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The leadership capabilities becoming critical as companies scale
1+ hour, 43+ min ago (702+ words) Touchstone Executive Assessment has published the results of the Leadership Best Practices report. The company collected data from 142 senior professionals in advanced technology roles, across multiple European organisations, between March 2023 and 2026. The aim was to determine the specific leadership attributes…...
What skills will give you an edge in the Industry 4. 0 space?
22+ hour, 55+ min ago (558+ words) Industry 4. 0 represents an opportunity for innovative, ambitious and future-focused professionals to transform the world as we know it. The fourth industrial revolution, or Industry 4. 0 as it is often better known, is the integration of smart, digital technologies into larger industrial…...
NIBRT selected by WHO as European Regional Training Centre for Biomanufacturing
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (310+ words) The selection is part of the World Health Biomanufacturing Workforce Training Initiative. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced that NIBRT, which is the National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training, is to be the WHO's Regional Training Centre for…...
Research Ireland's Barometer project set to impact engagement
5+ day, 23+ hour ago (342+ words) The national project will capture a baseline that will be used to create a clearer image of how research is understood and utilised in Ireland. Research Ireland has launched the Research in Ireland Barometer 2026, a new national project designed to…...
Shortage of skills and people putting pressure on organisations, finds EY
6+ day, 2+ hour ago (445+ words) Up significantly from last year's research, companies are struggling to find the tech employees needed to drive their businesses forward. EY Ireland has published the results of its fifth annual Tech Leaders Outlook Survey, which explores how Ireland's technology leaders…...
Rethink Ireland launches "1. 5m Skills for Tomorrow Fund
6+ day, 22+ hour ago (428+ words) Silicon Republic - Do Not Process My Personal Information The funds will support innovative projects designed to empower marginalised individuals and communities with the necessary workforce skills. In collaboration with Deloitte Ireland and the Department of Rural and Community Development and…...
Microcredential fee subsidy to support a range of modern-day skills
1+ week, 2+ hour ago (343+ words) The subsidy will support participation in 57 microcredential courses offered by IUA universities this year, spanning areas of national importance. The Irish Universities Association (IUA) has welcomed the announcement made by the Higher Education Authority (HEA) and the Department of Further…...
Almost half of Irish adults face barriers to learning new skills, finds report
1+ week, 1+ day ago (593+ words) Springboard+ research found that adults often face financial difficulties when attempting to upskill or change the direction of their careers. Educational platform Springboard+ has released the results of a survey exploring some of the challenges learners face as they aim…...
Renewables company Greenvolt Next to create 90 Ireland and UK jobs
1+ week, 1+ day ago (338+ words) Funding will also go towards the further development of Greenvolt Next's existing Waterford headquarters. Greenvolt Next, which is part of Greenvolt Group, a specialist in renewable energy solutions for the commercial and industrial sector, has today (3 June) announced the creation…...
10 companies actively recruiting for roles in future health
1+ week, 2+ day ago (394+ words) If you are a professional looking for your next opportunity in the growing future health space, consider one of the following 10 companies. When it comes to careers in future health, there are an array of exciting opportunities for professionals with…...