Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Shared Island Heritage Networks (Higher Executive Officer) on behalf of the Heritage Council.
Closing date for applications – Wednesday 29th April **** The Role The Heritage Council is establishing a new all-island professional network for local authority heritage, building on the existing Heritage Officer model and extending it into a structured, sustained relationship with Northern Ireland district councils for the first time.
The Programme Manager will lead that work.
The role sits at the intersection of heritage practice, place-based community work and complex cross-jurisdictional partnership.
It requires someone who understands how local authorities operate north and south, can build relationships with partners working in different governance and funding environments, and has the programme management experience to lead a substantial initiative from design through to delivery.
The Shared Island Local Heritage Networks programme is funded through the Irish Government's Shared Island initiative and runs from **** to ****, with a total budget of €3 million.
The Programme Manager will have primary responsibility for all-island and cross-border elements: engaging Northern Ireland district councils, establishing and running the Shared Island Heritage Officer Forum, managing a collaborative funding mechanism, and shaping a new all-island approach to training and professional development.
The role works closely with the Local Authority Liaison Officer, who leads the Heritage Council's Ceangal programme in Ireland, and is supported by a dedicated Executive Officer who provides operational and logistical support across both programme strands.
How to apply The full list of applicant requirements (education, work experience, skills, etc) can be found in the information booklet on the Heritage Council website.
Please ensure you read fully before submitting your application.
To apply, please email your CV and a cover letter (outlining why you are interested in the opportunity and where your skills, knowledge, and experience meet the requirements of the role) directly to Kayleigh Greene –