Core Capabilities for Executive Officers (and equivalent grades)
PAI Online Zoom
Week of Events
PAI’s Certificate in Public Procurement – 8-Day Blended Programme
Enhance your expertise in Strategic Public Procurement with PAI’s 8-day certificate programme. Designed for public sector professionals, this programme combines expert insights, practical case studies, and the latest strategies in procurement law, sustainability, and social responsibility.
Certificate in Corporate Governance
Strong governance is essential for public sector integrity, accountability, and efficiency. In light of Ireland’s evolving compliance landscape, our Corporate Governance Programme provides the critical knowledge and tools to navigate complex frameworks and drive lasting value for your organisation.
Certificate in GDPR: Advanced (Level 2) – Online Course
This advanced, certified online course in GDPR is a practical and focused course, designed for any public servant involved in the provision of information to the public.
Climate Action Leadership Training
This Climate Action Leadership Training is structured into four comprehensive modules, each delving into key areas of climate action and leadership. All senior management personnel (PO level or equivalent and above) are mandated to complete Climate Action Leadership Training under the Climate Action Plan.
Managing Third-Party Spend in the Public Sector: From Ex-Ante Appraisal to Ex-Post Evaluation
This programme equips public sector managers, finance officers, procurement professionals, and project leads with the knowledge and tools to effectively manage third-party spend and capital budgets across the full project lifecycle.
Core Capabilities for Executive Officers (and equivalent grades)
This programme is aligned with the updated Capability Framework Overview. This framework supports the key grades in building a diverse and talented workforce for the future, capable of collaboratively delivering excellence on behalf of civil and public service.
Monday, September 28, 2026
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September 28, 2026 -Supporting Neurodivergent People in the Workplace
Supporting Neurodivergent People in the Workplace
This popular half day online programme provides HR professionals, line managers and other employees interested in this topic, with the knowledge and understanding they need to support neurodivergent workers, from a HR and legal perspective.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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September 30, 2026 -AI Governance and Freedom of Information in the Public Sector
AI Governance and Freedom of Information in the Public Sector
This programme provides a comprehensive overview of the evolving role and use of artificial intelligence (AI) within the public sector, with a particular focus on governance, transparency, and Freedom of Information (FOI) obligations.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
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October 1, 2026 -Conducting Market Research in Public Procurement – Insight, Strategy & Decision-Making
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October 1, 2026 -Workshop: Finance for Non Financials
Conducting Market Research in Public Procurement – Insight, Strategy & Decision-Making
Market Research is designed as part of a progressive procurement capability pathway and builds upon foundational learning provided through core public procurement programmes. This course focuses on developing practical, applied skills relevant to the medium complexity level and is suitable for both procurement professionals and business stakeholders.
Workshop: Finance for Non Financials
A key skill required of many people, including those working in or newly introduced to a financial role, is the ability to understand key financial statements.
All organisations produce some form of financial statements, and most people will, at some point in their careers, have a need to be able to read and understand these.
Friday, October 2, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
No events on this day.
Sunday, October 4, 2026
No events on this day.