Job Title: Network Administrator

Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term (to 31 December 2026, with potential for renewal)

Reports To: Network Manager

Location: Manorhamilton Co Leitrim

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 5.30pm

Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience (€35,000 – €40,000 per annum)

About Future Cast and Industry 4.0 Skillnet: Future Cast is an innovation, education and R&D centre supporting the construction, manufacturing and quarrying sectors. Future Cast is the promoting agency for Industry 4.0 Skillnet, an industry-led training network supported by Skillnet Ireland.

Industry 4.0 Skillnet supports Irish businesses to upskill their workforce and adopt digital and advanced manufacturing technologies. We work closely with companies, training providers and state partners to deliver high-quality, subsidised training programmes aligned with national skills and competitiveness priorities. www.industry4skillnet.com

Role Summary
Industry 4.0 Skillnet is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Network Administrator to support the day-to-day operation of the network.

This is a hands-on, data-driven role in a structured and regulated environment, involving training coordination, finance and procurement administration, reporting, systems management, marketing support and customer service. Accuracy, consistency and compliance are critical to success in this role.

The Network Administrator will work closely with the Network Manager and Director to ensure programmes are delivered efficiently, compliantly and to a high standard for members, funders and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for training programmes and events, including bookings, data entry, documentation and feedback collection
• Manage finance and credit control activities, including preparing quotes, issuing invoices, tracking payments and supporting financial reporting
• Support procurement processes, funding applications, audits and compliance requirements in line with Skillnet Ireland and EU (ESF+) guidelines
• Maintain accurate records and input data into the Skillnet activity management system (Sonraí), ensuring data quality and KPI reporting
• Manage shared inboxes and day-to-day communications, responding to queries or escalating as appropriate
• Support marketing and communications activities, including creating content for social media, newsletters, posters and event materials using Canva, and updating website content
• Liaise with training providers, member companies and partners to ensure smooth programme delivery and a high standard of customer service
• Support the coordination of events, meetings and promotional activities
• Handle personal data with discretion and professionalism, ensuring GDPR compliance at all times
• Carry out ad hoc administrative tasks as required to support the wider team

What we are looking for

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in administration, training coordination, education, audit, compliance, marketing support or programme administration
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly with data-heavy and repetitive tasks
• Experience working in a regulated or process-driven environment
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Confident building relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft 365; experience with WordPress and Canva an advantage)
• Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information and personal data
• Full driving licence and access to a car, as public transport in the area is limited

Desirable Experience

• Experience in education, training, audit, compliance, quality assurance or funded programmes
• Familiarity with publicly funded initiatives and compliance-based reporting
• Experience coordinating events or supporting account management activities
• Experience using Sonraí, LMS, CRM or similar systems
• An interest in education, skills development and Industry 4.0 / digital transformation

Who Should Apply

This role would suit someone who:

• Enjoys working with structured processes, systems and detailed records
• Is comfortable with data entry, reporting and compliance-based tasks
• Has experience in audit, compliance, education administration or programme support
• Values accuracy, consistency and meeting deadlines
• Is confident working independently in a remote or hybrid environment, while staying connected to a wider team

What we can offer:

• Competitive salary and pension access
• A structured, supportive and professional working environment
• The opportunity to contribute to national skills development and economic growth
• Exposure to a wide range of industry clients and state partners
• The opportunity to build experience in a funded, compliance-driven organisation

Benefits

• 21 days annual leave (increasing with service)
• Statutory sick pay after probation
• Access to Irish Life PRSA scheme

Application process:
Applications must be submitted via Indeed only. Applications received by email or other channels will not be considered.

Please note: This role is line-managed primarily remotely. The successful candidate must be comfortable communicating via Teams, email, and video calls, and working in a multicultural team environment.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We aim to shortlist candidates by end of January, interviews and complete the hiring process by mid February. Start date no later than March 2nd.