Programme Manager – Digital Transformation Programme (Learning Experience Platform)

The Organisation

The Institute of Public Administration (IPA) exists to support a capable, confident and effective Public Service in Ireland. Our purpose is to strengthen the capability and leadership required to meet complex demands, make sound decisions and contribute to better public services for the people of Ireland. We do this through learning and leadership development that is evidence based, practice led and focused on application at a whole-of-government level.

The Role

The role of Programme Manager – Digital Transformation Programme (Learning Experience Platform) will be a pivotal role within the IPA, leading on the delivery of a digital learning ecosystem for the Public Service. The role will have responsibility for the implementation of the new Learning Experience Platform, as well as enabling further expansion of this learner base across the Public Service. Managing and aligning the project workstreams alongside vendor management is a critical part of this role throughout a two-year programme life cycle.

The Person

The successful candidate will demonstrate proven experience in delivering complex ICT or digital transformation projects, as well as experience managing large-scale learning systems (LMS/LXP), CRM, ERP or similar enterprise platforms. They will also have experience managing and collaborating with cross-functional teams, governance boards and multi-vendor environments. The role will additionally require proven ability to manage a diverse workload and competing demands, and excellent written and verbal communication skills, including reporting to executive and board audiences.

Application and Further Information

For further information and to apply for this role visit www.forvismazars.com/ie/en/executiverecruitment.

All enquiries relating to this role should be directed to the Executive Recruitment Team by email to execrecruit@mazars.ie or by telephone on +353 (1) 449 4400.

Forvis Mazars will be managing all aspects of this recruitment project on behalf of the IPA.

No enquiries or canvassing should be made directly to the IPA.

Deadline for applications: 1pm, Monday, 25 May 2026.

The IPA is an equal opportunities employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and equality at all levels of the organisation.