We’re hiring! Training Partnerships Co-Ordinator 

 

Training Partnerships Co-Ordinator 

Contract Type: Part-time, two-year fixed term contract
Hours and Location: This is a 16-hour-per-week role. We are open to agreeing how those hours are worked across the week, taking account of both the needs of the role and the successful candidate. The role is hybrid, with some in-person attendance in Dublin.
Salary: €48,843 (pro-rata). For 16 hours a week the salary is €22,331
Reporting to: Head of Strategy and Innovation
 

How to apply: Please send your CV and a brief cover letter by close of business on Wednesday, October 28th to lucinda@inclusionireland.ie  

 

Inclusive recruitment: Inclusion Ireland is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require support or reasonable accommodation to take part in the recruitment process, please contact Lucinda at lucinda@inclusionireland.ie 

We will work with you to identify what would be helpful and how best to support your participation. Inclusion Ireland is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from people with diverse backgrounds, identities, experiences and ways of communicating and working. 

 

About Inclusion Ireland  

Inclusion Ireland works towards the full inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities by supporting people to have their voices heard and advocating for their rights under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities. Our vision is an inclusive Ireland where people with an intellectual disability are supported to live and participate as equal members within the community.  

  

About the job  

Inclusion Ireland is growing its Disability, Equality, and Inclusion training programme. which supports organisations to build greater understanding of disability and to create more inclusive workplaces and communities.  

The Training Partnerships Co-ordinator will help grow and strengthen the programme by developing relationships with new and existing clients and supporting organisations throughout their engagement with Inclusion Ireland. You will work closely with our training team, including co-trainers with an intellectual disability, and with colleagues across Strategy, Communications, Community Engagement and Administration. 

You will identify organisations that could benefit from our training, open new conversations and build strong, long-term relationships. You will support clients from first contact through to training delivery, feedback, follow-up and future collaboration, with a focus on creating opportunities for repeat and deeper engagement. 

 

Key responsibilities 

• Identify and develop new opportunities for Inclusion Ireland’s DEI training with: 

• Companies 

• Charities 

• Professional bodies 

• Membership organisations   

• Other potential partners 

• Proactively engage prospective clients and relevant decisionmakers, and work towards agreed booking and income targets. 

• Act as the main point of contact for clients, managing relationships from initial enquiry through to training, feedback and follow-up. 

• Understand each organisation’s needs and work with trainers to ensure training is relevant and responsive. 

• Clearly explain relevant Work and Access grant support to prospective clients, including the 80% funding available and agreed pricing information. 

• Maintain relationships after training and identify opportunities for repeat training or deeper engagement. 

• Keep client contacts, opportunities and follow-up actions up to date in Salesforce. 

• Co-ordinate trainer availability, bookings and practical arrangements, including venues where required. 

• Ensure co-trainers with an intellectual disability have the information and support they need to participate fully. 

• Organise the practical resources required for training, including materials, sign-in sheets and evaluation forms. 

• Work with colleagues across Communications and Strategy to support the promotion of half-day training, Lunch & Learns and other training offers, 

• Plan and test targeted sector campaigns and multi-organisation or seasonal training opportunities, including activity linked to key awareness dates such as International Day of Persons with Disabilities. 

• Gather feedback from clients, participants and trainers and identify practical ways to improve the programme and client experience. 

• Provide regular, proportionate reporting on bookings, income, pipeline and client engagement. 

 

Professional Experience and Skills 

• Relevant experience in one or more of the following: 
  • sales
  • business development
  • partnerships
  • account management
  • training
  • membership development
  • corporate engagement.
• A strong track record of building and maintaining relationships with external organisations. 
• Ability to build effective professional relationships and communicate clearly with people at different levels of an organisation, including senior decisionmakers. 
• Ability to organise and keep track of client relationships, follow-up actions and agreed priorities. 
• A proactive approach, with the ability to identify opportunities and follow them through. 
• Ability to produce clear and effective written communications for clients and partners. 
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues. 
• Commitment to equality, inclusion and the human rights of people with intellectual disabilities. 

 

Desirable experience: 

Experience in one or more of the following would be an advantage: 

• Selling or developing training, consultancy or professional services. 

• Corporate partnerships or employer engagement. 

• Working with Human Resources, Disability, Equality and Inclusion, Learning & Development or People & Culture teams. 

• Membership organisations, professional bodies or employer networks. 

• Using Salesforce or a similar system. 

• Training or event co-ordination. 

• The disability, equality, human rights or community and voluntary sectors. 

Knowledge of intellectual disability is welcome but is not essential. We are particularly interested in candidates who are willing to listen, learn and work in partnership with people with intellectual disabilities. 

 

Qualities 

 You will be relationship-focused, organised and committed to following opportunities through. You will be able to work independently, communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with colleagues across the organisation. 

We value diverse working and communication styles. What matters most is that you can build trusted relationships, manage your responsibilities effectively and share Inclusion Ireland’s commitment to equality, inclusion and human rights. 

 

Employee Benefits 

Inclusion Ireland is committed to providing a supportive, flexible and positive working environment. Our employee benefits include: 

• Flexible and family-friendly working: Our Work-Life Blend Policy supports employees to balance their personal and professional commitments. 

• Annual and discretionary leave: In addition to annual leave, employees receive five discretionary leave days each year – one on Good Friday and four over the Christmas period, on a pro-rata basis. 

• Employee Assistance Programme: Access to a confidential EAP offering a range of supports, resources and short-term counselling. 

• Pension contribution: An employer pension contribution of 5% of salary, subject to the terms of the scheme. 

• Continuous professional development: Opportunities to build skills and develop professionally as part of the role. 

• Travel and commuting supports: Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme and TaxSaver Commuter Ticket Scheme. 

 

How to apply: Please send your CV and a brief cover letter by close of business on Wednesday, October 28th to lucinda@inclusionireland.ie  

 

All News

• Share: