Event Management Assistant - WPEP Scheme - The Green Market

The Green Market; Moycullen; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused enterprise in Moycullen is seeking participants for a Work Placement Experience Programme. This role offers practical experience in event management and community engagement, with opportunities to support various events and initiatives. No prior experience is required; the role is suitable for enthusiastic and reliable individuals who are willing to learn. The position may occasionally allow for remote work. This is a great opportunity to enhance future employability in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and reliable; willing to learn in a community-based setting.
• Interest in events, sustainability or the arts is an advantage but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, setup, and coordination of community events.
• Support daily operations and liaise with stallholders, artists, and customers.
• Promote events through social media and engagement strategies.

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

This Work Placement Experience Programme role offers a hands‑on opportunity to gain practical experience in event management, community engagement, and operations within The Green Market – a not‑for‑profit community enterprise based in Moycullen, Galway. The participant will support the organisation and delivery of a variety of community‑focused events and initiatives such as the regular Saturday indoor markets, art exhibitions, repair cafés, fundraising concerts, and our community cinema. The role provides a genuine opportunity to learn new skills, work alongside experienced mentors, and build confidence in a supportive, inclusive setting.

• Assisting in the planning, setup, and coordination of community events and markets.
• Supporting day‑to‑day operations, including liaising with stallholders, artists, and customers.
• Helping to promote events through social media and in‑person engagement.
• Gaining experience in customer service, cash handling, and stocktaking.
• Assisting management in delivering scheduled community activities.
• Learning how to maintain event spaces, including light cleaning and preparation duties.
• Supporting sustainability and waste reduction practices central to The Green Market’s mission.

Throughout the placement, the participant will receive ongoing supervision and guidance from a designated mentor. The mentor will provide structured feedback, support skill development, and ensure that the participant is fully included in the learning process. This placement offers the opportunity to learn about event logistics, marketing, teamwork, and health & safety practices, while gaining real‑world insight into community development and environmental enterprise management. The Green Market is committed to providing a positive, inclusive experience that helps participants enhance their future employability.

No prior experience is required. The placement is suitable for someone who is enthusiastic, reliable, and willing to learn in a community‑based setting. An interest in events, sustainability, or the arts would be an advantage but not essential. Remote work may occasionally be possible where appropriate training, supervision, and support can be maintained.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum experience required (years): 0

Sector

• Arts, entertainment and recreation

Career Level

• Not Required

Application Method

Please apply to this vacancy by the following means: #WPEP-2420559 – Event Management Assistant. Eligibility details are available on the recruitment portal. Contact an Employment Personal Advisor in your local Intreo Office for assistance.