Administrative Assistant - WPEP Scheme - Cultúr Migrant Centre

Cultúr Migrant Centre; Navan; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Navan is offering a work experience placement as an Administrative Assistant. This role is perfect for individuals looking to develop practical skills in administration and community work. Participants will gain exposure to various tasks such as data management, event coordination, and communications, with no prior experience needed. Formal training will be provided in Microsoft Office and digital design, ensuring a meaningful learning experience.

Benefits

Accredited training provided

Supportive learning environment

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations and assist with various tasks.
• Contribute to administrative processes, communications, and event coordination.
• Assist with data management.

Job description

This Work Placement Experience Programme provides Participants with an opportunity to gain meaningful work experience, learning, and training while on the programme. This programme is for jobseekers who are in receipt of qualifying social welfare payments and those transferring from a social welfare scheme or an ETB Training Allowance. Your eligibility for this programme will be verified by the Department as part of the application process.

Job Description

Cultúr Migrant Centre, Navan is offering a structured work experience placement for an individual interested in gaining practical skills in administration and community-based work. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to build experience in a professional office environment while contributing to meaningful projects that support migrant communities.

About the Role

As an Administrative Assistant, the participant will support day‑to‑day operations and assist with a variety of tasks that contribute to the smooth running of the organisation. The placement offers exposure to administrative processes, communications, event coordination, and data management.

Training

This is a training and work experience opportunity; no prior experience in this role is necessary. Accredited and/or sector‑recognised training will be provided to support your placement. Participants are eligible to participate in the WPEP QQI Work Experience Module which was developed by the Education & Training Boards in collaboration with the Department of Social Protection. This optional module will fulfil your accredited training requirements for the WPEP.

Formal Training Includes:

• Data protection – eCollege
• Microsoft Word and Excel – eCollege
• Digital Design and Marketing Essentials – eCollege

Informal Learning Includes:

• Survey design and Google forms training
• Introduction to Cultúrs administrative systems and procedures
• Shadowing team members during meetings and events
• Developing confidence in handling communications and documentation
• Gaining insight into community engagement and nonprofit operations
• Building teamwork and problem‑solving skills in a dynamic environment

Sector

• Human health and social work activities

Career Level

• Not Required

Candidate Requirements

• Essential
• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 0