The WAM Programme are partnering with a number of local authorities nationally to offer paid, mentored, work placements exclusively for graduates with disabilities commencing from May 2025.

Louth County Council is the authority responsible for local government in Louth.  The county of Louth is divided into the three municipal districts of Drogheda, Ardee and Dundalk. There are five electoral areas in Louth:  Ardee, Drogheda Rural, Drogheda Urban, Dundalk-Carlingford and Dundalk South. There are 29 elected county councillors and an annual operating budget of €171.7 million in 2024.

The Council provides a diverse range of services across a large geographic area. Key services areas include housing delivery, planning and development, emergency services, infrastructural upgrades and projects (road improvements, public realm), community services and facilities (community/leisure centres, libraries and parks), encouraging economic development through FDI (foreign direct investment), and supporting existing and new business.

1. Read all documentation relating to the role and the Local Authorities General Candidate Information Booklet.
2. Download and complete an Application Form. CVs will not be accepted. 
3. Log into your WAMWorks account.
4. Tick the box 'Louth County Council' and upload the Application Form.
   Please note:
   Please list all positions and County Councils you wish to apply for in section D of the application form.
5. Apply before 12pm, Wednesday 12th February, 2025. 

The recruitment campaign for this role is managed by the WAM Programme.