Early Years – the organisation for young children wish to recruit a Procurement Officer to work within the ASPIRE project.

The ASPIRE Project is a shared education initiative, funded through PEACEPLUS, and aimed at providing direct and sustained contact between children from all backgrounds.  This multi-year, cross border partnership is led by Northern Ireland Education Authority, alongside Early Years, the National Childhood Network, Léargas and Fermanagh Trust.

Early Years will be leading on the pre-school element.   The ASPIRE Project includes the design and build of a shared education online resource. Securing the right supplier will be central to the success of this project.  This is a fantastic opportunity to work on an ambitious project seeking to make a real difference to our society by embedding shared education from the start. 

The post holder will lead, manage, and develop a procurement strategy to inform key external procurement activity to support ASPIRE Programme Delivery.  The role is 37 hours, based in Belfast. This role is fixed term for 6 months, with possibility of extension subject to funding.

As part of our team, you’ll work closely with the Head of Funded Projects and the wider ASPIRE Project Team; managing and monitoring the procurement process within the ASPIRE project. You will engage with a variety of partners and build strong supplier relationships to support delivery.

To find out more about the role and to apply, visit our website by clicking the links below.

During the application process, you will be asked to upload a CV. Alternatively, for an application form, please email monitoringofficer@early-years.org.

Closing date: Monday 14th October 2024 at 12 noon.

Interview date: Wednesday 23rd October 2024.

Early Years is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing flexible friendly working conditions.  As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in the Organisation, we would particularly welcome applications from these groups.