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The next Jobs Club will be held in Cuan Mhuire, Monaghan Road, Ballybay, Co. Monaghan commencing on Monday 20th May - Tuesday 28th May 2019 from 09.30am-12.30pm.

Jobs Club includes:-

  • Job Searching
  • Exploring further training opportunities
  • C.V. Preparation
  • Cover Letter Writing
  • Interview Techniques
  • Mock Interview

To find out more please contact Teresa on 042-9748090 or email to

Jobs Club is free of charge and will not affect your benefits

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Monaghan Integrated Development are running 2 Introduction to Biodiversity training courses in May, one in the Castleblayney Enterprise Centre and the other in the Ballybay Wetlands Centre.The training programme is aimed at community groups including tidy towns groups, allotment groups and the general population who have an interest in Biodiversity and how they can apply learning from biodiversity in their local area.The course will be delivered 1 session per week over 8 weeks – 6 evening practical sessions and 2 fieldtrips - fieldtrip locations to be confirmed. 

Details of training schedule for each venue.

The Enterprise Centre Castleblayney : Wednesday 08th May 7-9pm, Saturday 11th May 10.30am, Wednesday 15th May 7-9pm, Wednesday 22nd May 7-9pm, Saturday 25th May 10.30am, Wednesday 29th May 7-9pm, Wednesday 05th June 7-9pm & Wedneday 12th June 7-9pm

The Ballybay Wetlands Centre: Thursday 9th May 7-9pm, Thursday 16th May 7-9pm, Saturday 18th May 10.30am, Thursday 23rd May 7-9pm, Thursday 30th May 7-9pm, Thursday 6th June 7-9pm, Saturday 08th June 10.30am & Thursday 13th June 7-9pm

The training programme will include the following elements:

  • Brief introduction to Ecology/Biology as an introduction to the science of Biodiversity.
  • Local plants; Introduction to common native plants, trees and shrubs. Introduction to common field layer plants. Plant habits and habitats and how to manage plants for biodiversity. How to save seeds.
  • Local wildlife; What are the common animals found in the local area? Life cycle of insects and common insect identification. Who are the local pollinators and the plants they like best?
  • Invasive Species; What are invasive and alien species and how do they impact on natural habitats? Invasive species identification and control measures (4-5 most common to Monaghan area) Biosecurity action and awareness raising guidance. Who to report new sightings to. 
  • Good practice for biodiversity: How to manage sites for biodiversity, best practice for pesticide use etc., how a soft touch approach can help plants and animals. Raise awareness of your biodiversity work: planting days, seasonal events, celebration days. Activities to raise awareness of the importance of protecting biodiversity (nature walks etc) 
  • Developing sites and amenities for wellbeing, How natural amenities provide tangible benefits to communities (positive living, mental health), How to make your site a place of calm and refuge? 
  • Development of Bio Diversity Plan -The training will include the development of a bio-diversity plan for a project that the group or individual is interested in. The trainer/facilitator will offer individualised support and guidance in the development of the plan. 
  • Study Visit; A study visit to showcase the benefits to local communities of the availability of nature amenities and for the potential for tourism and the local economy
To apply for a place on this training course complete this short Application Form. Please return completed application forms by Thursday the 18th of April to Monaghan Integrated Development CLG, Unit 9 Drumillard Business Park, Castleblayney, Co Monaghan or email  and should you have any query contact Marianne (042 9749502) 
 
Monaghan LEADER is funding this training and we acknowledge the support provided by Monaghan Local Action Group (LAG) who are administering the LEADER RDP 2014-2020 in County Monaghan for the Department of Rural and Community Affairs and the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development. The County Monaghan Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) is operating as the LAG for the County. Monaghan Integrated Development the Local Development Company for County Monaghan is the implementing partner and Monaghan County Council is the lead financial partner.
 
 
 
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The next Jobs Club will be held in the Workhouse, Shercock Road, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan commencing on Monday 29th April – Wednesday 8th May 2019 from 09.30am – 12.30pm.

Job Club includes:

  • Job Searching
  • Exploring further training opportunities
  • C.V. Preparation
  • Cover Letter Writing
  • Interview Techniques
  • Mock Interview

To find out more please contact Teresa on 042-9748090 or email to .

Job Club is free of charge and will not affect your benefits.

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Sustainable use of Water Resources – LEADER funding call
 

The LEADER Rural Development Programme (RDP) 2014-2020 for County Monaghan is open and we are announcing details of the time-limited call for funding, for protection + sustainable use of water resources under the Rural Environment theme. If you are involved, interested or have passion for the environment and water protection specifically you are invited to attend the Monaghan LEADER – Sustainable use of Water Resources Time-Limited Call Event on:

Tuesday 2nd April at 7p.m with

Renowned Aquatic Biologist Ken Whelan at

Ballybay Wetlands Park, Ballybay, Co Monaghan

This FREE information event will include a talk and Q&A session with Ken who is an expert in the field.
 
It will give an overview of the types of project that may be eligible under this call, the rate of aid available, information on the Expression of Interest and the application processes. There will also be an opportunity to talk to development staff to discuss your project idea after the presentations. Funding up to a maximum rate of 75% is available for applicant groups.
 
 
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Rural Environment Strategic Action 1.1 and 1.2
 
  Total Budget   
 Closing date for submission of   
‘Expression Of Interest’
To provide support for new innovative projects that aim to   
protect, sustain and improve water resources in
our communities.
 
€200k
 4th May 2019
 
Upon receipt of an ‘Expression of Interest’ form, eligible applicants will be invited to the application stage and will be allocated up to 4 months to return completed application forms. To RSVP for this event contact Monaghan Integrated Development office on 042 9749500 or email .


Monaghan Local Action Group (LAG) is administering the LEADER RDP 2014-2020 in County Monaghan for the Department of Rural and Community Development and the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development. The County Monaghan Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) is operating as the LAG for the County. Monaghan Integrated Development the Local Development Company for County Monaghan is the implementing partner and Monaghan County Council is the lead financial partner.
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Monaghan Integrated Developments Castleblayney office has moved to Unit 9, Drumillard Business Park, Moraghy, Castleblayney (behind LIDL on the Monaghan Road). Drop in and find out how our programmes may be able to help you.

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Jobs Club One to One Service

 Monaghan Jobs Club run a one to one service throughout Co. Monaghan to assist people with:-

  • CV Preparation
  • Cover Letter Writing
  • Job Application Forms
  • Interview Preparation/Techniques

This service is free of charge and will not affect your benefits.

For more information please contact Teresa on either 042-9748090 or email to tmccahey@midl.ie

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Jobseeking Skills Programme

Monaghan Jobs Club will be running a series of programmes over 3 mornings throughout the county which are aimed at assisting job ready people to gain the skills they need to carry out their own job search.

Programme includes:

  • CV Preparation
  • Job Searching
  • Interview Preparation/Techniques
  • Mock Interview

To find out more please contact Teresa on 042-9748090 or email .

Please note that places are limited.
 
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