Skills Development Coordinator

About Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland

At Fís Eireann/Screen Ireland we are looking for new Talent to join our growing team. You will become part of a talented and diverse community of employees whose mission and passion are to promote and support the development of Irish Film, Television Drama, Animation, Documentary, Visual Effects and Digital Gaming Industries. As the national agency for the Irish film, television drama, animation, documentary and digital games industries, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland is the creative partner to the sector, investing in talent, creativity, and enterprise. We are inspired by original storytelling that will emotionally move audiences at home and abroad. Through a wide range of practical funding supports across development, production, distribution, promotion and skills development, Screen Ireland supports the sector at every stage. We support story makers in their creative pursuit to share valuable artistic, cultural, and commercial stories on screen.

Job Grade

It is anticipated that in order to have the required skills and competencies, the Executive Officer post will be at the First Point level.

Reporting Line

This role reports to the Head of Skills and Professional Development.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Skills and Professional Development and the wider team to identify and address skills development needs across animation, digital games, VFX and immersive technologies. This will be achieved through the design and delivery of courses, events, funding schemes, research, and targeted initiatives, ensuring alignment with evolving industry demands. The role also involves managing key stakeholder relationships, coordinating funding applications, advising on skills-related policies, and leading workforce development projects to support sectoral growth. While in-depth technical expertise is not required at least some hands-on experience of current and emerging tools and technologies as well as an understanding of their potential impact on professional development and the sector are required.

Function Overview

The Skills and Professional Development Department offers a wide range of courses, programmes and events, as well as funding supports and sectoral initiatives to support individuals at every stage in their career and to enable the long-term development of a flourishing, sustainable Screen sector. Our offering includes short courses, online modules, mentoring, work placements, certificates, and diplomas. We also provide also funding for Bursaries, Skills Development Events, and larger Learning Initiatives through our Stakeholders Programme. In addition, we support the National Talent Academy network across Ireland and many sectoral initiatives including projects on: AI, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity, (EDI), Engaging the Next Generation, Recognition of Prior Learning, Sustainability and Work-Life balance. As the Sector faces into a changing landscape of new technologies, business model platforms, and skills requirements, we are working to support the Sector to succeed in the short-term, as well as to find new ways ahead, creating new linkages, exploring new possibilities (including transmedia,) working towards long-term success and ensuring a sustainable, inclusive, human-centric future. We wish to engage a suitably qualified person for the role of Skills Development Coordinator: Animation/Digital Games/VFX & New Technologies in our Skills and Professional Development Function in Screen Ireland.

Position Profile and Key Responsibilities

Sectoral & Technical Understanding

• Develop and maintain an in-depth knowledge of the animation, digital games, VFX, immersive technologies sectors, including industry trends, evolving technologies, transmedia opportunities and workforce development needs, ensuring the Skills and Professional Development team remains up to date.
• Assess and engage with technology-driven initiatives and innovations, understanding their potential opportunities and risks for the Sector within the context of skills development. 

Courses & Events Coordination

• Lead and support the design, execution, and evaluation of skills-focused events that drive sectoral growth.
• Oversee and support the development and delivery of online and in-person courses, events, and training modules, including flagship programmes such as the Graduate Traineeship, Creative Leaders, and Bootcamps.
• Work closely with the Marketing and Communications team to promote courses, events, and professional development initiatives.

Funding Schemes & Applications

• Serve as a panel member and coordinator for the S481 skills process, ensuring skills-related requirements for animation and VFX applications are met.
• Represent sector-specific skills and training needs across current and future funding schemes, supporting tasks from query resolution and proposal evaluation to scheme administration and future design input.
• Assist in the development of funding proposals for new initiatives and applications.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain trust-based collaborative relationships with key industry stakeholders, including Animation Ireland, Ardán, Eirmersive, Creative and Cultural Skillnet, IMIRT, National Talent Academies, Third Level Institutions, and the VFX Association of Ireland.
• Represent the Screen Ireland at key sectoral events across Ireland, advocating for skills development and professional training initiatives.

Project & Programme Management

• Lead projects aimed at enhancing learning, development, and workforce capacity within the sector.
• Oversee the annual programme of courses, events, and initiatives, managing all aspects from design and budgeting to implementation, reporting, and evaluation.
• Provide support to Skills and Professional Development team members during peak work periods and leave absences.
• Assist senior team members with strategic projects and programmes as required.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as needed to support the broader goals of the Skills and Professional Development team.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with Finance, Marketing, Business and Legal, Production and Development, and Inward Development teams to align on cross-functional initiatives that support skills programmes.
• Support cross-functional teamwork by collaborating with colleagues across the Skills and Professional Development team and other departments, adapting to priority projects and providing assistance where needed to ensure the effective delivery of key initiatives.

 This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned based on business operational needs.

Key Skills/Competencies

• Takes ownership of projects, ensures effective delivery, and makes informed decisions.
• Anticipates challenges and balances short-term priorities with long-term goals.
• Plans, manages, and delivers multiple projects efficiently.
• Sets clear objectives, monitors progress and drives improvements.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Communicates clearly and represents Screen Ireland at key events.
• Reviews data, evaluates funding applications, and ensures policy compliance.
• Captures and uses insights to shape training and workforce development initiatives.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
• Ensures transparent and equitable management of initiatives.
• Works effectively within teams and across departments.
• Supports colleagues and aligns initiatives with organisational goals.

Key Requirements Essential

• A commitment to both supporting the learning and development of others and the wider sector and to the values of Screen Ireland. 
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar coordinator, analyst, project manager, junior manager and/or administrator type role (or comparable experience gained as part of a wider role).
• Experience in the wider Creative sector and familiarity with at least one of the Animation / Digital Games / Immersive / VFX sectors and/or new technologies (especially AI) and new platforms.
• An enthusiasm for the use and potential of technology in the Screen and wider Creative Sector and experience of new and emerging tools and technologies and/or platforms and/or transmedia approaches. 
• Demonstrated experience in planning, organising, and managing activities, events, training courses., projects, programmes, including coordinating logistics and participant management.
• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, present ideas clearly, and advocate for professional development initiatives. 
• Ability to assess challenges, make data-informed decisions, and contribute to the development of sectoral skills strategies. 
• Willingness to take on new challenges, collaborate across teams, and adjust to evolving priorities.
• A strong learner – committed to their own personal development.

Desirable Attributes

• Strong understanding of at least ONE of the animation, digital games, VFX, immersive technologies, sectors and transmedia approaches.
• Ability to assess the impact and potential of emerging technologies on workforce needs, with a comprehensive understanding of the possibilities, limitations, and risks of new technologies. Familiarity with current funding schemes and training initiatives across the sector.
• Familiarity with design, development and implementation of learning and development initiatives and/or funding schemes
• Irish language proficiency is desirable.
• Experience working with Screen and Creative sector industry partners, training providers, and/or funding agencies. 
• Experience with formal project management approaches and/or Design Thinking methodologies.

Core Competencies: 

• People Management
• Analysis & Decision Making. 
• Delivery of Results
• Interpersonal & Communication Skills
• Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development
• Drive & Commitment to Public Service Values

 * The candidate should possess a comprehensive understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion principles and demonstrate a commitment to promoting and embedding these values within Screen Ireland. This includes fostering an inclusive culture and championing diversity in all aspects of Screen Ireland’s practices and decision-making processes.

Particulars of the Position

• This position is at the Executive Officer level and is remunerated at €37,544.00 per annum. This role will be filled in line with Public Pay Policy at the first point of this Salary Scale unless the successful candidate is appointed from an existing public sector role. 
• This position is a five-year fixed term full time contract.
• The successful candidate will be required to sign the Screen Ireland Code of Conduct.
• The role will have a 6-month probation period.
• Will report directly to the Head of Skills and Professional Development.
• The post will be based in Dublin.
• Annual leave (excluding bank holidays) of 23 days.
• Start Date as soon as possible.

Personal data will be processed in accordance with our 

Eligibility to compete and certain restrictions on eligibility

Citizenship Requirement Eligible candidates must be: 

• A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; 
• A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); 
• A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or A non-EEA citizen who has a stamp 4 visa1 or a stamp 5 visa.

To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer.

As part of your cover letter, you should set out your skills and experience to meet the requirements for the position. Applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence. In accordance with the PAS competency framework candidates for this role will undergo assessment and interviews focusing on but not limited to the 

We kindly ask all applicants to submit a cover letter as part of their application. Within your cover letter, please respond to the following questions:

What is your motivation in applying for this role at this time? 

Do you have experience as a coordinator, analyst, junior manager/project manager or administrator? 

Do you have experience using digital tools and technologies especially new technologies and platforms and do you have an understanding of both their potential benefits and challenges for the sector?

Do you have experience in the Creative Sector and what is your level of understanding and experience of one or more of the animation/digital games/ immersive and VFX sectors (including any experience of transmedia/cross-sectoral initiatives)?

Do you have demonstrable experience in building and maintaining relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders?

What are the top three strengths/skills/competencies that you would bring to this role?

Applicants who do not address the required questions in their cover letter will not be considered for shortlisting.

Screen Ireland is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace which values and benefits from the diversity of the workforce. Screen Ireland is under the aegis of the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media.

Commitment to Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Screen Ireland is commitment to the future success of the industry through strategic investments in talent and skills with diversity, equity, and inclusion at its core. We understand that fostering a positive culture, underpinned by values of fairness, sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion, is crucial in attracting and retaining talent. As an inclusive organisation, we actively work towards promoting diversity and inclusion throughout the entire screen sector. Our comprehensive approach to capacity development ensures that every initiative is designed to be accessible to all, reflecting our dedication to a diverse and equitable industry. In our recruitment activities, we prioritise creating a workforce that exemplifies diversity and equality, setting a new benchmark for excellence and inclusivity. Screen Ireland welcomes all to join us on this path towards shaping a screen industry that celebrates collective talent and the strength found in diversity.

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Screen Ireland Benefits

• Maternity/Adoptive Leave pay. 
• Paternity Leave pay. 
• Parental and Parent’s Leave 
• Paid Sick leave 
• Bereavement and Compassionate Leave 
• Study and Exam Leave 
• Hybrid Working (subject to role) 

• Professional Membership Fees 
• Educational Assistance 
• Contributory Pension 
• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Marriage Leave 
• Taxsaver 
• Bike to Work Scheme 

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