Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 15 September 2021
258. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for Finance if his Department has utilised the services of organisations (details supplied) at any time from 1 January 2015 to date; if so, the expenditure costs related to same; the purpose of any such engagements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43238/21]
View answerI wish to inform the Deputy that my Department has utilised the services of the organisation mentioned. Four staff members in my Department have attended the Meridian leadership training programme, provided by this organisation, as part of their development as senior managers.
(Details provided at Table A).
The goal of the programme is to develop leaders with the skills, networks and understanding to make an impact in their organisation. On each programme, there is a diverse mix of leaders from the private, public and NGO sectors and the course is designed to allow senior leaders to collaborate with different people and understand the wider context in which they operate. This prepares them for delivering complex change with diverse stakeholders, which is a key skill for senior managers in my Department.
Table A
|
Year |
Expenditure incurred |
Purpose of expenditure |
|
2015 |
€2,500 |
Meridian programme for 1 officer |
|
2016 |
€2,500 |
Meridian programme for 1 officer |
|
2017 |
€5,000 |
Meridian programme for 2 officers |
