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Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland is recruiting a panel of Team Leaders for upcoming opportunities in Dublin and Nationwide. Job Ref - NATTL0326 Closing date for applications is the 29th of March Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland provide unique intensive support programmes to young people. We have a strengths based, wrapround approach to support and we employ community-based Youth Advocates - which leads to long-lasting positive outcomes for young people and families. The Team Leader will manage the provision of direct services to clients and their families who are referred to the programme. You will manage a team of community-based Advocates and ensure that all clients receive an appropriate and high-quality service. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all applicants from diverse backgrounds with a relevant qualifications and work experience. These posts offer : Full Job Description This post requires: a belief in the YAP model of strengths based, needs led services for children, young people and families. You must have experience in the provision and management of direct services to children, young people and families. You will lead in the recruitment, training, management and supervision of staff/advocates; provide high quality services to children, young people and families using the strengths-based model and operate within YAP Ireland policies and procedures. This post also requires a high degree of flexibility and creativity in responding to the needs of young people and families, delivering a high standard of service in a changing climate, working time and the requirement for national travel. This post is responsible to the YAP Ireland Service Manager. 1. Essential Qualifications: • A Degree, preferably in Advocacy or Social Care field e.g. Youth Work, Community Work, Psychology, Child Psychology, Social Work, Social Science, or Social Care. • Experience of at least three years of direct work with children, young people and families. • Experience of at least two years in managing and supervising staff in delivering client centred services both inhouse and in communities. • Experience of managing a range of stakeholder relationships in a solution focused way. • Experience of Advocating on behalf of Children, young people and families. • Full Clean Driver’s Licence and access to own transport. • Demonstrate excellent communications skills, both oral and written, including computer proficiency in use of Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, Excel etc. 2. Responsibilities and Tasks: The Team Leader is responsible to the Service Manager in the overall delivery of YAP programmes. This includes the provision of direct services to children, young people and families, personnel management and budget management of YAP Programmes. Specific Tasks Include: 1. To provide a direct service to clients and their families in line with the YAP Model 2. To manage the provision of direct services to clients and their families who are referred to YAP programmes. 3. To provide Independent Advocacy Services to young people and families who are referred to the Reviewed April 2025 – by Director of Services, YAP Ireland Independent Advocacy Service. 4. To recruit and train a team of staff/advocates for the YAP programmes in line with best practice and YAP Recruitment and Selection Policy and Procedures. 5. To manage and supervise a team of staff/advocates in the delivery of high-quality services to clients and their families including induction, probation and managing HR issues in line with YAP Ireland HR policies and procedures. 6. Ensure quality case recording is carried out in a timely manner in line with case management guidance and policies. 7. To manage child protection referrals and incidents and act as a designated officer in line with Children’s First Guidelines. 8. To manage adult protection referrals and incidents and act as a designated officer in line with Safeguarding Vulnerable Persons at Risk of Abuse – National Policy and Procedures’ (2014). 9. To ensure that the service is delivered in line with the YAP Model and values with a focus o outcomes and positive change for clients and their families. 10. To agree and sign off payroll on a weekly basis and manage spend on each case in line with the budget. 11. To ensure all necessary reporting requirements are delivered in a timely fashion including HR, Research, statistics, financial reports, activity reports for stakeholders etc., 12. Ensure that best practice guidelines are adhered to by all staff including Children First guidelines, legislative requirements etc., 13. To work with young people and families to increase their voice in the service and in external services by facilitating training, groups, activities and participation sessions as required. 14. Facilitate and participate in staff/advocate team meetings and training sessions as scheduled. 15. To assist in the growth and development of YAP Ireland Programmes and Services through piloting services and initiating services in new areas. 16. Assist in the achievement of fundraising and communication strategies 17. Adhere to all YAP Ireland HR policies and procedures, including Health and Safety Policy, Code o Conduct, Child Protection, Complaints, Performance Management. 18. Develop effective working relationships with key staff within TUSLA, legal representatives, social care services and relevant community and voluntary organisations to ensure that quality services can be delivered. 19. Perform other duties as required by Senior Managers. Salary: €50,235 3. Team Leader Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualifications: Candidates should possess a Degree in Advocacy or in the Social Care field: e.g. Youth Work, Community Work, Psychology, Child Psychology, Social Work, Social Science or Social Care Essential Experience: • Belief in a strengths-based, needs led model of working with children, young people and families. • Experience of at least three years direct work with children, young people and families. • Experience of at least two years in managing and supervising staff/volunteers in delivering client centred services. • Experience of facilitating Group work or Participation Work with young people and/or family members. • Experience in child protection work • Experience of recording in a factual, timely way Desirable Experience: • Lived experience – expert by experience. • Proficiency in languages other than Irish and English. • Experience and understanding of the issues for children at risk/ working with children who are experiencing mental health issues/ working with Separated Children Seeking International Protection in Ireland. • Experience in recruiting staff or volunteers Experience in delivering training to staff or volunteers • Experience in Budget Management of a family or community-based service Essential Skills: • Ability to motivate and lead a team of people and work independently • Ability to build strong working relationships across a range of stakeholders using a solution focused approach. • Demonstrated excellent communications skills, both oral and written, including computer proficiency in use of Word, Outlook, Power point, Excel etc. • Ability to be creative, innovative and dynamic and work in a strengths-based way Ability to prioritise tasks and manage workload Closing date for applications is the 29th of March PLEASE CLICK ON THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO APPLY THROUGH THE YAP WEBSITE!
Resident DJ for Music Bar in Mallorca - Accommodation Available
Resident DJ for Music Bar in Mallorca - Accommodation Available Job Title: DJ Required – Music Bar in Mallorca, Spain Duration: Seasonal (April – October) Accommodation: Available Eligibility: EU Citizens Only Job Description: We are looking for an experienced DJ to join our team at a lively music bar in Mallorca, Spain for the summer season. Key Responsibilities: • Playing the best music • Engaging with customers to create a fun and enjoyable atmosphere Requirements: • Confident, talkative, and outgoing personality • Ability to provide great entertainment • Must be eligible to work in the EU (EU citizens only) • Willingness to commit for the full season (April – October) Perks & Benefits: • Accommodation Available • Work in a fun and lively music bar environment • Meet new people and enjoy the summer season in Mallorca How to Apply: Click the APPLY NOW button to submit your CV or send a WhatsApp message to +34 618 762 827 for more details.
Bar Staff / Waiters – Music Bar in Mallorca, Spain
Job Title: Bar Staff / Waiters – Music Bar in Mallorca, Spain Location: Mallorca, Spain Duration: Seasonal (April – October) Accommodation: Available Eligibility: EU Citizens Only Job Description: We are looking for enthusiastic and outgoing Bar Staff / Waiters to join our team at a lively music bar in Mallorca, Spain for the summer season. If you love working in a fast-paced, social environment and have a passion for great service, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Key Responsibilities: How to Apply: Click the APPLY NOW button to submit your CV or send a WhatsApp message to +34 618 762 827 for more details.
PR Bar Staff / Resident DJ – Music Bar in Mallorca, Spain
We are looking for PR Bar Staff and also a Resident DJ for a busy Music Bar in Mallorca, Spain Location: Mallorca, Spain Accommodation: Available Duration: Seasonal (April – October) Eligibility: EU Citizens Only Job Description: We are looking for enthusiastic and outgoing Bar Staff / Waiters to join our team at a lively music bar in Mallorca, Spain for the summer season. If you love working in a fast-paced, social environment and have a passion for great service, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Key Responsibilities: • Serving drinks & cocktails efficiently in a busy bar setting • Providing excellent customer service with a friendly and welcoming attitude • Engaging with customers to create a fun and enjoyable atmosphere • Handling cash and card payments accurately • Keeping the bar and seating areas clean and organized • Assisting with stock management and restocking as needed Requirements: • Confident, talkative, and outgoing personality • Ability to work well under pressure in a busy environment • Previous bar or hospitality experience is a plus but not essential • Must be eligible to work in the EU (EU citizens only) • Willingness to commit for the full season (April – October) Perks & Benefits: • Accommodation Available • Work in a fun and lively music bar environment • Meet new people and enjoy the summer season in Mallorca People applying for the DJ Opportunity must have experience. How to Apply: Click the APPLY NOW button to submit your CV or send a WhatsApp message to +34 618 762 827 for more details.
Train Drivers
Become a Train Driver - Open for Applications - Nationwide Locations PLEASE NOTE: The online applicant system will close when the required applicant number has been reached – early applications are recommended to avoid disappointment. We are delighted to launch our new Driver Campaign for locations Nationwide. It is an exciting time to be a part of the Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail Team. We have welcomed over 300 new Trainee Drivers into our organisation over the past number of years. We wish to continue this growth by providing YOU with an opportunity to be a part of our future. Iarnród Éireann is a proud dynamic leader in the transport network. In keeping with our company vision to continuously grow and improve, we are seeking ambitious applicants to join our “One Team”. As a Train Driver your duty will be to deliver safe, customer-focused journeys, with scope to continue on to future roles in supervisory and management positions. Candidates must be willing to work various shift patterns including weekend work. We match the responsibility of this safety-critical role with a salary scale that can reach a maximum of €69k per annum . Successful candidates will develop full operational knowledge prior to qualification as part of the Train Driver Training programme. We are an organisation that greatly values our team and its members. We work hard to ensure that each one is proud to be a part of our future. Just some of the fantastic company benefits we have for YOU! There will be a number of multiple-hurdle phases in the selection process. This will include initial online application and assessments, face to face assessment centres, competency-based interviews, rigorous medical and safety reference checking. If you are interested in this campaign, please CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON to be redirected to the official careers page for this role. PLEASE NOTE: The online applicant system will close when the required applicant number has been reached – early applications are recommended to avoid disappointment.
Mechanical Fitter
We have an immediate vacancy for a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter to join our Operations Team based in the Midlands & Northwest Regions Roles and Responsibilities;
Senior Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Specialist
The Senior ICT Specialist (Operations) role(s) will attract a candidate with an interest in developing a career in areas such as supporting and managing Irish Prison Service ICT infrastructure (Networks/Communications and/or Windows Servers) and associated services using a broad set of leading technologies and solutions, which may include a hybrid of cloud and on-premise infrastructures; end user support, in maximising their use of ICT and digital services. Role Description (not exhaustive) The successful candidate(s) will be responsible for assisting in the management of the IPS ICT Section reporting to an Assistant Principal Officer. The ICT Section comprises of ICT Software Development, ICT Operations and ICT Cyber Security, and consists of Civil Servants and Third-Party Contractors. These teams are responsible for the delivery of all aspects of ICT infrastructure, telephony, Cyber Security and ICT Systems including (among other things) desktop hardware and software, Mobile Device Management, networks, Cyber Threat Detection & Response solutions, backend servers and virtual machines, Oracle and SQL Databases and Systems, email, helpdesk, onsite engineers and backups. The IPS has a number of bespoke ICT systems including an Offender Management System and a Healthcare System. The successful candidate(s) will be encouraged and supported to undertake further education, training and certification so as to build their technical and professional expertise. Indeed, continuous professional development and certified training are key elements of the ICT HR Professionalisation Strategy for the Civil Service. The appointee(s) will play a leading role and be involved in some, or all, of the following activities: • Design, implement and support of a wide range of ICT/Digital Infrastructures across a broad set of leading technologies serving internal and external service users; • Play a lead role in ICT Service management and delivery for the organisation; • Promote the effective use of ICT and digital services to support the business of the organisation and in particular to promote world class delivery of digital IPS services; • Demonstrate and maintain a broad knowledge of technology solutions, current trends and techniques and proactively pursue new technology developments; • Develop test strategies, test cases and carry out appropriate testing; • Lead and mentor your team to maximise performance; • Take responsibility for ensuring issues are resolved or escalated to the proper resources to resolve in a timely manner with minimum disruption to the operational areas; • Critically evaluate and analyse business information, translating business requirements into design options that are (i) cost effective (ii) efficient (iii) sustainable and reusable, (iv) comply with standards and (v) enhance business processes; • Participate in the development and implementation of relevant ICT-related standards, policies and procedures, as required, and ensuring these are adhered to and built upon; • Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation; • Show leadership in ensuring a focus on continuous improvement and quality service delivery; • Manage issues and risks and drive progress to ensure project timelines are met by your team; • Work with and support business units to help identify ICT needs; • Explain complex technical information to a non-technical audience; • Work within, and across, Departments and agencies, and functions as may be required to deliver on projects which have a cross functional relevance; • Undertake such training and development, by yourself and your team, as may be required to ensure that you stay up to date with the technologies in your area of operations; • Accurately capture policy proposals which often may have a technology focus; • Research a topic and summarise findings; • Manage in the procurement of ICT services and products as well as vendor and contract management; • Participate in governance and oversight of digital and ICT solutions and proposals; • Undertake other duties as may be assigned from time to time by your Manager. ICT Operations is also responsible for: • Managing the Network Team or Wintel Team or Helpdesk Team/Field Engineers, allocating resources effectively. • Developing and supporting end-to-end ICT infrastructure and operations solutions across a broad set of leading technologies. • Managing ICT services provided to end users, such as hardware, office productivity applications, email, online collaboration, fixed voice and video-conferencing, network access to the internet and online services, etc. • Designing, implementing and supporting a wide range of ICT/digital infrastructures across a broad set of leading on-premises and cloud-based technologies. • Supporting the technical design for new solutions, ensuring systems adhere to agreed design standards and meet both business and technical requirements. • Developing test strategies and test cases, and carrying out appropriate testing when introducing new solutions. • Support the operation of the network by monitoring and analysing network performance, and identifying areas for improvement. • Ensure high availability, performance, reliability and security of the Irish Prison Service’s WAN/LAN/WLAN network infrastructure. • Maintain accurate documentation of network architecture, configuration changes, and incident logs. • Assist in planning network upgrades, replacements, and new network implementations. • Provide regular reports to senior management on network performance, issues, and improvement initiatives. • Ensure high availability, performance, reliability and security of the Irish Prison Service’s Windows Server/Citrix infrastructure. • Foster collaboration within the team and with other teams and business units across the IPS as required to deliver on projects which have a cross-functional relevance. • Critically evaluate and analyse business information, translating business requirements into network design options that are (i) cost-effective (ii) efficient (iii) sustainable and reusable, (iv) comply with standards, and (v) enhance business processes. Who We Are Looking For: We are looking for candidates who are enthusiastic, logical and imaginative and who want to further their ICT career as part of the Civil Service delivering world class ICT and digital services on behalf of the State. We are seeking candidates: • Interested in working in a diverse environment potentially working with cross-functional and cross-organisational teams; • Interested in contributing to the design and delivery of quality public services supporting citizens, businesses, and public servants in their engagements with the State; • Who takes a thorough and structured approach to organising tasks and solving problems and who can deliver on time against project deadlines; • Who can establish and maintain good working relationships with others, identify their needs and be receptive and responsive to their queries; • Who are confident and persuasive and able to explain complex ideas to a non-technical audience in a structured and concise manner with the ability to influence the choice of appropriate solution; • Who can keep up to date with emerging technologies and is always eager to learn new skills; • Enjoy working in an environment where there is ongoing and significant change and opportunities for new learning and experience; • Have a commitment to developing yourself, and any staff you may be assigned, through training, professional development and on the job experience; • Be a self-starter with the ability to multi-task and prioritise within tight deadlines. The above is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently the post holder(s) 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. Entry Requirements Essential Requirements Candidates must, on or before Thursday 26th March 2026, have: A. A qualification at Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award (i.e. ordinary degree), or higher, in a relevant computing or computational discipline and at least 2 years directly relevant *ICT hands-on experience from your employment to date. OR B. A qualification at Level 8 on the NFQ major award (i.e. honours degree), or higher, with computing/computational modules taken in the final year and at least 2 years directly relevant *ICT hands-on experience from your employment to date. OR C. A level 6 NFQ major award qualification, or higher, in a relevant computing or computational discipline and at least 3 years directly relevant *ICT hands-on experience from your employment to date. OR D. At least 1 professional qualifications in a relevant area of ICT (See page 6 for a range of examples) and at least 5 years directly relevant *ICT hands-on experience from your employment to date. Candidates must also have the necessary knowledge/capability to: • Quickly and effectively acquire a deep understanding of the policies and dynamics of the sectors concerned and be immediately effective in the post; • Become familiar and effective with regard to IPS organisational structures. *Relevant experience should include your experience in enterprise architecture, technical infrastructure design and delivery, including cloud, technical support, ICT service management, ICT operations and server support etc. Desirable In addition to the above, the following are desirable but not essential requirements: • Hold a clean driver’s licence; • An understanding of Government policies and objectives in the areas of ICT, Shared Services and public service reform; • Understanding of policy issues facing a central Government Department in a rapidly changing complex environment; • ICT-related professional certificates / accreditations including project management, business analysis, etc. Professional qualifications Professional qualifications considered appropriate for digital and IPS ICT-related roles in the Civil Service can include, but are not limited to, industry recognised disciplines such as: Infrastructure & Operations and Networks - Cisco (CCNA/CCDA or higher), HPE and Aruba, Juniper, Brocade, Check Point, Citrix, Microsoft Certifications (e.g. MTA or MCP), Palo Alto, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google, Oracle, VMWare, Nutanix, Fortinet, Linux, etc. Please Note Attendance at courses, without completion of an appropriately assessed examination and validated qualification, will not be considered as valid qualifications. It is the candidate’s responsibility to provide details of certification achieved and demonstrate how these align with the requirements set out in the “Entry Requirements” section above. In addition to the above, candidates must also be able to demonstrate the Key Capabilities identified for effective performance at this level – Higher Executive Officer.
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
Environmental & Sustainability Officer
C&D Foods is one of Europe’s leading own label pet food manufacturers producing a range of wet and dry pet foods. C&D Foods has grown to become one of the industry’s leading pet food producers. C&D Foods has 9 production facilities across 7 Countries (Ireland, the UK, France, Denmark, Austria, Spain, and The Netherlands) and 2 sales offices located in Manchester and Italy. C&D Foods’ Headquarters is in Mullingar, county Westmeath. At our C&D Foods site in Edgeworthstown we are currently inviting applications for the role of Environmental & Sustainability Officer to support our operations onsite. Job description Management of environmental compliance, waste management, Carbon Footprint and Energy management, and the overall driving of Sustainability of the Business. Responsibilities · Ensure full compliance with EPA license and environmental legislation. · Day to day monitoring of the wastewater treatment plant on site. · Identify and implement projects to reduce the carbon footprint, water and energy use through both capital expenditure and continuous improvement. · Collaboration with the engineering department on the day to day running of the business’s facilities in relation to both operation and sustainability. · Collaboration with the production department on the day to day running of the business regarding both operation and sustainability. · Collaboration with group sustainability both in C&D and the wider ABP Group in relation to sustainability · Daily monitoring of all parameters outlined in the sites EPA license for environmental emissions. · Ensuring all sampling programmes for discharges are carried out. · Interpreting energy and water related data for the site and using this data to identify trends. · Upkeep of all environmental, waste and energy related documentation. · Organising of any required infrastructural improvement works relating to environmental equipment with relevant contractors. · Primary point of contact for environmental regulatory bodies such as the EPA, should they contact the site for any reason such as a Site Audit. · Managing of noise and pollution control. · Presenting of sites overall Sustainability performance to head management. · Upkeep of the sites ISO14001 & ISO50001 standards. Qualifications · Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or related discipline. · Minimum 2 years’ experience in an environmental or sustainability role within manufacturing or industrial operations. · Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and compliance requirements. · Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards. · Experience in WWTP operations preferred.
Risk and Compliance Manager
The Role The Irish Prison Service seeks to appoint a Risk & Compliance Manager to support and manage its risk management and compliance frameworks and related risk and compliance activities at tactical and operational levels. This post will act as a key support to the Directors Leadership Team of the Irish Prison Service and the Governors of all Prisons and Support Units. Functionally, the post holder will work in the Corporate Services Directorate, reporting to a Principal Officer (Head of Risk, Assurance and Compliance) within that directorate. Key responsibilities of this function will include service-wide implementation and ongoing administration of the Irish Prison Service’s risk and compliance processes, roll-out and maintenance of risk tools, processes and procedures, and monitoring of the Irish Prison Service’s key compliance obligations from a risk management perspective. While responsibility for the execution of compliance and risk resides with each of the directorate divisions, Prisons and Support Units (which are also responsible for managing their key risks), the Irish Prison Service requires support and co-ordination of these areas to give assurance to the Directors Leadership Team, Director General, and the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration that these activities are operating as designed and effective. The Risk & Compliance Manager has responsibility for all aspects of the following tasks and for such other tasks as may be assigned from time to time in line with the business requirements: Risk Management: • Responsible for the ongoing development and day-to-day management of the Irish Prison Service Risk Management Policy and Procedures. • Support senior management in the development, articulation and ongoing review of risk management strategies, including risk appetite and risk prioritisation, in line with organisational objectives and public sector guidance. • Support risk identification, assessment, escalation, review and reporting of risks across the estate. • Ensure consistency, clarity, and robustness of risk descriptions, controls and actions. • Manage the development and implementation of risk management tools, including risk registers maintained at Corporate, Directorate, Prison and Support Unit levels. • Provide risk management training and support, and promote awareness of good risk management principles and practices to staff throughout the organisation. • Strengthen risk-related engagement mechanisms by providing guidance and assistance to risk owners in every area, in understanding, monitoring and continuously managing risk. • Advise on risk-related issues as they arise. • Communicate specific risks and thematic issues to senior management. • Develop, refine and report key risk indicators and management information systems to provide regular risk updates on progress in the implementation of the Risk Management Policy to senior management, the Audit Committee, and other fora. • Oversee the implementation of audit recommendations. • Implement a system of central identification of risks associated with key compliance requirements across the Irish Prison Service, to ensure that such requirements are consistently captured, ownership established, and controls and assurance requirements identified. • Collate and produce risk reporting for senior management, including information published in Annual Reports. • By keeping abreast of external developments, and with a “best in class” mindset, ensure at all times that Irish Prison Service risk management systems and practices exceed or (at a minimum) align with recognised public sector good practice models and relevant industry norms. • Lead and support internal risk reviews based on both specific incidents and thematic areas in collaboration with relevant functional staff, particularly with a view to identifying key learnings. • Support the integration of business continuity and operational resilience considerations within the risk management framework, including the identification, escalation and reporting of resilience-related risks in line with recognised public sector good practice. Compliance: • Support the management of and compliance with governance obligations of the Irish Prison Service, including legislative and regulatory requirements. • Map existing corporate and local compliance systems and practices across Directorates, Prisons and Support Units. • Work closely and constructively with operational managers to identify compliance issues, including potential system gaps and overlaps in existing compliance arrangements. • Design and support the implementation of compliance processes that provide effective second-line assurance to senior management on the completeness and effectiveness of internal controls. • Rollout and embed effective compliance processes, tools, methods, best practices, and training programmes. • Work closely with relevant regulatory bodies to determine compliance issues and take measures to resolve these in a proactive manner. • Produce compliance reports for the Annual Report and governance fora. • Provide oversight on the Irish Prison Service’s compliance activities. General: • Supervise risk and compliance staff, including the coaching and mentoring of team members, and optimise team performance. • Prepare annual business plans, policies and reports. • Work collaboratively with Internal Audit and relevant oversight interfaces. • Operate to high standards of professional judgement, confidentiality and independence. • Ensure outputs are well-documented, transferable and capable of being embedded within the Irish Prison Service. • Undertake other duties as delegated. The above 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. Entry Requirements Essential Requirements Candidates must demonstrate significant professional experience (at least five years) at a level appropriate to the Assistant Principal Officer grade in one or more of the following areas: • Enterprise risk management • Internal or external audit • Regulatory compliance • Governance • Assurance functions This experience must clearly demonstrate: • Responsibility for the development, maintenance or quality assurance of organisational risk management and/or compliance systems, including the operation and review of risk registers and associated controls. • Experience conducting structured reviews (such as audits, compliance reviews, risk reviews or investigations), including the analysis of evidence, identification of systemic issues, and preparation of clear, well-reasoned written reports for senior management or governance fora. • The ability to provide professional advice, oversight and constructive challenge to senior managers on risk, governance and compliance matters, exercising sound judgement in complex and sensitive operational environments. • The capacity to appropriately manage competing demands and deliver high-quality outputs in a regulated organisational context. Candidates must also demonstrate a knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly acquire a strong understanding of, the Irish criminal justice system and the operational environment in which the Irish Prison Service operates. Experience in the public service or in a similar regulated, operationally complex environment will be an advantage. Desirable: Membership of a recognised professional body in accountancy, internal audit, risk, compliance or governance (e.g. ACA, CPA, ACCA, CIMA, IIA, IRM or equivalent), including adherence to a professional code of ethics and continuing professional development requirements. In addition to the above, candidates must also be able to demonstrate the Key Capabilities identified for effective performance at the level of Assistant Principal Officer. Employer of Choice As an Employer of Choice the Civil Service has many flexible and family friendly policies e.g. Worksharing, Shorter Working Year, Remote Working (operated on a ‘blended’ basis) etc. All elective policies can be applied for in accordance with the relevant statutory provisions and are subject to the business needs of the organisation. The Civil Service also operates a Mobility scheme for all general service grades. This scheme provides staff with career opportunities to learn and partake in diverse roles across a range of Civil Service organisations and geographical locations. Eligibility and Certain Restrictions on Eligibility to Compete Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: • 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 • a citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or • a citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or • 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 and Reform letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform 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. 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 reemployment 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 reemployment 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 or 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 Regulations 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. Pay The Assistant Principal Officer PPC scale rates effective 1 February 2026 is as follows: €82,290.00 €85,320.00 €88,393.00 €91,475.00 €94,553.00 €96,329.00 (NMAX) €99,433.00 (LSI1) €102,550.00 (LSI2) Long service increments may be payable after 3 (LSI1) and 6 (LSI2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. 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 or 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 a civil servant or public servant recruited before 6th April 1995 and who is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Important Note 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 pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving civil or public servant. Subject to satisfactory performance increments may be payable in line with current Government Policy. Payment will be made fortnightly in arrears by Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) into a bank account of the appointee’s choice. Payment cannot be made until a bank account number, bank sort code, IBAN (International Bank Account Number) and BIC (Bank Identifier Code) has been supplied to the Human Resources Division of the Irish Prison Service. Statutory deductions from salary will be made as appropriate by the Department. The appointee will agree that any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses will be repaid in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members or Former Staff Members or 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. Notwithstanding this paragraph and the paragraph immediately following below, this will not preclude an extension of the probationary contract in appropriate circumstances. During the period of your probationary contract, your performance will be subject to review by your supervisor or supervisors to determine whether you: i. Have performed in a satisfactory manner ii. Have been satisfactory in general conduct 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) Civil Service Regulation Acts 1956–2005. This decision will be based on your performance assessed against the criteria set out above. The detail of the probationary process will be explained to you by the Irish Prison Service during your induction. 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. • Any other statutory provision providing that probation shall stand suspended during an employee’s absence from work and be completed by the employee on return from such absence. Where probation is suspended the employer should notify the employee of the circumstances relating to the suspension. The employee may, in these circumstances, make an application to the employer for an extension to the contract period. 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. Headquarters You will be assigned to the Irish Prison Service Headquarters, Ballinalee Road, Longford. An appointee’s headquarters may be designated from time to time by the Head of the Department or Office. When required to travel on official duty the appointee will be paid appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances, subject to normal civil service regulations. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 41 hours 15 minutes gross or 35 hours net per week. The successful candidate will be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties subject to the limits set down in the working time regulations. The rate of remuneration payable covers any extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time. Annual Leave The annual leave allowance for this position is 30 days. This leave is on the basis of a five day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Sick Leave Pay during properly certified sick absence, provided there is no evidence of permanent disability for service, will apply on a pro rata basis, in accordance with the provisions of the sick leave circulars. Officers who will be paying Class A rate of PRSI will be required to sign a mandate authorising the Department of Social Protection to pay any benefits due under the Social Welfare Acts directly to the Irish Prison Service. Payment during illness will be subject to the officer making the necessary claims for social insurance benefit to the Department of Social Protection within the required time limits.
