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Staff Grade Medical Scientist - Microbiology Naas General Hospital. There is currently one permanent Staff Grade Medical Scientist vacancy available in the Laboratory in Naas General Hospital. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Naas General Hospitalfrom which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may also be filled from this panel. Informal Enquiries: Clodagh Cruise Laboratory Manager Naas General Hospital Email: clodagh.cruise@hse.ie HR Point of Contact: DML is committed to providing information and services which are accessible to all, if you require accessibility assistance throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact: Name: Olivia Girvin Position: HR Recruitment Officer, HSE Dublin and Midlands Email: Olivia.girvin@hse.ie Tel: 087 957 4869 Purpose of the Post: The person, in co-operation with the Senior Medical Scientist and the Chief Medical Scientist, clinical staff and the Laboratory Manager, will participate in the management and delivery of a quality Microbiology and Laboratory service that supports the clinical needs of our patients. Candidates must have at the latest date of application: - 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) Candidates for appointment must: (i) Be registered on the Medical Scientists Register maintained by the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU. See https://coru.ie/health-and-socialcare-professionals/registration-for-medical-scientists/ OR (ii) Applicants who satisfy the conditions set out in Section 91 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005, (see note 1 below*), must submit proof of application for registration with the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU. The acceptable proof is correspondence from the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU confirming their application for registration as a Section 91 applicant was received by the 30th March 2021. AND (iii) Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. AND (iv) Provide proof of statutory Registration on the Medical Scientists Register maintained by the Medical Scientist Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. Applicable to Section 38 applicants only). 2. Annual registration* (Applicable to section 38 Applicants only*) (i) On appointment, practitioners must maintain annual registration on Medical Scientists Register maintained by the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU. And (ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC). 4. Health Candidates for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 5. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character Post Specific Requirements Demonstrate depth and breadth of knowledge in Microbiology as relevant to the role.
Team Member
Join Our Team as a Barista at our newly renovated Drive Thru – Brew Up a Great Career with Us! The Role: This isn’t just another job — it’s your chance to kickstart a career in a brand that values growth, development, and promoting from within. As a Barista, you’ll be part of a supportive team where learning is part of the day-to-day, and where your potential matters. Why Join Us? · Full training (no experience needed!) · A clear path to progress – many of our leaders started as Baristas · Ongoing support to help you grow in confidence and skills · A fun, energetic environment where every shift brings something new What We Offer: · Complimentary barista-made coffee on every shift · Employee discounts across all locations · Full training provided – no experience necessary · Opportunities to grow within the company · A fun, friendly, and supportive team environment Make it Yours: This role is based in Eastgate Drive Thru, Retail Park, Little Island, Co.Cork Free on-site parking available Train station less than a 10 minutes walk from the store Bus stop conveniently located right next to the store Apply today and bring your love for coffee to life!
Healthcare Assistant
Who We Are Show more Home Care, Nursing Care, Team Care. Whether you are looking for care or just general support at home, our team will find the solution that is right for you. We build our care around you. The Care Team was founded and managed by nurses who have worked in the community for a number of years. Our vision is to provide homecare with a unique collaboration of services. The care pathways we use are designed to be responsive to your needs. Having the right homecare service means you can live at Description Job Overview Care Assistants support individuals in the community by helping them maintain independence, dignity, and quality of life. This community-based role involves assisting people who experience difficulties with daily living activities. Service users may include vulnerable adults, older people, or individuals with physical or learning disabilities. The Care Assistant reports to the Client Service Manager and Client Supervisors and, ultimately, to the Company Directors. Main Purpose of the Role To work as part of a geographically assigned team of Healthcare Assistants under the direction of the Clinical Director, Client Service Manager, and Client Supervisors. The role involves delivering high-quality, person-centred care that enables service users to continue living independently at home with minimal reliance on others. The Care Assistant will promote a caring and respectful environment through high standards of professional practice that address the physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual needs of service users. Care is delivered in accordance with agreed care plans, with ongoing contribution to the review and development of those plans. Key Accountabilities The Care Assistant is responsible for the safe, professional delivery of personal and practical care in line with individual care plans and the HIQA Safer Better Healthcare Standards . Duties may include, but are not limited to:
Residential Leader
Residential Leader (Social Care Manager 1/CNM1) Includes Person in Charge Responsibility Full-time 78 hours per fortnight one full-time maternity leave cover position. Would you like to join our Team and help shape the future of our Organisation and more importantly assist those within our Organisation to shape their future. If the answer is yes; then please read on. Following a review of our frontline governance structures across our residential services, we are delighted to offer new opportunities in frontline leadership positions. These additional leadership positions aim to ensure that all Residential Leaders have a manageable and balanced workload to lead teams to deliver a high quality of care and to the people we support. We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our Westmeath Services to work as part of a larger management team based in our Mullingar offices. The successful person will be working as part of an innovative management team that is working in partnership with Leadership experts to deliver sustainable change in our practice, and in turn improve the outcomes for the people we support. Leading teams will play a key role, and it is expected that your leadership skills will deliver positive change for all. The focus of this role will be on driving change and delivering positive outcomes. The role will suit candidates with strong organisational and management skills seeking to progress in their careers. The role incorporates Person in Charge responsibilities, which requires a management qualification and experience in managing teams. In return we can offer a flexible work/life balance, Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, convenient parking at the office, and support for learning and development opportunities, an Organisational Health and Well Being Programme, excellent career opportunities, Public Service Pension Scheme and much more. Person Specification: · The ability to lead teams in driving forward the ethos of Muiriosa Foundation – keeping people we support at the centre of service provision at all times by promoting self-determination and self-direction. · Have excellent interpersonal, planning, data management, IT and organisational skills with the ability to work on own initiative. · Expected to maintain up to date and accurate records to ensure a high standard of care is provided to the people we support · Be flexible and capable of managing competing priorities within their workload. · The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following skills : · Have Qualification appropriate to the role e.g., Social Care, Nursing or other relevant qualification. · Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a management or supervisory role in the area of health or social care · Recognised Management Course · Excellent communication skills to include Leadership, Mentoring, Support and Supervision. · Have a robust knowledge and understanding of new directions and statutory requirements and their responsibilities as a Person In Charge. · Full current manual driving license & own transport · Coru registration is required (This position will be remunerated appropriate to Qualification) If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please feel free to make informal enquiries to: Joe Creevy, Area Director on either joe.creevy@muiriosa.ie or 087 9717400 Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: 8th April 2026 4:30pm To apply and pursue a rewarding career with The Muiriosa Foundation please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation N.B. When applying for positions on Rezoomo it is recommended to use a PC, Laptop or Tablet, as some mobile phones are not compatible with this software.
Assistant Arts Officer
General Information: County Leitrim, located in the North West of Ireland, has a growing economy, picturesque landscape, vibrant communities and a strong arts and cultural sector. Leitrim County Council’s vision is to build an economically strong, creative, inclusive county, making Leitrim the best place to live, work, invest and visit. Key to the achievement of our priorities and objectives is a skilled and committed workforce, supported by enabling technologies, efficient work processes and learning and development opportunities. We are committed to the training, support and encouragement of our staff and we offer benefits across family friendly initiatives, personal development and wellbeing of staff. The Arts Office of Leitrim County Council develops and implements policies in relation to various aspects of the arts. It provides information, advice and assistance to a wide range of clients including artists, arts groups, arts festivals, venues, community groups, schools, non-arts organisations working with the arts and other local and national public bodies. It develops and co-ordinates a number of programmes, independently and in association with these partners. It assists communities to become involved in the arts both as participants and audiences, for children and young people to explore and engage with the arts and seeks to create the conditions for a career as a professional artist to be a viable pursuit. The Role: Under the direction and supervision of the Arts Officer, or other appropriate line manager, the position of Part-time Assistant Arts Officer – Children & Young People – in Leitrim County Council will involve working with the arts team, other sections within the local authority, programme partners and the wider community to achieve these aims. While the candidate will be responsible in particular for the development, management and administration of Arts Office strategies, programmes and projects for children and young people, they may also be required to work across different Arts Office programmes and should have a sufficiently broad knowledge, understanding and experience of the broader local arts development environment to be able to contribute to and participate in the implementation of all the work of the Arts Office. The Qualifications 1. Character Each candidate shall be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. 4. Education, Training, Experience etc. Candidates must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Hold a primary Degree in a relevant discipline (Youth Arts Development, Visual or Performing Arts, Arts Management etc.) from a recognised awards authority. (b) Have at least three years relevant experience (including practical experience) in the field of arts development that specifically includes leadership roles in strategy and programme development for children and young people’s arts programmes. Notes: • Candidates must submit a copy of the educational qualifications meeting the requirements of 4(a) above with their application. • Applications received without the necessary documentation will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered further. • Non-Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Foreign language qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Candidates must also hold a current valid and unendorsed driving licence in respect of category B vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving Licence and must advise if this is not the case. A copy of the licence must be submitted with your application. The Ideal Candidate Shall Have: ▪ A thorough knowledge of current arts practice and the organisation of the arts in Ireland, particularly as it applies to children and young people. ▪ The creative and organisational ability to drive the development and delivery of strategies, programmes and projects for children and young people in an arts context. ▪ The ability to prioritise and sustain a complex workload. ▪ Excellent organisational, administrative and ICT/multimedia skills. ▪ Excellent communication, interpersonal and teambuilding skills. ▪ Experience of managing communications, particularly social media. ▪ Experience of working with artists, arts organisations and children/youth/school groups etc. ▪ A thorough knowledge of the regulatory environment pertaining to children and young people. ▪ Experience of documenting and evaluating arts programmes. ▪ Proven track record in financial management. ▪ Flexibility to undertake duties outside of normal working hours as required. Competencies for the Post: Key competencies for the post of Part-Time Assistant Arts Officer include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take particular note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by candidates: Delivering Results / Communicating Effectively: • Communicates effectively with diverse stakeholders to contribute to the development of coherent strategies and team plans. • Translates the business or team plan into clear priorities and actions for their area of responsibility. • Ability to develop and deliver programmes and projects and to work to strict deadlines. • Implements high quality service and customer care standards. • Makes decisions in a timely and well informed manner. • Develops and maintains positive, productive and beneficial working relationships. • Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills. Performance Management and Team Work: • Leads and develops project teams to achieve corporate objectives. • Has a strong team ethic of co-operation and mutual support, sharing information and knowledge as appropriate. • Effectively manages performance. • Plans work and allocation of resources effectively. • Ability to work on own initiative as well as an integral part of a team. • Relates well to others and maintains positive, productive and beneficial working relationships. • Addresses conflict or dissatisfaction in a constructive manner. Personal Effectiveness: • Takes initiative and is open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities. • Manages time and workload effectively. • Has strong organisational skills including meeting facilitation and administration. • Has strong resource and project management skills. • Maintains a positive, constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. • Understands and implements change and demonstrates flexibility and openness to change. • Is a self-starter, strong on research and maintains resilience in securing buy-in and commitment to overall concepts or projects. Knowledge, Experience and Skills: • Has very good relevant knowledge of current arts practice and the organisation of the arts in Ireland. • Understanding of the structures and environment within which the local authority sector operates and the role of the arts in this context. • Understanding of the role of the Part-Time Assistant Arts Officer – Children & Young People – in this context. • Has understanding, knowledge and experience of strategy and programme delivery of children and young people’s arts. • Has experience of evaluation and preparing reports. • Has knowledge and experience of financial management. • Has knowledge and experience of managing communications. • Has knowledge and experience of operating ICT, multimedia systems, website management and social media management. • Has knowledge and understanding in relation to Child Safeguarding policy, GDPR and statutory obligations of Health and Safety legislation and its application in the workplace. The Principal Terms and Conditions: 1. The Post The position is part-time (50% working arrangement), permanent and pensionable and will be based in Leitrim County Council Offices in Carrick on Shannon, County Leitrim. A panel will be formed from which Part-time Assistant Arts Officer – Children and Young People vacancies arising during the lifetime of the panel (12 months) may be filled. 2. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and: (a) Such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts, is Chief Executive; and (b) To any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph, under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an administrative, supervisory and advisory nature as are required for the exercise and performance of any of its powers, duties and functions as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time and shall include the duty of deputising for other officers of the local authority. This is a co-ordinating position within Leitrim County Council Arts Office, with specific reference to Children and Young People’s Arts Programmes. Reporting to the Arts Officer, the main duties of the Part-Time Assistant Arts Officer – Children & Young People – may include but are not limited to: • Supporting Leitrim County Council in the ongoing development and delivery of arts services provided by the local authority. • Taking an operational lead on the design, development and management of early years, children’s and youth arts initiatives. • Managing and delivering, to a high artistic standard, a range of projects that support engagement in the arts for children and young people and demonstrably increases the levels and quality of engagement in the arts for children and young people throughout the county, within budget and within prescribed timeframes. • Ensuring that diversity and inclusion are embedded in children and youth arts programming. • Ensuring that the voice of the child and young person is heard in policy and programme development. • Monitoring and evaluating programmes to learn from the impact of investment and inform forward planning and decision making. • Working closely with local, regional and national partners including the Arts Council, Creative Ireland, Music Generation/MSLETB, YTI, NYCI, CBI etc. to enhance resources and enrich practice. • Supporting artists to be able to engage in children’s and youth arts, particularly with relevant training and mentoring where appropriate. • Identifying and preparing funding applications and seeking to secure resources to enable the implementation of the Council’s Arts and Creativity Strategies. • Assisting with and contributing to the implementation of the Council’s Arts and Creativity Strategies, including sourcing and providing advice and information, programme design and scheduling, devising contracts, to monitor, assess and evaluate performance against agreed targets and ensuring that the necessary financial and management systems are in place. • Disseminating information and providing clear messaging regarding children and youth arts activities, opportunities and other relevant information across all media, particularly social media platforms. • Representing the Arts Service and Leitrim County Council at internal and public meetings, events and functions as required. • Working with other departments of the Council to complement and support the design and delivery of culture and arts-led programmes and policy initiatives. • Carrying out all duties in compliance with appropriate procedures, including the maintenance of records and information. • Travelling throughout the county as required by the role. • Performing such other appropriate duties in relation to the arts as may from time to time be assigned by the Council. 3. Salary: The salary scale (applicable from 1st February 2026) for the position of Part-Time Assistant Arts Officer (analogous to Staff Officer – Grade V) is within the range: €52,239, €53,799, €55,392, €57,019, €58,657, €60,567 (LSI 1), €62,484 (LSI 2). This is a part-time position on the basis of a working arrangement of 50% of a 5-day week and the salary will be adjusted pro-rata to reflect this working arrangement (i.e. 50% of the relevant scale point). Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with relevant Departmental Circulars. Offers of appointment to persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of this scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. 4. Residence: The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof and will be required to serve in the Local Authority’s offices or wherever assigned by the Local Authority. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, reassign an employee to any department now or in the future. Leitrim County Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any premises in use by the Council now or in the future. 5. Probation All contracts will be subject to a probationary period during which the performance of the successful applicant will be regularly evaluated. Where a person is permanently appointed to Leitrim County Council, the following provisions shall apply: (a) There shall be a period after appointment takes effect during which such a person shall hold the position on probation. (b) Such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may, at his/her discretion, extend such period. (c) Such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory. (d) There will be ongoing assessments during the probationary period. Employment may be terminated by either party during probation or at the end of the probationary period on one week’s notice. 6. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this post will be 15 days per annum, reflecting the 50% working arrangement on a pro-rata basis to a full-time post. 7. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. 8. Working Hours The successful candidate’s normal hours of work will be 17.5 hours per week, reflecting the 50% working arrangement on a pro-rata basis to a full-time post. Flexibility will be required, which will include evening and weekend work. A system of Time in Lieu will be in operation to reflect this. Overtime will not be paid. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. All hours of work will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. 9. Superannuation: All new entrants to pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. All members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be required to contribute 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration plus 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sums for members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be based on career-average pay; pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contributory Scheme. Persons who are pensionable under the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 and are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration. You will also be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration. You may also be required to pay spouses and children/widows and orphans contributions at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration. 10. Retirement Age The Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”) commenced with effect from 1st January 2013. The Act introduced new retirement provisions for new entrants to the public service appointed on or after 1st January 2013, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. Retirement age will be in line with the age of eligibility for the State Pension Contributory (SPC). Compulsory retirement age will be 70. There is no mandatory retirement age for “new entrants” to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Anyone who is “not a new entrant” to the public service, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, had been subject to a compulsory retirement age of 65 years. The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act 2018 provides for an increase in the compulsory retirement age of most pre-2004 public servants from age 65 to age 70. 11. Pension Abatement If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to, or in receipt of, a pension from the Civil or Public Service, or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointee’s re-employment, that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Please note: In applying for this position you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department, Office or Body will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position.
Finance Administrator
Role Description Applications are invited for the post of Finance Administrator, Office of Research Grants & Contracts, Finance Office. Research is a core activity of the University; it is fueled by external research income. The continuation of this expenditure stream (circa €120m p.a.) is dependent on accurate and timely reporting. This reporting function is facilitated by the above post. The main duties will be: The post-holder is a key member of the research team in the Finance Office and will principally be responsible for: • The preparation of financial reports submitted to external funding bodies. • The production and delivery of timely and accurate information to management and researchers. • The development and maintenance of good relationships with researchers and external funding bodies. • Ensuring that all claims for funds are submitted to funding agencies on time for all expenditure incurred. Ensure that all income due is received on time. • Working with and advising the Office of Vice President for Research & Innovation on the financial elements of grant applications and awards. • The completion of any other duties assigned by the Deputy Research Accountant. Selection Criteria The successful candidate will be expected to have: Essential Criteria Have financial accounting and reporting experience in a large organisation, be self-motivated and exercise own initiative on a wide variety of issues. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, particularly the ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders. Demonstrate excellent IT skills. Demonstrate strong attention to detail. Demonstrate ability to work under pressure and with multiple deadlines. Desirable Criteria 6. Experience of working in a Higher Education organisation. 7. Expertise and experience in Lean methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives. 8. Enterprise systems knowledge and implementation experience, preferably Agresso. Candidates are requested to make a personal assessment of these criteria against their own qualifications, skills and abilities to assess whether they should apply for the post. Please note: Candidates who do not demonstrate that they meet the criteria set above will not be shortlisted. The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. Competencies relating to administrative grades in the University are available on the website. Conditions of Employment Salary: Appointment may be made on the Admin V Salary Scale: €51,820 - €63,555 (Scale B) / €49,570 - €60,492 (Scale A). Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. As required by public pay policy for the higher education sector, new appointments to a direct entry recruitment grade will generally be at the minimum (1st point) of the relevant scale. For existing public servants, the restriction to the first point on scale may be varied where a person is appointed to the same or an analogous grade, role or position as their previous public service employment. The rate of remuneration for all appointments may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. The working hours for administrative staff are 35 hours per week with normal hours of duty from 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday, with 1 hour for lunch break. Due to the nature and seniority of the post, however, it may be necessary to extend and vary these hours from time to time in order to meet the exigencies of the post. Annual Leave will be 27 days per annum (pro-rata). This leave is exclusive of public holidays and Good Friday. The leave year commences on 1 July annually and four days annual leave must be held for the Christmas closure period. Sick Leave: Sick leave will be granted in line with University policy in this regard which may change from time to time. You should familiarise yourself with the University Sick Leave Policy and University Sick Leave Management Policy. Tenure of the Post The tenure of the post is specific purpose whole time, based on the following provisions: a) A probationary period of twelve months shall apply from commencement of employment in the post during which the contract of employment may be terminated by either party in accordance with the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, 1973 to 2005. b) Except in circumstances of gross misconduct justifying immediate dismissal, the appointee will receive one month's notice of termination of employment, or, if greater, such notice as is provided for in a minimum notice in terms of Employment Act, 1973. c) The appointee is required to give one month's notice of termination of employment. Pension The Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 established the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. In general, anyone taking up pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 is a member of the Single Scheme. The Act provides that most members of the Single Scheme have a minimum pension age consistent with the age of eligibility for the State Pension (Contributory) and a compulsory retirement age of 70. A member of this group is generally referred to as a “Single Scheme member”. However, applicants who have previously worked in a pensionable post (non-Single Scheme terms) in the Irish Civil/Public service may be offered membership of the UCC Pension scheme. The normal retirement date in this scheme is age 65. A compulsory retirement date of 70 may apply depending on date of first employment in the Irish Civil/Public service. The relevant pension scheme will be confirmed to the successful applicant on completion of the Pensions Declaration form prior to taking up employment. Applicants that have previously availed of an Irish Public Service Scheme of incentivised early retirement or enhanced redundancy payment should ensure that they are not precluded from re-engagement in the Irish Public Service under the terms of such schemes. Queries should be directed to an applicant’s former Civil/Public Service Employer in the first instance. Applicants who are in receipt of an ill-health pension from an Irish Civil/Public Service body are required to declare that they are in receipt of such a pension. Pension Abatement: If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to or in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service, or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointee’s re-employment, that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Please note: In applying for this position, you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office/Body will support an application or an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. Additional dependants’ benefits can be provided by membership of the Supplementary Life Assurance Scheme. You will be automatically included as a member of the scheme on commencement of your employment, but you may elect to opt out of the scheme at any stage. The current membership rate is 0.26% of your salary. Membership of the Group Personal Accident Scheme shall apply to all employees, subject to individual acceptance by the Insurance Company. The salary quoted is subject to a deduction from salary at the rate of 0.06%. The UCC Income Continuance Plan (ICP) provides a source of income in the event of long or short-term temporary disability. As part of your contract of employment, you will be automatically included in the ICP with effect from the same date, provided you have not previously opted out of the plan or you have been declined for cover under previous contracts of employment with UCC. An additional benefit is membership to Specified Illness Cover (SIC), which pays a once-off lump sum benefit in the event of a member being diagnosed with a specified illness. The cost of membership of both plans will be deducted from your salary. The current combined membership rate is 1.05% of your salary. The Pay Related Social Insurance Class A1 rate of Pay Related Social Insurance (PRSI) applies to the post. Voluntary Health Insurance: VHI / Laya Healthcare & Irish Life Healthcare offer group schemes. Premiums must be paid via the UCC payroll. The Laya Group No is 32805 and VHI Group No is 137. Additional benefits: We offer progressive employment and training policies including opportunities for further studies. Staff can avail of membership of a variety of clubs and societies and a wide range of facilities on campus, including a leisure centre. As an equal opportunities employer, we offer a comprehensive suite of Work Life Balance Policies. A list of such initiatives is available on our webpage. UCC welcomes applications from non-EEA citizens. However, regulations regarding employment permits are set by the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment and must be strictly adhered to. An offer of appointment to non-EEA candidates is subject to the granting of a work permit by the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment. Candidates are requested to make a personal assessment against their own eligibility as to whether they should apply for this post. Certificates and Testimonials: These documents should not be sent with the application. Candidates who are selected for interview will be requested to submit the necessary documentation. References: Following completion of the interview process and the identification of the preferred candidate, any offer of appointment will be subject to receipt of satisfactory references. For internal candidates, the People & Culture Department will seek a reference from a candidate’s line manager once the preferred candidate has accepted a conditional offer of employment. Additional references may be sought on the request of the hiring manager. Shortlisted candidates for posts shall be required to appear before a Board of Assessors. Interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend an interview in person if the interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate. A successful candidate will be required to submit a birth certificate, documentary evidence confirming academic qualifications, and to undergo a medical examination. Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance may also be required. Candidates may be required to produce documentary evidence to support any statements made by them on their application form or any supporting documentation.
ENLIGHT Engagement Coordinator
1. Job Advertisement Applications are invited for an appointment as ENLIGHT Engagement Coordinator, Grade 3, 0.6 FTE, in the Office of the Vice President International at University of Galway. This post is being offered as a specific purpose contract and will terminate by reason of the expiry of its specific purpose. It is anticipated that the duration of this assignment will be circa 18 months. Information on the University's Strategic Plan is available at: Strategy | Straitéis 2025–30 - University of Galway For informal enquiries, please contact aishling.hanrahan@universityofgalway.ie Salary: €43,274 - €59,995 per annum pro rata for part time/short term roles (applicable to new entrants effective from January 2011) and in accordance with the terms and conditions of the University’s Remuneration policy. This appointment will be made on the Grade 3 pay scale in line with current Government pay policy. Closing date for receipt of applications is 17:00pm (Irish Time) on Tuesday 7th April 2026. It will not be possible to consider applications received after the closing date. Garda vetting may apply. Appointments will be conditional on work authorisation validation. Further details are available at www.dbei.ie For more information and Application Form please see Jobs - University of Galway. Applications should be submitted online. Please see further information on how to apply here: E-Recruit - University of Galway and Guidelines for On-line Applications (universityofgalway.ie) Please note that appointments to posts advertised will be dependent upon University approval, together with the terms of the Employment Control Framework for the higher education sector. University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer. 2. Role Relationships Reporting directly to the ENLIGHT Engagement Manager, the post holder will have specific daily contact with: • ENLIGHT & Global Galway Teams and Office of the VP International. • ENLIGHT contacts across all partner universities. • ENLIGHT Student Network. • Mobility Team, Study Abroad Officers, College Staff. • Incoming and Outgoing ENLIGHT students and staff. • Academic and Administration Staff in Colleges, Research and Innovation Office and Research Institutes. • Examinations Office, Registration Office, Colleges and Schools, ISS (Information Solutions & Services). • External service providers (hospitality and travel). • Immigration Authorities (Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service, Garda National Immigration Bureau), Foreign Embassies, Cultural Bureaus and Visa Offices. The post holder has general contact with: • Local Authorities and Industry Representatives. • National Agencies engaged in international education e.g. HEA/IUA. • External agencies involved in European education programmes. • Government Departments: Education & Science, Justice, Foreign Affairs. 3. Main Purpose of Job The Office of the Vice-President International seeks to recruit an ENLIGHT Engagement Coordinator, 0.6 FTE, for a specific purpose contract position to provide support towards embedding ENLIGHT at University of Galway. ENLIGHT is a European University Alliance comprising of ten Universities (Universities of Galway, Ghent, Bordeaux, Groningen, Göttingen, Uppsala, Tartu, Comenius (Bratislava), The Basque Country and Bern) supported by the European Universities Initiative funding, country-specific government funding and the member universities. The ENLIGHT consortium will jointly transform university education and research to build the knowledge background, skills and innovation potential to shape healthy, sustainable and inclusive cities and communities for the future. The ENLIGHT consortium has recently secured funding until November 2027 through the European Commission’s European Universities Initiative. The consortia will work closely with each other and external stakeholders to build innovative teaching curricula, enable student and staff engagement and mobility and catalyse research and innovation opportunities. A key focus of this second funded phase of the project is embedding ENLIGHT in internal university structures. The ENLIGHT Engagement Coordinator will play a key role in supporting key initiatives to enable institutional embedding over the funded period. The ENLIGHT Erasmus+ project comprises of six work packages, each co-led by three universities within the consortium. University of Galway is co-leading both the Knowledge Creation and Professional Development work packages in partnership with Uppsala University, University of the Basque Country and Tartu University. The postholder will provide operations support to the ENLIGHT team, enabling the delivery of an agreed programme of work. 4. Main Duties and Responsibilities • Provide comprehensive, professional administrative support to the ENLIGHT team, ensuring efficient day-to-day operations and responsive service to internal and external stakeholders. • Contribute to the ongoing development and continuous improvement of ENLIGHT administrative processes and procedures. • Manage general office operations including correspondence to ENLIGHT@universityofgalway.ie and document management. • Coordinate all travel arrangements and venue bookings (internal and external) for ENLIGHT-related activities, ensuring compliance with University of Galway procurement policies and procedures. • Plan and execute event management for ENLIGHT visitors, partner institutions, and stakeholders, liaising with relevant University services (Buildings & Estates, Catering, IT, etc.) as required. • Manage and maintain administrative systems including processing purchase orders through Agresso, tracking expenditure, and ensuring accurate financial record-keeping in accordance with University procedures. • Disseminate ENLIGHT opportunities, calls, and updates to University staff and students through established communication channels including Dialann, College newsletters, Student Union platforms, and other relevant media. • Maintain accurate records and databases documenting University of Galway staff and student engagement with ENLIGHT activities to support institutional reporting requirements to the European Commission and partnership management. • Prepare agendas, briefing materials, reports, and presentations for internal meetings, external partnership meetings, and European Commission project meetings, ensuring all materials are accurate, professional, and delivered to deadline. • Record, produce, and distribute accurate minutes of ENLIGHT team meetings and other meetings as assigned, ensuring timely circulation and follow-up on action items. • Contribute to ENLIGHT project work streams and initiatives as required, supporting project delivery, monitoring deadlines, and assisting with work package-specific administrative requirements. • Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade and role as assigned by line management to support the effective operation of ENLIGHT. 5. Requirements for the role The successful candidate will demonstrate the eligibility requirements below in terms of qualification, skills and experience: Essential Criteria • At a minimum, pass in 5 subjects at Leaving Certificate level (or equivalent). • A recognised post Leaving Certificate administrative/office technology qualification. • Minimum of two years’ employment experience which demonstrates a high level of administrative support in a demanding office environment. • Experience in service delivery within a higher education setting. • Excellent administrative, planning and organisational skills. • Excellent event coordination skills for both online and in-person events required. • Excellent MS Office skills. • Proficiency using MS Teams and Zoom. • Flexibility and problem-solving ability. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, proven ability to produce professional correspondence and reports, including the maintenance of project indicators. • Excellent interpersonal skills, including those relating to confidentiality and discretion, and an ability to interface effectively both within the Office and across the wider university community, as well as with partner institutions, fostering good working relationships and maintaining a focus on customer service and project deliverables. • Experience of web content management system and the use of online communications. • Demonstrable energy, initiative, motivation and leadership potential. • Demonstrable ability to plan and organise own workload in an effective manner within strict deadlines. • Ability to work both independently as well as part of a team. • Ability to work on his/her own initiative, operate flexibly and to shift focus when required and assist beyond normal work hours when a need arises. • Willingness to undertake international travel from time to time. Desirable Criteria • Degree level qualification. • Knowledge of various university IT systems such as Agresso, CORE, AKARI etc. and familiarity with university procurement processes. • Fluency in a second language relevant to the ENLIGHT consortium. • Knowledge of academic administration policies and procedures. • An interest in internationalisation in education. The above criteria will be utilised to shortlist and select candidates for interview.
Head Of Economic Development And Regeneration
Service Area: Support the Director in leading the strategic direction and management of the Council’s Economic Development and Regeneration function, including leading and overseeing economic regeneration programmes and Growth Deal Project delivery aligned with the MSW Regional Economic Strategy. The postholder will also be responsible for the management and delivery of a range of programmes, rural and urban regeneration and grants management and administration and will be required to establish a culture of collaboration, partnership, innovation and improvement, underpinned by evidence-based reporting, in strategy development, service delivery and performance. Key Purpose of the Post: To support the Director and the Corporate Leadership Team in the strategic management of the Council contributing to the development of and ensuring the delivery of the Council’s Vision and strategic outcomes. To provide strategic and operational leadership across this service/function area and to ensure appropriate measures are implemented to ensure efficient and effective performance management and continuous improvement and transformation of the service/function. To support the Director in the leadership, management and delivery of transformational change and integrated working across the organisation.
Cleaning Operative
Mount Charles Group are one of the largest and privately owned soft Facilities Management, catering and ancillary service/product providers in Ireland. If you are a customer focused individual and want to join a fun and family orientated business which believes people are our greatest asset, then we have a role for you! Our family values speak for themselves: Do the right thing, Have fun & grow together, Take pride in what you do! We are currently recruiting for a Cleaning Operative to join our team based at Glenalina Lodge, Belfast. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern: The Mount Charles Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Due to the number of applicants Mount Charles receives, we only respond to short-listed applicants. If you have not been contacted within six weeks of the closing date, you have not been selected for interview. Please note, the successful applicant's offer is subject to the Access NI (Enchanced) check prior to commencement of role. The Access NI Code of Practice is available upon request. Mount Charles Group has a policy on recruiting ex-offenders, a copy of which can be provided upon request. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from working for the Mount Charles Group. GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE
Cleaning Operative
Mount Charles Group are one of the largest and privately owned soft Facilities Management, catering and ancillary service/product providers in Ireland. If you are a customer focused individual and want to join a fun and family orientated business which believes people are our greatest asset, then we have a role for you! Our family values speak for themselves: Do the right thing, Have fun & grow together, Take pride in what you do! We are currently recruiting for a Cleaning Operative to join our team based at Millbrook Court, Bangor. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern: The Mount Charles Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Due to the number of applicants Mount Charles receives, we only respond to short-listed applicants. If you have not been contacted within six weeks of the closing date, you have not been selected for interview. Please note, the successful applicant's offer is subject to the Access NI (Basic) check prior to commencement of role. The Access NI Code of Practice is available upon request. Mount Charles Group has a policy on recruiting ex-offenders, a copy of which can be provided upon request. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from working for the Mount Charles Group. GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE
