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SUMMARY:PAI's Certificate in Public Procurement - 8-Day Blended Programme
DESCRIPTION:Day 1:  Wednesday\, September 9th | In person |   \nDay 2:  Thursday\, September 10th | In person |  \nDay 3: Tuesday\, September 15th | Online |  \nDay 4: Wednesday\, September 16th | Online  |   \nDay 5:  Wednesday\, September 30th | Online |  \nDay 6: Wednesday\, October 7th | Online | \nDay 7: Tuesday\, October 13th | Online |  \nDay 8: Wednesday\, October 21st| Online Assessment Day (Group Presentation) \nAccreditation: Institute of Commercial Management \nPlease note that this is a blended programme and the first two in person dates will take place in a Dublin City Centre venue (Grand Canal Hotel\, D4).  \nAll remaining dates will take place online. \nAbout this Programme \nPAI’s 8 day certificate programme provides learners with a comprehensive introduction to Strategic Public Procurement.  Delivered both live and online to public sector executives seeking to professionalize and enhance their knowledge of procurement law and strategy\, our programme highlights the key part this profession plays in driving progress beyond the traditional pillars (value\, quality\, and transparency) and adopting new pillars such as strategic and green procurement. \nThe modules for this certificate are current\, topical and tailored specifically to align with Governments objectives\, to reduce the impact on the environment\, enhance sustainability\, and increase accessibility by incorporating Social Considerations into the Public Procurement process. PAI’s panel of trainers\, industry leaders and guest public sector speakers will share their expert insights\, case studies and open key discussions on current opportunities and challenges relevant to the public procurement professional. \nThis programme is essential for public sector employees\, employees working within commercial semi states and local government sector who have or expect to be given responsibility for procurement projects. \nProgramme Structure \nPAI’s Certificate in Public Procurement\nTopics Covered \nOur certificate programme topics will be addressed by a variety of industry experts and interesting speakers. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of Irish and EU procurement rules\, guidelines and regulations and the public procurement regulatory regime including: \n\nThe current directives\nPolicy guidelines\nLegal Developments\nStrategic Procurement\nEvaluating the Value to Risk\nSupplier Relationship Management\nOverview of the Infrastructure Guidelines\nCorporate Social Responsibility (CSR)\nGreen Procurement and the Circular Economy\nSupply Chain Resilience\nTender evaluation and contract award\nProcurement Disputes\nCourt decisions\nBid rigging\n\nLearning Outcomes\n \nWho should attend ?\nThe intended audience are both public sector employees and employees from the private sector who have or expect to be given responsibility for procurement projects. No previous training or special skills in procurement or finance are required or expected. Managers or supervisors with procurement responsibilities who would like to update their knowledge and skills and achieve a qualification in this area will also benefit. The course focuses on procurement of goods and services including IT and consultancy. The course offers offers participants valuable opportunities to network with colleagues and our panel of expert speakers while supporting good peer learning from across the public and private sector. A practical industry ready programme\, this certificate programme is always very popular amongst our clients and a great platform for anyone involved in public procurement. \nTestimonials \n \nAssessment\nEach participant is assessed on the basis of coursework and an online group presentation on the last day. They will be required to demonstrate their uptake of skills and knowledge on all of the course modules. Participants must pass the group presentation on the last day of the course and complete the two course assignments in order to receive their certificate award. Assessment includes two case studies and an online group presentation. Learners will receive a Professional Development (CPD) certificate on successful completion of the course including attendance\, coursework assessments and the final exam. \n\nMultiple Delegate Discount\n\nLimited Places Available – book early to avoid disappointment. \n\n3+ Delegates – 5% Discount\n5+ Delegates – 10% Discount\n10+ Delegates – 15% Discount\n\nTo avail of our multiple delegate discount for 3 or more delegates\, you must email registrations@pai.ie with the name and details of all those you wish to book. All those you wish to book on must be booked at the same time. For 1 or 2 attendees\, manually enter in the number of tickets you wish to purchase below.
URL:https://pai.ie/events/pais-certificate-in-public-procurement-8-day-blended-course/
LOCATION:The Grand Canal Hotel | Zoom\, D04 X5X7
CATEGORIES:Certificate Programmes,Public Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261005T093000
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SUMMARY:PAI's Certificate in Effective Leadership - Three Day Blended Programme
DESCRIPTION:Full Programme Details \nDay 1: Monday\, October 5th October | In Person\nDay 2: Tuesday\, October 6th October | In Person\nDay 3: Tuesday\, 13th October  | Online \n  \nPlease note: Day 1 and 2 of this programme will take place in person in a Dublin 4 venue (Grand Canal Hotel) to allow for additional engagement and initial peer learning. The remainder of the course will be delivered online. \nAbout the course\nWhat does it take to be a good leader and manager in public sector organisations? It is often said that good leaders are made and not born\, and that leadership skills are acquired through identifying your own leadership styles and adapting them to the situation and people involved in your workplace. Formal training programmes in leadership provide a learning structure within which to develop an understanding of the principles of leadership and identify areas in which individuals need to concentrate their development effort to be excellent leaders and managers. \nThis Certificate in Effective Leadership is a qualification exploring roles and theories\, winning and maintaining commitment\, setting and communicating direction. Attendees will be given a thorough grounding in the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). This instrument is the most widely-used framework for providing insights and understanding of individual preferences that may drive specific workplace behaviours. It is particularly useful for those who do not have the opportunity to engage actively in leadership but who are preparing to do so\, or for those employed in a leadership role and are keen to underpin their practice with a clearer knowledge of the principles of leadership. \nLearning Outcomes\nThroughout the course\, attendees will: \n\nIdentify the key principles of strategy in leadership – vision\, mission\, strategy – and the roles they play\nAssess and develop their own ability to motivate others and build commitment to their organisation’s values and goals;\nAssess the effect the prevailing leadership styles have on behaviour and performance in their organisation;\nDevelop an in-depth understanding of their own personality and how it influences their behaviour at work across a range of contexts and situations;\nDevelop their ability to communicate their organisation’s values and goals to others;\nDevelop their own ability to use different leadership styles\, as appropriate to the situation and people involved;\nIdentify and improve on the factors shaping levels of motivation and commitment;\nImprove and develop their personal leadership and management skills for the public sector workplace; and\nUse the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) to focus on the likely strengths and positive qualities of different personality styles.\nDevelop an understanding of leading teams and their own leadership capability.\n\nIntended Audience\nThe intended audience are public sector employees who in the course of their work are expected to perform a leadership role. Delegates have been from the civil service\, state agencies and bodies\, universities and local authorities. They are usually head of a function\, a manager\, director or senior executive (typically equivalent to HEO\, AP\, PO grades in the civil service). It is also of value and interest to specialists\, officers and officials at all grades who are preparing to take on leadership roles and who wish to progress their careers. \nEvaluation and Validation\nInformal Validation Multiple learning interventions are built into this programme including: case studies\, self-assessment\, group exercises\, role plays and presentations are used throughout the course and customised to meet the specific needs and experience of attendees. \nAccreditation Attendees will receive a continuing professional development (CPD) certificate on successful completion of the programme. \nTrainer\nOur trainer\, Ashley Hughes\, is a driven professional with 25 years’ experience in the People Development arena working across public\, private and voluntary sectors.  She has exemplary learning and development credentials offering a proven track record of success in the design and delivery of engaging learning programmes. Ashley’s specialities include soft-skill training\, personality profiling workshops\, leadership development\, organisational effectiveness\, building high performance teams\, managing virtual teams\, managing change and creating enabling organisational cultures. \nAshley has worked with Public Affairs Ireland for over 15 years and is the programme designer and leader for the ILM accredited Certificate in Leadership programme. As a qualified Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Practitioner\, Ashley runs personality profiling workshops to raise individual self-awareness and enhance team collaboration. She attended Yale School of Management\, New Haven\, Connecticut\, where she studied the management of virtual teams and the behavioural science of management. The insights gained have equipped her with the knowledge and skills to support people now working in virtual environments. \nAshley has also designed bespoke programmes to address specific client needs across the Public Sector. \nShe holds an M.Sc in Management from Trinity College and is a HETAC qualified Master Trainer. She has practitioner qualifications in MBTI and  Blanchard Situational Leadership. She has lectured in leadership at MBA level for the past 15 years at Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School. \nAshley is also certified in Unconscious Bias and Cultural Intelligence from the Cultural Intelligence Center in Michigan. \nTailored Training\nAll of our open programmes can also be run on an in-house basis. For more information\, see our page on In-House Training. \n\nMultiple Delegate Discount\nLimited Places Available – book early to avoid disappointment. \n\n3+ Delegates – 5% Discount\n5+ Delegates – 10% Discount\n10+ Delegates – 15% Discount\n\nTo avail of our multiple delegate discount for 3 or more delegates\, you must email registrations@pai.ie with the name and details of all those you wish to book. All those you wish to book on must be booked at the same time. \nFor 1 or 2 attendees\, manually enter in the number of tickets you wish to purchase below.
URL:https://pai.ie/events/pai-certificate-in-leadership/
LOCATION:The Grand Canal Hotel | Zoom\, D04 X5X7
CATEGORIES:Certificate Programmes,Leadership & Management
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261020T160000
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SUMMARY:PAI’s Regulatory Profession Programme - Building Regulatory Capability for Modern Regulation
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Monday 5th\, 13th and 20th October 2026  \n(Day 1 will take place in person in the Grand Canal Hotel\, D4 with the remaining days taking place online) \nA blended professional development programme comprising one in-person workshop (09.30 -4pm)\, two live online masterclasses (09.30 – 1pm each day) + a regulatory capability assessment framework. \n  \nIreland’s first cross-sector programme dedicated to developing the regulatory profession. \nDeveloped using the UK’s Core Regulatory Skills Framework and adapted for the Irish regulatory environment. \nToday’s regulators operate in an environment characterised by technological disruption\, increasing public expectations\, evolving policy priorities and growing scrutiny of regulatory decisions. Regulatory professionals are expected to exercise sound judgement\, apply regulatory powers proportionately\, make evidence-based decisions and deliver effective outcomes while maintaining public trust and confidence. \nWhile many regulatory staff possess significant technical and sectoral expertise\, there is growing recognition of the need to develop the professional capabilities required for modern regulatory practice. \nPAI’s Regulatory Profession Programme has been designed to address this challenge. \nDrawing on international best practice\, including the UK Government’s Core Regulatory Skills Framework\, the programme provides a structured and practical approach to developing the knowledge\, skills and judgement required for effective regulation\, supervision and enforcement. \n  \nParticipants will develop capability across six core areas of professional regulatory practice: \n\nRegulatory theory and principles\nRegulatory frameworks and governance\nRegulatory judgement and decision-making\nData\, evidence and intelligence-led regulation\nRegulatory tools\, supervision and enforcement\nStakeholder engagement\, influence and collaboration\n\n  \nThe programme equips participants to navigate complex regulatory environments\, respond to emerging risks and technologies\, engage effectively with stakeholders and apply regulatory powers fairly\, consistently and proportionately. Suitable for regulatory officers\, inspectors\, supervisors\, case officers\, enforcement staff\, policy professionals and managers working across regulatory\, supervisory and oversight bodies. \n  \nAvailable as both an open enrolment programme and a tailored in-house programme aligned to an organisation’s statutory mandate\, regulatory framework and strategic priorities.
URL:https://pai.ie/events/pais-regulatory-profession-programme/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261012T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261012T130000
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SUMMARY:Minute-Taking Made Easy - Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:About the seminar \nWorking practices have changed significantly in the last few years.  With the growth of hybrid working\, accurate minutes are increasingly important. Colleagues who may have exchanged information and kept up to date simply by being in the work environment now rely on minutes more than ever. This means  minutes must be clear and understandable for people who did not attend a meeting\, as well as for attendees. This workshop will help you to assess what is required for the minutes you take. \nThe ability to take clear and concise minutes that accurately reflect the decisions taken and actions agreed at important meetings is an essential requirement for anyone working in the public sector. The aims of this highly practical seminar are to provide participants with the skills and tools to become effective minute-takers and to build personal confidence in their own abilities. \nThe workshop-style seminar covers the A to Z of taking minutes\, from preparing effectively for a meeting to reviewing the finished minutes. Participants learn about best practice\, including how to create an effective agenda\, how to listen more effectively and ways to note salient points quickly and clearly. To achieve this\, participants experience every stage of the minute-taking process from start to finish. \nLearning Objectives\n \n  \nIntended Audience\nThis seminar is designed for those who are required to take minutes but have never received formal training as well as public sector employees who will have to take minutes in the future and want to be able to understand and apply best practice. It will also be of interest to anyone who would like to polish their minute-taking skills. \nCourse Tutor\nSarah Marriott is a highly experienced trainer and former journalist who specialises in delivering Writing Skills courses for the public and private sectors. \nSarah has worked as a feature writer and sub-editor at The Irish Times. She has also been involved in training Irish Times editorial staff. She is a former lecturer on the MA in Journalism at Dublin Institute of Technology and is the author of Common Errors in Written English. \nMultiple Delegate Discount\nLimited Places Available – book early to avoid disappointment. \n\n3+ Delegates – 5% Discount\n5+ Delegates – 10% Discount\n10+ Delegates – 15% Discount\n\nTo avail of our multiple delegate discount for 3 or more delegates\, you must email registrations@pai.ie with the name and details of all those you wish to book. All those you wish to book on must be booked at the same time. \nFor 1 or 2 attendees\, manually enter in the number of tickets you wish to purchase below.
URL:https://pai.ie/events/minute-taking-made-easy-online-workshop/
LOCATION:PAI Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Minute-Taking Made Easy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261012T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261102T160000
DTSTAMP:20260630T101044Z
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SUMMARY:Certificate in Public Expenditure and Financial Management - 3 day Online Course
DESCRIPTION:Full Programme Details\n\nDay 1:Monday\, 12 October\nDay 2: Monday\, 19 October\nDay 3: Monday\, 2 November\nCPD: Institute of Commercial Management (ICM) Accredited\n\n\n  \nCourse Overview \nThe aim of this three day online course is to provide public sector employees with essential knowledge and skills in public financial procedures and control\, and to build their competence in important and essential aspects of financial management\, thereby enhancing their skill base in this area. \nThe course will focus on theory as well as practical financial management tasks that relate back to the workplace and attendees will go away with useful reference points for their work with the necessary skillset to apply it to their role. \nThe trainer will test knowledge gained and the ability to apply it. Participation and interaction will be encouraged by way of discussion and group exercises. This programme has been custom-designed for the public sector in Ireland. \nThe case studies that have been prepared for delegates to work with are based on relevant examples. \n  \nLearning Outcomes \nFollowing the successful completion of the course\, delegates will have acquired knowledge and developed skills and techniques which will give them the ability to perform financial functions for their organisations efficiently and well. \nOn completion of this course\, delegates will be able to: \nImprove their organisation’s finance function and performance both within the organisation and in an inter-organisational context \nInterpret and analyse a range of financial reports – including the cash basis of accounting along with asset registers and balance sheets \nDevelop financial planning and control functions \nStructure and prepare a budget \nControl and manage a budget \nEvaluate budget/programme performance against budget \nPrepare for a policy or expenditure review \nHave a good understanding of essential financial concepts and the framework within which the financial administration of the State operates in the public sector through the Oireachtas\, the Comptroller and Auditor General (C&AG)\, the Appropriation Accounts and the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) \nUnderstand the nature and determinants of the public finances and the Estimates and Budgetary Cycle. \n  \nCertification  \nThis course is accredited by the Institute of Commercial Management (ICM). Attendees will receive an ICM Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Training Award on successful completion of a short written assignment \n  \nTailored Training  \n\n\n\n\nAll of our open programmes can also be run on an in-house basis. For more information\, see our page on In-House Training. \n  \nBooking \nMultiple Delegate Discount \n\n3+ Delegates – 5% Discount\n5+ Delegates – 10% Discount\n10+ Delegates – 20% Discount \nTo avail of our multiple delegate discount for 3 or more delegates\, you must email registrations@pai.ie with the name and details of all those you wish to book. All those you wish to book on must be booked at the same time. \n\nFor 1 or 2 attendees\, manually enter in the number of tickets you wish to purchase below.
URL:https://pai.ie/events/certificate-in-public-expenditure-and-financial-management-3-day-online-course/
LOCATION:PAI Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Certificate Programmes,Public Financial Management and Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261013T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261013T150000
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SUMMARY:Advanced Report Writing – Clarity\, Impact\, and Influence
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nOne day long professional programme \nIn today’s fast-paced\, information-rich environment\, report writing is more than just a documentation exercise…. it’s a strategic communication skill. This one-day workshop equips professionals with the tools to write reports that are clear\, compelling\, and drive action. Participants will explore how to structure information for maximum impact\, tell powerful stories with data\, and present written insights in a way that informs\, influences\, and inspires. \nGrounded in the principles of plain English and communication as a leadership skill\, this session blends practical writing habits with strategic thinking. Whether writing for executives\, clients\, or teams\, participants will learn how to write reports that are not only read but remembered. \nThe session will also address the growing use of AI tools in report writing\, with practical guidance on how to use them effectively in the various phases of report structuring\, drafting\, and editing\, as well as looking at output quality control. \nThe workshop is interactive\, combining real-world examples\, hands-on exercises\, and peer feedback to support skill development that participants can apply immediately in their roles. \nLearning Outcomes \nBy the end of this programme\, participants will be able to: \n• Write with clarity and purpose\, leading with key messages and tailoring their writing to specific audiences and contexts.\n• Use structure and formatting effectively to enhance readability\, including the use of headings\, bullet points\, and visual spacing.\n• Apply plain English principles to create writing that is accessible\, concise\, and effective—regardless of subject complexity.\n• Incorporate storytelling techniques to turn data into insights\, using narrative framing and visual tools to make technical information more engaging and actionable.\n• Craft compelling subject lines\, titles\, and calls to action that prompt meaningful responses and support decision-making.\n• Recognise writing as a tool of leadership\, using it to communicate priorities\, build trust\, and influence stakeholders.\n• Present written insights confidently\, applying verbal communication techniques to reinforce key messages and respond effectively to questions. \nThe programme will also cover the use AI of tools thoughtfully in the report-writing process\, including drafting effective prompts for tasks such as structuring\, drafting\, and editing reports\, and applying practical checks to assess the reliability and clarity of AI-generated output. \nWho should attend this training?   \nThis programme is ideal for public service professionals who write reports\, briefings\, or updates that inform decisions\, influence stakeholders\, or communicate policy. It’s particularly valuable for those in policy\, communications\, procurement management\, project management\, or leadership roles where clarity\, credibility\, accountability and impact are essential. \nTailored Training\n\n\n\nAll of our open programmes can also be run on an in-house basis. For more information\, see our page on In-House Training. \n\n\nMultiple Delegate Discount\n\n\n\nLimited Places Available – book early to avoid disappointment. \n\n3+ Delegates – 5% Discount\n5+ Delegates – 10% Discount\n10+ Delegates – 15% Discount\n\nTo avail of our multiple delegate discount for 3 or more delegates\, you must email registrations@pai.ie with the name and details of all those you wish to book. All those you wish to book on must be booked at the same time. \nFor 1 or 2 attendees\, manually enter in the number of tickets you wish to purchase below.
URL:https://pai.ie/events/advanced-report-writing-clarity-impact-and-influence/
LOCATION:Online\, Dublin\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Communications,CPD (Continuous Professional Development),Master Class,Personal and Interpersonal Effectiveness
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261014T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261014T130000
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SUMMARY:Audit and Risk Committees: Roles and Responsibilities for New and Existing Members
DESCRIPTION:Please Note: This is an in person workshop taking place in the Grand Canal Hotel\, Dublin 4. \nWorkshop Overview \nThis training aims to equip new and existing Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) members with the knowledge and skills necessary to fulfil their roles effectively. Participants will gain a clear understanding of public sector governance requirements\, ARC responsibilities\, and practical approaches to managing risk\, evaluating internal audit processes\, and ensuring compliance with governance codes. \nThe workshop includes an interactive simulated committee member meeting which will give attendees the experience of an ARC meeting from agenda through to action and will recognise the requirements for Accountability\, Assurance\, Internal Audit and Risk Management- the four pillars of public sector governance. \nBy the end of the programme\, participants will: \n\nHave a comprehensive understanding of ARC roles and responsibilities.\nBe able to evaluate and strengthen internal audit and risk management processes.\nConfidently contribute to the effectiveness of ARC meetings and governance outcomes.\nGain practical experience in running an ARC meeting.\n\nLearning Outcomes   \n\nUnderstanding Public Sector Governance\n\nAccountability\, Assurance\, Internal Audit\, and Risk Management: The Four Pillars.\n\n\nLegal and Regulatory Requirements for ARCs\n\nCode of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies 2016.\nEstablishing responsibilities through an ARC Charter.\n\n\nEvaluating ARC Effectiveness\n\nSelf-assessment and defining an effective committee.\n\n\nAudit Planning and Risk Management\n\nAudit Planning Memorandum (C&AG).\nEvaluating internal audits and risk management processes.\n\n\nKey Responsibilities in Practice\n\nReview of Risk Registers\, Internal Audit Plans\, and Governance Statements.\nAddressing emerging risks\, including geopolitical\, cyber\, AI\, and ESG concerns.\n\n\n\n  \nInteractive Workshop: Simulated ARC Meeting \nParticipants will apply their learning in a simulated ARC meeting to: \n\nElect a Chairperson and minute-taker.\nReview and discuss key agenda items\, including:\n\nExpertise and composition of ARC members.\nInternal Audit Plans and organizational risk priorities.\nRisk Register and Governance Statement reviews.\n\n\nIdentify and categorise risks (High\, Medium\, Low).\nDraft a meeting calendar and review sample minutes.\n\n  \nWho Should Attend ?\nThis workshop will benefit all new and experienced members involved in Audit and Risk Committees in public sector organisations. \nThe practical simulated meeting workshop element will allow attendees to experience a live meeting from agenda through to action which will reinforce the practical learnings of the workshop. \n  \nTailored Training \n\n\nAll of our open programmes can also be run on an in-house basis. For more information\, see our page on In-House Training.
URL:https://pai.ie/events/workshop-audit-risk-committee-members/
LOCATION:The Grand Canal Hotel\, Grand Canal Street Upper\, Dublin\, D04 X5X7\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Public Financial Management and Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261014T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261022T160000
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SUMMARY:Overview of Procurement Essentials - 2 Day Online Course
DESCRIPTION:Programme Overview\nPublic procurement is governed by a comprehensive regulatory and legal regime. It is essential that officials in the public sector dealing with procurement are aware of and know how to stay clear of legal and procedural pitfalls and demonstrate an understanding of how the procurement operation should function from the CPP through to the end of the procurement cycle. \nMistakes can be extremely costly for the public body concerned. Challenging compliance issues must be overcome in a manner that ultimately delivers best value for the public purse.  \nThis comprehensive course provides a practical overview of public procurement principles\, policies and procedures within the wider context of procurement best practice. \nIt will also demonstrate how to effectively manage and adopt best practice processes to ensure compliance while also delivering optimal value\, service\, quality\, innovation and reduced risk for your organisation. \n  \nLearning Outcomes\n \n  \nIntended Audience \nThis programme is suitable for anyone working through a procurement process as part of their role or for anyone who would benefit from knowing best practice procedures when it comes to procuring goods and services in the public service. \nIt will provide a very thorough overview of the procurement process that can be useful for transition into a procurement related role. \nMultiple Delegate Discount\nLimited Places Available – book early to avoid disappointment. \n\n3+ Delegates – 5% Discount\n5+ Delegates – 10% Discount\n10+ Delegates – 15% Discount\n\nTo avail of our multiple delegate discount for 3 or more delegates\, you must email registrations@pai.ie with the name and details of all those you wish to book. All those you wish to book on must be booked at the same time. \nFor 1 or 2 attendees\, manually enter in the number of tickets you wish to purchase below.
URL:https://pai.ie/events/overview-of-procurement-essentials-2-day-online-course-2/
LOCATION:PAI Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Public Financial Management and Procurement
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SUMMARY:Certificate in Policy Development\, Legislative Drafting and Delivery
DESCRIPTION:Please note: Day 1 of this programme will take place in person in a Dublin 4 venue (Grand Canal Hotel) to allow for additional engagement and initial peer learning. The remainder of the course will be delivered online. \nDay 1: Wednesday\, 14 October (in person) (3pm finish) \nDay 2: Wednesday\, 21 October (online) \nDay 3: Friday\, 23 October (online) \nTimes: 9.30am – 4.00pm (3pm finish Day 1) \nProgramme Overview\nThe development of public policy is a key responsibility of the Government and remains a key focus for public servants across all sectors. In recent years\, policy development has evolved to embrace more inclusive\, evidence-informed\, and delivery-focused approaches\, with increasing emphasis on stakeholder engagement\, consultation\, implementation planning\, governance\, and measurable outcomes. \nAt the same time\, developing policy and translating policy objectives into effective legislation and operational delivery remains complex. Public servants are expected not only to understand policy development principles but also to navigate implementation challenges\, governance requirements\, legal frameworks and political considerations. \nThis accredited certificate programme has been designed to provide participants with both the theoretical foundations and practical application skills required for modern public policy development. The programme places particular emphasis on the practical realities of delivering policy within complex public sector systems and multi stakeholder environments including cross-government coordination\, stakeholder engagement\, evidence-informed decision making\, implementation challenges\, and the evolving role of public services. \nDrawing on contemporary Irish policy case studies and real-world policy development experience\, participants will explore how policy is shaped not only by formal frameworks and processes\, but also by political\, organisational\, operational\, and societal considerations. \n  \nLearning Outcomes\n\nUnderstand the foundations of modern public policy development\nApply evidence-informed policy development tools and appraisal techniques (Cost Benefit Analysis and Multi-Criteria Analysis) and managing risk\nConduct stakeholder and consultation analyses to support evidence-based planning and decision-making\nUnderstand the mechanics of cross‑departmental coordination – the role of programme offices and central units\nEvaluate the challenges associated with complex multi-stakeholder environments and the institutional constraints that influence decision-making\, implementation\, and outcomes\nExplore practical implications for service reform within the Irish policy context\nUnderstand and identify the legislative pathway\, process and drafting considerations\nPolicy development and legislative amendments – key steps of successful drafting\nEvaluating/Drafting a Mock Policy – practical workshop\n\n  \nWho Should Attend?\nThe programme is aimed at all civil and public servants whose role involves developing and delivering policy\, from initial research to implementation and evaluation\, and for those who are seeking to obtain a deeper fuller understanding of the policy-making process. \nThe programme will be of direct relevance to those working in Government Departments and in the Public Service generally who are involved in the development of policy for their organisation and its effective enactment into legislation.  \nIt is a practical and focused training course\, with contributions from a panel of speakers with expertise in policy development\, policy development tools and appraisal techniques and the legislative and drafting process. \n  \nCertification\nThis course is externally accredited by the Institute of Commercial Management (ICM). Attendees will receive an ICM Continuing Professional Development and CPD Certificate upon successful completion of the programme and associated assessment. \n  \n\n\n\nTailored Training \nAll of our open programmes can also be run on an in-house basis. For more information\, see our page on In-House Training. \n  \n\n\nMultiple Delegate Discount\nLimited Places Available – book early to avoid disappointment. \n\n3+ Delegates – 5% Discount\n5+ Delegates – 10% Discount\n10+ Delegates – 15% Discount\n\nTo avail of our multiple delegate discount for 3 or more delegates\, you must email registrations@pai.ie with the name and details of all those you wish to book. All those you wish to book on must be booked at the same time. \nFor 1 or 2 attendees\, manually enter in the number of tickets you wish to purchase below.
URL:https://pai.ie/events/certificate-in-policy-development-legislative-drafting-and-delivery/
LOCATION:The Grand Canal Hotel | Zoom\, D04 X5X7
CATEGORIES:Certificate Programmes,Legal, Regulatory and Public Policy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261015T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261016T130000
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SUMMARY:AI Literacy in the Public Sector: Driving Efficiency & Effectiveness with Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Dates and Times: \nDay 1: Thursday\, October 15th (9.30am – 1.00pm) \nDay 2: Friday\, October 16th (10.00am – 1.00pm) \n  \nCourse Overview \nArtificial Intelligence is rapidly changing how organisations manage information\, support decision-making\, improve efficiency\, and deliver services. Across the public sector\, there is growing recognition that staff require not only awareness of AI technologies\, but also the practical capability to use AI tools responsibly\, effectively\, and in compliance with evolving governance and regulatory requirements. \nThis full-day programme is designed to provide public sector professionals with a practical and accessible understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, AI Literacy\, and the organisational responsibilities associated with AI adoption within modern working environments. \nThe programme explores both the opportunities and risks associated with AI use in the public sector\, including governance\, data quality\, ethical considerations\, information management\, and emerging regulatory obligations under frameworks such as the EU AI Act\, GDPR\, and wider national guidance relating to digital transformation and responsible AI use. \nAlongside this governance and compliance focus\, the programme provides practical insight into how AI tools can support day-to-day work activities\, enhance productivity\, improve efficiency\, and assist staff in managing administrative and operational tasks more effectively. \nThe programme is also aligned with the evolving Public Sector Capability Framework and the growing emphasis on digital capability\, innovation\, critical thinking\, data awareness\, and responsible decision-making across the public service. As organisations continue to modernise services and adopt new technologies\, AI literacy is increasingly becoming an important component of future workforce readiness and organisational capability development. \n  \nLearning Outcomes: \nParticipants will explore: \n\nWhat AI is and how it works in practice\nThe difference between AI\, automation\, and machine learning\nAI literacy and its role within modern public sector organisations\nData quality\, governance\, and ethical considerations in AI adoption\nEmerging compliance and regulatory requirements for AI use\nPractical and appropriate AI use cases within public sector environments\nRisks associated with poor governance\, inaccurate outputs\, or inappropriate deployment\nHow AI tools can support administrative\, operational\, and knowledge-based work\nThe importance of human oversight\, critical thinking\, and responsible AI use\n\n  \nDay 2: \nThe programme also includes a practical workshop and live demonstration element on the second day\, allowing participants to engage with real-world workplace scenarios and observe AI tools being applied in a structured and practical setting. Facilitated demonstrations and interactive exercises will help participants build confidence in understanding how AI tools can be integrated into day-to-day workflows while reinforcing good governance\, risk awareness\, and responsible usage practices. \n  \nThrough a combination of expert-led discussion\, practical examples\, live demonstrations\, and facilitated workshop activities\, participants will leave with a stronger understanding of how AI can support public sector operations while balancing compliance\, accountability\, and organisational responsibility. \n  \nIntended Audience \nThe programme is designed for managers\, policy professionals\, operational staff\, governance teams\, ICT professionals\, and decision-makers seeking to build practical AI capability while supporting organisational compliance\, efficiency\, and future workforce readiness. \n 
URL:https://pai.ie/events/ai-literacy-in-the-public-sector-driving-efficiency-effectiveness-with-compliance/
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