Partnerships Coordinator

About the Role

Spencer Recruitment is collaborating with a premier professional membership body based in Dublin 2 to hire an Education & Apprenticeship Coordinator. This organisation advocates for professionals in Ireland's construction, property, and land sectors. Their Education Department manages professional education across the members’ careers and delivers a broadening spectrum of apprenticeship, education, and corporate training initiatives. Reporting directly to the Deputy Director of Education, the appointed coordinator will manage apprenticeship programmes, offer assistance to apprentices and employers, maintain quality benchmarks, and aid in delivering and promoting educational and training services.

Primary Responsibilities

• Orchestrate apprenticeship programmes ensuring quality assurance, clear communication, consistent reporting, and learner support.
• Facilitate the yearly process of recruiting, onboarding, and keeping engaged employers and apprentices.
• Develop and nurture relationships with apprentices, employers, mentors, and education collaborators.
• Engage with apprentices during off-the-job training, providing continuous pastoral care and administrative aid.
• Organize and oversee mentor training and guidance.
• Assist in ongoing programme evaluation and improvements.
• Ensure programmes and assessments conform to professional, academic, industry, and National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) standards.
• Prepare detailed quarterly and annual reports for stakeholders both internal and external.
• Support quality assurance reviews and maintain comprehensive programme documentation.
• Stay informed on developments in industry, apprenticeships, and education sectors.
• Ensure educational materials cater to diverse learner requirements and are engaging and accessible.
• Assist with end-to-end delivery and administration of educational and training programmes using various delivery methods.
• Handle scheduling, communications, learner data, and operational logistics efficiently.
• Collaborate with team members to enhance educational services and learner support.
• Operate learning management systems and video conferencing tools to facilitate programme sessions.
• Support marketing and promotional activities for education and apprenticeship programmes.
• Participate in presentations, career fairs, and apprenticeship events representing the organisation.
• Attend stakeholder meetings and briefings when necessary.
• Work cooperatively with both internal units and external bodies involved in education and apprenticeships.
• Promote apprenticeship opportunities to prospective employers and learners.

Experience & Competencies

• Relevant background in professional bodies, higher education, apprenticeships, training, or programme administration.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and time management abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient use of learning management systems and video conferencing platforms.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and good overall IT skills.
• Adept at building and maintaining relationships with learners, employers, and external partners.
• Meticulous attention to detail and capability to prioritize competing tasks.
• Collaborative attitude with strong focus on learners or members.
• Willingness to attend occasional off-site engagements such as meetings, presentations, or career events.

Experience with Microsoft Dynamics or Moodle is favored. Familiarity with Ireland’s apprenticeship regulations is also beneficial. The new team member will join a supportive education division with opportunities for professional development and training.

Additional Information

The organisation serves multiple sectors including professional bodies, education administration programs, professional coaching and training, construction, and real estate. This role involves responsibilities related to education, administration, and project management.