Niall Barrett

Community Engagement Manager @ FuturEnergy Ireland

Greater Dublin

About

As a Community Engagement Manager at FuturEnergy Ireland since November 2023, I am responsible for engaging with the public and stakeholders on a number of onshore wind developments across the country. With a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Local Development and Innovation from TU Dublin, I have the skills and knowledge to facilitate constructive dialogue and collaboration between diverse groups and interests, and to ensure that the project reflects the needs and aspirations of the communities involved. I have over nine years of experience in the non-profit and energy sectors, where I have developed and delivered various programmes and initiatives related to education for sustainable development (ESD), global citizenship education (GCE), youth and community engagement, public speaking, and advocacy. I am passionate about promoting renewable energy and environmental awareness, and empowering people to take action for positive change. I am also a strong communicator, a creative thinker, and a team player who enjoys working with others to achieve shared goals.

Experience

  • Community Engagement Manager at FuturEnergy Ireland
    Nov 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

  • Community Liaison Officer at EirGrid Group
    Sep 2022 - Dec 2023 · 1 yr 4 mos

  • Development Officer at Gaisce - The President's Award
    Dec 2018 - Sep 2022 · 3 yrs 10 mos

  • Programme Coordinator at ECO-UNESCO
    Sep 2016 - Dec 2018 · 2 yrs 4 mos

    Youth for Sustainable Development Peer Education Programme Coordinator

  • Tús team leader at Northside Partnership
    Feb 2016 - Sep 2016 · 8 mos