Project Assistant – iCAN programme (Executive Officer) HYBRID

The National Museum of Ireland (NMI) is seeking applications from suitable candidates to fill the post of Project Assistant – iCAN programme (Executive Officer) on thirteen (13) months, full time, specified purpose (Maternity cover) contract. The position will be filled by open competitive interviews.

Location This is a hybrid role, working online and in the community. The successful candidate will be required to attend meetings with the iCAN Development Officer in person, once a month at the National Museum of Ireland – Country Life, Castlebar, Co Mayo or, on occasion at one of the three Museum sites in Dublin.

Brief Description of position The Irish Community Archive Network (iCAN) is a community engagement programme initiated and delivered by the National Museum of Ireland in collaboration with a number of strategic partners, including the Heritage Council, Local Authorities and community groups.

The iCAN team supports community volunteers and heritage professionals to establish and maintain community archive websites on an ongoing basis; there are currently 46 member websites in the Network.

The National Museum of Ireland is seeking a suitable person to assist with programme development and delivery, and with the national expansion of this key partnership project.

The successful candidate will be required to work both online and in person to deliver the iCAN programme to participating communities and partners.

This position is full-time and subject to 6 months’ probation. Flexible working hours with occasional evening and weekend work.

The successful candidate will be required to attend meetings with the iCAN Development Officer in person, once a month at the National Museum of Ireland – Country Life, Castlebar, Co Mayo or, on occasion at one of the three Museum sites in Dublin.

Closing Date for Applications Applications must be received no later than 17:00 on Friday 30th May 2025