Grade VI - Senior Staff Officer (Procurement Department)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the following positions:

Grade VI – Senior Staff Officer

Head Office: Procurement Department

(Permanent)

Ref: G6PP242

City of Dublin Education and Training Board (City of Dublin ETB) was established on 1st July 2013 under the Education and Training Boards Act, 2013. City of Dublin ETB has 3,000 employees and an annual budget of €580m. It is the state education and training authority for Dublin city and serves the area covered by Dublin City Council. This provision is delivered to over 48,000 learners (20,000 full-time and 28,000 part -time) and is supported by a range of services including a psychological service, a curriculum development unit, a buildings maintenance unit and Head Office staff in Ballsbridge. It also has statutory responsibility for supporting the provision, coordination, administration and assessment of youth work services in Dublin city and is the lead partner for Music Generation Dublin City. City of Dublin ETB is also responsible for the national awarding authority for student grants in Ireland, Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI).

Proposed Timeframe: Shortlisting will take place week commencing: 27th May 2024

Interviewing to commence week beginning: 10th June 2024

*All dates are subject to change and are for guidance only

Please see attached correspondence.

Details of Position: The position will be based in City of Dublin ETB Head Offices, Pembroke Place, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 PP46 and will report to the Head of Procurement.

Salary: €54,546 - €66,639 including two long service increments) (pro rata). The successful candidate will be place one point one unless they have previous public sector experience.

Annual Leave: 27 working days per annum (pro rata).

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week.

Essential Requirements:

• Have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examinations (higher, ordinary, applied or vocational preparation) or equivalent or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as being of a comparable standard to Leaving Certificate or equivalent or higher or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise.

• Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role.

• Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard.

Desirable Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a procurement role and a detailed knowledge of national and EU public procurement rules and regulations or work experience in a finance, compliance or other relevant corporate governance role which in the opinion of City of Dublin ETB is relevant to the post.

• A recognised qualification in public procurement or have undergone comprehensive public procurement training which in the opinion of City of Dublin ETB is relevant to the post or similar experience in Finance or Supply Chain within the public (preferred) or private sector or have a degree equivalent to level 7 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications in a relevant discipline as may be considered appropriate in the discretion of City of Dublin ETB .

• Significant experience in managing staff including but not limited to general staff supervision, team work scheduling, staff development and training.

• Excellent administrative and IT Skills.

• Have an understanding of the main features and current challenges of public service and regulatory reform.

• Ability to use initiative (being self-motivated, flexible, results focused etc.) to prioritise and manage work in a dynamic and pressurised environment.

• Proven record as a team-player with a flexible approach demonstrating sound judgement, problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skills.

• Demonstrated experience of building and maintaining relationships in face-to-face meetings, verbally and in written communications in a clear and concise manner.

Declaration:

Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a public service scheme of incentivised early retirement, including schemes not specifically mentioned above. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment.

Notes:

• Please note that it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all applications are received on time.

Any technical difficulties encountered by the sender when submitting applications are not the responsibility of the City of Dublin ETB. Therefore candidates are strongly advised to submit applications well before the 12 noon deadline on the specified closing date.

• Your application will be assessed on the information you submit. Please ensure all sections are completed

fully and accurately, giving clear evidence of qualifications, skills and experience.

Incomplete applications may not be considered.

• City of Dublin ETB may contact the named referees and/or employers for a reference should you be called to interview.

• Selection will be by the way of a competitive interview which will focus on the key skills and duties of the role and the competencies associated with roles at this level.

Completed online applications should be submitted no later than:

12 noon on Tuesday 28th May 2024

Late applications will not be accepted. Shortlisting may take place.

Canvassing will disqualify.

City of Dublin Education and Training Board is an equal opportunities employer.

Please see Information Guide for further details.