Music Development Officer for Music Generation Mayo
About the role
Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board (MSLETB), as Lead Partner for Music Generation Mayo, seeks to appoint a Music Development Officer to implement its plans for the provision of performance music education for children and young people in Co. Mayo.
Music Generation Mayo is part of Music Generation, Ireland’s National Music Education Programme, which transforms the lives of children and young people through access to high-quality, subsidised performance music education. Initiated by Music Network, Music Generation is co-funded by U2, The Ireland Funds, the Department of Education & Youth, and Local Music Education Partnerships (LMEPs), in which Education and Training Boards and Local Authorities play a lead role. Locally, Music Generation Mayo is supported and funded by Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board and Mayo County Council.
Responsibilities
- Implement plans for performance music education for children and young people in Co. Mayo.
Requirements
- Significant experience in music development and/or music education or a relevant artistic field.
- Initiative, rigour, excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, and a passion for music.
- Breadth of experience and understanding of performance music education across a range of ages, genres of music, and contexts.
- Quantifiable and relevant management and financial experience in project planning/delivery and/or developmental initiatives.
Closing Date: 12.00 noon Friday 27th March 2026