Community Employment CE Supervisor

Role Summary

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Responsibilities

Administration

• Maintain financial and accounting systems in line with CE governance requirements as directed by the Sponsor Group
• Manage payroll, financial returns (Wages and material claims, etc.) (Welfare Partners) and ensure compliance with DSP (Department of Social Protection) standards.
• Implement systems controls for payroll, bank accounts, and PRSI returns as directed by the Sponsor Group
• Ensure accurate payment of participant allowances and secure all grants available.
• Maintain timekeeping and attendance records.
• Ensure effective flow of communication liaise with the DSP and other stake holders.
• Review and approve all financial and administrative work prepared by the Assistant Supervisor prior to submission

Training & Development

• Assess participant learning needs and develop Individual Learner Plans (ILPs) (Welfare Partners) to be submitted to DSP in line with CE procedures
• Identify and organise cost-effective training aligned with DSP procurement guidelines
• Ensure access to recognised qualifications (NFQ Major Awards or industry equivalents)
• Maintain training records for each participant on the project (Welfare Partners) and arrange work placements- internal and external as required

Human Resources

Proactively recruit CE participants per DSP and Sponsor recruitment and referral guidelines

Supervise participants and manage work experience placements

• Develop and implement induction programs and work schedule this includes the implementation of full induction process for new participants in conjunction with managers
• Maintain effective communication with participants through team meetings and formal and informal one-on-ones
• Develop a mutual understanding with participants in relation to their needs for re-entry to work where the participant had been long-term unemployed and needs to develop a clear progression path
• Deal with participants disciplinary matters in accordance with provided procedures and best practice guidelines
• Liaise with employers to support participant transitions to work
• Develop exit plans and track participant progress for four months post-CE
• Scheme & Financial Management including Programme and Training Monitoring:
• Ensure the CE scheme is fully compliant with financial, programme and training monitoring requirements as detailed in the relevant CE procedures manual.
• Maintain overall responsibility for the financial management of the scheme, including oversight, review and approval of all financial returns (e.g. wages claims, material and participant development grant claims)
• Ensure all financial systems, records and controls are accurate, up to date and audit ready in line with DSP and Sponsor requirements.
• Monitor and manage scheme expenditure in line with approved budgets and ensure effective use of all available funding.
• Ensure full compliance with Barnardos Community Employment scheme day to day operating procedures, including financial and training monitoring requirements.

Location

Suite 217 Blanchardstown Corpo Ballycoolin Dublin 15 D15 HH63 - Ireland