Providing Skills, evaluation and Economic Expertise

Gerard Walker, MSc Economics, B. A Economics ( Honours), set up his labour market consultancy - Future Jobs-Skills-Work Insights in 2017.  My focus is on Irish and European Skills Policy, Evaluation and Economic analysis assignments.


My previous role was as Senior Policy Advisor with the Irish Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, working in the Expert Group on Future Skills Needs. Previously, I was a senior policy advisor for the government policy body for science, trade, and technology. Before that, I was a Policy Advisor with the National Economic and Social Forum under the Department of the Taoiseach (Prime Minister Office), responsible for economic, skills and social policy reports. I  managed labour market research with the Irish Training and Employment Authority". I have manufacturing management experience in the semiconductor and telecommunications sectors.

Future Skills Needs Analysis

Exploring the digital, green and socio-emotional skills required for future job markets to ensure individuals skills are future -proofed and organisation are productive and competitive.

Evaluation of EDUCATION AND  Labour Market Programmes

Assessing the effectiveness of education and labour market initiatives for improving personal development, employability and optimising workforce capability.

Economic Analysis

Economic analysis to understand national and regional labour market and business trends, inform decision-making, and optimise resource allocation for better strategic business planning.

Labour Market Research

Exploring insights into national and regional and workforce dynamics, employment trends, and organisation skill needs to enhance your understanding of today's labour market landscape.

Workforce Upskilling and Reskilling

Empower your workforce at all skill levels, including lower-skilled and older workers, through continual upskilling and reskilling, enhancing their skills to meet evolving industry demands.

Lifelong Learning-Career Development

Embracing lifelong learning to enhance your career development and unlock new opportunities for personal and professional growth.