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Are you passionate about helping young people and could you support them as they transition into adulthood and learn to live by themselves? MACS provides 24/7 supported housing for young people aged between 16 and 21, who are leaving care, or who may be homeless. Young people can live with us for up to 2 years before moving into the community. Youth Housing Workers provide an accessible point of contact at night and weekends to promote the protection and safeguarding of young people living at MACS and help them to build skills and confidence to maintain their own homes. To apply you will need: 6 months’ experience (paid or voluntary) of supporting people in a caring role AND A full-current driving license with access to a car, insured for business use. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Join a supportive team where you can make a real difference in young people’s lives. Posts Available: Belfast - Full Time, Permanent x 4 Lisburn – Full Time, Permanent x 5 Downpatrick – Full Time, Permanent x 4 Newry – Full Time, Permanent x 1 PLEASE NOTE: These roles are predominantly Waking Night shifts. Please see attached Job Description and Person specification for essential skills and knowledge required for the post and click apply to submit your CV. Salary: £23,715 per annum Benefits : MACS Pension contribution of 4% of salary; up to 24 shifts annual leave; enhanced paid leave for Sick, Maternity and Carers leave; paid training days per year; Flexible and remote working options available. Closing Date: Wednesday 8th October 2025 See attached Recruitment Guidance notes and Why Work For MACS for more information or email hr@macsni.org if you have any further queries. CVs submitted must demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria required for the post. We are currently recruiting for multiple roles across various locations. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received. We strongly encourage early applications, as the advert may close once positions in each location have been successfully filled. MACS is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection on merit and all offers of employment are subject to an Access NI Disclosure Check.
ICT Business Analyst Grade VII
Purpose of Role – Overview of the Role The ICT Business Analyst will work as part of the Applications (development) team in developing innovative solutions to support the work of Tusla and assist staff to work efficiently and effectively by maximising the use of technology. The role will primarily have responsibility for the analysis and design phases of the software development life cycle (SDLC). The role will involve working with business representatives to develop requirements/design proposals and lead on all aspects of documentation throughout the SDLC. Tusla’s ICT Application Development Architecture Tusla have a highly skilled internal application development team delivering solutions in O365 and .Net Core. The development team operate Agile and DevOps methodologies. Reporting Relationship The successful applicant will be part of the ICT Applications Team and report to the ICT Analyst & Design Lead. Duties and Responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities: • Lead requirements gathering engagements with business stakeholders by various means including facilitating workshops with subject matter experts. • Identify opportunities for process improvements and innovative solutions using technology. • Develop process maps, high level scoping of new project requirements, business requirements and prioritising schedules. • Develop design proposals and low functional prototypes to achieve sign off from business stakeholders. • Working to an Agile methodology develop backlogs to clearly define the business requirements including use cases and business rules. • Support the end-to-end engagement with business stakeholders. • Support the development of documentation through all phases of the SDLC. Relationship Management and Collaboration: • Work closely with colleagues to deliver a quality focused ICT solution to all users. • Work in collaboration with other ICT teams as required. • Manage stakeholder engagement. Resource Management: • Manage the work of assigned staff if applicable. Health & Safety: • Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service, for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care, and comply with associated Tusla – Child and Family Agency protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. • Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Note: The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/or Experience Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: • Have a third level qualification in an ICT, Business, Design or Social Work related discipline. • Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a business analyst/design related role. • Have experience of working with the Agile methodology. • Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and management ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. Health A candidate 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. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Skills, Competencies and/or Knowledge Tusla Leadership Competency Framework The Tusla Leadership Competency Framework describes the behaviours that are key to Tusla colleagues being effective in the execution of their role at all levels within the Agency. The competencies and associated behavioural descriptors capture the transversal knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics that will enable colleagues, regardless of role or rank, to be effective in their work. The Tusla Leader Framework relevant for this role is Leading Others. Please access this Leading Others link to fully familiarise yourself with the impact of this proficiency for Tusla. The Competency of Professional Knowledge is specifically linked to the duties, responsibilities and criteria for this role. Other Requirements of the Role • The post holder will require access to appropriate transport as the post may involve travel. • Have awareness of children and young people’s participatory practice. Application Process Campaign Specific Selection Process – Shortlisting/Interview The online application system has a time out facility, this is in order to protect the privacy of the user. This time out facility activates if the application has been ‘dormant’ for over 60 minutes. Any work not saved will be lost if the system times out due to lack of activity. Please ensure to save your application as you work on it. Important: AI generated content must not be used in your application. Tusla reserves the right to assess if content in applications is likely created by AI in part or in whole. Use of AI may result in disqualification and exclusion from the recruitment process. Shortlisting may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application. The criteria for shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Those successful at the shortlisting stage of this process (where applied) will be called forward to interview. Code of Practice The Recruitment Service Child and Family Agency will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The Code sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity and fairness are applied. It also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants, and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process. Codes of practice are available on www.cpsa.ie Tusla Child and Family Agency is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Tusla recognises its responsibilities under the Data Protection Acts 2003 - 2018 and the Freedom of Information Act 2014. Tusla Transformation Programme may impact on this role and as structures change the job description and reporting relationships may be reviewed and updated. Tenure The current vacancies available are permanent and whole time. The posts are pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration will be filled. Appointment is governed by the Child and Family Agency Act, 2013 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004. Remuneration The salary scale for the whole time equivalent of this post is: 01/03/2025: €59,419, €60,870, €62,566, €64,268, €65,976, €67,501, €69,054, €70,566, €72,067, €74,650, €77,243 LSIs Note: LSIs (Long Service Increments) are emboldened. Entry is at the minimum point of the scale. Working Week The standard working week applying to the whole time equivalent of this post is 35 hours. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the whole time equivalent of this post is 30 days per annum. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with Tusla. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Probation A probation period of 39 weeks (or proportion for fixed term contracts) applies. This may be extended at the discretion of management by a further 9 weeks. Responsibilities under Children First National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children (2017) The safety and welfare of children and young people is a key priority for Tusla. All employees must be vigilant to any concerns regarding protection and welfare of children and bring them to the attention of the Tusla Designated Person in a timely manner. National Standards for Children and Family Services Employees must have a working knowledge of HIQA Standards and/or the Adoption Authority of Ireland Standards as they apply to the role.
Lecturer In Science
Provide quality teaching and learning opportunities within the specific areas outlined in the post in order to maximise the potential of every student and to undertake non-lecturing duties as appropriate. This post will primarily be required to deliver Science within the Faculty of Health & Science. This is a full time permanent position within the College (this post may become permanent without further advertisement). Closing dates for applications is Friday 19th September 2025 at 12noon. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly. College benefits include: Competitive Salary, Excellent Pension Benefits, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Family & Work Life Balance entitlements and much more.
Senior Finance Assistant
The post-holder will work under the direction and guidance of the Accountant to ensure the provision of an efficient and effective finance service and will report through the Accountant to the Finance Manager. This post is a full time permanent position within the College. Closing date for applications is Friday 19th September 2025 at 12noon. Please note all correspondance will be sent from recruitment@src.ac.uk. Please check your mailbox including any spam folders regularly. College benefits include: Competitive Salary, Excellent Pension Benefits, Generous Annual Leave Entitlement, Family & Work Life Balance entitlements and much more.
Business Support Administrator
JOB PURPOSE The post-holder will work under the direction and guidance of the Head of Business Support and Business Development Executives to ensure an efficient and effective administrative support to the Business Support services of the College. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES The postholder will form part of a front-line team of administrators and will be expected to assist in the delivery of a range of Business Support Services including: • Answer and process client enquiries including email and digital correspondence with clients. • Process client enrolments including full data entry to EBS and/or Customer Relationship Management System (CRM). • Prepare requisitions and generate purchase orders for BSI staff including data entry onto Agresso. • Process certificates for BSI programmes including liaising with Exams for outstanding certificates, keep records of all certificates and necessary copies for funding claims. • Process monthly claims for staff using Part Time Claim Portal or other college system. • Take and/or process client fees including cash-ups, receipting and lodgements. • Assist with direct mail and telemarketing campaigns. • Prepare and forward client information packs and any other marketing materials for all Business Support events and/or learners. • Assist Business Development Executives in quote preparation. • Assist with research and marketing campaigns and the compilation of associated statistical data. • Assist the Client Relationship Executive with monitoring of business activity. • Assist in the development of marketing literature, e.g.: Course Information Packs A range of standard letters to cover all stages of client interactions Standard course information sheets Scheduled training provision booklets General BS Brochures/flyers Standard PowerPoint /DVD presentations • Assist in the preparation for and delivery of all events, conferences, open days, breakfast seminars, information sessions, etc. • Act as private and confidential secretary to the Head of Business Support. • Assist the Head of Business Support and Managers in the maintenance of staff time and attendance. • Maintain an appointments and desk diary for the Head of Business Support. • Office administration including word-processing/typing letters, memos and reports, photocopying, post, fax and switchboard. • Arrange and service meetings as required, taking minutes and circulation of same. • Host and prepare light hospitality for visitors to the Business Support Centre as required. • Telephone and reception duties. • Deal with incoming mail and preparation of outgoing mail. • Maintain appropriate filing systems. • Receive and handle cash in accordance with audit requirements. General • Participate in the enrolment cover rota. • Be required to undertake work outside normal working hours. • Provide reports, written and oral, as required. • Ensure that all documentation and authorisation procedures are adhered to. Conditions • Promote the College positively at all times. • Abide by all College procedures and ensure these are implemented in area of responsibility. • Within the context of the post, ensure full compliance with College health and safety requirements. • Within the context of the post, ensure full compliance with College equality requirements. • Any other duties appropriate to the grade and post, as assigned. The location of the post will reflect the needs of the College and may be changed subject to the requirements of the College. Duties may change as the College develops; therefore, the person appointed will be expected to be flexible in relation to duties performed as required. It is anticipated that the post-holder will be required to adopt a flexible approach to the duties and responsibilities as outlined in this Job Description. This is a description of the job as it is at present constituted. It is the practice of the College to periodically examine employees’ job descriptions and to update them to ensure that they relate to the job as then being performed or to incorporate whatever changes are being proposed. This procedure is normally carried out through discussions between the post holder and the line manager. It is the College’s aim to reach agreement to reasonable changes following consultation with the post holder. Personnel Specification Applicants must, as a minimum, meet the essential eligibility criteria listed below. Eligibility Criteria Essential A minimum of a Level 3 qualification (or higher) in any subject area. A pass grade at GCSE Level in English Language or Essential Skills Level 2 in Literacy or an equivalent qualification. A pass grade at GCSE Level in Mathematics or Essential Skills Level 2 in Numeracy or NICATS Access Maths Modules or an equivalent qualification. A minimum of one year’s (within the last five years) relevant administrative experience in a busy office / industrial environment. A working knowledge of a range of software packages including Microsoft Office suite. Desirable OCR/RSA Stage 2 (Parts I & II) Word Processing or equivalent qualification, e.g., ECDL. Other Essential Criteria The role may entail travel between sites and you are required to demonstrate how you are able to meet this requirement, e.g., whether you hold a full (i.e., not provisional), current driving licence which enables you to drive in Northern Ireland, and a car for official business, or have access to a form of transport which will enable you to meet the requirements of the post. Competencies The competencies listed below will be assessed during the interview process for those candidates who have been successful at shortlisting stage. Skills & Expertise – Level 1 Communication – Level 1 Working with People & Team Working – Level 1 Customer Focus & Continuous Improvement – Level 1 Planning & Organising – Level 1 Leadership & Strategic Thinking – Level 1 In preparing for your interview, you will find it helpful to refer to the Competence Framework document, which is available on the “Job Related Documents” section of the GetGot recruitment site. This document will outline the ‘Effective Behaviours’ that will be tested at interview; the relevant level for each competence has been identified above.
Production Operative, Level
Production Operative – Level 3 Job Overview The successful candidate will join our team involved in manufacturing veterinary products whilst complying with all aspects of Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety procedures. The position includes carrying out all relevant activities to Good Manufacturing Practice, using appropriate techniques and equipment and following departmental written procedures in addition to the completion of necessary documentation. Main Activities/Tasks
Enforcement Officer
The Post holder will work as part of a team undertaking Enforcement duties across the Borough, providing a high visibility patrol presence in relation to Dog Control, Litter Control and Anti-Social Behaviour and issuing Fixed Penalty Notices. Please note:
Walking For All Officer
The post holder will develop, co-ordinate and sustain regular volunteer-led walks in towns, villages and rural communities throughout the Council area, through the recruitment, training and support of Volunteer Walk Leaders to in turn increase the number of people walking and meet the objectives of the Walking for All programme (see additional information). Please note
Youth Floating Support Worker
YOUTH FLOATING SUPPORT WORKERS Could you assist young people to build the skills and confidence to find, set up and maintain their own homes in the community? MACS Youth Floating Support Service supports young people aged 16-25 in the community who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or need help maintaining their tenancy. Youth Floating Support Workers support on average 15 young people who receive individualised support based on support planning ongoing assessment/review and keeping safe were appropriate. Key Responsibilities: Please see attached Job Description and Person specification for essential skills and knowledge required for the post and click apply to submit your CV. See attached Recruitment Guidance notes and Why Work For MACS for more information or email hr@macsni.org if you have any further queries. CVs submitted must demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria required for the post. Posts Available: Belfast: 1x Full Time, Permanent, 1x Part Time, Permanent Lisburn: 2x Full Time, Permanent Downpatrick: 1x Part Time, Permanent Salary: £25,545 pro rata Benefits: MACS Pension contribution of 4% of salary; up to 41 days annual leave (pro rata and including bank holidays); enhanced paid leave for Sick, Maternity and Carers leave; paid training days per year; Flexible and Hybrid working options available and Health Benefits. Closing Date: Tuesday 30th September 2025 at 9.30am. We are currently recruiting for multiple roles across various locations. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received. We strongly encourage early applications, as the advert may close once positions in each location have been successfully filled. MACS is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection on merit and all offers of employment are subject to an Access NI Disclosure Check.
Communications Manager
Overview of the Civil Service The Civil Service is at the heart of Irish society. Everything we do impacts our country, and most importantly, our people. We are a robust and trusted institution, which has served the people of Ireland since the foundation of the State. While the challenges which face the Civil Service today are different to those faced at the foundation of the State, our core values remain the same. The Civil Service is a large complex organisation employing over 50,000 people in approximately 40 Government Departments and offices and a range of other bodies. Every day the Civil Service makes a vital contribution to Irish life. Everything the Civil Service does, from carrying out the work of Government to delivering frontline public services, impacts Ireland in some way. Why work in communications in the Civil Service? Working in communications with the Civil Service provides an excellent opportunity to lead and shape communications policy, strategy and practice within Government and to develop your career as a skilled communications professional. The role of Communications Manager gives you the opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives. You will work on some of the most important issues, keeping the public informed and supporting the delivery of policy and public services. Improving communication capacity across government departments and offices is a key enabler to ensure effective policy implementation and understanding. Opportunities now exist for experienced communications professionals with leadership experience and a record of significant achievements to take up the role of Communications Manager in the Civil Service. This senior level position offers an exciting opportunity for ambitious, enthusiastic and committed professionals with a strong commitment to serving the public interest. The role involves collaborative working and a willingness to take on new challenges. Successful candidates will be offered a dynamic, satisfying and varied career, with competitive terms and conditions. About the role The Communications Manager position is a senior role that will have responsibility for leading and shaping communications programmes within an organisation. As a senior manager, you will set the strategy and workplan for your team and take responsibility for delivery. Your specialist knowledge and experience will support the delivery of excellent, public-focused communications. Focusing on departmental priorities and business objectives, you will provide leadership to team members and help build capability across the communications function. As a key member of the departmental/organisational communications team, you will play a pivotal role in managing the team and communications across a variety of work streams. This could include, for example, strategic communications and campaigns, media relations, event management, digital communications, stakeholder engagement or internal communications. You will have a keen understanding of the political system in Ireland, and a strong interest in current affairs. You will have the authority, experience and personal impact to provide communications advice and support to senior leaders and build excellent working relationships with counterparts in other government departments and agencies as well as external organisations. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Depending on the organisation to which you are assigned, the following is an overview of the type of responsibilities and tasks involved in the Communications Manager role: Providing leadership in the setting of strategic direction for the communications work of the organisation. Working at a strategic level with senior officials, advisers and relevant ministers to align all communications with organisational priorities. Collaborating both within the organisation’s communications team and across the organisation, Government, and external bodies, to deliver consistent, coherent, high-quality, cost-effective, accessible, public-focused communications. Leading sub-teams within the communications team, taking responsibility for managing performance, supporting individuals to develop their personal skills and careers, with a strong focus on nurturing talent. Developing and delivering communications programmes involving media relations, social and digital communications, event management, stakeholder communications, internal communications, and corporate communications in alignment with ministerial and government priorities. Embedding evidence and research into objective-focused communications activities. Using data, trends and analysis to develop engaging content for all channels. Please note: The above is a general guide to the role and is not an exhaustive description of the duties which are associated with the role or tasks which may be assigned to the role of Communications Manager in the Civil Service. The specific duties of each Communications Manager role will largely be determined by the Civil Service organisation to which you are assigned. Vacancies and Location Candidates who are successful in this competition will be placed on a panel, in order of merit from which vacancies for Communications Manager arising across the Civil Service will be filled. These vacancies may exist in one of many Government Departments, Offices or in an agency of a Government Department. Although the majority of vacancies arising over the lifetime of the panel are expected to be located in the wider Dublin area, a limited number of vacancies may arise in some regional locations which may also be filled from this panel. Candidates should note the following: Successful candidates from this competition may be placed in any Civil Service organisation, government department, office or other bodies such as An Garda Síochána. An offer from this competition must be accepted within a maximum period of five working days. If the offer is not accepted within that timeframe, the offer will be considered to have been refused. It is not expected that appointments will be made from this panel after December 2027. Working Environment Candidates should be aware that requirements in relation to working onsite at their place of work will be in line with their assigned organisation’s Blended Work Policy. The Communications Manager role may involve some travel and some weekend/out of hours work. Where this occurs, Civil Service travel and subsistence rates will apply. Benefits As well as a rewarding and challenging career, some of the benefits of working as a Communications Manager in the Civil Service include: Competitive salary, starting at €81,475 with yearly increments for satisfactory performance Public Sector pension 30 days of annual leave per year Access to well-being programmes to support a healthy work-life balance Opportunity to avail of the ‘Cycle to Work’ scheme, and the tax saver public transport pass Opportunity to join the Public Service Credit Union Subject to business needs and a satisfactory probationary period: Flexible working with a commitment to work-life balance and a family-friendly workplace (including work-sharing arrangements and a wide variety of special leave options); Access to Shorter Working Year Scheme; Facility to apply for career breaks; Learning and development opportunities. Opportunities for promotion through internal, interdepartmental and open competitions Essential Candidates must have on or before Thursday 18th of September 2025: a) A qualification at minimum level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) or NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualifications equivalent in a relevant discipline such as Communications, Public Relations, Marketing etc. and b) At least 4 years’ experience managing communications projects or programmes for an organisation, including experience across at least four of the areas below: Media relations Social / digital media Public affairs / stakeholder engagement Event management Internal communications Campaign management Marketing / advertising OR At least 6 years’ experience managing communications projects or programmes for an organisation, including experience across at least four of the areas below: Media relations Social / digital media Public affairs / stakeholder engagement Event management Internal communications Campaign management Marketing / advertising Candidates must also have: Experience of leading multi-disciplinary teams including line management and staff development. Experience of leading on the planning and delivery of communications with demonstrated evidence of having devised and implemented effective communications strategies and programmes based on analysis, data, audience understanding and business objectives. Experience of managing day-to-day media and stakeholder enquiries. Experience of managing digital and social media, including developing bespoke content, for effective communications purposes. Demonstrable experience of exercising sound judgment and making the right call under pressure. Experience of handling budgets and ensuring value for money. Strong research and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail. Proven organisational skills with the ability to deal with multiple demands and competing priorities to tight deadlines while producing high-quality work. The ability to act as a spokesperson and to manage communications on behalf of an organisation in a professional and comprehensive way considering reputation and risk management. Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to network, build relationships and engage effectively with, influence and secure support from stakeholders at all levels of seniority. Excellent written and verbal communication skills (including presentation skills) with proven experience in communicating complex issues clearly and concisely to a diverse audience. A motivated, flexible and adaptive approach, the capability to contribute positively to the implementation of change, and the ability to use their own initiative as and when appropriate. A keen understanding of the political system in Ireland, or the capacity to quickly acquire same, and a strong interest in current affairs. Well-developed IT/digital skills including a good working knowledge of MS Office suite and familiarity with specialist software packages used in the communications area. A commitment to continuing professional learning and development.
