Monaghan Integrated Development is now seeking applicants for the role of
Community Economic Development Officer
Full-time Fixed Term Contract (31st December 2028)
Salary: €41,883
Applications are invited for the position of Community Economic Development Officer. The main purpose of this role is to help strengthen communities, support social enterprises, and promote a fair and sustainable transition to a low carbon future in County Monaghan.
This is a full-time fixed term contract up to 31st Dec 2028 with the possibility of further extension. It is funded under SICAP (Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme) 2024-2028.
The Role
The CEDO will be responsible for:
- Helping communities with the Just Transition to a low-carbon economy & lifestyle
- Supporting and developing social enterprises
- Strengthening the Social Enterprise Network
- Managing the SICAP Social Enterprise Grant
- Strategic development and innovation within the Social Enterprise Strategy, the PoliRural Project and other initiatives
- General community development work
This is a community development position and may require evening/weekend work as necessary.
Requirements
Essential:
- At least 2 years’ paid experience in community development, social enterprise, or enterprise support or a relevant degree
- Strong business and mentoring skills
- Experience writing funding applications
- Experience delivering training
- Understanding of social inclusion and anti poverty work
- Excellent communication, organisation, and ICT skills
- Full driving licence and access to a car
Desirable:
- Experience with EU funding or eTenders.
- Knowledge of design thinking, circular economy, or community energy
- Familiarity with SICAP or LEADER.
How To Apply
To apply, please forward your Curriculum Vitae and covering letter to info@midl.ie.
The role is based in Castleblayney, County Monaghan, with travel to various locations county-wide as the needs of the role require. Shortlisting will apply based on the information provided and interviews will be competency based.
Full information on the job specification and competencies required is available in the document linked below or by request from info@midl.ie.
To apply, please forward your Curriculum Vitae and covering letter to info@midl.ie.
The role is based in Castleblayney, County Monaghan, with travel to various locations county-wide as the needs of the role require. Shortlisting will apply based on the information provided and interviews will be competency based.
Full information on the job specification and competencies required is available in the document linked below or by request from info@midl.ie.
A panel may be formed for future positions within Monaghan Integrated Development CLG.
Closing date: 5.00 pm Thursday April 30th 2026 (30/04/2026)
Late applications will not be considered.
Monaghan Integrated Development CLG is committed to equality of opportunity.
