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FIT Cuimsiú Project Coordinator

Inclusive Employment Programme WorkAbility: Inclusive Pathways to Employment Programme

Contract
2-year fixed-term contract
Hours
30 hours per week | 4 days
Salary
Up to €36,800 | €46,000 FTE
Reporting to
Director of Academic Affairs
Location
Hybrid | Glasnevin, Dublin 11
Travel
Travel within Ireland required

About FIT

FIT (Fastrack into Information Technology) believes in providing opportunity for everyone and that all people should have the chance to participate in Ireland's evolving digital economy. We are committed to creating inclusive pathways into education, training and employment.

About FIT Cuimsiú

FIT Cuimsiú is a customised national access and career progression programme. It provides personalised pathways to certified industry technology training, nationally accredited training and employment for people who may experience barriers to participation due to disability. The programme also provides specialised supports and guidance for employers.

FIT Cuimsiú is supported through the WorkAbility: Inclusive Pathways to Employment Programme and is co-funded by the Government of Ireland, through the Department of Social Protection and the European Union.

The Role

Reporting to the Director of Academic Affairs, the FIT Cuimsiú Project Coordinator will lead the day-to-day coordination and delivery of the programme. The role will work closely with FIT teams, programme participants, employers, advocacy stakeholders and the FIT Cuimsiú Advisory Council.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate the day-to-day delivery, development and evaluation of the FIT Cuimsiú programme.
  • Work collaboratively with FIT Diversity and Inclusion, Learning Technology and Wellbeing teams.
  • Manage and support two FIT Employability Mentors in the delivery of the programme.
  • Coordinate updates to the FIT Cuimsiú Advisory Council and prepare clear programme updates for FIT management.
  • Build effective communication and knowledge-sharing across programme teams, participants, employers and stakeholders.
  • Organise accessible training, information sessions, programme events and employer-network activities.
  • Support the development of e-learning modules and the FIT Cuimsiú online learning platform.
  • Develop and maintain programme communications, resources, webpage content and an appropriate social media presence in partnership with relevant colleagues.
  • Prepare accurate progress reports and maintain records in line with Pobal and WorkAbility requirements.
  • Undertake other duties consistent with the purpose and level of the role.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • A relevant third-level qualification, for example in social policy, human rights, education, employment services or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • At least two years’ experience in project coordination and in inclusive education, training, employment or a related environment.
  • Knowledge of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, the social model of disability, and the disability policy and legislative environment in Ireland.
  • Understanding of barriers that may affect disabled and neurodivergent people’s participation in education, training and employment.
  • Excellent organisation, administration and IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to prepare clear reports, maintain accurate records and produce accessible documents.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with participants, employers and stakeholders.

Person Specification

  • Commitment to human rights, equality, inclusion and the social model of disability.
  • Effective group-work, facilitation and stakeholder-engagement skills.
  • Ability to plan, prioritise and manage multiple demands.
  • A flexible, responsive and proactive approach to supporting programme objectives.

Employment Details and Benefits

  • 2-year fixed-term contract.
  • 30 hours per week, worked over four days.
  • Salary up to €36,800 per annum, equivalent to €46,000 full-time.
  • Hybrid working: two days off site or travelling and two days based in Glasnevin, Dublin 11, subject to programme requirements.
  • Travel within Ireland to meet employers, stakeholders and participants.
  • Bike to Work Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and on-site parking.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and cover letter to recruitment@fit.ie, outlining how your experience meets the requirements of the role.

Closing date: 23rd October 2026

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

FIT CLG is committed to a policy of equality of opportunity in its employment policies, procedures, and practices. Fastrack into Information Technology CLG is an equal opportunities employer and applications for this position are welcome from people with lived experience of disability. Reasonable accommodations are available on request. Equal opportunity is a priority for the FIT Company and is about removing all forms of discrimination. This policy applies to any discrimination on grounds of sex, marital or family status, sexual orientation, religious or political preferences, age, disability, race, or ethnic origin, being a member of the travelling community, or any other grounds.

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation or an alternative application format, please contact hr@fit.ie.

WorkAbility: Inclusive Pathways to Employment Programme

Government of Ireland Co-funded by the European Union Pobal, government supporting communities

This project is co-funded by the Government of Ireland, through the Department of Social Protection and the European Union.

Our Core Values

Core Value 1

Opportunity for all

FIT believes in providing opportunity for everyone, and that all people should have a chance to be a part of Ireland's evolving digital economy.

Core Value 3

Strength is in Unity

The scale of the skills shortage and the opportunities arriving from Ireland are vast. It is only by coming together with our stakeholders that we can tackle it head on and make meaningful change.

Core Value 2

No Limits

Every journey must have a first step. FIT believes that there should be no limits on a person's progression through education and that if a person wants to continue their learning journey, that should be facilitated.

Core Value 4

Continuous Innovation

FIT believes in continuous assessment of its offerings to ensure it remains relevant in an ever-changing environment e.g. new apprenticeship offerings.

Get in touch

If you have any questions or just want more information send us a message. We’d love to hear from you.

Simply fill out the form or call us at:
+353 1 882 5570 (Dublin)
or +353 21 242 8755 (Cork).

 

"We’ve made it our mission to meet the recruitment needs of the IT industry, through training, support and career opportunities for job seekers, so that they can achieve their true potential while contributing to the Irish economy."
CEO Peter Davitt
Peter Davitt
CEO, FIT Ltd.