Careers
Explore the latest job opportunities at Extern and be part of life-changing work across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
Are you ready to make a difference?
Extern delivers trauma-informed, community-based services supporting individuals, families, and young people across both jurisdictions. Our work includes Intensive Home Support, Bail Supervision Schemes in Dublin and Cork, and a wide range of services for people experiencing homelessness, substance use, and social exclusion.
We support some of the most vulnerable people in society, helping them move towards safety, stability, and independence.
These roles span frontline services and corporate teams, all contributing to our wider mission.
At Extern, inclusion matters. We value diversity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported and able to thrive.
Working for a charity provides one of the best benefits there is – a sense of purpose and reward for helping others. However, we understand the importance of giving back to our employees to ensure a happy and healthy working environment and work/life balance.
Location: Belfast
Grade 5 salary scale: £26,679 - £31,325 per annum
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Wed, 26 Aug 2026
Location: Belfast
Grade 5 salary scale: £26,679 - £31,325 per annum
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Wed, 26 Aug 2026
Location: Belfast
£26,679 - £31,325 per annum
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Tue, 01 Sep 2026
Location: Belfast
£26,679 - £31,325 per annum
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Tue, 01 Sep 2026
Location: Co. Derry/Londonderry
£26,679 - £31,325 per annum
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Tue, 01 Sep 2026
Location: Belfast
£26,228 per annum pro rata
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Tue, 01 Sep 2026
Location: Belfast
£26,679 - £31,325 per annum
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Tue, 01 Sep 2026
Location: Belfast
£26,679 - £31,325 per annum
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Tue, 01 Sep 2026
Location: Belfast
Grade 5 salary scale: £26,679 - £31,325 per annum
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Fri, 28 Aug 2026
Location: Belfast
£26,228 per annum
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Fri, 28 Aug 2026
Location: Limerick
€51,024 per annum
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Thu, 03 Sep 2026
Location: Belfast
Grade 5 salary scale (5.11 starting point): £27,241 - £31,325 per annum
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Tue, 01 Sep 2026
Location: Dublin
Grade 4 Scale, €43,477 per annum pro rata (€21,312 per annum for 18.75 hours)
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Wed, 02 Sep 2026
Location: Belfast
Grade 5 salary scale: £26,679 - £31,325 per annum
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Thu, 03 Sep 2026
Location: Mid-Ulster
£13.45 per hour
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Fri, 04 Sep 2026
Location: Belfast
£13.45 per hour
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Mon, 07 Sep 2026
Location: Belfast
Grade 4 salary: £26,228 per annum
The closing date for all completed applications is:
Tue, 08 Sep 2026
Testimonials
Extern being community based attracted me to the role, I liked the Extern model of keeping young people in their own communities and homes, building an individual programme around each young person & family offering support & guidance around home, school and/or community.
Conor Bryne - Assistant Service Manager Janus Dublin North City Programme
Having been a part of Extern for a decade, I’ve witnessed first-hand the commitment the organisation has towards creating a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and communities. The ethos and the purpose-driven approach of Extern make it a remarkable place to work.
Alan Keenan - Assistant IT Manager
