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About This Role Role Purpose The Chief Digital and Technology Officer (CDTO) will shape and lead Coimisiún naMeán’s use of data and technology in support of our regulatory functions,developing the organisation’s digital regulatory approach and building the technicalfunctions needed to deliver it. The CDTO will establish and oversee the Data,Technology Insights, and Digital Forensics teams. As the lead adviser to theCommissioners on technology matters, the CDTO will ensure the organisationremains informed, capable, and responsive to developments in the digitalenvironment. About the Division The Data and Technology Division of Coimisiún na Meán will play a central role insupporting the organisation’s regulatory, supervisory, and policy functions throughstrategic use of data, technology insights, and digital forensics. The divisionensures that Coimisiún na Meán is equipped to meet the challenges of a rapidlyevolving digital landscape and to act effectively in its oversight of regulated entities. You will stand up and lead a Data & Technology Division that supports supervision,investigations, enforcement and policy through: For queries related to the application or selection process related to this role, please contact cnam@cpl.ie Reasonable Accommodations Reasonable accommodations will be provided, if required, during the recruitment process. To discuss and request reasonable accommodations in confidence please contact amckiernan@cnam.ie Closing Date: 3pm, 20th November 2025
Administrator
Job Description & Summary Purpose-led work you’ll be part of As an administrator, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Responsible for:
Dispensing Optician
The role Location: Dun Laoghaire Salary: Package up to €50,000, depending on your experience PLUS Performance Based Bonus on Top Welcome Bonus: Welcome Bonus of up to €5,000 Working Hours: Full or part-time considered Experience Level: Must have previous experience working in an optician Come and join our accomplished team as a Dispensing Optician at Specsavers Dun Laoghaire, where we are at the height of customer care. Join us and help work to ensure every single one of our customers receives the very best patient experience. We’re community-focused and we need someone ready to use their passion, skills and experience to build on our ever-growing and loyal customer base. Our Dispensing Opticians are the face of our clinic on the shop floor and usually an integral part of our store management team, so we’re keen to get you up to speed with management responsibilities. With ILM courses, pre-reg supervision and Specsavers Partnership Pathway available, we can guide you on your way to becoming a great leader. This – along with your clinical expertise – will stand you in good stead if you choose to become a store director yourself one day. We’re dedicated to our customers, but what really makes this role stand out is that we offer a workplace with a difference - where people grow both personally and professionally. What’s on offer? Package up to €50,000 Welcome Bonus of up to €5,000 A highly rewarding performance-based bonus scheme Pension contribution Exceptional clinical and professional development opportunities The Role in a Nutshell: Ensure that you provide good levels of customer service to customers at all times. Liaise with Optometrists to ensure that each customer you dispense receives a consistent quality handover. Manage aftersales service (including complaints and problem-solving) in a customer service-focused ‘can do’ manner. Contribute to the achievement of individual and team sales targets by demonstrating effective professional sales techniques. Then there’s you Alongside being a qualified and CORU-registered Dispensing Optician, we are searching for someone who shares our store’s ethos. Someone who wants to grow, develop, and offer exceptional customer care along the way. We want a practitioner who prides themselves on their clinical judgment, that isn’t afraid of a hands-on approach and who is keen to get involved and build rapport with the rest of the team. In summary, we’re looking for a skilled Dispensing Optician to join us, be part of the team, and assist in driving our practice forward. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Trainee Optical Assistant
So, you’re a proactive people person, passionate about retail and offering the best customer service? Sounds like you’d be a great fit here. So, if you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Trainee Optical Assistant role could be perfect for you. As a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t need to have previous experience, you just need to be prepared to create an outstanding store environment for both our customers and our team, making sure every patient receives the best care in our stores. We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So, whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. What’s on Offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Public Arts Co-ordinator
About Fingal County Council Fingal is a highly attractive place to live, work, visit and do business. It comprises a geographical area of 450 sq.km stretching from Balbriggan in the north, to Blanchardstown in the west and to Howth in the east. The area is defined by the diversity of its landscape and settlement patterns with rural, urban and suburban locations all rolled into one county. There is 88kms of coastline, three large protected estuaries and salt marsh habitats and 13 major beaches. Fingal County Council is one of the county’s major local employers and currently employs approximately 1,600 staff. The Council is mandated to deliver a diverse range of functions and services which can be broadly described under the headings of the provision of physical and social infrastructure, housing, economic and tourism development, community development, recreation and amenity services and the management of the planning and environmental regulatory framework. The role of the County Council as provided for in law is to represent, lead and serve the communities of Fingal. 1. The Role The Arts Office of Fingal County Council is a development unit. It supports and promotes access and participation in the arts, through a range of innovation, and practical support allied with collaboration and strategic partnerships at local, regional and international level. This position supports the development, management and co-ordination of a public art programme, procured following Fingal County Council’s Public Art Policy 2024–2027. Commissioning under the public art programme is categorised under three strands: Per Cent for Art Scheme, Strategic & Capital Infrastructure Programme & Private Developer Commercial/Residential Programmes. Current active and priority areas include Swords, Balbriggan, & Dublin 15. The Public Art Co-ordinator will be an experienced Arts specialist with a clear vision for the role artists and community play in the development and delivery of Public Art projects. The Co-ordinator will work with, manage and broker service providers, artists, and communities of interest and place. The ideal candidate will be ambitious for the development of this partnership approach to Public Art commissioning and the growth of the programme in response to further opportunities within the Council’s Capital Programme. They will have a real commitment to the centrality of the public in this process. The Co-ordinator will be responsible for the procurement of goods and services, financial and resource management, administration, fundraising, marketing and promotion. This will include the management of the commissioning process, from brief development though selection/procurement, to delivery stage. The post holder will oversee care of the Council’s Public Art Collection and support the current commissioning schedules. The Public Art Coordinator will report directly to the Deputy Arts Officer: Public Art and support the Public Art Working/Steering Groups. They will represent the Council at public meetings, across Council departments and to national agencies where required. This role entails working closely with the Arts Office team and requires an ability and openness to working collaboratively. PUBLIC ARTS CO-ORDINATOR POST 2. Duties The general duties of the Public Arts Coordinator include, but are not limited to: The duties of the post include, but are not limited to, the following: • Ensure best practice and compliance with the terms of ‘Public Art in Ireland 2024–2028 - A Whole of Government Policy Framework to implement the Per Cent for Arts Scheme’ (awaiting launch) and Fingal County Council’s Public Art Policy 2024–2027. • Implementing the Public Art Policy and Strategy and promote the public art programme to local and national audiences. • Developing and implementing briefs particular to commissioning Fingal’s Commissioning Strategy as aligned with the Public Art Policy and guidelines of Fingal Council. • Ensure opportunities for Public Art funding are identified and included in all relevant Capital Strategic Developments. • Responding to Elected Member inquiries. • Attending and convening public meetings, meetings of artists and reporting to various Council Committees as required. • Administering and supporting the Project Management function of all Public Art Commissions ensuring best practice in curatorial approach, stakeholder management, cost control and health and safety. • Working in partnership and the support of the Arts Office Team & Public Art Working Group. The Co-ordinator will: • Manage delivery of a series of new commissions in response to the Fingal Public Art Strategic Programme Vision and the Council’s Public Art Policy. • Develop and research shared/co-commissioning models that engage with local communities. • Advocate for the development of Public Art opportunities and best practices, both internally in support of the Council’s Capital Programme. • Gather relevant data on investments and commissioning scope in relation to national funding mapping requirements. • Preparing case studies for websites. • Support and advise artists to meaningfully engage with Public Art opportunities, and managing tailored supports for emerging artists or those who wish to scale up or expand their practice into the context of the local authority. • Care for the Council’s Public Art Collection through a programme of documentation, mapping, condition audits and maintenance. • Work with the Arts Office team to support the delivery of the Council’s Arts Development Policies. • As a member of the Arts Office Team, the Public Art Co-ordinator Officer is a member of the Economic, Enterprise, Tourism & Cultural Development Department and has the statutory responsibilities shared by all Council Officials including Health and Safety, Budgetary Control and the Public Spending Code. These tasks which are indicative rather than exhaustive are carried out under general supervision of the Deputy Arts Officer. The person appointed will be required to work in any location within the Fingal administrative area as may be necessary for the role. 3. Qualifications and Requirements of the Post Character Each candidate must be of good character. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education, Training, Experience, Etc. Candidates must on the latest date of receipt of completed application forms have: a) Hold an ordinary degree (level 7 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications) in an Arts or Cultural discipline. b) Have at least three years satisfactory relevant arts development and administration experience including experience in the area of programme development and budget management. c) Have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation. d) Hold a current full unendorsed driving licence in respect of category B vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving Licence on the latest date for the receipt of completed applications. e) Be flexible to attend after hours functions as required. The ideal candidate shall: • Have an ability to build stakeholder engagement through excellent communication and negotiation skills. • Have an understanding of the Local Authority functions and the Arts role in that function. • Demonstrate evidence of excellent IT/multi-media skills. • Have the creative and project coordinator expertise to oversee the development and delivery of the Council’s Public Art Policy through a programme of Public Art commissions, projects and opportunities. • Have an in-depth knowledge of contemporary arts practice in Ireland. • Person must be flexible to attend after hours events as required. • Evidence of excellent communication, organisational, administrative and interpersonal skills. • Hold a current full Irish/E.U. driving license free from endorsement. • Have a proven track record in financial administration and project fundraising. • Have experience of socially engaged or community arts practice. • Have a proven track record in documentation and evaluation of arts projects. • Knowledge of international models of best practice in Public Art. 4. Benefits At Fingal County Council, we value our employees and want to support them to develop their careers. We offer flexible working arrangements, competitive salaries and pension benefits, a positive work environment, training and development opportunities, a defined career path in a supportive and inclusive culture and the opportunity to make a difference, along with the following benefits: ➢ Standard working day is 9-5 with Flexitime (up to 13 flexi days per year) ➢ Excellent Work/Life balance with Family Friendly Schemes such as Shorter Working Year and Work-sharing ➢ Opportunities for promotion and career development ➢ Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme ➢ Pension Scheme ➢ Blended Working available - up to 2 days per week ➢ Ongoing training and higher educational support ➢ Cycle to Work Scheme Please note that out of hours work is a requirement for this role and will be compensated by time off in lieu. 5. Particulars of Employment The employment is wholetime, permanent and pensionable. Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Probation (a) There shall be a period after such employment takes effect during which such persons shall hold such employment on probation. (b) Such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period. (c) Such persons shall cease to hold employment at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Salary €51,722, €53,266, €54,844, €56,454, €58,076, €59,967 (LSI 1), €61,865 (LSI 2) per annum. Persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of the scale. Holders of the post shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their post or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are employed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. Retirement Age The retirement age is 70 years. Recruitment A local authority may decide, by reason of the number of persons seeking admission to a competition, to carry out a shortlisting procedure. The number of persons to be invited, in these circumstances, to interview shall be determined by the local authority from time to time, having regard to the likely number of vacancies to be filled. Selection will be by means of an interview conducted by or on behalf of the local authority. Candidates will be required to pay any expenses incurred by them in attending the interview.
Senior Administrator
Job Overview Legal Metrology services provide a national service in the regulation of measuring instruments in trade use within the state. The number of trade use measuring instruments being placed on the market has increased since the formation of legal metrology services (LMS) in 1996 and more so in the last few years with the advancement of technology e.g. Supermarket checkout tills now all have in built weighing scales which fit under the remit of LMS. The role and function of legal metrology services includes the regulation and the market surveillance of all measuring instruments (including taxi meters) that are for trade use and packaged goods along with the verification of measuring instruments. Every year, more products are being placed on the marketplace which fall under the remit of LMS. The Senior Administrator is a new role created within the department who will support the senior management team of LMS along with providing business support for all aspects of business operations for the Legal Metrology Services division in providing their statutory services. Working closely with the legal metrology services management team, the post holder will drive key initiatives and ensure operational excellence across the legal metrology services division, in support of optimal stakeholder experience and delivery of NSAI’s strategic objectives. This role requires a combination of strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills, to effectively support the management team in achieving their objectives and driving sustainable growth. Key Tasks and Responsibilities • Strategic Planning o Collaborate with the management team to develop and execute strategic plans and operational initiatives aligned with organisational goals. o Develop actionable recommendations based on data-driven insights to optimise operational efficiency, mitigate risks, embed operational excellence and ensure legal and regulatory compliance. o Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships to drive collaboration and alignment on strategic initiatives, with internal NSAI departments, external partners, and stakeholders including external national/international bodies (e.g. WELMEC, OIML), other public sector agencies, departments etc. • Management Reporting o Support the collection, analysis, and interpretation of management reporting data and KPI’s to identify trends, insights, and areas for improvement, informing strategic decision-making processes. o Support the development of business cases, proposals, and presentations for executive review and approval, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and objectives. o Gather pertinent data and insights to produce monthly, quarterly and yearly reports, highlighting key achievements, financial performance, and future strategies in a clear and engaging manner. o Provide regular updates to the management team on performance metrics. • Staffing and Training o Manage the administrative team and the administrative requirements for the legal metrology services section. o Foster a culture of data-driven decision-making, continuous improvement, and accountability, empowering teams to achieve operational excellence. o Assist and participate in the recruitment and selection process for administration staff in the Legal Metrology department. o Oversee on-boarding and training plan for administration staff ensuring all elements of the training plan are executed effectively. o Assist and participate in the performance management of business support personnel (including PMDS, approval of annual leave, monitoring of time & attendance system, addressing queries and ensuring client files are processed in an efficient manner). • Administration duties o Act as a central liaison between the management team and key stakeholders, managing interactions, disseminating information, and facilitating efficient communication channels. o Provide financial management support for the section which includes management of invoicing any payments for the Legal Metrology services, procurement, budget preparation and management o Management of the legal metrology services risk, actions, issue and decision registers. o Management of data governance responsibilities to ensure ongoing compliance with relevant policies and regulations within the department. o Communications lead for Legal Metrology Services including website management. o Assist in management of the quality management system for legal metrology services. o Maintain strict confidentiality of matters relating to NSAI and business operations. • Perform any other duties as may be required by the head of the division. Qualifications and Experience Essential Criteria • Successful completion of a relevant 3rd level qualification. • A minimum 3 years’ experience in team leadership and client engagement. • Fully proficient in Microsoft Office packages. • Good team player and ability to work on own initiative • Ability to draw up records and reports • Will be able to demonstrate aptitude and a strong potential to learn quickly Desirable • Proven project management experience and ability to deliver projects on time • Proficient in quality management system and working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 17020, ISO 27001 • Experience in developing procedures and file management • Proficient in procurement and tendering process • Proficient in the requirements of FOI and GPDR • Experience working in a regulatory or legal environment an advantage. • Experience in preparation and management of court case files an advantage. Core Competencies • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate to people at all levels within and outside the NSAI • Exceptional writing and presentation skills. • Excellent budget and resource management • Excellent planning, organisational and administrative skills. • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Key Competencies for Senior Administrator Team Leadership • Works with the team to facilitate high performance, developing clear and realistic objectives and addressing performance issues if they arise • Provides clear information and advice as to what is required of the team • Strives to develop and implement new ways of working effectively to meet objectives • Leads the team by example, coaching and supporting individuals as required • Places high importance on staff development, training and maximising skills & capacity of team • Is flexible and willing to adapt, positively contributing to the implementation of change. Analysis and Decision Making • Gathers and analyses information from relevant sources, whether financial, numerical or otherwise weighing up a range of critical factors • Takes account of any broader issues and related implications when making decisions • Uses previous knowledge and experience to guide decisions • Draws accurate conclusions and makes fair and balanced recommendations backed up by evidence • Puts forward solutions to address problems Management & Delivery of Results • Takes responsibility and is accountable for the delivery of agreed objectives • Successfully manages a range of different projects and work activities simultaneously • Structures and organises their own and others work effectively • Is logical and pragmatic in approach, delivering the best possible results with the resources available • Delegates work effectively, providing clear information and evidence as to what is required • Proactively identifies areas for improvement and develops practical suggestions for their implementation • Demonstrates enthusiasm for new developments/changing work practices and strives to implement these changes effectively • Applies appropriate systems/processes to enable quality checking of all activities and outputs • Practices and promotes a strong focus on delivering high quality customer service, for internal and external customers Interpersonal & Communication Skills • Builds and maintains contact with colleagues and other stakeholders to assist in performing in the role • Acts as an effective link between staff and senior management • Encourages open and constructive discussions around work issues • Is assertive and professional when dealing with challenging issues • Treats others with diplomacy, tact, courtesy and respect, even in challenging circumstances Expresses self in articulate and clear manner when speaking and in writing Specialist Technical Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Has a clear understanding of the role, objectives and targets and how they support the work of the Standards and Legal Metrology Department. • Has high levels of expertise and broad Public-Sector knowledge relevant to his/her area of work • Focuses on self-development, striving to improve performance • Displays technical competence in their related sector with the ability to analyse and communicate complex technical material Starting Salary Candidates should note that entry will be at the first point of the appropriate scale and will not be subject to negotiation. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Duties of the Post The duties and responsibilities set out in this job description are indicative of responsibilities related to this role. As with all posts, the nature of NSAI business is evolving and flexibility is required to adapt to changing business needs. Annual Leave Annual Leave 29 working days rising to 30 working days after 5 years’ service. This leave is exclusive of Public Holidays. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 hours net Monday to Friday per week. No additional payment will be made for extra attendance as the rate of remuneration payable covers any exceptional extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time. Tenure The appointment will be on a full-time, basis. The appointee must serve a probationary period, which lasts for 6 months. Should the appointee’s service be satisfactory with regards to health, conduct, and efficiency generally during the probationary period, the appointee, on completion of the period will be finally appointed. Should the appointee’s services be unsatisfactory, the appointment may be terminated at any time during the period. Location This position will be based at 1 Swift Square, Northwood, Santry, Dublin 9. Confidentiality and Conflict of Interest Employees are prohibited from having any personal or financial interest in any industry that NSAI certifies from the date of appointment with the NSAI. Employees are prohibited from disclosing any information in relation to the business of any person obtained in his/her capacity as an officer of the NSAI. Superannuation and Retirement The appointee will be offered public service pension terms and retirement age conditions in accordance with pension arrangements in NSAI depending on the status of the successful appointee: a) In general, an individual who has no prior pensionable Public Service history in the 26 weeks prior to appointment will be a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (Single Scheme) which commenced from 1 January 2013 [Section 10 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 refers]; b) An individual who was a member of a “pre-existing public service pension scheme” as construed by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 and who does not qualify for membership of the Single Scheme will have standard public service pension terms reflecting new entrant or non-new entrant status for the purposes of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004.
Assistant Professor
Purpose of Position The key functions of this position are to teach a range of School programmes, develop academic programmes and programme-related materials, and carry out research in areas as specified in this advert. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in computing. The current positions are in cybersecurity and cloud computing. The School of Computing is one of Ireland's largest Schools of Computing with academic programmes at the leading edge of industry requirements within an innovation-intensive environment. Our school faculty is strongly focused on applied research on different aspects of computer science, with current involvement in several EU projects. Additionally, the School has strong industry links, is a part of the Dublin Regional Innovation Consortium, and encourages inventions, patents, and spinouts. Reporting to: Dean of the School of Computing Key Relationships: Candidates should note that they may be required to submit documentary evidence in support of any particulars given by them in their application for the post. Data Protection Acts 1988 to 2018 and the Freedom of Information Acts 1997 to 2014 as amended Data collected for the purposes of recruitment activities NCI conducts recruitment processes to fill vacancies within the college. When applying for these competitions applicants are asked to submit a range of documents, e.g., a completed application form, CV and/or a personal statement or cover letter. For the purposes of recruitment activities, we will not collect any personal data that we do not need to assess your candidature for a role with us. Legal Basis for Processing NCI ’s legal basis for the processing of this data is a combination of individual consent, contractual necessity and legal obligations. Withdrawal of Consent Applicants can withdraw their consent for the processing of their personal data at any time by notifying the College. It is important to note that withdrawal of consent prior to the completion of the process will be considered as a withdrawal of the application. What we do with your data People who are directly employed by NCI and are based in Ireland process all the personal data collected for both recruitment and HR purposes. Shortlisting HR draft up the shortlisting documents and provide the initial screening to determine if a person meets the essential criteria of the competition. A shortlisting panel is generally made up of two senior grade staff members from the relevant department for which the role is being recruited. Sharing of your data Where you have been successfully shortlisted for a post, each interview panel member will be furnished with a copy of the relevant information of those who will be attending interview in order that they can review applications in advance of the interview process. All such information will be returned to NCI and shredded following the competition process. Some of the interview panel will be external interviewers, who are not employees of NCI but are engaged for the purpose and are strictly subject to the rules and policies of the College. Access Applicants can request and receive access to their data at any time and can request and receive a copy of this data, in electronic/transferable format. Erasure Applicants can request the data held be erased. In this case, the application for a position is considered withdrawn. Rectification Applicants can have any incorrect information corrected. Objection / Withdraw Applications can object to this information being processed and/or can request to withdraw from the application process Complain Applicants can make a complaint to our internal Information Governance and Data Protection Officer NCI Information Governance and Data Protection Officer National College of Ireland, Mayor Street, IFSC, Dublin 1 Tel (Direct): + 353 1 4498 523 ; Tel (Reception): + 353 1 4498 500 And/or make a complaint to the relevant authority Data Protection Commission, 21 Fitzwilliam Square South, Dublin 2, D02 RD28 Tel: +353 (0) 761 104 800 National College of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer and is a Member of the Athena SWAN Charter. NCI is committed to serving our diverse community and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups.
Director Of Nursing
Director of Nursing – Permanent/Full-time The Director of Nursing is responsible for leading the nursing team as part of a wider multidisciplinary approach at St John of God University Hospital and for the strategic and operational effectiveness of the service. As a member of the Executive Management Team, the post holder will contribute significantly to the strategic planning process. S/he will be required to identify and implement new service developments and improvements and to manage the changes in nursing practice and policy as required. They will be responsible for leading the delivery of forward thinking, compassionate, human rights based and regulatory compliant nursing service which is effective, efficient, safe and quality-assured providing for best in class practice. The Director of Nursing is principally concerned with policy matters, the co-ordination of activities, ensuring that all nursing personnel are facilitated and trained to carry out their roles and ensuring that these functions are effectively and efficiently implemented. In so doing, the post holder will ensure the provision of such leadership in accordance with the ethos and values of SJOGUH. Essential Qualifications: · Not less than five years experience in senior nursing management roles in an acute mental healthcare setting. · Significant acute in-patient mental health nursing experience within a multidisciplinary setting. · Excellent understanding of Clinical Governance, Service Planning, Service Provision and Resource Management and Regulatory Compliance. · Excellent experience in the area of Education, Research and Practice Development
Senior Clinical/counselling Psychologist Or Halftime
Purpose of the Post · To provide a senior level of professional practice, clinical leadership, educational and professional development with The Centre for Obesity Management at St. Columcille’s Hospital. · To work within the Consultant-led MDT and contribute to the continuous improvement of evolving service provision, including change processes within service planning, clinical service delivery, triage and service audit. · To act as a resource and provide expert opinion, education and guidance locally and nationally to other health care professionals and services regarding the evidence based care of people living with obesity (PwO). · To advocate for patients at senior level to promote improvements in patient experience and outcome via involvement with professional organisations and media. · To participate in research in the area of obesity to promote improved understanding of the clinical management of the disease of obesity. · To provide support and supervision to basic grade psychologists, psychologists in clinical/counselling training or assistant psychologists. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Senior Clinical Psychologist will: Professional Practice · Provide psychology service delivery within the Level 3 (Outpatient) and Level 4 (Surgical) services. · Provide clinical expertise, supervision, teaching, and CPD for psychologists and the wider MDT within the Level 3 and 4 services to promote a wide variety of high quality & clinically effective interventions. · Collaborate in the clinical assessment, case management and delivery of complex interventions to high-risk patients attending the service, including individuals with complex childhood trauma, eating disorders and other psychological issues that may impact an individual’s ability to engage with their treatment such as depression, anxiety, internalised weight bias, severe and enduring mental health issues and chronic pain. · Contribute in the clinical triage of care pathways that deliver tailored interventions including prioritisation for (a) the COM Inpatient Rehabilitation Programme within St Columcille’s Hospital and (b) case preparation and consideration for progression to bariatric surgery within the Level 4 service · Demonstrate evidence-based practice through the process of advanced clinical reasoning and decision-making and apply this to the assessment, formulation and treatment of complex cases. Service Quality, Safety and Risk Management · Contribute to the development of care pathways and high standards of safe and effective clinical care for the psychological care of severe and complicated obesity. · Support changes to work practices and procedures and innovative new models of care for best practice in keeping with emerging evidence, to sustain and enhance service delivery. · Work within the agreed Senior Psychology competency level in terms of triage and an advanced practice role. · Work collaboratively with other psychologists to facilitate department and service improvement, and to maintain the goal of operational excellence within the Centre for Obesity Management Service. · Identify, assess and report identified service risks and contribute to the management and review of these risks. · Set, monitor and report on Key Performance Indicators annually to evaluate service performance as a benchmark to quality assure service delivery in line with international best practice · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etcand comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Leadership and Team Work · Work as part of an MDT, embracing the concepts of both intra- and inter-disciplinary competencies and contributions to deliver synergistic and integrated interventions that maximise patient and service outcomes. · Engage with the development and delivery of efficient and effective communication and collaboration pathways within the MDT and wider service. · Gain a breadth and depth of knowledge in relation to the psychological complications associated with severe and complex obesity that may impact on self-management strategies and outcomes, to promote advanced clinical reasoning in the delivery of complex MDT interventions. · Work at an advanced level to assess, triage and develop appropriate referral pathways for patients locally including bariatric surgery and externally to appropriate community and specialist services. · Collaborate with the MDT to support continuous improvement, adaptation and change of work practices and procedures to deliver innovative, efficient and effective models of care in keeping with emerging evidence and service needs. Education and Development · Initiate and participate in self-directed structured CPD · Participate in CPD planning and delivery within The Centre For Obesity Management Services in St Columcille’s Hospital · Act as an expert resource, both locally and nationally, to provide training and educational CPD opportunities in the area of obesity for other HCPs. · Provide specialist placements for trainees from doctoral level clinical and counselling psychology training programmes in accordance with the department’s commitment to post-graduate training programmes. · Work within the competency limits of professional expertise and actively collaborate with other disciplines and other services to enhance patient outcomes Research · Track record of presenting research findings related to psychological treatment for persons living with obesity at psychology conferences. · Evaluate the effectiveness and outcomes of new or altered therapies as they emerge and support the implementation of revised clinical practice based on the results. · Support and contribute to local and professional body journal clubs, and relevant special interest groups, where new research findings are disseminated. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Candidates must by the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the post possess: Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. Eligible applicants must: i. Have a university degree or diploma (QQ1 level 8 equivalent) obtained with 1st or 2nd class honours in which Psychology was taken as a major subject and honours obtained in that subject And ii. Have an Irish post-graduate professional psychology qualification accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland in Clinical or Counselling Psychology Or An equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction validated by the Department of Health. And iii. Demonstrate competence in Adult Psychology. And iv. Applicants must have at least five years satisfactory post-graduate experience in the area of professional psychology, no more than three years of which was spent in gaining the postgraduate professional qualification and no less than two years full-time spent in post-qualification experience as a professional psychologist. Years in excess of the permitted three years for completion of the post-graduate training or time not worked will not be taken into consideration when assessing the five years’ experience requirement. 1.2 Experience: • Candidates are required to demonstrate experience of working as a professional psychologist within a multidisciplinary team • Candidates are required to demonstrate experience of working as a professional psychologist with an adult population, ideally within a hospital environment 2. Professional Development Practice Candidates must demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development And Candidates must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, management, leadership and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. 3. Health Candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 4. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements · Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience of working as a professional psychologist within a multidisciplinary team with an adult clinical population Other requirements specific to the post Have access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Candidates must demonstrate: Professional Knowledge Please complete and upload the application form attached to the job advert CVs will not be accepted
Disneyland Paris - Character & Parade Performers
Looking for: Disney Character Look-Alikes, Disney Character Performers, and Parade Performers Tuesday, October 28, 2025 09:00 AM Time zone: Dublin DISNEYLAND PARIS – AUDITION for CHARACTER & PARADE PERFORMERS (F/M/NB) – CORK, IRELAND – 10/28/25 Location: Montfort College of Performing Arts Disneyland Paris is looking for Character & Parade Performers to join our pool of ©Disney and/or MARVEL universe performers. Are you dynamic, creative, meticulous, punctual, and would like to join our multicultural team of artists at Disneyland Paris? If you are drawn to the artistic world, have experience in animation, dance or acting, you too can be part of our team that creates magical experiences and make our guests' dreams become reality. Join one of the biggest internships in Europe by applying to one of our auditions. WE ARE SEEKING: · Character & Parade Performers - F/M/NB. Height requirements : 4’6” to 5’1” (137cm – 154cm) or 5’11” to 6’4” (180cm – 193cm) Spatially aware, energetic, creative and with good physical stamina. A good level of dance is required through significant training and/or internship experiences. Classical/modern jazz style. Acting skills is a plus. · Character & Parade Performers (Character Look-Alikes) - F/M/NB. Heights for male presenting performers from 5’7” to 6’3” (170cm – 191cm) Roles include; Aladdin, Bert, Black Panther, Captain America, Flynn Rider, Kristoff, Loki, Prince Charming, Prince Eric, Prince Phillip, Spider-Man, Prince Naveen and many more… Heights for female presenting performers from 5’3” to 5’8” (160cm – 173cm) Roles include; Anna, Ariel, Belle, Black Widow, Captain Marvel, Elsa, Mary Poppins, Merida, Mulan, Princess Jasmine, Princess Tiana, Rapunzel, Snow White and many more… Candidates should be willing and able to demonstrate high energy level, a full range of motions with their bodies, and good coordination. AUDITION DETAILS and ADDRESS: October 28th , 2025, at 9.30am MONTFORT COLLEGE OF PERFORMING ARTS Unit 2, South Link Business Park Kinsale Road, Cork, T12X RW1 APPLICATION PROCESS: We highly recommend that candidates check-in online, prior to the day of the audition to save time, but if you are unable to do so, you will have the opportunity to check in the morning of the audition. STEP 1 - CREATION OF CANDIDATE PROFILE Please visit www.disneyauditions.com and click "My_Profile" to create or update your performer profile. Please note that any information on your profile is confidential. Only you and the Disney Casting Team can view it. Adding recent photos (min 2 with Portrait and Full length), CV, height info, additional showreels, is highly encouraged. STEP 2 - CHECK-IN INSTRUCTIONS Click on CheckIn@DisneyAuditions.com and select the following audition: “DISNEYLAND PARIS – AUDITION for CHARACTER & PARADE PERFORMERS (F/M/NB) – CORK, IRELAND – 10/28/25 Take your selfie to complete the check-in process. You are all set! STEP 3 - THE AUDITION Now that you have completed the audition check-in you simply need to join us on the day of the audition. A Disneyland Paris representative will be present between 9.00am and 9.30am to welcome you. Candidates may be asked to stay until 5.45pm (At the very latest). You are not required to prepare any audition materials prior to your arrival. The requirements to access the building and attend the hearing are subject to the health and safety regulations applicable to the country and city in question. Recommended attire: · For the audition, please wear comfortable clothing. · Face masks are optional. · Should you arrive early, you may be asked to wait outside the building until invited inside by one of our Casting Team members or representatives. · If you are accompanied by friends or family, they will be asked to wait for you outside in order not to disrupt the audition. STANDARD CONTRACTS : · Date to date (minimum of 6 months) and open-ended contracts are available. · Contract start dates can be within a six-month period following the audition. · Housing can be available. Successful candidates needing a Visa to work in France will be informed of the necessary application process. These positions may include some night work and are subject to French law which requires candidates to be 18 years of age to legally work in France in accordance with the protection of young workers. About Disneyland Paris: · As the leading European company in entertainment, we create and produce the most Magical shows, parades and festivals throughout the year on 16 different stages. · As a Cast Member at Disneyland Paris team, you share our philosophy and become part of a community of professional artists (F/M/NB) and technicians (F/M/NB). This is your chance to work with the most advanced technical and artistic means in the world. Begin your new adventure and become part of this unique experience filled with memories that will last a lifetime.
