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About This Role: As a Retail Sales Consultant at eir, you will be a face of our brand—engaging with customers to understand their needs and providing tailored broadband and mobile solutions that exceed expectations. In this dynamic retail role, every interaction is an opportunity to represent eir’s values, grow our customer base, and contribute to the success of your store. Enjoy earning a monthly salary along with additional earnings from our attractive commission structure. If you’re a people person with a passion for tech and a drive to hit targets, we’d love to hear from you. Why This Role: This is more than just a retail job—it’s your chance to build a career in an exciting and fast-paced industry. As a Retail Sales Consultant , you’ll: · Deliver outstanding customer service. · Work in a target-driven environment that rewards achievement. · Be part of a team where your input is valued and your success is celebrated. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a busy setting and enjoys sales and working with people. You'll receive full training, so even if you’re new to telecoms, you’ll be set up for success. Benefits include · Earn your annual salary of €28,798 + Attractive commission structure! · Continuous support, learning and opportunities for advancement. · Enhanced earning potential through various staff incentives. · Staff offer. · Free eir Wellness Programme & Employee Assistance Programme. · €500 Employee Referral Scheme. · Discounted healthcare plan. · Pension scheme contribution. · 22 days annual leave. · Generous family friendly policies, including fertility, pregnancy loss, menopause and others. · Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion. · Paid leave benefits incl. maternity and sick leave benefits. · Tax saver tickets and bike to work scheme. Expectations From The Role: As a Retail Sales Consultant , your key responsibilities will include: · Customer Engagement: Build rapport with customers, understand their needs, and recommend the most suitable mobile and broadband solutions. · Sales Delivery: Consistently meet or exceed individual sales targets while contributing to the store’s overall performance. · Customer Experience: Handle queries and issues efficiently, ensuring every customer leaves satisfied. · Store Operations: Support daily administrative tasks, including stock control, data entry, and cash handling. · Product & Policy Knowledge: Stay up-to-date with eir’s product offerings, promotions, and store policies to ensure accurate and compliant service delivery. · Market Awareness: Keep informed of competitor offerings so you can provide customers with the most competitive and relevant information. Flexibility is essential—you’ll be required to work evenings and weekends in line with store trading hours. Requirements For A Successful Application: Knowledge, skills and abilities · Confidence in engaging with a variety of customers and understanding their needs. · Clear, effective communication skills with a strong ability to explain products and services. · A positive, target-driven mindset with a passion for providing great service. · Interest in mobile phones, broadband, and emerging technologies. Qualifications · 1–2 years of experience in retail or sales is desirable, but relevant life experience will also be considered. · A strong customer focus and a proactive attitude are key to success in this role. Others: At eir, we’re all about building connections—whether that’s through our products or our people. Working here means being part of a team that’s passionate about customer experience and driven by results. If you're looking for a role where you can grow your career, develop your leadership skills, and make a real impact—this is the place for you. eir reserves the right to conduct appropriate suitability checks in relation to prospective employees including but not limited to reference checking and/or other searches using publicly available information. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs. #eirforall. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Lean & Sustainability Graduate
Your recipe for a rewarding career starts here! About Us Established in 1985, Dawn Farms is a family-owned company and the largest dedicated supplier of cooked meat and plant-based ingredients and fermented and dried sausage products outside of the US. The company currently supplies world-leading food brands across more than 44 markets, including the UK, Europe, Asia and Africa. With over 1,000 employees we are committed to meeting the needs of our customers in a safe, innovative and sustainable way, all while strengthening the communities where they live and work. Job Purpose Dawn Farms is currently seeking an Lean & Sustainability Graduate to join our Sustainability Department to be based in our state of the art production facilities in Naas, Co. Kildare . The Lean & Sustainability Graduate will support the delivery of continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives across the business, using lean business tools and theories. The role will focus on eliminating waste, improving flow and efficiency, strengthening standard work, and supporting environmental performance within a regulated food manufacturing environment. Working closely with cross‑functional teams, the graduate will contribute to building a strong culture of continuous improvement while ensuring that food safety, quality, and health & safety requirements are consistently upheld. Positions: Full-Time, Fixed Term 2 years. Location: Naas, Co. Kildare, Ireland. Salary: DOE Working Hours: 39 hours per week, Mon. - Fri. (some flexibility required) Role Responsibilities & Duties: 'Dawn Farm Foods Ltd. is an equal opprtunities employer'
Duty Manager
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the store operates efficiently and effectively and provide our customers with the very best customer service and fresh food offering at all times in a clean, safe environment. To deliver on key store targets (sales and profitability) through effective management of people and operations. The ideal candidate will have/be: Minimum 2 years€,, experience in a management position; Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); Experience balancing cash/tills; Excellent communication skills; Good delegation skills; Highly driven with a strong work ethic; An understanding of how to achieve KPIs and targets; Commerciality and brand awareness; Passion for grocery retail; Thrive in a fast-paced working environment. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative; Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Manager; Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store; Merchandise and present the store to the highest standard; Approachable and a role model who leads by example and encourages teamwork and fosters a positive attitude and atmosphere in the workplace; Ability to develop and promote good communication between employees and management in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment; Support Store Manager in the development and training of the team and in ensuring the smooth running of the store; Manage employee performance, giving regular feedback, recognition and encouragement; Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy; Understand achieving margins in all departments; Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working;
Design Engineer
We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports. Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth. We are passionate about empowering our people, enabling them to make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. We are guided by a shared vision and purpose, grounded in values that define who we are and shape how we work, where we deliver for customers and communities, we work better together, we do the right thing, we aim high, and we keep each other safe. Our behaviours define how we interact, communicate, and succeed together. These values and behaviours apply to each one of us, across every role, location, and level. Our goal is to attract and develop skilled and talented people from diverse backgrounds, who bring a dynamic range of expertise and insights to our work. With a strong, values-driven workforce, we ensure Uisce Éireann can continue advancing Ireland’s water services and meeting the needs of the communities we serve for generations to come. The Role: Customer Operations develop, deliver and support excellent customer experience and service to both domestic and non-domestic customers within a regulated industry. Customer Operations is responsible for managing the customer relationship with the Customer Contact Centre, ensuring timely and accurate customer billing services and effectively implementing the Uisce Éireann customer strategy. Connections and Developer Services (CDS) are responsible for the customer engagement and stakeholder relationship management of all connections to the Uisce Éireann network. The CDS team manage the customer journey from development concept design, statutory planning process, pre-connection, technical design, site quality assurance, vesting of new asset and final connection and metering, including developing commercial/technical customer agreements, and managing customer funding in adherence to all technical standards, connection charging policy and governance requirements. CDS are responsible for delivering a highly effective customer service, including reviewing, and implementing solutions to meet changing customer needs. Collaboration with several key business partners is essential for the successful delivery of connections on behalf of the customer. Reporting into the Senior Design Engineer, The Design Engineer will be responsible for assessment of pre-connection enquiries, the design vetting of new connection technical solutions, ensuring compliance with the Connection and Developer Services technical requirements and the development of Connection Offers. The Design Engineer’s responsibilities will include preliminary design of connections, estimating and creating non-standard Connections quotes and ensuring that connection proposals are aligned with the Uisce Éireann Connection and Developer Services design policies and technical standards. The Design Engineer will also provide support to the delivery of connections-related network reinforcement schemes driven by connections demand and in the delivery of network diversions. Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Water Network Maintenance & Repair Team Lead
We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports. Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth. We are passionate about empowering our people, enabling them to make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. We are guided by a shared vision and purpose, grounded in values that define who we are and shape how we work, where we deliver for customers and communities, we work better together, we do the right thing, we aim high, and we keep each other safe. Our behaviours define how we interact, communicate, and succeed together. These values and behaviours apply to each one of us, across every role, location, and level. Our goal is to attract and develop skilled and talented people from diverse backgrounds, who bring a dynamic range of expertise and insights to our work. With a strong, values-driven workforce, we ensure Uisce Éireann can continue advancing Ireland’s water services and meeting the needs of the communities we serve for generations to come. The Role: The Asset Operations function forms the cornerstone of service delivery to customers, protecting the environment and meeting regulatory standards as well as managing the majority of operational expenditure. The Asset Operations function has responsibility for operational and maintenance strategy, policies, planning and standard operating procedures for Water and Wastewater operations both nationally and regionally, ensuring that value for money and customer service is delivered. The O&M team is responsible for the national delivery of water and wastewater operational services through the operation, inspection, maintenance & repair of the water and wastewater treatment and network assets. The Regional O&M Team has a regional remit and is responsible for the regional operational management of water or wastewater treatment and network assets and the associated delivery of water/wastewater services through operational, maintenance and repair activities, while managing health and safety. The team is also responsible for the implementation of the regional operations, maintenance and repair plan that forms part of the national operations, maintenance and repair plan, contributing to the development, management, implementation and approval of same. Managing change and transformation activities is a key aspect of this team's responsibility particularly in the initial phases as the regional operations team splits into separate water and wastewater teams and ways of working are standardised. Reporting to the Water Network Operations Manager, the Water Network Maintenance and Repair Team Lead has a remit over a geographical area and is responsible for overseeing planned and reactive maintenance and repair activities across the network infrastructure in a safe manner. The Network M&R Team Lead will be responsible for leading, supporting and developing a team of Network M&R Operatives and provide them with the necessary direction and skills in order to ensure the provision of maintenance and repair services across the water network. Out of hours working will be required and appropriate standby rates will apply. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Operational Responsibilities: • Responsible for leading and managing the performance of a team of network operatives across the across the water infrastructure and to provide them with the necessary direction and skills in order to ensure the provision of services in a geographical area. • Ensure data capture on issues that are relevant to contribute to the development of operational, maintenance and repair plans. • Responsible for the management and replacement of failed or failing assets e.g. repairs of bursts and leaks, water mains replacements, customer boundary box, valves, hydrants, meters, short pipe lengths, booster pumps and all ancillary equipment, in order to deliver consistent customer service. This will include the management of any contractors employed to assist in such works. • Manage and organise the maintenance and repair of newly commissioned / upgraded assets as required by undertaking appropriate site training and supporting adequate resourcing. • Develop the skills of team members through provision of coaching and training in all aspects of the operation of relevant works. • Safeguard the team works in accordance with defined levels of operational competence, hygiene code of practice, health and safety requirements and legislation, QA systems and standard operating procedures using the technology systems provided while ensuring all information is accurately reported and promptly recorded for audit purposes. • Responsible for undertaking and reviewing administrative tasks, including the review of timesheets, work orders, H&S records and inventory management using the technology systems provided. • Participate where required in the application of Road Opening Licences and liaising with Operation Support Team of provision of information necessary. This will include any follow ups measures as required including the management of temporary & permanent reinstatement. • Contribute to the development of task schedules and standard operating procedures for the provision of network services that maximise quality of output, efficiency and support the adoption of processes. • Responsible for monitoring and reporting KPIs for processes over which they have ownership. • Participate in out of hours and standby working as required. Budget Management: • Responsible for the management of costs associated with the Network Maintenance & Repair team. • Co-ordinate the effective and efficient use of budgetary resources including inventory management, through team meetings, productivity management, utilisation of vehicles and euipment (both fleet or hired), implementation of work tasks and monitoring of water network operations. Customer and Incident Management: • Manage proactive and reactive activities to deliver consistent customer service. • Responsible for the investigation of complaints regarding water services including various internal and external stakeholder engagement. • Responsible for inputting updates into the Uisce Éireann outage management system including various internal and external stakeholder engagement as required. • Support in the coordination of incident and emergency response, ensuring all health and safety standards are met and pollution classifications are consistent, in conjunction with the Pollution Control Coordinator. Health and Safety: • Ensure all health and safety inductions are completed and that all equipment is provided, appropriate to the job and necessary calibrations periodically. • Responsible for the implementation of the Construction Regulations including undertaking of duties assigned under the Regulations, as per Uisce Éireann policies, safety statements and plans. Oversee policy implementation and best practice standards including safe working practices. • Ensure all health and safety and procedures are adhered to including traffic management plans, risk assessments (Safe System of Work Plan), use of PPE etc. • Responsible for ensuring personnel have relevant safety skills, training and associated documentation, including Safe Pass cards and, where relevant, Construction Skills Certificate cards • Identify hazards and assess risks for Operational areas of responsibility. • Carry out any other duties deemed necessary and / or required which your line manager may reasonably request. General Duties and Responsibilities: • Collaboration with key internal stakeholders across the UÉ business • Responsible for promoting and delivering health and safety commitments across UÉ and its supply chain, reinforcing positive behaviours and delivering health and safety objectives and requirements to the highest industry standards. • Support the delivery of the Uisce Éireann Transformation Programme, driving results required within the Directorate and supporting organisation-wide objectives. • Provide visible leadership for your team, coaching and developing them to achieve their full potential and deliver business objectives, promoting collaboration and highlighting the behaviours that are expected from everyone in the team. • Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with Uisce Éireann’s Information Security policies, standards, processes and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of UÉ business information, and delivery of critical services, in accordance with the NIS Directive and any other relevant cybersecurity regulation. • Other duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Experience: • Secondary education or equivalent work experience • Minimum of 3 years direct relevant experience of working in a similar role within water network & maintenance repair service • Full, clean and valid Irish category B driving licence is minimum requirement. Additional Driving License categories an advantage. A clean driving licence is defined as meaning that the applicant has not been convicted of an offence under the Road Traffic Acts (other than an offence for which the penalty is the imposition of penalty points) • FETAC level 5 / QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate or equivalent – Craft in apprenticeship such as: Craft of Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitting is desirable. • We work better together-Team Leader skills including capability of building a high performing team and of developing people to realise their full potential and achieve results through effective coaching, delegation, and support. • Effective communication skills, to engage with a broad range of internal stakeholders and front-line employees. • Computing skills i.e., ability to create and interpret spreadsheets and databases. • An understanding of key network infrastructure (e.g., Control Valves, Pumps etc.) is an advantage. • An understanding of Trunk Main operations, Network Management, DMA Operability etc is an advantage. • We keep each other safe-experience / understanding of working within a strong health & safety culture. • We aim high-specialist skills and in-depth knowledge in water treatment and/or the maintaining and repairing of water abstraction and treatment assets is an advantage. • Experience of managing and controlling costs is an advantage. • Knowledge of managing process compliance is an advantage CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
S&I Graduate
Your recipe for a rewarding career starts here! About Us Established in 1985, Dawn Farms is a family-owned company and the largest dedicated supplier of cooked meat and plant-based ingredients and fermented and dried sausage products outside of the US. The company currently supplies world-leading food brands across more than 44 markets, including the UK, Europe, Asia and Africa. With over 1,000 employees we are committed to meeting the needs of our customers in a safe, innovative and sustainable way, all while strengthening the communities where they live and work. Job Purpose Dawn Farms is currently seeking an S&I Graduate to join our Science & Innovation Department to be based in our state of the art production facilities in Naas, Co. Kildare . The Science & Innovation (S&I) Graduate will play a key role in planning and testing new ideas, contributing to the growth of the business across different innovation platforms and markets. This position offers exposure to state-of-the-art food research and manufacturing, as well as diverse protein product development and applications. Candidates will work in a team environment and are expected to have a passion for science and technology, with knowledge in Chemistry, Nutrition, Process Engineering, and Food Science. This multidisciplinary role involves learning new techniques, conducting practical experiments/trials, and handling multiple assignments within the S&I team. Positions: Full-Time, Fixed Term 2 years. Location: Naas, Co. Kildare, Ireland. Salary: DOE Working Hours: 39 hours per week, Mon. - Fri. (some flexibility required) Role Responsibilities & Duties: 'Dawn Farm Foods Ltd. is an equal opprtunities employer'
Executive Assistant
The Role Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. We are seeking an experienced candidate for a specified purpose post of Executive Assistant to join our team in the Department. The person appointed will have a proven record of administrative work to support a range of activities relating to the work of the Department. The role will involve a broad range of administrative duties in support of the Department’s activities. We are seeking a person with excellent organisational, administrative and IT skills, and extensive experience of working in a busy office environment. The candidate must be able to demonstrate an ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines on their own initiative. The person must be discreet, trustworthy and capable of dealing with confidential material. The successful applicant will work as part of an administration team with the Administrative Manager. While the candidate will be assigned to the social policy programmes in the first instance, they will be expected to collaborate with the Admin Team to provide cover across the Department. Principal Duties Administrative and other duties: Faculty and Research Institutes The Faculty of Social Science comprises a range of academic Departments including the Department of Applied Social Studies. The role of the Faculty is to co-ordinate the academic activities of individual departments, to oversee the strategic development of departments and to support interdepartmental programmes. The University has also developed a number of interdisciplinary institutes to support excellent research and to build research capacity across disciplines. Department The Department of Applied Social Studies has 15 academic staff and offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, based on its teaching and research strengths in Social Policy, Social Work and Community and Youth Work in a vibrant learning environment. The Department of Applied Social Studies has an established record for innovative, transformative professional and academic work reflecting its mission which is: “To promote human rights, social justice and equality, nationally and internationally through excellence and innovation in education, research and public engagement that contribute to the development of the social professions and applied social sciences.” Forty years ago, in the early 1980s, Maynooth University was the first university in Ireland to offer professional programmes in Community and Youth Work. Since then, the Department of Applied Social Studies has earned an unrivalled reputation for teaching, research, and development in these areas. Professional programmes are offered at both Bachelor and Masters levels. The Department also offers a professional Doctor of Social Science programme. More recently the Department has introduced a professionally approved postgraduate Masters programme in Social Work. In 2002 the Department established Social Policy as the core subject in a Bachelor of Social Science Degree programme, which has grown in popularity since. A Master of Social Science (Rights and Social Policy) programme was introduced in 2011. Staff in the Department supervise a growing number of PhD students in Social Policy and Applied Social Studies. Particular areas of interest currently include inequality and poverty; inequality and identities; state-civil society relations and public policy; policy analysis; social policy as it relates to community, youth, children and families, gender, age, sexuality, disability, race and ethnicity; criminal justice, drugs, housing, education, mental health, care, domestic violence, human trafficking, hate crime; comparative and European social policy; environment, sustainability and social justice. Tenure This is a full-time post for a specified purpose, anticipated to be 1 year in duration. Salary Executive Assistant (2025): €32,530 – €48,930 (13 points). Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Hours of Work A 35-hour working week is in operation in respect of full-time positions (pro-rated for part-time positions). This can be reviewed or adjusted from time to time through national agreements. Location The place of work is the campus of Maynooth University, Maynooth, Co. Kildare.
Store Manager
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the store operates efficiently and effectively and that all our employees provide our customers with the best customer service and fresh food offering at all times. Deliver key store targets (sales and profitability) through effective management of people and operations. The ideal candidate will have/be: Minimum 2 years€,, experience in a relevant retail management position An understanding of how to achieve KPIs and targets Strong knowledge and experience of reading and actioning reports Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) Excellent communication skills Good delegation skills Highly driven with a strong work ethic Passion for grocery retail Thrive in a fast-paced working environment. Main Duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Oversee and ensure the smooth running of the store Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Owner Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store Manage employee rostering and annual leave and maintain accurate and secure records Engage with the Store Owner on a regular basis Ensure merchandising and presentation of entire store is of the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant store planograms and guidelines Develop and promote good communication between employees and management in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment; Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Student Success Officer
The Role Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. We are seeking a student centred collaborative and impact driven Student Success Officer committed to advancing partnership and belonging across the University. The postholder will play a central role in embedding and advancing a culture of student partnership and belonging across Maynooth University. Building on the work of the Thrive student success initiative the role will support institution wide approaches that strengthen student transitions and dialogue ensuring that student feedback informs ongoing enhancements to the student experience. Working within Student Skills and Success the postholder will collaborate closely with students the Maynooth Students’ Union academic colleagues and professional services to ensure that student voice belonging and partnership are embedded across the student lifecycle. Principal Duties Administrative and other duties This will include: Student and Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration • Work collaboratively with students and colleagues in Student Skills and Success the Maynooth Students’ Union and the wider University Community to embed a partnership approach to student success and sustain and build on the impact of Thrive initiatives • Support the development co creation and scaling of student led initiatives and partnership projects strengthening and enhancing student belonging and success • Build and sustain strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with national best practice in student success belonging and partnership Project Management Planning and Coordination • Provide leadership for the ongoing development embedding and sustainability of the THRIVE initiative within MU • Continuously review the student lifecycle identifying key intervention points to enhance transitions and student success • Lead the development and continuous enhancement of the MU digital onboarding orientation programme in collaboration with relevant stakeholders ensuring it is accessible engaging data informed and aligned with best practice • Coordinate StudentSurvey ie at an institutional level and develop structures that amplify the student voice in decision making processes • Serve as a key stakeholder within the MyMaynooth Orientation Task Force working closely with the Student Engagement Officer and MU colleagues to deliver a warm welcome and embed best practice in the first year transition Quality Enhancement and Impact • Lead the review and evolution of Thrive identifying priorities for embedding scaling and advancing relevant funding opportunities • Develop and implement an evaluation framework for Thrive student success initiatives providing regular activity reporting and insights to key stakeholders to inform monitoring planning and enhancement of student success • Champion a data informed approach to student success integrating institutional data survey insights and qualitative feedback to enhance decision making and resource allocation whilst ensuring appropriate feedback loops • Represent and advocate for this work across internal and external forums communicating its impact and contributing to the advancement of best practice in student success Other Duties • Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role as required to support the evolving priorities of the Student Skills and Success team The ideal candidate will have • A minimum of a relevant postgraduate qualification or equivalent professional experience • At least three years of demonstrable experience in supporting student success belonging engagement or transition in a Higher Education context • Relevant experience working effectively with academic and professional higher education staff in a third level environment • Experience supporting the development implementation and evaluation of initiatives that enhance student experience • Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills with the ability to work collaboratively and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues faculty staff students and external stakeholders • Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to prepare reports and present information clearly to a range of audiences • Excellent organisational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver activities within agreed timelines • Ability to plan monitor and report on budgets ensuring responsible and effective use of resources • Ability to work proactively and independently using initiative while also contributing effectively within a team environment • Strong facilitation and engagement skills including experience supporting workshops consultation processes or student dialogue forums • Well developed analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to collect interpret and present data to inform decision making programme development and continuous improvement • Student centred with a strong understanding and awareness of the student lifecycle including key transition points and the diverse needs perspectives and experiences of students • Knowledge of relevant contemporary research national policies and initiatives in addition to the current best practices relating to student belonging engagement partnership and success • Excellent IT and digital communication skills including experience using online collaboration tools and digital platforms to support engagement and project management Student Skills and Success Student Skills and Success plays a central role in enabling Maynooth University students to fulfil their potential by partnering with them to understand their experiences and perspectives The unit supports students in navigating the complexities of university life fostering a sense of belonging and encouraging them to embrace the full range of opportunities that MU offers Through this support students are empowered to thrive make the most of their time at MU and imagine and create a better future This unit comprises Student Success and Engagement including Orientation Academic and Programme Advisory Academic Skills Development and the Careers and Employability Service Office of the Vice President Students and Learning The Office for Students and Learning champions student engagement and co creation ensuring that the student voice underpins the strategic direction of educational activities It also provides strategic guidance through the Centre for Teaching and Learning driving educational enhancement initiatives grounded in research and best practices Additionally it oversees the University’s teaching and learning function supporting staff in teaching assessment and student support The office is the university driver for student employability and success through Student Skills and Success which includes the Careers and Employability Service It works very closely with other teams across the University to support students and is committed to the health and well being of students leading the development of comprehensive support systems collaborating closely with the Maynooth Students’ Union and championing a positive student experience The University Maynooth University is a very distinctive university a collegial institution focused on science and engineering humanities and social sciences and equally committed to research teaching and community engagement Located in Ireland’s only university town its distinctive features and character owe much to its unique history and heritage It provides a high quality educational experience to over 17000 students on a campus with 18th century roots and 21st century dynamism Maynooth University is a place of lively contrasts a modern institution dynamic rapidly growing research led and engaged yet grounded in historic academic strengths and scholarly traditions We offer a range of programmes at undergraduate postgraduate and doctoral level in the humanities science and engineering and social sciences including business law and education along with a range of international programmes and partnerships The strategic trajectory and accomplishments of Maynooth University since its establishment as an autonomous public university are exceptional and a source of great pride to the university community staff students and alumni Maynooth University ranked in the top 90 global Times Higher Education THE Young University rankings in 2024 Maynooth University’s growing global reputation is based on the originality quality importance and impact of its research and scholarship commitment to teaching and learning the quality of academic programmes and its leadership in widening participation in higher education The sources of success are the dedication of its staff and the energy and engagement of its students Maynooth University’s Values Our values define who we are what we believe in and how we act as a community They underpin our future success and guide our expectations of ourselves and each other Our values apply to everyone in the University community • Integrity • Collegiality • Responsibility • Freedom of expression • Ambition Salary Administrative Officer I : €59,812– €85,339 p.a. (9 points) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Hours of work A 35-hour working week is in operation in respect of full-time positions (pro-rated for part-time positions). This can be reviewed or adjusted from time to time through national agreements.
Homeless Outreach Worker
The Competition The purpose of this recruitment campaign is to form a panel of Homeless Outreach Workers to fill full time temporary and permanent posts that may arise as vacancies arise. The Candidate The candidates will demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that he/she: • Possess excellent professional/technical knowledge and skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Excellent team leadership skills • Ability to work independently or within multi disciplined teams • Problem solving skills • Planning and organisational skills • A good understanding of safety management in the workplace including Health and Safety legislation and regulations Duties and Responsibilities Homeless Outreach Workers will be expected to carry out the following non exhaustive list of duties: • Appointments interviewing and assessing clients seeking a homeless service by appointment or unscheduled presentations at public counter • Providing assessment and advice to people who are homeless • Participation in the Homeless Action Team (HAT) • Engaging with and supporting the Housing First programme in consultation with other relevant NGOs Service Providers and agencies • Assisting in managing the delivery of Housing First in the Kildare area and linking with the provider the HSE and Housing Agency • Enabling and assisting clients to source suitable private rented accommodation • Working with clients placed in emergency facilities with a view to securing long term accommodation and where possible avoiding continued placement in emergency facilities • Assisting the Council in managing Service Level Agreements with NGOs • Attending weekly Housing Application Assessment meeting where relevant • Providing information to the Housing Allocations team as requested • Assisting persons in settling into accommodation and ensuring that clients are fully briefed on services available to them from external agencies • Receiving and acting on referrals submitted via the interdisciplinary referral protocol • Allocating emergency accommodation as appropriate or where a client is eligible for social housing providing information and assistance in presenting the application • Investigating cases thoroughly maintaining links with other authorities Gardaí CWOs Prison Services HSE and other NGOs etc • Establishing new links with support services and facilitating out of office meetings in resource centres and other facilities where appropriate • Increasing access to health and social services for those experiencing homelessness • Creating public private partnerships to benefit clients where possible • Attending child protection case conferences family support meetings family conferencing and mediation sessions case reviews and courts when requested • Liaising with rehabilitation institutions prisons in the region • Assist the Council in implementing the National Quality Standards Framework (NQSF) and the National Childcare Service to support individuals and families experiencing homelessness • Creating and maintaining files and records of service users • Documenting meetings and calls with clients • Recording all entry exit to emergency accommodation and payments due to suppliers • Collating data and statistics regarding the homeless service as required including research and preparation of reports for the Strategic Policy Committee on Housing • Record and report on monthly KPIs and annual reports as requested • Respond to queries on the Customer Relationship Management System (CRM) and to elected representatives as required • Utilise and input homeless records on the PASS system or any other data management system as directed by the Council • Work to continuously improve services and ensuring a solutions focused approach to demands for homeless services • To participate in relevant training and development courses as agreed with Kildare County Council • Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time Qualifications Character Each candidate must be of good character. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education Training and Experience etc Each candidate must on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Have a good standard of education Have obtained a social care practitioner third level qualification or FETAC level 8 (b) Have appropriate relevant experience in a similar position with supporting independent references (c) Understand the role and responsibility of Kildare County Council in relation to Homelessness and have experience of homeless services or relevant equivalent (d) Demonstrate a strong knowledge and competency regarding social housing options and understanding of how to prevent divert or progress from homelessness (e) Have a strong understanding of the representational role of elected members and of local government structure as well as the role of NGOs and other agencies charities and voluntary groups involved in the area of homelessness (f) Have very good interpersonal skills coupled with good report writing and administrative skills (g) Have a flexible attitude in dealing with the day to day issues that arise in meeting the many and various needs of this client group (h) Have experience of dealing with aggression and or challenging behavior (i) Have experience in carrying out assessments including risk assessments (j) Have experience in developing support plans and carrying out reviews (k) Have ability to work on own initiative to work alone and in a team setting Please supply copies of any certificates diplomas or degrees you may have with the application form If qualifications were obtained outside of Ireland please supply a comparability statement with your application Driving Licence Applicants should at the date of appointment hold a full valid Irish or EU licence for Class B vehicles or a licence acceptable to NDLS for transfer to full Irish licence Link below They must be a competent driver and shall drive a car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority The council must be indemnified on their insurance https://www.ndls.ie/help/faq.html#exchange-of-foreign-driving-licences Competencies for the post of Homeless Outreach Worker Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these Please take particular note to these when completing the application form as any short listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by the candidates Management and Change Strategic Ability Displays the ability to think and act strategically to ensure they contribute to the delivery of homeless services in the County Political Awareness Has a clear understanding of the political reality and context of the organisation Networking and Representing Develops and maintains positive and beneficial relationships with a range of stakeholders Builds networks of technical and professional contacts Promotes and sustains an appropriate positive and cohesive image for the organisation it represents Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders including team members statutory agencies and voluntary organisations Can work with multiple stakeholders to implement change Delivering Results Problem Solving and Decision Making Can pinpoint critical information and address issues logically Understands the context and impact of decisions made Can act decisively with complex information and multiple stakeholders Demonstrates an understanding of the social housing system and the challenges faced by the key target groups Operational Planning Plans projects to determine rationale objectives and deliverables resource requirements timelines and milestones reporting requirements and evaluation methods Establishes high quality service and customer care standards Managing Resources Manages the allocation use and evaluation of resources to ensure they are used effectively to deliver on operational plans Delivering Quality Outcomes Makes timely informed and effective decisions and shows good judgement and balance in making decisions or recommendations Performance through People Leading and Motivating Motivates others individually and in teams to deliver high quality work and customer focused outcomes Managing Performance Effectively manages performance Empowers people to achieve or exceed organisational goals by delegating sufficient authority responsibility and accountability Communicating Effectively Recognises the value of communicating effectively with all employees Actively listens to others Has highly effective verbal and written communication skills Presents ideas clearly and effectively to individuals and groups Effectively identifies and manages conflict and potential sources of conflict Ability to deal with difficult sensitive work situations that require excellent interpersonal communication and judgement skills Personal Effectiveness Relevant Knowledge Keeps up to date with current developments trends and best practice in their area of responsibility Demonstrates the required specialist knowledge understanding and training for the role Resilience and Personal Well Being Demonstrates appropriate and positive self confidence Remains calm under pressure and operates effectively in an environment with significant complexity and pace Integrity Behaves in an honest trustworthy and respectful manner and is transparent fair and consistent in dealing with others Personal Motivation Initiative and Achievement Is enthusiastic about the role and sets challenging goals to achieve high quality outcomes Is self motivated and persistent when faced with difficulties Engages in regular critical reflection in order to identify how own performance can be improved Knowledge Experience and Skills Knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government including service requirements Knowledge of current local government issues Understanding of the role of a Homeless Outreach worker Understanding key challenges facing the local government sector and Kildare County Council Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems Particulars of Employment The Post The post is wholetime i e 35 hours per week and appointment may be permanent or temporary Location Kildare County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidates to any premises in use by the Council now or in the future The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means of transport and at their own expense Commencement Kildare County Council shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such other longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine Kildare County Council shall not appoint them Working Hours The current working hours are 35 hours per week Monday to Friday Kildare County Council reserves the right to alter the hours of work from time to time in line with Government Circulars Kildare County Council also has a flexi time system in operation details of which are available from the Human Resources Section You may be required to work overtime on various occasions All hours worked are subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations 2001 Kildare County Council requires employees to record their hours using a Clocking system Reporting Arrangements The Homeless Outreach Worker will report directly to the Administrative Officer or to any other employee of Kildare County Council such as the Chief Executive or Director of Service or any other appropriate employee that may be designated for this purpose A system of regular appraisal will be operated during employment which will involve discussions between the employee and the line manager regarding performance and conduct Probationary Period of Employment Where a person is permanently appointed to Kildare County Council the following provisions shall apply a) there shall be a period after appointment takes effect during which such a person shall hold the position on probation b) such period shall be twelve months but the Chief Executive may at their discretion extend such period c) such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory d) the period at a above may be terminated on giving one weeks notice as per the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts e) there will be assessments during the probationary period Remuneration €57,895 per annum to €66,017 per annum maximum €68,367 per annum LSI 1 after 3 years satisfactory service at maximum €70,730 per annum LSI 2 after 6 years satisfactory service at maximum On appointment successful candidates will be placed on the first point of the salary scale Appointment to a higher point of the salary scale may apply to candidates employed elsewhere in the public service subject to verification of service history Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employees nominated bank account The current wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions e g PAYE and PRSI Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance conduct and performance and national agreements Increments may be withheld if performance attendance and or conduct are not satisfactory Superannuation and Retirement A person who becomes a pensionable employee of the County Council will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the appropriate rate The terms of the Local Government Superannuation Consolidation Scheme 1998 as amended or the Public Services Superannuation Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2004 or the Public Service Pensions Single Scheme and Other Provisions Act 2012 will apply as appropriate on appointment Retirement age for employees is dependent on their relevant contract of employment with due consideration being given to the rules of the superannuation scheme to which they belong
