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SUMMARY:Train the Trainer - Expression of Interest
DESCRIPTION:Train the trainer helps you to Build internal capability when external hiring is constrained\, Equip your organisation to respond quickly to evolving demands through internal skills building. \nThere are two modules in the programme which can be delivered together or separately \nTraining Delivery and Evaluation (6N3326) \nor \nTraining Needs Identification & Design (6N3325) \nTogether: Train the Trainer – Special Purpose Award in Training and Development (6S3372) \nSustainable HRM Skillnet wishes to determine a level of interest in the Train the Trainer – Special Purpose Award in Training and development and its separate modules : Below in the booking form \nThe Train the Trainer model is recognised as an industry standard for professionals who train others in the workplace or in a range of further education settings.  The skillset needed to deliver effective training interventions is complex and diverse requiring trainers to think critically\, interact positively with clients and manage complex group dynamics. The learning and development landscape is constantly evolving\, and trainers need to upskill and reskill to maintain their edge in competitive markets. \nThe Train the Trainer (Special Purpose Award in Training and Development\,6S3372) and related courses ensure that the knowledge and skills gained on our programmes conform to the most up to date developments in training in Ireland. \nOur experienced\, qualified and hands-on trainers will take participants through an interactive\, challenging and motivational experience towards gaining a qualification in training and development.  Our train the trainer courses cover a wide range of topics including theoretical frameworks\, best practice interventions\, management of complex scenarios and group dynamics. \nThis course can be delivered internally (in-house) or externally depending on the facilities available/required. \nOPTIONS AVAILABLE: Pricing will depend on modules delivered \nQQI Level 6: Course Code 6S3372 Special Purpose Award in Training & Development – 30 credits (2 Modules) \nOr modules can be taken separately as follows: \nQQI Level 6: Course Code 6N3325 Training Needs Identification & Design – 15 Credits (1 Module) – scroll down for more information on this module. \nQQI Level 6: Course Code 6N3326 Training Delivery and Evaluation – 15 Credits (1 Module) – scroll down for more information on this module. \nOverview – Special Purpose Award \n(Note: Both modules must be completed for the full training qualification) \nThis comprehensive training programme equips you or your team with the most current\, industry-recognised training qualification. Participants will gain essential tools\, techniques\, and practical skills to design\, deliver\, and evaluate effective\, quality-assured training programmes across various sectors. \nThe course includes hands-on learning methods such as experiential exercises\, real-world case studies\, group collaboration\, interactive digital media\, and modern learning theories. Trainees will also explore diverse training scenarios\, helping them build confidence and develop deeper insight into their role as professional trainers. \n\nTraining Delivery and Evaluation (6N3326) \nUpon successful completion of this professional trainer development course\, participants will be able to: \n\n\nCompare key training concepts and instructional theories that inform the effective design and delivery of adult learning programmes. \n\n\nIdentify critical factors affecting training effectiveness\, including group dynamics\, learner engagement\, learning environments\, and instructional methods. \n\n\nDemonstrate awareness of diversity\, equality\, and inclusion in training\, including compliance with current legislation related to disability and diverse learner groups. \n\n\nSelect and use appropriate training materials and learning aids to enhance training content and learner outcomes. \n\n\nEvaluate training effectiveness using proven evaluation models\, tools\, and techniques to monitor outcomes and provide constructive feedback. \n\n\nDesign customised training evaluation tools to assess whether learning objectives were achieved and training needs were met. \n\n\nDeliver strengths-based\, actionable feedback to course participants to support their learning journey. \n\n\nAssess overall training impact through the selected evaluation methods and reflect on outcomes for continuous improvement. \n\n\nCreate a personal development action plan to support ongoing growth as a professional trainer. \n\n\nTraining Needs Identification & Design (6N3325) \nOn completion of this course participants will be able to: \n\n\nExplain the key benefits of Training Needs Analysis at both organisational and individual levels\, including improved performance\, targeted learning\, and enhanced return on investment (ROI). \n\n\nEvaluate various methods and tools for conducting effective TNAs\, such as surveys\, interviews\, focus groups\, and performance data analysis. \n\n\nOutline and implement the key stages of a targeted TNA\, from initial scoping to final reporting. \n\n\nDevelop a detailed training plan that considers learner suitability\, course content\, resource availability\, and cost-benefit factors. \n\n\nAnalyse the influence of organisational strategy\, policies\, vision\, and mission on training design and workforce development. \n\n\nIntegrate performance management systems to support and align training and development initiatives. \n\n\nConduct a gap analysis to identify discrepancies between current and required knowledge\, skills\, and attitudes. \n\n\nDesign a customised training intervention\, incorporating best practices in adult learning theory\, instructional design\, and technical training delivery.
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/train-the-trainer-expression-of-interest/
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SUMMARY:Executive Coaching Programme: Register Your Interest
DESCRIPTION:Support your leaders to think more strategically\, lead with clarity\, and navigate complex challenges with confidence. \nOur Executive Coaching Programme will be designed exclusively for members who want to invest in the development of senior leaders and high-potential talent. \nDelivered by a panel of expert executive coaches\, each with deep experience across a range of industries and leadership disciplines\, this programme offers a high-quality\, tailored coaching experience. \nThrough structured\, one-to-one coaching\, participants will: \n\nStrengthen leadership capability and decision-making\nEnhance self-awareness and resilience\nDrive performance aligned with organisational goals\nEmbed more sustainable and effective leadership practices\n\nExpression of Interest\nWe are currently inviting members to register their interest. This will help us shape the programme to best meet your organisation’s needs. \nSubmit your expression of interest today to: \n\nReceive priority access when places open\nInfluence programme design and focus areas\nSecure places for your leadership team\n\nPlaces will be limited to ensure a high-quality\, tailored coaching experience. \nNext steps – based on level of interest Sustainable HRM Skillnet will create a panel of executive coaches for selection. \nFlexible coaching bundles will be available\, consisting of 1-hour sessions\, allowing organisations to select the level of support that best suits their leaders and business needs. \nThe programme will run from the commencement date to 31st Jan 2027. \nPricing to be confirmed and may vary between coaches.   \nDates and times will vary according to availability of coach and delegates
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/executive-coaching-programme-register-your-interest/
CATEGORIES:Governance Excellence,Leadership,Operational Excellence,Strategic Culture
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SUMMARY:AI Strategy for Business
DESCRIPTION:AI Strategy for People-Centred Organisations – How to Balance Tech and People\nThis two-day programme enables business leaders\, HR professionals\, and managers to develop a practical\, people-centred AI strategy. Participants learn how to identify opportunities for AI adoption\, balance innovation with ethics and employee engagement\, and create a roadmap for responsible implementation. \nThe programme bridges technology\, strategy\, and culture\, ensuring that digital transformation enhances rather than replaces human capability. \nA strong emphasis is placed on practical application and peer learning. Participants will complete an AI Readiness Audit and develop their own AI Strategy Roadmap tailored to organisational goals\, ensuring immediate relevance and usability. \nLearning is reinforced through: \nCollaborative learning: Peer discussions and shared problem-solving on real business challenges\, fostering cross-sector insight \nCase studies: Real-world examples of successful\, people-centred AI adoption and change leadership \nAction planning: Each participant produces a personalised AI Strategy Roadmap to guide responsible implementation \nTo support ongoing application beyond the programme: \nOnline Support Group: Access to a moderated group (via WhatsApp or Teams) for continued discussion\, resource sharing\, and peer feedback \nVirtual AI Mentor: Optional access to an AI-driven mentor providing structured\, GDPR-aware guidance\, tool recommendations\, and scenario-based support for follow-up queries and practical implementation \nProgramme Content\n\nUnderstanding Artificial Intelligence and its business applications\nAI readiness assessment – evaluating current tools\, data\, and processes\nIdentifying opportunities for efficiency\, productivity\, and innovation\nManaging risks: ethics\, bias\, data protection\, and transparency\nBuilding human capability alongside AI – workforce planning and reskilling\nCommunicating and leading change in AI adoption\nCreating a balanced AI Strategy Roadmap for your organisation\nOverview of the EU AI Act risk classifications and their implications for HR and organisational AI tools\n\nLearning Objectives\nBy the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain AI fundamentals and their relevance to business and HR\nAssess organisational readiness for AI adoption\nIdentify strategic opportunities and risks across business functions\nDevelop a people-first approach to digital transformation\nIntegrate ethical and governance principles into AI planning\nDraft a practical AI Strategy Roadmap that balances technology and people priorities\n\nSession Themes \nHalf-Day 1 – The AI Landscape and Organisational Readiness\nHalf-Day 2 – Ethical\, Legal and Governance Considerations\nHalf-Day 3 – People\, Culture and Change Leadership\nHalf-Day 4 – Developing Your AI Strategy Roadmap \nTopics Covered \nSession Overview\nHalf-Day 1 – The AI Landscape and Organisational Readiness\nTopics Covered: \nUnderstanding AI fundamentals\, current trends\, and practical applications across HR\, operations\, and marketing \nConducting an AI readiness audit to assess current tools\, data\, and processes \nExploring opportunities and risks for your organisation \nHalf-Day 2 – Ethical\, Legal and Governance Considerations\nTopics Covered: \nExamining ethics\, bias\, transparency\, and accountability in AI use \nReviewing the EU AI Act and GDPR implications \nEstablishing governance frameworks for responsible AI adoption and stakeholder confidence \nHalf-Day 3 – People\, Culture and Change Leadership\nTopics Covered: \nExploring how AI impacts roles\, skills\, and culture \nWorkforce planning and reskilling strategies \nManaging change and communicating AI initiatives effectively to build engagement and reduce resistance \nHalf-Day 4 – Developing Your AI Strategy Roadmap\nTopics Covered: \nIntegrating learning into a practical AI Strategy Roadmap \nSetting priorities\, defining success measures\, and governance processes \nFinal Session – Presentation & Feedback\nPresenting individual or team strategies with peer feedback and discussion \nDates: \n21st & 28th of April from 2 – 5 pm \n14th & 21st of May from 2 – 5 pm \nDelivered as four × 3-hour sessions delivered over two days or four × half-day modules delivered over one week. Each session includes interactive discussion\, case studies and practical exercises to support applied learning.
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/ai-strategy-for-business/
CATEGORIES:Digital Effectiveness,Future Workforce,Strategic Culture
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SUMMARY:Launch Event: “Leading from the Ground Up - “Lead with Purpose\, Retain Staff and Deliver Sustainable Construction”
DESCRIPTION:We are launching a new programme “Leading from the Ground Up” for Construction related business in the South East.  \nJoin us for the launch of our new leadership programme built for the realities of construction on Thursday\, 7 May 2026\, at Café Konnect\, Wexford Town\, at 10:30am. \nLeading from the Ground Up will be officially launched and we are inviting construction professionals\, employers\, and industry stakeholders who want to understand how this programme can support their teams and projects. \nIf you are running sites\, juggling calls\, dealing with delays\, managing crews\, handling clients\, and trying to keep projects moving while everything from timelines\, costs\, regulations\, and expectations is shifting then this is designed for you. \nThe programme has been developed in direct response to what’s happening on the ground across the sector: \n\nConstant change and moving deadlines\nLabour shortages and stretched teams\nRising costs and tighter margins\nIncreasing compliance and regulatory pressure\n\nLeading from the Ground Up focuses on practical leadership how to think clearly\, communicate effectively\, and make decisions under pressure when it actually counts. \nDelivered by Mags Boland of Bofin Consultancy\, the programme is built around real-world scenarios. Participants will work through the kind of situations they face every day. \nIt is aimed at site managers\, supervisors\, forepersons\, and professionals in construction and construction adjacent industries like Warehousing\, Supplies\, Logistics and Haulage who are in or are new to leadership roles who need to lead teams\, manage expectations\, and deliver even when conditions aren’t ideal. \n“We’re hearing the same thing across the sector people are under pressure\, and they don’t need more theory. They need practical ways to lead\, make decisions\, and keep things moving when the pressure is on. This programme is about giving people the confidence and clarity to handle what’s actually in front of them with their teams\, and with their clients.” Mandi Stewart\, CEO of the High Performance Building Alliance \nDeveloped in collaboration with the High Performance Building Alliance and County Wexford Chamber Skillnet and Sustainable HRM Skillnet\, the programme is part of a wider effort to strengthen leadership capability across the construction sector at a time when it’s most needed. \nCome along\, grab a breakfast roll and a cup of tea\, and see if it’s fit for purpose at Kafe Konnect \nTo register your interest\, contact:\nAmanda Stewart\nAmanda.stewart@hpba.ie\n087 1232211\nwww.hpba.ie
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/launch-event-leading-from-the-ground-up-lead-with-purpose-retain-staff-and-deliver-sustainable-construction/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260508T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260508T153000
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SUMMARY:AI-Ready Leadership
DESCRIPTION:This is a virtual session. \nAs AI changes how we work the real challenge for leaders and organisations is not the technology itself but how we lead on its implementation. If you are managing or leading within a business that is adopting AI\, this programme will help you to understand what’s happening\, respond with confidence\, and lead your people through change in a way that strengthens performance rather than disrupts it. \nThis programme focuses on the people side of AI\, not just the tools\, ensuring that leaders can integrate technology in a way that is responsible\, confident\, and long lasting. \nYou will learn how to: \n\nUnderstand AI without feeling overwhelmed\nLead people confidently through ongoing change\nBuild trust during periods of uncertainty\nUse AI to improve performance — not replace people\nStrengthen your emotional intelligence so you can lead calmly and clearly\n\n1. The Human Impact of AI\nWe explore how AI affects roles\, confidence\, and identity\, why resistance to change occurs\, and how leaders can respond in a way that maintains engagement and stability. \n2. Leading Through Ongoing Change\nYou will strengthen emotional intelligence as a core leadership capability\, develop practical approaches to managing uncertainty\, and learn how to support your team without burning out yourself. \n3. Trust and Psychological Safety\nWe focus on maintaining open communication\, avoiding fear-based reactions\, and creating the conditions where safe experimentation can take place without damaging trust. \n4. Using AI Well – Not Just Using AI\nYou will examine where AI genuinely adds value\, how it can improve decision-making and operational efficiency\, and how it can free up time for higher-value leadership work. \n5. Practical Leadership Tools\nThe programme includes applied tools such as cognitive load audits (to identify where you are overloaded)\, practical ways to release personal capacity using AI\, and guidance on creating simple\, clear AI usage principles for your team. \n\nLead your team more confidently through AI-related change\nApply emotional intelligence to manage uncertainty effectively\nBuild and sustain trust during technology transitions\nMake sound judgments about when and how AI should be used\nReduce overload and focus on higher-value leadership work\nMove from reacting to AI to intentionally shaping how it is used within your team or organisation\n\nThis programme is designed for: \n\nLeaders\, people managers\, and business owners\, including those preparing for broader leadership responsibility\nLeaders responsible for implementing\, influencing\, or leading AI-enabled change\nLeaders seeking to strengthen their leadership capability in complex\, fast-changing environments\n\nThe programme is suitable across sectors and is not limited to technical or specialist AI roles. \nThe programme supports organisations to integrate people\, performance\, and technology decisions in a way that enables sustainable value creation. \nWith optional One-to-One Coaching / Deep Dive (3 x 1 hour sessions) pricing available upon request. \nThis programme will be lead by Michelle McDaid and Paul Thompson. \nTrainer Profiles:  \n Experience: Michelle McDaid – The Leading Place \n\nMSc (Hons) in Work & Organisational Behaviour\, DCU (Sep 2023 – June 2025) \nCIPD Associate Member\n25+ years experience leading and scaling global teams across FinTech and HR Tech.  \nMentoring\, coaching and building high performance teams across multiple cultures and countries in all roles for 25 years.\nMichelle is passionate about DEIB (Diversity\, Equity\, Inclusion and Belonging)\, with a special interest in Gender Equity and Women in STEM. Through her senior roles in technology in AIB\, Fidelity Investments and Workhuman\, Michelle has championed ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) and has led many initiatives which delivered tangible results. Michelle was an IBEC Diversity Forum member and 30% Club rep and Tech Forum rep while at Workhuman.\nMentor and committee member on TU Dublin Saer Mentoring Programme. \n\nExperience: Paul Thompson – What if Now! \nQualifications/Professional Development: \n\nProfessional Diploma in Advanced Artificial Intelligence\, University College Dublin (Distinction\, 2025).\nStrategic Contact Centre Management (Level 9)\, Dublin Business School.\nDiploma in Executive & Personal Coaching\, Kingstown College.\nLean Six Sigma – Yellow Belt\, Moresteam.\nProfessional Certificate in Contact Centre Management\, NUI.\nBSc (Hons) Computer Science\, ITT Dublin (2002-2006).\n\nExperience: \n\n16+ years’ experience delivering large-scale customer service transformation across global B2B and B2C organisations including Google\, LinkedIn\, and Sage. Expert in customer service\, CX strategy\, operational performance improvement\, digital-first service models\, and vendor management.\nFounder of ‘What If Now Ltd’\, a strategic AI agency empowering start-ups and SMEs to move quickly from AI curiosity to full operational execution with tailored AI\, automation and leadership support. \nCCMA Ireland Board Member (Voluntary) (Jan 2022 – Present).\n\nProvides strategic guidance to 2\,000+ CX professionals advocating for industry growth across Ireland.\nAdvocate for the growth and professionalisation of the Irish CX industry.\n\n\nJudge for the national CX industry awards\, including Industry Professional of the Year (2023)\, Team Leader of the Year (2024)\, and Advisor of the Year (2025).\nPassionate about leadership development\, CX innovation\, and building resilient teams.\nA certified coach with a passion for developing resilient\, high-performing and empathetic teams.\nFounding Member of Google Ireland Toastmasters and recipient of the Corporate Special Award.
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/ai-ready-leadership-in-person-event/
LOCATION:The Enterprise Centre\, Portlaoise\, Co. Offally
CATEGORIES:Digital Skills,Future Workforce,Leadership,Strategic Culture
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SUMMARY:Designing Job Roles for the Future: Workforce and Succession Planning
DESCRIPTION:Organisations that take a proactive approach to workforce planning and succession create stronger pipelines\, clearer career pathways and greater organisational confidence. This two-day programme enables managers and HR professionals to build a resilient\, future-ready workforce by identifying critical roles\, mapping emerging skills and developing transparent\, inclusive succession strategies. Participants will gain practical frameworks to nurture high-potential talent\, support career mobility and align development planning with long-term business strategy. The result is strengthened leadership continuity\, enhanced employee engagement and a workforce positioned to thrive in a rapidly evolving environment. \nAims:\nThis two-day programme equips managers and HR professionals with the insights\, frameworks and tools required to build a resilient\, future-ready workforce. Participants will learn how to identify critical roles\, anticipate future skills gaps\, and design ethical\, transparent and sustainable succession plans. The programme strengthens organisational continuity by integrating modern workforce planning with human-centred development practices. \nProgramme content:\nThe programme blends strategic workforce thinking with practical\, actionable tools. \nDay 1 – Building a Future-Ready Workforce\n• Understanding workforce trends and future skills\n• Identifying critical roles and vulnerability analysis\n• Capability and skills mapping\n• High-potential identification frameworks\n• Competency-based development\n• Ensuring inclusive and transparent development pathways \nDay 2 – Succession Planning in Practice\n• Succession planning models and templates\n• Creating sustainable development plans for successors\n• Career mobility and capability pathways\n• Coaching and mentoring approaches\n• ESG considerations in workforce planning\n• Succession plan presentation and stakeholder communication \nBy the end of the programme\, participants will be able to: \n\nAnalyse current and future workforce capability needs\nIdentify critical roles and map future skill requirements\nCreate clear\, equitable succession plans\nApply tools for talent review and readiness assessment\nBuild development pathways for emerging leaders\nIntegrate ESG and Sustainable People Practices into succession processes\nSupport a psychologically safe and inclusive development culture\nPresent a robust succession strategy to key stakeholders\n\nEileen Meehan – The Development Pod\nEileen Meehan is an experienced HR and Learning & Development leader with over 15 years’ international experience across recruitment\, capability development and organisational transformation. She has held senior L&D roles with global organisations including Samsung MENA\, Emirates Group and Innovo Group. \nEileen specialises in ethical hiring\, capability-based assessment and sustainable HRM\, helping organisations strengthen fair\, evidence-based and future-focused recruitment practices. Her background includes a BA (Hons)\, psychotherapy training and certification as a trauma-informed practitioner. She is also accredited in MBTI and Saville Wave psychometrics and holds Kirkpatrick evaluation certification. \nThrough The Development Pod\, Eileen supports organisations to build responsible\, high-integrity people practices aligned with evolving regulatory and workforce demands.
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/designing-job-roles-for-the-future/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Future Workforce,Governance Excellence,HRM,Strategic Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260521T110000
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SUMMARY:Interactive Webinar: Imposter Syndrome & Hidden Cognitive Strain: Recognising hidden patterns and overcoming self-doubt.
DESCRIPTION:Many capable managers and professionals experience periods of self-doubt when running their business. While these thoughts are common\, the strategies people develop to manage them can affect decision-making\, pricing\, risk-taking and growth. \nThis interactive webinar looks at Imposter Syndrome and introduces the concept of Hidden Cognitive Strain\, the mental load created by continually managing self-doubt while trying to run a business effectively. \nThe session helps participants recognise common thinking patterns\, understand the coping strategies they may have developed\, and learn practical ways to pause before fear influences important business decisions. \nWorkshop Structure \n1. Understanding Imposter Syndrome\nIntroduction to the common thought patterns associated with Imposter Syndrome and why they frequently appear in capable\, high-performing individuals. \n2. Coping Strategies\nExploration of the protective strategies people develop in response to self-doubt\, including perfectionism\, overworking\, procrastination and avoidance. \n3. Hidden Cognitive Strain\nIntroduction to the concept of Hidden Cognitive Strain and how maintaining these strategies over time creates a constant background mental load. \n4. The Hidden Loop\nA practical framework showing how imposter thoughts\, coping strategies and strain can form a self-reinforcing cycle that begins to influence business decisions. \n5. Business Impact\nDiscussion of how these patterns can affect pricing\, opportunities\, confidence in judgement and overall decision-making. \n6. Decision Stability\nA short practical exercise showing participants how to recognise fear-driven thinking and pause before allowing it to influence a business decision. \n 
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/interactive-webinar-imposter-syndrome-hidden-cognitive-strain-recognising-hidden-patterns-and-overcoming-self-doubt/
CATEGORIES:Communications,Future Workforce,Leadership,Wellbeing
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SUMMARY:AI - Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable HRM Skillnet\, Work Matters and CIPD Ireland are jointly working on developing an AI Community of Practice for members\, and interested professionals.\nThis is your opportunity to get involved and to help shape our community\nThis Community is being designed as a practical\, member-driven space focused on real-world application rather than theory. \nIt will centre on: \n\nPractical learning you can apply immediately in your organisation\nReal use cases that reflect current business challenges and opportunities\nShared experimentation\, where members can explore new ideas and approaches together\nPeer discussion and insight\, creating space to learn directly from others facing similar challenges\n\nYour input is essential in ensuring this Community delivers real value. By sharing your perspective\, you will directly influence the topics\, formats\, and structure of future sessions—from workshops and case studies to collaborative forums and learning exchanges. \nWe are committed to making this as relevant and impactful as possible for you and your organisation. \nThe survey will take no more than 5 minutes to complete\, and all responses will be treated with strict confidentiality. \nTake a few minutes to share your views and help shape a Community built around your needs. AI Community of Practice – Interest Survey – Fill in form \nYou can take part in AI Round Tables at the CIPD Ireland Conference – Hosted by James Ryan of Work Matters – 16th April 2026 (Ticket costs apply). \nOur first event will be the 4th June – Breakfast morning for members interested in the community of Practice \n4th June Agenda to follow
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/ai-community-of-practice/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260609T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260723T130000
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SUMMARY:Leading from the Ground Up - "Lead with Purpose\, Retain Staff  and Deliver Sustainable Construction" - Blended programme
DESCRIPTION:What this course gives you\, your business and your leaders… \nSkills that help them in their roles reduce downtime\, increase efficiency\, retain site skills and necessary personnel\, and reduce/save costs and waste across your sites and processes. \nThis programme\, Leadership from the Ground Up\, is designed for construction SME leaders\, site managers\, and emerging leaders to strengthen their ability to deliver safe\, efficient\, and sustainable projects. It combines practical leadership skills with real-world construction challenges\, supporting alignment with Ireland’s Climate Action Plan and Housing for All. The focus is on building strong site culture alongside operational performance\, recognising that successful projects rely on both technical expertise and effective leadership. \nDelivered across four focused modules to minimise time away from site\, the programme is highly practical and applied. Participants will work on live projects to carry out safety and communication audits\, identify efficiency improvements\, and strengthen team engagement and retention. The outcome is a clear\, actionable plan that supports better project delivery\, stronger teams\, and long-term leadership development within the organisation. Read more below. \nThe programme integrates \n\nLeadership capability\nOperational Efficiency\, and\nWorkforce Sustainability\,\n\nAnd recognises that sustainable construction requires both technical practices and strong organisational culture. \nParticipants will apply learning directly to live projects within their organisation\, ensuring practical impact and measurable improvements in safety\, efficiency\, workforce engagement\, and leadership development. \nThis programme is delivered in four focused modules\, designed to minimise time away from any physical working site while ensuring\, enabling and maximising learning and immediate impact. \nThe aim is to empower and encourage leaders to be strategic\, resilient and adaptive in driving sustainable transformation. \nParticipants will conduct a Safety & Voice Audit on a live project within their organisation\, identifying: \n\nCurrent safety communication practices\nBarriers preventing workers from speaking up\nOpportunities to strengthen leadership behaviours that reinforce safety culture\n\nParticipants will conduct an Efficiency Leak Assessment on a current project to identify opportunities to improve: \n\nMaterial efficiency\nEnergy use\nTime management and workflow\nKnowledge transfer across teams\n\nParticipants will develop a practical action plan to eliminate or reduce these inefficiencies. \nParticipants will conduct Stay Interviews with members of their team to understand: \n\nWhat motivates employees to stay?\nWhat challenges do they face?\nWhat improvements could increase engagement and retention?\n\nParticipants will use insights from these interviews to design a team engagement improvement plan. \nParticipants will develop a Leadership Development Plan for themselves and their organisation or that in which they work\, including: \n\nIdentification of potential future leaders\nCareer pathway mapping\nOpportunities for learning and development\n\n\nTuesday\, June 9th: 10am – 1pm (CONFIRMED)\nThursday\, June 18th: 10am – 1pm\nThursday\, June 25th: 10am – 1pm\nTuesday\, June 30th or Wednesday\, July 1st: 10am – 1pm\nTuesday\, July 7th: 10am – 1pm\nTuesday\, July 14th or Thursday\, July 16th: 10am – 1pm\nTuesday\, July 21st: 10am – 1pm\nThursday\, July 23rd: 10am – 1pm\n\nEach session is 10:00am to 1:00pm \nSessions will be blended\, in person and remotely delivered. Candidates will require basic IT Skills. \nVenue: In person days will be delivered in the Enniscorthy Business Centre\, Enniscorthy\, Co. Wexford.
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/leadership-from-the-ground-up-lead-with-purpose-retain-staff-and-deliver-sustainable-construction-blended-programme/
LOCATION:TBC
CATEGORIES:Digital Effectiveness,Future Workforce,Governance Excellence,Strategic Culture
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SUMMARY:Core Communication Skills for Leaders\, Professionals & Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:Strong communication underpins effective leadership\, collaboration and decision-making in every organisation. When people communicate clearly\, listen actively and present their ideas with confidence\, teams work better together and organisations perform more effectively. \nThis programme is designed for professionals across the organisation who communicate with colleagues\, stakeholders\, clients or partners as part of their role  and will equip participants with the core communication tools\, principles and engagement strategies needed to communicate clearly and professionally across a wide range of workplace situations including practical skills that employees can apply immediately in meetings\, written communications and stakeholder interactions. \nParticipants will develop the ability to communicate with clarity\, listen actively\, structure their messages effectively and strengthen their professional presence. \nIt is particularly valuable for: \n\nBusiness owners and entrepreneurs\nSenior managers and team leaders\nDepartment heads and executives\nProfessionals responsible for client\, partner or internal communications\n\nParticipants will learn: \n\nCore communication tools\, principles and engagement strategies\nTechniques for actively listening\, questioning and engaging meaningfully\nCommunicating with clarity by cutting jargon and delivering concise messages\nUsing body language\, observation skills and self-awareness to respond appropriately to stakeholders\nWriting clear professional communications\, including emails\, letters and structured text communication\nStructuring written content through effective report formats\, focus sheets and content organisation\n\nThe programme also introduces practical editor checklists and tools to help participants structure and refine written communication. \nSkills Participants Will Develop \nBy the end of the programme\, participants will be able to: \n\nSpeak persuasively in meetings\, presentations and stakeholder interactions\nApply active listening strategies to understand\, question and respond meaningfully\nUse body language effectively and read signals from others to strengthen influence\nPrepare clear\, structured and compelling written communications\nImprove professional presence and influence through purposeful communication.\n\nTrainer: \nCharley Swords: is an international leadership strategist and mentor who works with high-achieving\, visionary leaders to elevate their leadership potential and strengthen the impact of their teams. \nWith more than 27 years of experience guiding executives across over 30 countries\, Charley specialises in aligning strategy with people to support meaningful\, people-first transformation within organisations. \nPassionate about leadership development\, Charley partners with organisations\, senior leaders and their teams to unlock potential\, strengthen leadership capability and drive lasting organisational impact. \nThrough her work\, employees are supported to elevate to new levels of effectiveness\, clarity and influence. \nVenue: In-person – Co. Wexford Chamber Boardroom \nThis is an in person session run in collaboration with the Co. Wexford Chamber Skillnet – and will be hosted on site in the Co. Wexford Chamber Boardroom.
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/core-communication-skills-for-leaders-professionals-business-owners/
LOCATION:Wexford Chamber of Commerce\, Ireland
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SUMMARY:Coaching Skills for Leaders & HR Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Developing strong coaching skills empowers leaders and HR professionals to foster high-performing\, resilient teams by enhancing interpersonal effectiveness\, psychological safety\, and overall engagement. \nResearch shows that leaders who adopt a coaching approach create environments where employees feel supported\, valued\, and motivated\, which improves retention and reduces stress. Coaching strengthens self-awareness\, emotional intelligence\, and communication\, fostering trust\, collaboration\, and team cohesion. Ref: RJ Jones\, Stephen Woods and Y Guillaume Journal of Occupational and Organizational Psychology\, Vol.89\, pp.249-277 02/05/2016 \n  \nThis programme equips leaders and HR professionals with structured coaching competencies that enhance interpersonal effectiveness\, strengthen psychological safety and support sustainable performance. By developing active listening\, powerful questioning\, self-awareness and practical application of the tGROW model\, participants learn how to integrate coaching into everyday leadership practice. \nAims\nThis programme aims to equip leaders and HR professionals with skills to manage people using a coaching style and best practise thinking and techniques. \nSpecifically\, the programme will enable participants to: \n\nDevelop core coaching competencies to support employee development\, wellbeing\, and sustainable employment\nEnhance interpersonal effectiveness\nBuild a coaching culture that enhances employee engagement and performance\nApply coaching approaches to foster inclusive\, psychologically safe workplace environments where diverse talent can flourish\nUse coaching conversations to drive behavioural change aligned with organisational values\nCreate conditions where employees are ‘net better off’ through coaching that supports their growth and development\n\nProgramme Content\nThe programme is delivered over three interactive half-day sessions (9am-1pm) and covers the following core content areas: \n\nFoundations of Coaching: Understanding what coaching is and is not; distinguishing coaching from mentoring\, consulting\, leading\, and managing; when and how to use a coaching approach\nCore Coaching Skills: Active listening techniques; powerful questioning frameworks; building trust and psychological safety; creating awareness through reflection\nThe tGROW Model: Deep dive into Goal\, Reality\, Options\, and Will framework; practical application through role-play and real workplace scenarios\nEffective Communication: Communication styles and their impact; providing constructive feedback through a coaching lens\nSelf-Awareness and Transactional Analysis: Understanding ego states (Parent\, Adult\, Child); recognising communication patterns; developing emotional intelligence as a coach-leader.\n\nBy the end of this programme\, participants will be able to: \n\nClearly articulate the definition and purpose of coaching\, and distinguish it from other leadership approaches (mentoring\, managing\, consulting\, directing)\nDemonstrate active listening skills that create space for employee reflection\, insight\, and self-directed development\nConstruct and ask powerful questions that promote critical thinking\, awareness\, and sustainable behavioural change\nApply the tGROW coaching model effectively in performance conversations\, development discussions\, and check-ins\nAdapt communication styles using Transactional Analysis principles to build stronger\, more effective relationships\nUse coaching approaches to support employee wellbeing and performance\nIntegrate coaching skills into daily leadership practice to build a sustainable coaching culture aligned with organisational values.\n\nSession 1: Coaching Foundations & Core Skills \nSession 2: Communication\, Self-Awareness & Inclusive Coaching \nSession 3: Integrate the learning \nBetween-Session Practice: Participants engage in peer-to-peer coaching practice between sessions\, using their learning logs for reflection. This reinforces learning and builds confidence before returning for the next session.  \nAccreditation\nThis programme is delivered by an ICF (International Coaching Federation) ACC (Associate Certified Coach) accredited coach. While the programme itself does not lead to formal coaching accreditation\, participants will: \n\nReceive a Certificate of Completion from Awaken Coaching\nGain 12 hours of professional development\nDevelop competencies aligned with ICF Core Coaching Competencies framework\nReceive a comprehensive participant workbook and coaching tools for ongoing practice.\n\nThis programme is ideal for \n\nSenior leaders and executives who want to develop a coaching leadership style and build coaching cultures in their organisations\nLine managers and team leaders responsible for performance management\, employee development\, and team wellbeing\nHR professionals who support leaders in building people capabilities and want to model coaching approaches in their advisory role\nLearning & Development practitioners who want to integrate coaching skills into their facilitation and employee development programmes\nAnyone with people management responsibilities who wants to enhance their effectiveness through coaching skills\n\n3 x Half day sessions:  \nDates: 22nd Sept\, 13th Oct & 3rd November 2026 2026
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/coaching-skills-for-leaders-hr-professionals/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Certificate in Harnessing Neurodiversity in the Modern Workplace
DESCRIPTION:N.B. this programme is €720pp by direct invoice \nPaying by card includes an admin fee – €25 per transaction. \nThe usual price is €950pp directly with NCI. Please note you can register your interest for this programme below\, delegates will be required to complete registration with NCI and must meet certain criteria to be eligible for funding and to qualify for the programme\, please read below for full details. \n— \nThis programme is designed to create an awareness of the opportunities and challenges for organisations in their endeavours towards gaining the full potential of Neurodivergent employees. At a time of near full employment and when a different approach to work is becoming increasingly important due to the changing nature of work and the challenges faced in recruitment creating a more diverse accepting workplace gives the opportunity for improvement across the organisation. \nManagers and neurodivergent employees will both benefit from gaining a greater understanding of neurodiversity and on how to make the workplace more accommodating towards the challenges faced and ensuring the unique abilities of all employees is harnessed towards greater success. \nProviding recruitment professionals with the understanding of the challenges and opportunities presented by neurodivergent people will enhance the process of job design and people specification. \n  Programme content \n Introduction to Neurodiversity \nLearners will be introduced to currently recognised forms of neurodiversity. These workshops will include an explanation of the diagnosis and impacts of a range of diversities and explore the historical context and evolution of neurodiversity recognition. An introductory discussion will focus on the neurological bases of neurodiversity. \n\nLegal frameworks\, rights and behaviours related to neurodiversity in the workplace\n\nLearners will explore the broader societal issues of neurodiversity such as attitudes to disability\, international and national policy developments such as UNCRPD\, SDGs\, equality legislation\, voices of neurodiverse people. \n\nStrengths and Contributions of Neurodiverse Individuals\n\n Learners will explore how Neurodiverse individuals can be an asset in the workplace and how best to capitalise on the talents of everyone in the organisation. This segment will include developing strategies to identify and develop the unique talents of neurodiverse employees and for recruitment and retention. \n\nAddressing Workplace Challenges Associated with Neurodiversity\n\nEach neurodiversity presents challenges\, and this section will further develop the learners’ understanding of these challenges and prepare the foundation for the next section. \n\nInclusive Workplace Strategies\n\nLearners will explore how to evaluate the workplace and how to plan for inclusivity of diversity to gain corporate advantage. This section will include an introduction to workplace playbooks and the development of performance indicators to measure the effectiveness of neurodiversity initiatives \n Learning Objectives \n\nProvide evidence of a deep level of understanding of Neurodiversity and the neurological bases of Neurodiversity\nCritically examine current issues in neurodiversity and develop practical expertise that can be applied to minimise barriers in the workplace\nSynthesise an integrated and systematic understanding of various discourses regarding neurodivergent experiences.\nProvide evidence of a critical awareness of the difficulties and opportunities associated with a cross-section of neurodiversity in the workplace\nDevelop and document a plan to maximise an organisation’s ability to harness Neurodiverse talent.\n\nFormat of Delivery: This programme is designed for a blended format over a five week period. \nOur Academic team have reverted to advise of the below delivery dates: \n  \n\n\n\nDate\n03-Oct\n10-Oct\n17-Oct\n24-Oct\n07-Nov\n\n\nHours\n10:00 to 17:00\n19:00 to 21:00\n19:00 to 21:00\n19:00 to 21:00\n10:00 to 17:00\n\n\nLocation\nNCI – Onsite\nOnline\nOnline\nOnline\nNCI – Onsite\n\n\n\n  \nAccreditation: QQI Level 9 accredited \nThis programme is ideal for \n\nAn individual who is working or planning to work in an organisation with a neurodiverse workforce.\nEmployers who want to understand and access neurodiverse talent and/or harness the neurodiversity of their current workforce.\nIndividuals within the neurodiverse community seeking a greater understanding of themselves and how they can better contribute to the workplace.\nPeople with a Clinical / Psychological / Occupational Therapy background who assist people from the neurodiversity community seeking employment.\n\nEntry Requirements: \nTypically\, applicants will have completed a full Level 8 degree with a 2.2 award or higher\, Applicants who do not meet the above academic requirements but can provide evidence of substantial professional experience in a relevant domain may apply to the programme via the Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) process at the National College of Ireland. \nFor applicants whose first language is not English\, please note the English language entry requirements. Given the blended delivery of the programme applicants must be able to navigate a website and engage with typical\, standard applications such as Microsoft Word\, and PowerPoint. \nCourse NCI Webpage : Certificate in Harnessing Neurodiversity in the Modern Workplace | NCI
URL:https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/event/certificate-in-harnessing-neurodiversity-in-the-modern-workplace/
LOCATION:Blended
CATEGORIES:Future Workforce,Governance Excellence,Strategic Culture,Wellbeing
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