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Description Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,600 shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland is driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. We are currently recruiting for an Deputy Manager for our Naas Store. Why join us? · Competitive Salary · KPI related bonus · Certified with Great Place to work · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon · Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays, maternity/paternity leave · Refer a friend scheme · Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · Community- A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Educational Opportunities · Annual leave - starting at 21 days and rising to 23 days at year 6. · Employee assistance programme · Cycle to work Scheme What you will bring: · Experienced retail professional with a proven track record in deputy management roles · Ability to step up and lead with warmth and empathy, ensuring smooth operations even in the manager's absence. · A hunger for growth, eagerness to learn and eventually lead as one of our future store managers · Customer service is your passion, organisation your strength – ensuring every customer experience is exceptional. · Strong communication skills and a commitment to our company values are a must. What you will do: · Operational Store Excellence- Ensure adherence to store processes, regulations, and KPIs while supporting the Store Manager in analysing and improving results. · Customer Engagement- Ensure your team enrich customers' experiences with personalised advice and uphold a welcoming, tidy store atmosphere. · Leadership- Empower your team's growth and engagement through supportive leadership, training, and a culture of trust and respect. · Merchandising and Inventory- Ensure impeccably stocked shelves, use of correct planograms, ensuring accurate inventory management. · Brand Integrity - Ensuring that the animals entrusted to us are well cared for at all times, and that the welfare of the animal comes first. Maxi Zoo Ireland advocates responsible pet ownership. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Payroll Administrator
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare Company Pension Comprehensive Induction process Continuous Professional Development Fantastic development & career opportunities Life Assurance/Death-in-Service Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave Education Assistance Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Working hours over a 7-day roster involving shift work Bike to work Scheme. Refer/Retain a friend bonus. Discounts with Retailers - Nationwide We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above positions. The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role. Job Objectives We are seeking applications for the role of a Payroll Processor. The role will involve the responsibility for maintaining all payroll data on the payroll system (starters, leavers, changes of data, hours, holidays, bonus, sickness, pension entitlements) for employees across all departments and would typically suit candidates with a keen interest in administration, attention to detail and organisation skills. This will include the following on a day-to-day basis: ▪ Managing all payroll and compensation statutory requirements, to ensure compliance with Revenue Commissioner requirements and internal reporting needs ▪ Detailed knowledge of PAYE, PRSI, USC, BIK, CSO reporting, returns and interface with Revenue Commissioners ▪ Ensuring month-end and year-end payroll returns are completed accurately and submitted to Revenue and pension providers in a timely manner ▪ Responding to and resolving employee wage queries in a timely manner ▪ Ability to set own high standards of performance and delivering desired results to strict deadlines ▪ Proactively suggest ways (and challenge) to automate / streamline existing processes, reduce duplication, eliminate unnecessary admin tasks, make better use of information systems ▪ Adherence to Nua Healthcare Services client confidentiality policies at all times The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder will be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post. Skills Requirement Qualification: IPASS qualified (Level 6) or equivalent ▪ Qualification in business related discipline Knowledge: ▪ Strong experience of using Intelligo Megapay system ▪ Knowledge & experience of Softworks and/or other Time & Attendance systems Experience: Minimum of 4-5 years pay roll experience in a similar role Skills: ▪ Experience in dealing with various salary scales and types ▪ High volume experience in a fast-paced dynamic environment ▪ Excellent attention to detail ▪ Ability to effectively and concisely communicate with team members, management, external contractors, and any other key business relationships. Excellent overall demeanour. ▪ An ability to empathise with and understand the needs of others. ▪ A strong desire to be ones best. ▪ Excellent organisational skills / self-motivated / self-starter. ▪ Excellent verbal, written communication, and IT skills. ▪ Willingness to work as part of a multi-departmental team. ▪ Willingness to learn. ▪ Dedicated, reliability and flexible approach to work. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Social Care Administrator
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Social & Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above positions. The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role. Candidates must be highly motivated and creative, with a passion for engaging with Service Users on a daily basis. Candidates will contribute to enriching the lives of our Service Users. Job Objectives We are seeking applications for the role of a Social Care Administrator. The role will involve completing administrational duties in Nua’s Residential Homes on a part time/ Full time basis and would typically suit candidates with a keen interest in administration, attention to detail and organisation skills. This is an excellent role for an Administrator to begin a career within the social & healthcare industry as full training will be provided to the successful candidate. This will include the following on a day-to-day basis: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Assistant Support Worker & Social Care Worker
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Warehouse Operative
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. Are you a warehouse operative looking for a challenge, high energy and love learning every day? We are looking for Warehouse Operatives who are ambitious and match our values (performance, trust, respect, grounded and belonging). What you'll do • Two different shifts available: Day shift; 6am-4pm & Night shift; 10pm-6am• Maintain the uninterrupted flow of goods in and out of our regional distribution centre• Instructing the lorry drivers regarding use of lanes, and sorting the incoming stock• Quality inspection and quantitative counting of incoming stock (e.g. temperature measurement)• Recording all additional relevant data (e.g. best before date, pallet height)• Labelling every pallet with the number of the despatch unit• Always maintain health and safety standards What you'll need Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.10 • €18.88 (Unsocial Hours) • €22.65 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.20 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €15.70• €19.63 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.55 (Overtime/Sundays) • €31.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.40 • €20.50 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.60 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.40 • €21.75 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €34.80 (Bank Holiday) 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.
Warehouse Operative
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. Are you a warehouse operative looking for a challenge, high energy and love learning every day? We are looking for Warehouse Operatives who are ambitious and match our values (performance, trust, respect, grounded and belonging). You’ll be picking in all of our different product categories. We can provide set days off to support your work life balance and a training plan which will get you up to speed. We rely heavily on your input and effort and in return you’ll receive a competitive hourly rate! What you'll do Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.10 • €18.88 (Unsocial Hours) • €22.65 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.20 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €15.70• €19.63 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.55 (Overtime/Sundays) • €31.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.40 • €20.50 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.60 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.40 • €21.75 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €34.80 (Bank Holiday) 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.
NAAS---, Radiographer, Clinical Specialist
Radiographer, Clinical Specialist (CT) Naas General Hospital There is currently 1 permanent whole-time vacancy available in the Radiology Department, Naas General Hospital. A panel may be created from this campaign for Naas General Hospital from which current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full time or part time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Lisa Hanrahan Radiography Services Manager Tel: 045 849807 E-mail: lisa.hanrahan@hse.ie 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: Olivia Girvin HR Recruitment Officer HSE Dublin and Midlands Email: Olivia.Girvin@hse.ie Tel: 087 957 4869 Purpose of the Post The post of Radiographer Clinical Specialist CT has a pivotal role in service planning, coordinating, and managing activity and allocated resources within the CT unit. The main responsibilities are: ensuring high quality CT examinations whilst optimising patient throughput, scheduling workflow, staff training and development, facilitating communication and professional/clinical leadership. The Clinical Specialist Radiographer CT will be primarily responsible for ensuring that CT investigations are performed to a high standard of technical quality in a caring and efficient manner and in line with established guidelines and operating procedures. The post holder must function integrally within the Radiology Department and support the department management in achieving any necessary changes/ improvements Eligibility Criteria 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. a) Candidates for appointment must: i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Radiography Division of the Radiographers Register maintained by the Radiographers Registration Board at CORU. (https://www.coru.ie/) And ii) Have 6 years fulltime (or an aggregate of 6 years) post qualification clinical experience. 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 Radiography Division of the Radiographers Register maintained by the Radiographers Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. And v) Possess a recognised post-graduate qualification in Computerised Tomography (CT) 2. Annual Registration (i) On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the relevant division of the Radiographers Register maintained by the Radiographers 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). 3. 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. 4. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character.
General Operative
Your Recipe For a Rewarding Career Starts Here! Why Dawn Farms? We can offer an excellent opportunity to be part of a world-class team offering permanent, full-time positions with set hours and plenty of opportunity for further training, development and career opportunities should you wish to progress further. Our culture is one of inclusiveness and diversity with a constant drive and focus for continuous improvement throughout our business. Our production plants are located in Naas, Co Kildare with easy access via public transport. About Us Dawn Farms is the largest dedicated supplier of cooked meat and plant-based ingredients and fermented products outside of the US supplying world leading brands across more than 44 markets from our two state of the art plant facilities based in Naas. We also have manufacturing facilities in the UK and Germany. Dawn Farms is one of the largest employers in Naas, Co Kildare with a strong culture of diversity and inclusion. Job Purpose Dawn Farms is currently seeking for General Operatives to join our Production Teams. You will play an integral part of the team in ensuring the highest level of hygiene, food safety and health and safety standards are met. Positions: Full-Time Location: Naas, Co. Kildare. Salary: €13.50 - €17.55 per hour (overtime opportunities available) Role Responsibilities & Duties
Multitask Attendant
Remuneration The Salary scale for the post as of 01/08/2025 is: €35,788 €37,252 €38,794 €39,204 €40,211 €41,082 €42,336 €43,636 €44,984 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Purpose of the Post The aim of the Catering Department is to provide the best possible services to the hospital. You will be working as part of a highly motivated team to maintain a safe, clean environment and so deliver a quality and efficient service to the patients and staff, therefore facilitating a smooth throughput of meals. To carry out multi-task attendant roles relevant to the post, in compliance with HSE and local hospital policy, procedure, protocol and guidelines. To assist in the care given to all patients, clients, relatives and visitors to be treated with respect and dignity, in a manner which is confidential. Ensure a safe and clean environment is maintained at all times. Principal Duties and Responsibilities CATERING General Accountability: • Maintain the highest personal hygiene and adhere to prescribed dress code and behaviour. • Provide a quality service of food and beverage to both patients & staff throughout the hospital. • Demonstrate behaviour consistent with the values of the hospital. • Will participate in the implementation of any new agreed health strategies or agreements. Specific Accountability: Hygiene: • To maintain high standards of personal hygiene and appearance at all times. • To ensure that high standards of food hygiene, health and safety are adhered to. • Carry out cleaning duties as per cleaning schedule or as requested to do so by Catering Management. • Be aware and practice basic food hygiene. • Maintain hygiene and good housekeeping in accordance with the Catering Department policy. • This will include the cleaning of areas such as serveries and its floors, spot cleaning of walls throughout the department. Dishwashing and cleaning of equipment and utensils to ensure the department is kept in a clean and tidy manner. • To conform with health and hygiene regulations throughout the Catering Department in line with HACCP. Service: • Provide a quality service and assist with the preparation and service of all meals. • Stock and prepare counters, ward pantries and night vending (Service includes dining room, patient service areas and special functions throughout the hospital). • The plating/service of patient’s meals. • Account and register all sales of food and beverages. • Assist the chefs as required. • Fill requisitions for wards. • To be flexible and adaptable to all changes that may take place within the Department. • To carry out additional duties as requested by Catering Management. • To be vigilant at all times for potential hazards. Ward Pantry Hygiene: • Be aware of and practice good food hygiene at all times. • Maintain a high level of cleanliness within the ward pantries and carry out cleaning procedures as outlined in cleaning schedules. • Ensure trollies, trays, shelving, presses, work tops are sanitized regularly. • Maintain the highest standard of personal hygiene and adhere to prescribed policies on dress code and behaviour at all times. Patient Service: • Maintain a prompt and efficient food delivery service to patients. • Convey accurately to management patient’s comments in respect to the quality and service of food. • Set trays, serve and wash trays, crockery, cutlery and glasses after use. • Supply fresh water, clean glasses and jugs as required. • Operate the specialist equipment within the ward pantry and undertake the associated temperature monitoring, recording and control procedures associated with HACCP principles. Alert management to any incorrect readings or incidents of poor food quality in order that remedial actions can be taken. • Prepare requisitions for dry goods, communicate this information to the central Catering Department and collect as scheduled. • Special requests from Ward Manager (i.e. catering for visitors/bereaved family members). • Take ward requests, i.e. special diets. • To maintain a flexible approach to performance of duties as specified and within the scope of all areas designated within the department. • Carry out cleaning duties within Catering Department as designated by Catering Manager i.e. cleaning schedules. • Attend training courses as required. • Any other duties, which may be necessary from time to time in line with above subject to negotiation and agreement. Health and Safety: • Adhere to hospital Infection control and health and safety procedures at all times. • Report to management all accidents, incidents and any unsafe conditions and practices. 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 to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/or Experience Candidates must have at the latest date of application: Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Possess the relevant QQI Further Education and Training (FET) Level 5 Certificate in Health Service Skills. OR (ii) FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support. OR (iii) A relevant healthcare qualification. OR (iv) Be currently employed as an Attendant, Multi-Task or a comparable role and be willing to undertake a QQI/FET Level 5 programme in Health Service skills or equivalent. AND Candidates must have the personal competence and capacity to properly discharge the duties of the role. Health Candidates 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 Candidates must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements Please demonstrate depth and breadth of experience as relevant to the role. Skills, Competencies and/or Knowledge • Experience of dealing with the public in a busy environment. • Attention to detail • Discretion • Diplomacy • Flexibility • Good organisational & planning skills • Willingness to continue with further education • Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment • Ability to carry out procedures in a timely manner in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures Ability to demonstrate: • Effective communication skills including the ability to represent information in a clear and concise manner. • Effective interpersonal skills • Initiative and ability to take on new projects • Importance of assuring high standards • Good team working skills Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting/Interview A ranking and/or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and/or 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. Therefore, it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview. Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The Code of Practice sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity and fairness might be applied on a principle basis. The Code also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants on matters relating to their application when requested, and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process and review in relation to allegations of a breach of the Code of Practice. Additional information on the HSE’s review process is available in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, Information for Candidates”. Tenure There is 2 Whole-time Permanent post available. The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointment) Act 2004. Working Week The standard working week applying to the post is to be confirmed at Job Offer stage. HSE Circular 003-2009 “Matching Working Patterns to Service Needs (Extended Working Day/Week Arrangements); Framework for Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016” applies. Under the terms of this circular, all new entrants and staff appointed to promotional posts from Dec 16th 2008 will be required to work agreed roster/on call arrangements as advised by their line manager. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8am–8pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at job offer stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Protection of Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 As this post is one of those designated under the Protection of Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998, appointment to this post appoints one as a designated officer in accordance with Section 2 of the Act. You will remain a designated officer for the duration of your appointment to your current post or for the duration of your appointment to such other post as is included in the categories specified in the Ministerial Direction. You will receive full information on your responsibilities under the Act on appointment. Infection Control Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: • Developing a SSSS for the department/service, as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. • Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. • Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. • Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. • Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures. • Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. • Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings. Note: Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS.
Parliamentary Reporter (Bilingual – Irish and English)
Role and Responsibilities Parliamentary Reporters work in the Debates Office of the Houses of the Oireachtas which is responsible for producing the Official Report of the proceedings of Dáil Éireann, Seanad Éireann and the various Oireachtas committees. The work involves attendance in the Chambers of both Houses and committee rooms, logging proceedings and producing the report from the digital audio sound recording on the in-house bespoke debates authoring system using direct inputting and technologies such as voice recognition software. Ancillary tasks include the collation and production of replies to written parliamentary questions, revision/proofing of copy, indexing and other project-related work. The Debates Office is a dynamic environment with a dedicated, highly qualified and motivated staff who take immense pride in their work. Staff participate in a number of international professional networks across parliaments and legislatures, including the British Irish Parliamentary Reporting Association, which is dedicated to attaining and maintaining the highest standards of parliamentary reporting. The position requires an ability to work effectively under pressure to meet agreed deadlines in submitting copy to the Editor of Debates for publication on the Oireachtas website in HTML, XML, and PDF formats. During the parliamentary session, Parliamentary Reporters typically work late into the evening on certain rosters. Candidates should be aware late working is an essential element of the job during Parliamentary Sittings. The key responsibilities of the Parliamentary Reporter are as follows: • Reporting proceedings of Parliament for publication. • Attendance in the Chambers of both Houses and committee rooms. • Logging proceedings and producing the Official Report from the digital audio sound recording using direct inputting and voice recognition software on an in-house bespoke debates authoring system. • Ancillary tasks include the collation and production of replies to written parliamentary questions, revision/proofing of copy, indexing, and other project-related work. • Knowledge gathering and information sharing with other offices and staff throughout the Service. • Trialling of new technologies as required to enhance reporting and the production of the Official Report. • Participation in cross sectional and external fora as required. • Any other duties assigned by the editorial team. Please note: This list is not exhaustive but serves to reflect the type of duties included in the role. Other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the role may be assigned by the Service as required. This role is subject to change in line with the business requirements or political reforms of the Service, as is the case with any other civil service position in the organisation. The principal reporting relationship is with the Editor of Debates. The Parliamentary Reporter will also work closely with other Parliamentary Reporters, Editors and Administrative Staff. The work of a Parliamentary Reporter at times requires contact with Deputies, Senators and other Oireachtas or departmental staff. Panel A Parliamentary Reporter (English) panel may be formed from this competition from which future permanent, part-time and temporary positions, should they arise, may be filled by candidates who successfully meet the requirements of the role. A Bilingual (Irish and English) Parliamentary Reporter panel may also be formed for candidates who can demonstrate excellent reporting/editorial skills in both Irish and English. Candidates may apply to be on an English only panel, a bilingual (Irish & English) panel, or both. Essential Qualifications Eligible candidates must, by the closing date for applications, have: An educational qualification of minimum Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) or international equivalent in a relevant subject. Essential Work Experience Eligible candidates must, by the closing date for applications, have: Academic or employment experience of value to the post which should ideally involve published work, production of reports, theses and so on. Essential Competencies Candidates must have and be able to demonstrate the six key competencies identified for effective performance at the role’s level: Parliamentary Reporter / Administrative Officer Level Leadership Potential • Is flexible and willing to adapt, positively contributing to the implementation of change • Contributes to the development of policies in own area and the broader Department/Organisation • Seeks to understand the implications of taking a particular position on issues and how interdependencies need to be addressed in a logical and consistent way • Maximises the contribution of the team, encouraging ownership, providing support and working effectively with others • Formulates a perspective on issues considered important and actively contributes across a range of settings Analysis and Decision Making • Is skilled in policy analysis and development, challenging the established wisdom and adopting an open-minded approach • Quickly gets up to speed in a complex situation, rapidly absorbing all relevant information/data (written and oral) • Uses numerical data skilfully to understand and evaluate business issues • Identifies key themes and patterns in and across different sources of information, drawing sound and balanced conclusions • Sees the logical implications of taking a particular position on an issue • Is resourceful and creative, generating original approaches when solving problems and making decisions Delivery of Results • Assumes personal responsibility for and delivers on agreed objectives/goals • Manages and progresses multiple projects and work activities successfully • Accurately estimates time parameters for projects and manages own time efficiently, anticipating obstacles and making contingencies for overcoming these • Maintains a strong focus on meeting the needs of customers at all times • Ensures all outputs are delivered to a high standard and in an efficient manner • Uses resources effectively, at all times challenging processes to improve efficiencies Interpersonal and Communication Skills • Communicates in a fluent, logical, clear and convincing manner verbally and in writing • Is able to listen effectively and develop a two-way dialogue quickly • Maintains a strong focus on meeting the needs of internal and external customers • Effectively influences others to take action • Works to establish mutual understanding to allow for collaborative working • Works effectively Drive and Commitment to Public Service Values • Consistently strives to perform at a high level • Maintains consistent effort under pressure and is resilient to criticism or setbacks at work • Demonstrates high levels of initiative, taking ownership for projects and demonstrating self sufficiency • Is personally trustworthy and can be relied upon • Places the citizen at the heart of all process and systems • Upholds the highest standards of honesty, ethics and integrity Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Clearly understands the role, objectives and targets and how they fit into the work of the unit and Department/Organisation • Develops the expertise necessary to carry out the role to a high standard and shares this with others • Is proactive in keeping up to date on issues and key developments that may impact on own area, the Department and/or wider public service • Consistently reviews own performance and sets self challenging goals and targets • Has significant expertise in his/her field that is recognised and utilised by colleagues Essential Requirements Candidates must possess and be able to demonstrate: An excellent knowledge of the English language and excellent reporting/editorial skills.* An excellent knowledge of the Irish language and excellent reporting/editorial skills, if applying for the bilingual (Irish & English) panel* An excellent knowledge of current affairs, national and international. An excellent knowledge of contemporary Irish politics. Working knowledge of modern Irish history. Proficiency in ICT, particularly in the use of Microsoft Office applications. The requisite knowledge and skills to fulfil the duties assigned, including the ability to manage and deliver results, drive and commitment, interpersonal communications, team working and strong information technology/keyboard skills. *All eligible candidates will be required to undergo a written assessment of their editorial skills and those who apply for the bilingual (Irish & English) panel will also complete a similar assessment in Irish. Desirable Requirements • Knowledge of parliamentary procedures. • Excellent keyboard and/or touch-typing 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 Member 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 non-eligibility). 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 eligible 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 re-employment 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). Department of Environment, Community & Local Government (Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013) The Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013 introduced a Voluntary Redundancy Scheme for Local Authorities. In accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants dated 28 June 2012 as detailed above, it is a specific condition of that VER Scheme that persons will not be eligible for re-employment in any Public Service body [as defined by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Acts 2009 – 2011 and the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012] for a period of 2 years from their date of departure under this Scheme. These conditions also apply in the case of engagement/employment on a contract for service basis (either as a contractor or as an employee of a contractor). Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment. Principal Conditions of Service General The appointment is to a permanent post in the Civil Service and is subject to the Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956 to 2005, the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Civil Service. Salary The Parliamentary Transcriber PPC salary scale for the position is as follows (rates effective from 1 August 2025): 1 €45,034 2 €48,125 3 €49,412 4 €51,705 5 €54,068 6 €56,818 7 €59,605 8 €62,415 9 €65,230 10 €68,036 11 €70,844 12 €73,676 NMAX 13 €76,176 LSI1 14 €78,671 LSI2 Personal Pension Contribution (PPC) The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Long service increments may be payable after 3 (LSI1) and 6 (LSI2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Different terms and conditions may apply, if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is already a serving Civil Servant or Public Servant. Subject to satisfactory performance increments may be payable in line with current Government Policy. Statutory deductions from salary will be made as appropriate by the Service. You will agree that any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses will be repaid by you in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members/Former Staff Members/Pensioners. Tenure and Probation The appointment is to a permanent position on a probationary contract in the Civil Service. The probationary contract will be for a period of one year from the date specified on the contract. During the period of your probationary contract, your performance will be subject to review by your supervisor(s) to determine whether you: (i) have performed in a satisfactory manner, (ii) have been satisfactory in general conduct, and (iii) are suitable from the point of view of health with particular regard to sick leave. Prior to the completion of the probationary contract a decision will be made as to whether or not you will be retained pursuant to section 5A (2) of the Civil Service Regulation Act 1956 as amended. This decision will be based on your performance assessed against the criteria set out in (i) to (iii) above. The detail of the probationary process will be explained to you by the Houses of the Oireachtas Service and you will be given a copy of the Department of Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform’s guidelines on probation. Notwithstanding the preceding paragraphs in this section, the probationary contract may be terminated at any time prior to the expiry of the term of the contract by either side in accordance with the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, 1973 to 2005. In the following circumstances your contract may be extended and your probation period suspended. • The probationary period stands suspended when an employee is absent due to Maternity or Adoptive Leave. • In relation to an employee absent on Parental Leave or Carers Leave, the employer may require probation to be suspended if the absence is not considered to be consistent with the continuation of the probation, and • Any other statutory provision providing that probation shall – (i) stand suspended during an employee’s absence from work, and (ii) be completed by the employee on the employee’s return from work after such absence. Where probation is suspended the employer should notify the employee of the circumstances relating to the suspension. All appointees will serve a one-year probationary period. If an appointee who fails to satisfy the conditions of probation has been a serving civil servant immediately prior to their appointment from this competition, the issue of reversion will normally arise. In the event of reversion, an officer will return to a vacancy in their former grade in their former Department. Unfair Dismissals Acts 1977-2015 The Unfair Dismissals Acts 1977–2015 will not apply to the termination of this employment by reason only of the expiry of this probationary contract without it being renewed. Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 The terms of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 will, where appropriate, apply to this appointment. 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. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be as fixed from time to time under section 23 of the Staff of the Houses of The Oireachtas Act, 1959. At present they amount to 41 hours and 15 minutes gross (35 net hours) per week. Flexibility is required with regard to late-night working and extra attendance, which is required from time to time arising from the exigencies of the Houses of the Oireachtas Service.
