Regional Development Officers

Regional Development Officer - Ulster / Connacht / Munster This is a great opportunity to join an organisation that is protecting the natural environment and making a real difference to the lives of young people. We are currently recruiting three Regional Development Officers to support our work across the island of Ireland, with dedicated roles in Ulster, Connacht, and Munster. If you have a passion for our natural environment, youth development, and sustainability, and are proactive with strong communication and organisational skills, we would love to hear from you. Contract: 2 years Fixed Term (*subject to ongoing funding) Probationary Period: 6 months About the Role As Regional Development Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting ECO-UNESCO to develop and grow its impact as part of the organisation's ambitious Strategic Plan 2025–2028. The role will include: Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement – developing and building relationships with schools, Local Authorities, Education and Training Boards, community groups, and other stakeholders to promote participation and collaboration. Regional Programme Delivery – coordinating and delivering high-quality environmental programmes and workshops. Expansion and Strategic Growth – undertaking outreach work and identifying opportunities, partnerships, and networks to support programme expansion. Training and Capacity Building – delivering training to educators and youth leaders to strengthen local delivery capacity. Monitoring and Reporting – tracking participation, monitoring progress, collecting data, and preparing reports to evaluate programme outcomes, impact, and ensure targets are met. Reporting to: Operations & Programme Manager Location: Remote working – field-based roles covering Ulster, Connacht, and Munster, with occasional office attendance. Time Commitment: Full-time (35 hours), Fixed Term Contract. Flexibility is required for this role as there is regular evening and weekend work involved. Start Date: Immediate Salary Starting salary scale: €35,000–€39,000 , depending on experience. Benefits 21 days annual leave per year, increasing annually to a maximum of 25 days. Employer-matched pension scheme available after a qualifying period. Employee Assistance Programme available to all staff. Mobile phone and laptop provided. Bike to Work and TaxSaver travel schemes. Exam and study leave. Key Responsibilities1. Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement Develop and strengthen strategic relationships with a wide range of education and community partners to embed environmental learning across the region. This will include: ECO-UNESCO is an equal opportunities employer, and all employees are expected to develop an understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities. How to Apply Please send a completed Application Form to: recruitment@ecounesco.ie Please use the subject line: Employment Opportunities – Regional Development Officer (Private and Confidential) Closing Date for Applications: 24th July 2026 Successful applicants may be requested to prepare a short presentation during the selection process. Applicants may be placed on a panel for future vacancies. By completing and submitting the application form, you consent to ECO-UNESCO processing the personal data provided solely for assessing your application for employment. No further processing will occur beyond this purpose. ECO-UNESCO will retain applications for up to 12 months, after which they will be deleted. Candidates, depending on the nature of the role, may be subject to Garda Vetting.