Assurance process.

Human Resources

To plan and co-ordinate through the project participants, the agreed/approved work schedules for participants.

To communicate effectively with all participants on the project using Team Meetings and individual formal and informal 'one-to-one' meetings.

To develop a mutual understanding with participants in relation to their needs and backgrounds e.g. re-entry to part-time work opportunities where the participant had been long-term unemployed and developing a progression path for each participant.

Dealing with all disciplinary matters in relation to participants.

Community Employment

To execute the Community Employment Procedures Manual

Ensure that the work areas meet appropriate housekeeping standards and provide a safe and healthy environment for participants - both in terms of facilities and work practices.

Recruitment, supervision, scheduling and support of participants to ensure best returns to Sponsor.

Carry out any other function relevant to the position of Supervisor (Community Employment) as indicated by Sponsor from time to time.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Training, Experience And Qualifications

Major Award at 3rd level (QQI Level 6 or higher) in Business/Financial Administration, Training, Human Resources, Project Management or related disciplines is desirable.

Previous supervisory and people management experience relevant to the post (3 years minimum)

Previous experience in Administration, Project Management/or Training or other relevant positions.

Knowledge And Skills

Have a reasonable knowledge of the role of the Community Employment Supervisor. Demonstrate responsibility, commitment, and motivation to implement the spirit of Community Employment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office programmes, with a high level of ICT Skills such as MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Payroll and MS Word.

A full driving license and own car are required.

Behaviours

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Excellent interpersonal skills, articulate and assertive.

Remuneration Benefits

Competent writing skills required.

Salary will be deemed by the Department of Social protection pay scale in line with the post advertised and previous experience

Starting salary for this role is €526.50per week unless you have previous CE Supervisor experience

Excellent working conditions

A commitment to the ongoing training and development of all employees

Annual leave as deemed by the Department of Social Welfare guidelines

Sick leave as deemed by the Department of Social Welfare guidelines

The closing date for Applications is Wednesday 25th September 2025

Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.

INDHP