Westmeath Community Development (WCD), is the local development company for the county. We administer a range of programmes and support services to individuals and community groups that improves quality of life through the provision of lifelong learning, capacity building and labour market supports. LEADER is a community led approach to local development funded through Ireland’s Rural Development Programme 2014-2022. It supports initiatives that seek to address locally identified needs and challenges. WCD is now seeking a LEADER Development Officer to implement actions under this programme. About the Role Job Title: LEADER Development officer Location: Mullingar [with hybrid working arrangements in place] Contract: Fixed Term Contract until 31.12.2024 Hours: 35 hours/week with some evening and/or weekend work Salary: €38,547.80 – €42,250.34 (depending on qualifications & experience) Application Process Completed Application Form emailed to Bernie Leavy (Programme Manager) bleavy@westcd.ie Closing date for receipt of Application form is 4pm on Friday 29th September 2023 Shortlisting may apply Second round interviews may apply