Public Affairs Ireland | Training and Development | Conferences
The Trusted Provider of Specialist Professional Learning and Development
Trust PAI to guide your career development journey, offering insights, skill enhancement, and networking opportunities with our continuous professional development programmes.
Beyond Traditional Development
At PAI we offer our clients top-tier industry insights, designed and delivered using agile L&D tools. Our framework ensures flexibility for time-pressed professional’s while ensuring accessibility to suit different learning preferences. From short seminars and breakfast briefings to self-paced eLearning modules, in-person networking conferences and longer blended accredited programmes we have something that meets the needs of our diverse client.
Learning as a Social Process
We believe that learning as a social process so designing our Open Training programmes and events with opportunities for cross collaborative learning is paramount. Our open training programmes and events offer our learners an opportunity to not only benefit from peer learning, across a range of public sector organisations nationwide, but to also offer insights and experience of longer tenured employees.
Sustainable Human Resources Management and Development
PAI understands the importance of demonstrating best practices and value for money for our clients. We also understand that sustainability is not just limited to the environmental choices that our public sector organisations make in their daily operations. For PAI sustainability goes further to the heart of people management and development. Our L&D Strategy is to assist our clients in seeing real change and return on their people’s investment through cutting edge training.
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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.
€1,750.00
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Dignity at work refers to the fundamental right of every employee to be treated with respect, fairness, and decency in the workplace. It involves creating a workplace culture that fosters mutual respect and positive relationships between employees and their employers, and among colleagues.
€360.00
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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.
€360.00
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Our Certificate in Effective Leadership is designed specifically for public sector professionals like you who are ready to step into or enhance their leadership role. Whether you're already in a leadership position or preparing to take on more responsibility, this programme will provide the insights, tools, and strategies you need to thrive.
€1,650.00
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3 events,
This online Pre-Retirement Planning course will provide you with the information and support you need to look to the future with confidence.
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€895.00
CPP 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.
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€1,250.00
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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.
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€725.00
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This year, PAI’s Corporate Governance Conference will bring together public sector board members, senior leaders, policymakers, governance professionals, audit and risk committee members, and digital transformation teams to examine the key challenges shaping governance in 2026.
€325
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This 3 day course will provide public sector employees with the essential knowledge and skills in public financial procedures and control. It will build skills and competence in important and essential aspects of financial management.
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€1,750.00
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The need for clear and accurate minutes has never been more critical. Join our practical workshop to gain the skills and confidence to take precise, effective minutes that capture key decisions and actions, ensuring clarity for both attendees and those unable to attend.
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€360.00
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4 events,
The development of public policy is a key responsibility of the Government and remains a key focus for public servants across all sectors. This accredited programme provides practical guidance and background knowledge to enable participants to grasp and understand policy development and delivery. It has been designed to provide participants with both the theoretical foundations and practical application skills required for modern public policy development.
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€1,750.00
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In 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.
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€495.00
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This 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.
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€360.00
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4 events,
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.
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€725.00
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The aim of this highly engaging and interactive workshop is to equip the participant with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage difficult behaviours confidently and professionally.
€495
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3 events,
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The aim of this half day seminar is to give participants a platform to explore how they manage their time. It will give an appreciation of how time, when proactively managed, can be used to achieve personal and organisational objectives more efficiently and effectively.
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€360.00
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This workshop uses a variety of authentic material and is suitable for anyone who would like to ensure that all of their written material is correct and consistent.
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€360.00
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This one-day masterclass is designed to give an overview of the current trends and best practices in project management. This practical masterclass is focused on teaching the fundamental project management techniques and skills for organising and managing all size projects.
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€495.00
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This course is intended to introduce the fundamentals of the GDPR. The comprehensive structured approach to training provides practical, in-depth understanding of the scope, core concepts, principles and requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation.
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€360.00
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