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Food & Beverage Assistants – 4* Grand Hotel Are you energetic, customer-focused, and ready to be part of the magic at The Grand Hotel? The Grand Hotel Malahide is looking for enthusiastic Food & Beverage Assistants to join our team in our busy F&B outlets. Must be over 18 and have fully flexible availability. About the Role: As a Food & Beverage Assistant, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our guests enjoy exceptional service throughout our hotel. You’ll assist with food and drink service in our bars, restaurants, and banqueting suites, maintaining the highest standards of presentation and hospitality. Responsibilities will include: · To assist in for Food & Beverage Service to the Hotel standard . To deliver an exceptional guest experience · To ensure that all opening and closing procedures are conducted in line with SOP’s · To be responsible for the appearance and tidiness of the Service Areas · To ensure that all preparation is completed in advance of Service times · To communicate Hotel and Group services to guests Perks of joining the team: We have a very friendly and helpful team and we hope you will fit right into our family. We provide: · Great Remuneration package with flexible working pattern available · Meals on duty · Complimentary Parking on site · Complimentary use of Arena Fitness Gym · Discounted rates for staff, family, and friends across the FBD Hotels Group - FBD Insurance 15% Discount · Taxsaver Scheme & Cycle to work Scheme · Cash Saving Scheme- Save as you Earn · 'Refer a friend' scheme
Services Officers - Houses of the Oireachtas
Open competition for appointment to the position of Services Officer in the Superintendent's Section in the Houses of the Oireachtas Service Services Officer The Houses of the Oireachtas Service is running a competition to select the best qualified candidate with the required knowledge, skills and attributes to meet the requirements of the roles of Services Officer in the Houses of the Oireachtas. Closing Date: 08 April 2026 Salary range: From €575.14 to €779.59 per week Starting annual leave: 22 days rising to 23 after 5 years, 24 days after 10 years, 25 days after 12 years and 26 days after 14 years of service Hours of attendance: 35 net hours per week Contract type: Permanent (subject to 12-month probation period). Headquarters Headquarters will be such as may be designated from time to time by the Service. When required to travel on official duty the appointee will be paid appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances, subject to normal civil service regulations. The Houses of the Oireachtas Service and its environs are currently based around Kildare Street, Dublin 2. About the Houses of the Oireachtas Commission and the Houses of the Oireachtas Service The Houses of the Oireachtas is the home of the national parliament of Ireland. The Houses of the Oireachtas Commission (the ‘Commission’) is the statutory corporate body responsible for the running of the Houses of the Oireachtas (Dáil Éireann and Seanad Éireann) and Oireachtas Committees, and the administration and management of the Houses of the Oireachtas Service (the ‘Service’). Comprising over 700 staff members, the Service is the independent civil service agency which supports the running of both Houses and provides advice, facilities and administrative services on behalf of the Commission as the governing authority. The Service is headed by the Secretary General/Clerk of the Dáil. In addition to a Deputy Secretary, there are five divisions, each headed by an Assistant Secretary: • Parliamentary Services • Corporate and Members’ Services • Parliamentary Information and Research Services • Office of Parliamentary Legal Advisors • Parliamentary Digital Services and Transformation The Service is guided by the vision of ‘A Democratic Parliament Working Effectively for the People’. The Service’s mission is to support our parliamentary democracy by providing excellence in its parliamentary services. The values of the Service are built around excellence, people-focus, inclusivity, innovation, impartiality and accountability. The key strategic outcomes and goals of the Service are: • An Effective and Excellence Driven Parliament • A Workplace of Choice and a People-Focused Parliament • A Secure and Sustainable Parliament • A Transparent, Accessible and Internationally Engaged Parliament • An Innovative and Digital-First Parliament • A Bilingually Enabled Parliament Benefits of working for the Houses of the Oireachtas Service Continuous Professional Development The Service encourages continuous learning for all staff. A dedicated Training and Development Unit provides access to in-person and online training courses. Financial support for courses up to PhD level is offered through an Advance/Refund of Fees Scheme. Additional professional development opportunities include mentoring and coaching, leadership and management development programmes. Staff Facilities Onsite staff facilities include a full-service restaurant, self-service restaurant, a coffee dock, a creche and a fitness room. The Oireachtas Library provides access to news media, academic books, journals, research databases and membership of professional networks. Culture and Employee Experience The Service is home to a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team, which organises special events focused on mental and physical health. A ‘Green Team’ of employees from across the organisation works to enhance our sustainability and environmental practices. Staff are also encouraged to engage with each other through the events of our internal staff networks, a social club, a choir, and annual volunteering opportunities. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) The Service recognises the diversity of our workforce as a positive benefit to all and is committed to promoting a culture of inclusion. As the national parliament, we strive to be leaders in creating a truly accessible, inclusive working environment where everyone is treated fairly, and where all our staff members are supported to be their authentic selves and reach their true potential. Working Environment The Service offers a number of schemes for staff, including Cycle to Work, annual Travel Pass, eyesight tests and flu vaccinations. Bilingual Parliament We are committed to growing our capacity to work through the first official language of the State, the Irish language. As part of the move towards a bilingual parliament, support and training is provided for anyone who wishes to improve their Irish or learn as a beginner. There is a lending library of books for all levels along with regular coffee mornings and guest lectures. The Superintendent’s Section The primary function of the Superintendent’s Section is to maintain security and decorum in the Parliamentary Chamber and across the Leinster House campus and its environs, ensuring that a secure and safe work environment is provided for Members, staff, witnesses and visitors. The staff of the Superintendent’s Section include two teams: Ushers and the Services Officers. Role and Responsibilities Services Officers in the Houses of the Oireachtas Service, as part of the Superintendent’s Section, are responsible for providing a safe and secure environment within the Leinster House complex and satellite buildings; and additionally carry out a wide range of support activities for example distribution of post and dealing with deliveries. Services Officers engage with a variety of people on a daily basis from Members of the Oireachtas to members of the general public and therefore are required to have good interpersonal and communications skills and the capacity to deal with challenging situations. Staff in the Services Officer grade are required to work to a roster which often includes times outside of regular business hours. There may be occasions due to parliamentary business, where Services Officers will be required to work non-rostered overtime on occasions (for example state visits, VIP visits, opening day, budget day). A full uniform is supplied, and Services Officers are required to wear this uniform in performance of their duty. The full performance of certain duties ma qualify for the award of allowances for example key holding and post franking. While not an exhaustive list, the main responsibilities of the role are outlined below: Security Security tasks, fulfilled by a Services Officer include but are not limited to: • opening and locking up buildings as tasked • checking and overseeing access to the Leinster House complex • operation of any equipment provided • identification and reporting of issues to management • key holding duties as appropriate • conduct of safety searches of buildings as tasked Reception Duties Reception tasks, fulfilled by a Services Officer include but are not limited to: • Staffing of reception areas and demonstrating good judgement while responding to requests in a prompt and courteous manner. Desirable Requirements • Strong Irish language skills, or have an interest in developing their Irish language skills. Eligibility to Compete and Certain Restrictions on Eligibility 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 A candidate for, and any person holding the office, must be of good character. Citizenship Requirement Eligible candidates must be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Membe States of the European Union (EU), 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 has a stamp 4 permission* or stamp 5 permission. *Please note that a 50 TEU permission, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. To qualify candidates must meet one of the citizenship criteria above by the date of any job offer. Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants The Department of Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform (DPENDR) letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the DPENDR and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the Public Service by any Public Service body (as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011) for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of noneligibility). Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees, under that Scheme, are not eligibl to apply for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Career Breaks Subject to satisfying the eligibility requirements, the competition is open to staff who are on a career break, provided their career break conforms to the provisions of the Department of Finance Circular (4/13), or on secondment arrangements. Staff who are on career break under the Incentivised Career Break Scheme 2009 are not eligible to apply. Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010) The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1 November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for re-employment in the public health sector or in the wider Public Service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. The same prohibition on reemployment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is for a period of 7 years. People who availed of the VER scheme are not eligible to compete in this competition. People who availed of the VRS scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility (expiry of period of non-eligibility). MORE INFORMATION AVAILABLE BY HITTING THE APPLY NOW BUTTON WHICH WILL BRING YOU TO THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE Detailed information about the scope of this role and the essential entry requirements are outlined in the competition booklet - click the APPLY NOW button to go to the official website for more information and documents. Only completed applications submitted to recruitment@oireachtas.ie and on the official application forms will be accepted in this competition. The deadline for receipt of applications is 3 p.m. on Thursday, 8 April 2026. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.
Customer Assistant, Rathfarnham
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Customer obsessed, high energy and love learning every day? If that sounds like you, earn €460+ per week as a Customer Assistant on our standard 30 hour contract.You’ll work across different shift times, on varied tasks and with different colleagues.What does a normal day* as a Customer Assistant look like? (*there’s no such thing as ‘normal’ in retail but we’ve tried our best!)As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. Please note: for this specific store, availability to work early morning shifts is necessary. Shift Patterns: • Morning shift: Starting at 4am or 5am with your team, you’ll be getting our award-winning products fully stocked on the shop floor and our delicious bakery products ready for our customers to enjoy by opening time so they can Go Full Lidl! • Middle shift: Starting mid-morning or early afternoon, you’ll make sure our stores are spotlessly clean, well presented and our products remain fresh, all while helping customers with queries on the shop floor and working on tills to minimise till queues• Late shift: From your start time in the afternoon, you’ll make sure our customers experience is top class by serving them with a smile while on the tills, restocking missing items and getting the store ready for the next day What you'll do • Interacting with the customer in a pleasant, friendly and helpful manner• Ensuring stock loss controls are followed in all areas of the store • Maintaining store and external cleanliness and hygiene standards• Following freshness and rotation principles• Ensuring all waste is managed correctly• Assisting in the stock count process What you'll need • A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills• The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers• To be responsible and reliable• To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment• A good team player• Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude • For this specific store, availability to work early morning shifts is necessary What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
Driver
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for ensuring the efficient and professional delivery of customer€,,s online/telephone shopping orders. Interact with each customer with great pride, passion and care. The ideal candidate will have/be: Previous experience as a delivery driver is desirable Full clean driver€,,s licence is essential Excellent organisational and time management skills Excellent communication skills Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Previous customer service experience is an advantage. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Deliver customer€,,s online/telephone shopping orders to different addresses in a specified region Load, unload, prepare and operate a delivery vehicle Show a positive attitude and take responsibility for ensuring customers receive an excellent shopping experience Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Healthcare Assistant
Job Specification and Terms and Conditions OVERVIEW · Campaign Reference – RQHCA · Job Title & Grade – Healthcare Assistant · Tenure - Full Time Permanent and Specified Purpose; and Part Time Permanent · Hours of Work – 39 Hours (full time); 19.5 Hours (part time) – the allocation of these hours will be at the discretion of the Department Head and in accordance with needs of service · Department – Nursing General · Location of Post - Peamount Healthcare, Newcastle, Co. Dublin · Working Model - Fully Onsite · Remuneration - * €36,288 (point 1) to €45,484 (point 9 LSI). · Annual Leave - As per Health Service Executive (HSE) · Closing Date – Monday 23rd March 2026 · Proposed Interview Date – Week of 30thMar/6th April 2026 - At least 1 weeks’ notice will be provided · Take Up Appointment - Successful applicant(s) must be available to take up the role within a reasonable timeframe · Reporting Relationship – Assistant Director of Nursing WHO ARE WE Peamount Healthcare is an independent voluntary organisation that operates in partnership with the HSE Health Region, Dublin and Midlands to provide a range of health and social care services. Peamount Healthcare is a registered charity and is directly funded by the HSE under Section 38 of the Health Act 2004. The hospital provides consultant led, multidisciplinary, specialist rehabilitation services to patients at the right time and in the right place, which improve patient outcomes. Peamount Healthcare provides specialist rehabilitation in Neurology, Age-Related, Respiratory and Rheumatology. The services provided also include continuing care services for the older person, adults with neurological disabilities and individuals with intellectual disabilities. OUR VALUES Peamount Healthcare is committed to the following values: Person centred – seeing each person as unique, giving them a voice and focusing on ability. Respect – creating a supportive environment where everyone is given courteous and respectful care and support. Excellence – enabling interdisciplinary teams to deliver high quality integrated care, meaningful outcomes with a focus on continuous improvement. Team working – fostering an inclusive, healthy working environment where people are valued and recognised for their individual and shared achievements. Quality improvement – supporting teams to embed continuous improvement methodology as part of everything we do. Education & Research – partnering with academia to support education, learning, research and evidence-based care. BENEFITS OF WORKING IN PEAMOUNT · Pension · Yearly Increment · Bike to Work Scheme · Free Parking · Onsite Café · Peamount Choir/Social Groups · Employee Assistance Programme · Educational Funding · Subsidised Canteen · Award Winning Tranquillity Room · Staff/Family Fun Days PURPOSE OF THE POST To assist with the delivery of rehab resident/older adult care under the supervision and direction of Nursing or other Professional Staff. “Healthcare assistants provide assistance, support and direct personal care to patients and residents in older person/ Rehab settings. They generally work in support, or under delegation, direction and supervision, of health professionals. They support multi-disciplinary teams in the delivery of high-quality care.” - International Standard Classification of Occupations (ISCO). Point on Salary Scale Your application must be your own work and reflect your own experiences, competencies and skills. Do not use AI to complete the application form. We are all too aware that imposter syndrome and the confidence gap can sometimes stop fantastic candidates putting themselves forward, so please do submit an application — we’d love to hear from you. PLEASE SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED
Senior Occupational Therapist
Senior Occupational Therapist Full time, Permanent – 35 hours per week and Part-time roles We currently have vacancies on our CRC Children’s Disability Network Teams, across all our Dublin locations. CDNT Balbriggan; CDNT Clondalkin; CDNT Clontarf; and CDNT Swords The CRC Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) will be providing intervention to children from the age of 0-18 years, presenting with complex developmental needs requiring inter-disciplinary intervention . Our services are based upon a Family Centered Practice Model in line with the Progressing Disability Services. This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team in Balbriggan. During 2024 the CRC has embarked on a programme of organistional transformation. Partnering with the Virginia Mason Institute world leaders in supporting healthcare organisations through continuous improvement and transformational change. We would love to hear from you if you are excited about the chance to become part of our forward-thinking children's teams and contribute to implementing lean healthcare practices. The successful candidate will have the following essential requirements: Desirable requirements: Experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Experience working with children with physical disabilities Experienced working with children with intellectual disabilities Experience completing Assessment of Need It must be clearly demonstrated in your CV and supporting statement how you meet the required skills, competencies and knowledge for the post. Department of Health Salary Scale apply, Senior Occupational Therapist 3301 (€64,551 - €76,007). Please apply through the 'Apply Now' button. Please specify the CDNT team/s you wish to join. Informal enquires to hr@crc.ie, please specify the CDNT team you are enquiring about. A panel will be created from this campaign from which current and future permanent, specified purpose, whole-time and part-time posts for CRC Children’s Disability Services will be filled. Data Protection: Please refer to crc_job_application_privacy_notice.pdf to learn more about how we handle your personal data and the rights that you have during the recruitment cycle. This role is subject to HSE Approval. We reserve the right to close this competition early if we receive a very high volume of applications. #CR
Staff Occupational Therapist
Staff Grade Occupational Therapist Roles - New Graduates Awaiting CORU are welcome to apply. Full time, Permanent – 35 hours per week and Part-time roles We currently have vacancies on our CRC Children’s Disability Network Teams, across our Dublin locations. CDNT Balbriggan; CDNT Clondalkin; CDNT Clontarf; and CDNT Swords. The CRC Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) will be providing intervention to children from the age of 0-18 years, presenting with complex developmental needs requiring inter-disciplinary intervention . Our services are based upon a Family Centered Practice Model in line with the Progressing Disability Services. This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of one of our dynamic teams. During 2024 the CRC has embarked on a programme of organistional transformation. Partnering with the Virginia Mason Institute world leaders in supporting healthcare organisations through continuous improvement and transformational change. We would love to hear from you if you are excited about the chance to become part of our forward-thinking children's teams and contribute to implementing lean healthcare practices. The successful candidate will have the following essential requirements: It must be clearly demonstrated in your CV and supporting statement how you meet the required skills, competencies and knowledge for the post. Department of Health Salary Scale apply, Staff Grade Occupational Therapist (€45,063 - €64,424). Please apply through Rezoomo. Please specify the CDNT team/s you wish to join. Informal enquires to hr@crc.ie, please specify the CDNT team you are enquiring about. A panel will be created from this campaign from which current and future permanent, specified purpose, whole-time and part-time posts for CRC Children’s Disability Services will be filled. Data Protection: Please refer to crc_job_application_privacy_notice.pdf to learn more about how we handle your personal data and the rights that you have during the recruitment cycle. This role is subject to HSE Approval. We reserve the right to close this competition early if we receive a very high volume of applications. #CR
Basic Respiratory Physiologist
1x Basic Grade Respiratory Physiologist post (full time). Permanent Contract. We are looking for a respiratory physiologists to join our dynamic and growing team of Respiratory Physiologists working alongside a strong team of specialist respiratory nurses and 10 Respiratory Consultants. The Mater hospital is the National centre for heart and lung transplantation and pulmonary hypertension to name a few. So therefore you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in diagnosing a wide range of respiratory conditions from our unique patient cohorts. The PFT lab perform and report on a range of respiratory and sleep diagnostics procedures with scope for expanding our diagnostic capabilities. We currently perform and report on the following tests: · Spirometry & reversibility testing. · Full pulmonary function testing (including Plethysmography). · Mannitol and Methacholine challenge testing. · MIP, MEP & SNIP. · Impulse Oscillometry. · CPET. · FeNO · Setup, analysis and scoring of limited sleep studies. · Full PSG service capabilities · Skin Prick allergy testing. Successful applicants will be given full training and exposure to all advanced testing. All physiologists in the lab will work between the hospital and in the integrated care hub in the community. Any query’s regarding the post don’t hesitate to contact the chief II respiratory physiologist Ciarán Heatley. Email: cheatley@mater.ie Contact number: (01) 803 2392
Research Office Administrator
Job Title: : Research Office Administrator Post Title: Research Office Administrator Post Duration : Fixed Term Contract, 31 months duration (FTE 0.8) Grade : NCAD Grade V Reports to : Research Office Lead Salary : NCAD Grade V €52,240-€62,482 per annum pro rata €41,792 – €49,985.60 * per annum *Candidates should note that as per Department of Finance guidelines, entry will be at the first point of the salary scale and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government pay policy. Candidates should note that different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant. Annual Leave : Annual Leave will be 20 working days per annum pro rata. This leave is exclusive of public holidays. Hours of Attendance : Working hours will be 28 hours per week (net of rest breaks). Location : This position is based at NCAD, 100 Thomas Street, Dublin Role Purpose: This role is a specified purpose role funded by the Targeted Enhancement Fund (TEF), this funding is time-bound and the objectives of the funding are to:
Human Resources Manager
This is a permanent vacancy based in our offices in Dublin 2. The Housing Agency operates a Blended Working Policy. Working closely with the Head of Human Resources, the HR Manager will lead out on the delivery of end-to-end HR services for The Housing Agency, providing expert advice on employee relations and people governance, strengthening organisational capability through learning and performance, and leading HR systems modernisation (including HRIS) to support high-quality, data-driven workforce planning and decision-making. Key accountabilities The postholder will be accountable for: • Delivering the Agency’s HR strategy and annual HR plan, aligned to business priorities. • Providing timely, high-quality HR support across the employee lifecycle, with clear service standards and controls. • Leading complex employee relations matters to fair, well-documented resolution. • Maintaining robust HR governance, compliance and audit readiness (including GDPR-aligned HR record management). • Leading HR systems and reporting improvements, including the introduction and implementation of an HRIS, and strengthening HR metrics and dashboards. • Managing HR resources (team, budget and suppliers) to deliver value for money and measurable outcomes. Duties & Responsibilities HR Strategy, Leadership & Organisational Development • Assist with the implementation of the Housing Agency’s HR Strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives, workforce requirements and public sector best practice. • Develop and maintain a workforce planning framework including forecasting, succession planning and talent management to meet current and future organisational needs. • Support the annual strategic and business planning cycle through the preparation of HR plans, workforce metrics and resourcing recommendations. End-to-End HR Operations & Service Delivery • Manage and deliver a full range of HR functions including workforce planning, recruitment and selection, onboarding, employment contracts, attendance management, payroll and superannuation, employee lifecycle processes, HR record management and statutory HR returns. • Ensure HR service delivery is consistent, responsive and customer-focused, supported by clear processes, templates and controls. • Maintain oversight of accurate and timely HR documentation, employee files and data integrity in line with GDPR and organisational requirements. HR Policy, Governance & Compliance • Ensure HR policies, procedures and guidance are up to date, compliant and effectively implemented, with particular regard to public sector requirements, relevant legislation and organisational governance standards. • Ensure policies and procedures are effectively communicated, understood and applied consistently across the Agency (including producing guidance, toolkits and manager/employee communications where required). • Contribute to organisational governance through HR compliance monitoring, internal controls, audit readiness and support for internal/external reviews and information requests as required. • Maintain an HR risk and issues log and provide regular updates on emerging employment risks and mitigation actions. Employee Relations & Specialist Advisory • Provide specialist HR support and advice on employment matters to staff, line managers and senior managers, including performance, conduct, capability, grievance/disciplinary processes, probation, dignity at work, and absence management. • Manage complex and sensitive employee relations cases, ensuring fair procedures, appropriate documentation, consistent decision making and timely resolution. • Support constructive engagement with employee representatives (where applicable) and promote positive employee relations. Performance Management & Organisational Culture • Continue to develop, strengthen and embed a robust Performance Management System that supports staff to meet the needs of the organisation and drives accountability, delivery and development. • Coach and advise managers on setting objectives, delivering feedback, addressing underperformance and implementing structured performance improvement approaches. • Support initiatives that strengthen organisational culture, staff engagement, inclusion and leadership capability. Learning, Development & Capability Building • Conduct staff training needs analysis aligned to corporate priorities and role requirements, ensuring a planned, evidence-based approach to capability development. • Manage the learning and development budget, ensuring value for money, measurable outcomes and appropriate procurement/financial controls. • Design, procure and/or coordinate internal and external learning interventions (including management development) and evaluate training effectiveness and impact. HR Systems, Digitalisation & HRIS Implementation (Lead) • Manage the introduction and implementation of an HR Information System (HRIS), including testing, data migration, training and user adoption. • Ensure HR systems support efficient processes, strong data quality, secure record management and improved management information. • Develop HR reporting dashboards and metrics to support evidence-based decision making (e.g., headcount, turnover, absence trends, recruitment timelines, training investment). Reporting, Management Information & HR Returns • Prepare accurate and timely HR reports, ensuring data is validated, trends are analysed and insights are clearly communicated to relevant stakeholders. • Oversee HR returns and organisational reporting inputs (as required) including contributions to corporate performance reporting, annual reporting and other management information requests. Procurement, Contract Management & External Providers • Assist with and support HR-related procurement and provide advice/input on the selection of external organisations or individuals contracted by the Agency (e.g., training providers, occupational health, HRIS vendors, recruitment supports). • Manage contracts and service levels for HR suppliers where assigned, ensuring quality delivery, compliance with procurement requirements and budget oversight. People Management & Team Leadership • Supervise staff assigned to the HR function, including work planning, coaching and mentoring of team members, performance management, and capability development. • Allocate resources effectively to ensure HR priorities are delivered and operational requirements are met. • Foster a high-performing team environment that supports collaboration, continuous improvement and high-quality customer service. Other Duties • Undertake any other duties as directed from time to time, appropriate to the grade and function. Essential Requirements Applicants must demonstrate, by the closing date, that they meet the following: • A recognised third level qualification (to at least Level 7 on the National Qualifications Framework) in a relevant discipline and a minimum of five years’ experience in a supervisory position. • Demonstrable experience delivering a broad HR service (end-to-end employee lifecycle) in a complex organisation. • Demonstrable experience providing advice on employee relations matters and applying fair procedures with strong documentation and attention to detail. • Strong analytical and reporting capability, including the use of HR metrics to support planning and decision-making. • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence and advise managers at all levels. • High standards of confidentiality and compliance, including GDPR-aligned handling of HR records. Desirable • Working knowledge of payroll and superannuation/pension administration. • HRIS/HR systems implementation or significant HR systems improvement experience. • Demonstrates working knowledge of public sector governance/procurement requirements relevant to the role. Competencies Candidates will be assessed against the following competencies: Management & Delivery of Results • Plans and prioritises work to deliver multiple outputs on time and to a high standard. • Drives continuous improvement and follows through on commitments. • Applies appropriate controls and maintains accurate records. Analysis & Decision Making • Gathers and evaluates information from relevant sources, identifies trends, and makes balanced recommendations. • Applies judgement in sensitive/complex cases and documents decisions clearly. Team Leadership • Leads by example, supports development, and manages performance constructively. • Builds a positive team culture and enables collaboration across the organisation. Interpersonal & Communication Skills • Builds and maintains effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. • Communicates clearly in writing and verbally, including preparing reports/briefings. Specialist Knowledge (HR / Governance / Digital) • Demonstrates strong HR practice knowledge including employment law fundamentals, ER processes, and policy implementation. • Demonstrates working knowledge/understanding of IT systems including Microsoft Office packages; ability to use HR data for reporting and insights. Salary Scale – Administrative Officer LA Scales €60,611 - €62,095 - €63,826 - €65,563 - €67,300 - €68,852 - €70,442 - €71,982 - €73,518 LSI1 €76,149 LSI2 €78,795 New entrants will be appointed on the first point of the scale in line with government policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if immediately before appointment you are a currently serving civil/public servant. Eligibility to compete: Candidates should note that eligibility to compete is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply. To qualify candidates must be citizens of the EEA by the date of any job offer. Eligible candidates must be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area. 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 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 Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Application Procedure Candidates must provide: An up-to-date CV and a detailed cover letter (maximum two pages). Your cover letter should clearly outline your suitability for the role and demonstrate how your relevant experience and skills align with the duties and requirements set out in this job specification.
