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Administration/Community Worker Assistant

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    Gay Project CLG
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    Ref: #WPEP-2445962
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    THE GAY PROJECT, Carraig Mor H, 10 High Street, Cork, Co. Cork, T12 KC66
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    No of positions: 1
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    Work Placement and Experience Programme
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    As per WPEP guidelines
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    Work Placement Experience Programme
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    Published On: 27 May 2026
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    Closing On: 22 Jul 2026

This Work Placement Experience Programme provides Participants with an opportunity to gain meaningful work experience, learning and training while on the programme. This programme is for jobseekers who are in receipt of qualifying social welfare payments and those transferring from a social welfare scheme or an ETB Training Allowance. Your eligibility for this programme will be verified by the Department as part of the application process.


This placement role is designed as a shadowing and learning opportunity, where the successful candidate will work alongside an experienced staff member in Gay Project. The focus of this placement is on building confidence and skills in Community Work, gaining experience in group facilitation support, developing interpersonal skills, and working directly with the LGBT+ community.
The role will also provide the opportunity to develop administrative and organisational skills by assisting with day-to-day tasks within the organisation.

The participant will be mentored and assist with the following:
•	Supporting the facilitation of groups and community activities
•	Shadowing an experienced employee in Youth & Community Work
•	Assisting in the preparation of workshops, meetings, and events
•	Greeting and engaging with service users in a professional and welcoming manner
•	Administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, photocopying, answering phones, and data entry
•	Supporting correspondence and general office duties
•	Assisting with the organisation and promotion of LGBT+ community initiatives

These tasks will be carried out under the supervision of an experienced team member, ensuring support and guidance throughout the placement. 
This is a training and work experience opportunity; no prior experience in this role is necessary. Accredited and/or sector recognised training will be provided to support your placement. Participants are eligible to participate in the WPEP QQI Work Experience Module, which was developed by the Education & Training Boards in collaboration with the Department of Social Protection. This optional module will fulfil your accredited training requirements for the WPEP.

Formal Training:
•	HSE Land Training
•	Manual Handling
•	Fire Training

Informal Training:
•	Supporting group facilitation
•	Shadowing experienced Community Workers
•	Working with and supporting members of the LGBT+ community
•	Communication and interpersonal skills
•	General administration duties
•	Event and activity preparation


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Career Level

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Candidate Requirements

Essential

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