Programme Coordinator

Company Overview

Junior Achievement Ireland (JAI) works to keep young people engaged in education while helping them build practical capabilities for a changing world. Founded in Ireland in 1995, the organisation collaborates with 160 major partners nationwide to recruit, prepare, and support business volunteers who deliver programmes in schools. As part of an international network that reaches more than 10 million young people each year, JAI runs forward-looking learning experiences in entrepreneurship, science, mathematics, and life skills. Evidence indicates that students who take part in these programmes tend to develop stronger self-belief, better employability, and greater entrepreneurial mindset, leaving them better prepared for working life.

Role Summary

This full-time Programme Coordinator position is based in Limerick and follows a hybrid working model, combining office-based and remote work.

What You Will Do

• Coordinate relationships with schools and partner businesses to support programme delivery.
• Plan, organise, and oversee training sessions for business volunteers.
• Help deliver JAI education programmes effectively and on schedule.
• Support consistently strong programme delivery standards.
• Build and maintain productive connections with community and corporate stakeholders.
• Track programme results and help assess overall impact.

Required Background

• Hands-on experience in project coordination, timetable planning, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills, with the confidence to connect with varied audiences.
• Experience working with volunteers and delivering training, preferably in education or community-focused settings.
• Understanding of programme evaluation and impact measurement.
• Strong organisational ability, with the capacity to prioritise work and manage several responsibilities at once.
• Comfortable using technology and digital tools for remote collaboration and communication.
• Education in a field such as education, business, social work, or a similar area would be beneficial.

Additional Information

No salary or stipend has been specified for this role. No vacancy count, start date, or application deadline was provided.