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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 Reporting to the Environment, Climate Action, Active Travel and Sports Directorate, The Litter Warden will play a pivotal role in enforcing litter laws and promoting cleanliness throughout the County as set out in the objectives and actions of the Fingal County Council Litter Management Plan. The Litter Warden will also liaise directly with the Dog Warden Service contractor and the Animal Welfare Section on issues relating to the issuing of Litter Fines, patrols and educational awareness activities. Liaise and co-operate with the Waste Enforcement Section and the Operations Department on issues regarding litter enforcement and illegal dumping. 2. Duties The key duties of the Litter Warden include, but are not limited to: Candidates may be shortlisted for interview based on the desirables listed above. Uniform The person appointed will be required to wear a uniform, including a luminous safety vest, and all other appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (which will be supplied by the Council) at all times when on duty, unless otherwise authorised by the County Council. Particulars of Employment The employment is whole time, 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 €766.61 - €802.34 per week 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. Panels may be formed on the basis of such interviews. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the local authority that they possess the qualification declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for employment may, within the life of the panel, be employed as appropriate vacancies arise. The local authority shall require a person to whom employment is offered to take up such employment within a period of not more than 6 weeks and if he or she fails to take up the employment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not employ the person.
Sales Representative
Description Join a Legacy. Grow a Future. For almost 200 years, we have proudly supported Ireland’s builders, tradespeople, contractors, and homeowners with quality products, trusted advice, and dependable service. Our Longford branch is inviting you to shape our growth story for the next generation. We are seeking an experienced Sales Representative to represent us in the Longford region , develop business relationships, and help customers build their projects with confidence. What You’ll Do Build and maintain customer relationships across trade, construction, and domestic sectors Drive new business development and nurture existing accounts Prepare quotations, pricing proposals, and follow-up activities Collaborate with internal teams to ensure excellent service delivery Identify market trends, competitor insights, and growth opportunities Represent our brand at branch events, supplier promotions, and customer days What You Bring Experience in field sales, ideally in a builders merchant or construction environment A customer-first mindset and ability to plan, prospect, and convert opportunities Strong communication, negotiation, and follow-up capability Market or product knowledge in building materials an advantage Full clean driving licence What Makes Us Different - Your Benefits Here, you’re joining more than a job, you’re joining a company where people stay, grow, and belong. We offer: Career Growth & Professional Support · Training and development · Further education assistance · Professional memberships and certification · Internal promotions and career progression Personal & Lifestyle Benefits · Celebrating life events with baby gifts, new home gifts, marriage leave · Paid maternity and paternity leave · Retirement readiness support · Milestone recognition: 5-year service awards, bonus & leave increases Financial & Wellbeing Rewards · Company Vehicle, laptop & mobile phone · Contributory company pension · Death-in-service cover · Christmas bonus · Employee discounts · Employee social events Be part of what we build next.
Gardener
QUALIFICATIONS Applications on the official form are invited from qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which Permanent or Temporary appointments may be made as Gardener for positions as they arise. CHARACTER: Each candidate shall be of good character. HEALTH: Each candidate must be in a state of health as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application form: a) Have satisfactorily completed The National Diploma in Horticulture at the National Botanic Gardens, Horticulture College or equivalent qualification AND b) Hold a full unendorsed driving licence (Category B or equivalent) that permits permanent driving in Ireland AND Hold a valid work permit if required All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. It is desirable for candidates to: • Hold a current safe pass card on taking up duty • Have a good knowledge of mechanical plant including the agricultural tractor and ancillary equipment • Have the ability to oversee and implement a programme of works and/or significant landscape project undertaken by direct labour or outside contractors or a combination of these • Have a good knowledge and understanding of environmental issues and be familiar with relevant legislation • A knowledge of the cultivation of plants, both outdoor and under glass, as well as a good knowledge of decorative gardening • Have a thorough knowledge of landscape/amenity horticulture • Experience in the use and care of tools, machines and appliances used in the maintenance of parks and gardens Candidates will demonstrate through their application form and at interview the following skills and attributes: • Understanding of the role • Ability to apply previous experience to the role • Good communication and interpersonal skills • Self-motivated with a record of demonstrating initiative and ability to use judgement in a workplace environment • Be capable of dealing satisfactorily with outside bodies, residents associations, public representatives etc. • Capacity to contribute to and work well in a team • Sufficient knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety requirements, legislation and regulations • Flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties can involve working outside of normal hours as required • Knowledge of the services provided by Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council • Demonstrate customer awareness skills and a positive customer service attitude • Ability to maintain accurate and complete records of all tasks carried out in hard copy and electronic format • Have ability to supervise depot staff, students and contractors operating within their area and be competent in their supervision and be able to demonstrate this • Ability to take and record measurements including basic surveying, levelling and setting out procedures • Be capable of keeping a written record PARTICULARS OF THE POSITION The office is permanent, whole-time and pensionable. WAGES – WEEKLY RATE: €806.28; €828.41; €882.40; €; €888.15; €893.90; €899.21; €904.96; €910.27; €916.03; €921.34; €927.09 (Incremental Scale) Rates as at 1/02/2026 A daily travel allowance equivalent to one hour rate of pay and daily meal allowance is also applicable. Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department Housing, Planning and Local Government. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011 will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office 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 office or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE): As a condition of employment, the holder of the post will be required, at all times when on duty, to wear such items of personal protective equipment as are specified from time to time by Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION: Persons who become pensionable officers 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 dependant or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable officers 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 officers of a Local Authority will be required in respect of the 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. RETIREMENT: New entrants recruited to the Public Service on or after 1 January 2013 Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited to the Public Service for the first time on or after 1 January 2013 (the commencement date of the Single Scheme) will be members of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Pension age Minimum pension age is linked to the State Pension age which is currently 66 but may be subject to change. Compulsory retirement age Scheme members must retire at the age of 70. In all other cases, staff recruited on or after 1 January 2013 who were employed in the Public Service on 31 December 2012 or within a period prior to 31 December 2012 not exceeding 26 weeks will retain their existing pension scheme terms and conditions. In certain circumstances, e.g. where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26-week rule does not apply. Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees, under that scheme, are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. HOURS OF WORK Applicants will be required to work a 39 hour week, Monday to Friday (08:00 – 16:30 Monday to Thursday; 08:00 – 15:30 on Friday). They will be required to work overtime as required. They must work as required on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays for which payment at the appropriate rate will be made. PROBATION: When a person is not already a permanent officer of a Local Authority within the public service Ireland and is appointed to a permanent office, the following provisions shall apply: a. There shall be a period after such appointment takes effect during which such person shall hold office on probation b. Such period shall be one year c. Such person shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation unless, during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person in such office is satisfactory ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave entitlement for the position of Gardener is 24 days per annum in accordance with Department of Environment, Community and Local Government Circular LG(P) 07/2011. Prior authorisation is essential before annual leave is taken. The granting of annual leave at any particular time is always subject to the requirements of the Council and all annual leave is liable to suspension during periods of exceptional pressure. The final decision in allocating leave rests with Management. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway, or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK), or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons, or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa, or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa, or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent Irish citizen child and has been granted residence permission (usually Stamp 4) DUTIES: The post holder will be required to carry out all the duties allocated to them by the Council under the direction and supervision of the relevant Supervisor, which will include but are not limited to: a. The person selected for the post will report to the Senior Executive Parks & Landscape Officer or other authorised person b. Supervise and control staff who may be detailed to assist them c. Participation in the PMDS process d. Be responsible for the efficiency of works in the area and to carry out all instructions/inspections and furnish any reports, diaries, records or other particulars described by the Senior Executive Parks & Landscape Officer or other authorised person e. Be responsible for the use and care of tools, machines and appliances used in the maintenance of parks and gardens f. Being available to attend to emergency work outside of normal working hours and participating in an emergency call out roster if required g. Propagation and cultivation of plants and for the layout, care, upkeep, maintenance and control of ornamental pleasure and recreational grounds in the parks, gardens and open spaces to which they may from time to time be assigned h. Attendance at meetings and workshops arranged by Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council i. To maintain accurate and complete records of all tasks carried out in hard copy and electronic format j. Co-operating and availing of any new technology and/or systems which may become available to assist in the effective and efficient carrying out of duties or as may be required k. Ensure that all works being carried out comply with the relevant Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Acts and Regulations, including the completion of Risk Assessments/SSWPs and Accident/Incident forms l. Complying with Health & Safety requirements of the Council and wear/use any safety equipment/clothing supplied m. Operate in accordance with current best practice requirements in relation to the activities that staff carry out n. Operating a Council vehicle as part of work responsibilities and utilising a mobile phone or other electronic devices when required o. In addition, they may also be required to co-operate fully in the implementation of security arrangements for plant, equipment, etc., as well as security within the Council’s Parks p. To co-operate and contribute to operational reviews q. To co-operate and contribute to value for money initiatives r. To participate fully in any initiative aimed to increase customer satisfaction and quality of service to the community The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the Council. The duties of the post are to give to the local authority and to: a. The local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive is Chief Executive, and b. To any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies referred to in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate computing, technical, management, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties and to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the post will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. LOCATION & RESIDENCE Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council reserves the right to assign employees to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future subject to reasonable notice. RECRUITMENT Pursuant to article 8 of the Local Government (Appointment of Officers) Regulation, 1974, the Minister has given directions as follows: i. Selection of candidates for appointment shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted by or on behalf of the Local Authority. The interview will be competency based. Candidates will be required to demonstrate knowledge of the key duties and responsibilities for this role. Please note that the interview may be held in person or online. ii. DLRCC reserves its right to shortlist candidates, in the manner it deems most appropriate, to proceed to the interview stage of the competition. Following receipt of all applications, job applicants may be shortlisted for assessment based on the extent to which they meet the criteria from the job description and/or where it would not be practical to interview all applicants. Aptitude testing may in some circumstances be used to facilitate the shortlisting process. If required, the testing will be performed through a 3rd party provider and submission of an application for employment is regarded as consent to share your information for the purposes of shortlisting and recruitment. Your information will be provided for the sole purpose of shortlisting suitable candidates and for no other purpose. Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council will ensure any 3rd party fully complies with GDPR and Data Protection legislation. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your relevant qualifications/experience on the application form and also to demonstrate sufficient evidence of the competencies required for this position under each competency heading which are detailed above. Shortlisting does not suggest that candidates are necessarily unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the job, rather that there are some candidates who, based on their application, appear to be better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. Shortlisting may take the form of desk-top shortlisting, aptitude test and/or preliminary interview or combinations thereof. iii. If a candidate wishes to appeal either a shortlisting or interview board decision, they must do so within five working days of being notified of this decision. The appeal must clearly state the grounds of appeal which must be emailed to The Appeals Officer recruitment@dlrcoco.ie . The HR Department will evaluate the grounds of the appeal. If grounds for an appeal are not upheld, HR Management will notify the candidate in writing of this outcome and no further action will be taken. If the grounds upon which the appeal is made are upheld, the HR Department will notify the candidate of this outcome and corrective action will be taken. The decision of the HR Department on the appeal is final. iv. Panels may be formed on the basis of such interviews. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the Local Authority that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may, within the life of the panel, be appointed as appropriate vacancies arise. The life of the panel will not be more than one year reckoned from the date of the formation of the panel unless extended. v. The Local Authority shall require persons to whom appointments are offered to take up such appointments within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointments within such period or such longer period as the Local Authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the Local Authority shall not appoint them. vi. An applicant who withdraws their application at any stage of the competition will not be permitted to re-enter the competition at a later stage. ADDITIONAL RELEVANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS • The National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 came into effect on 29th April 2016. The Act places a statutory obligation on DLRCC to ensure that any work or activity which is carried out by a person, a necessary and regular part of which consists mainly of a person having access to or contact with children or vulnerable persons will be subject of Garda Vetting. • Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence. • It is important to remember that this is a competitive process for a role where integrity is paramount. Sharing information on the selection/interview process, e.g. through social media or any other means, may result in a candidate being disqualified from the competition. • DLRCC does not allow the unsanctioned use of any type of recording equipment on its premises. This applies to any form of sound recording and any type of still picture or video recording, whether including sound recording or not, and covers any type of device used for these purposes. • An applicant who is found to be ineligible at any stage of the competition will not be further considered. Provision of inaccurate, untrue or misleading information will lead to disqualification from the competition, withdrawal of employment offer or dismissal. • A candidate who does not attend for interview when and where required by the Council, or who does not, when requested, furnish such evidence as Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council require in regard to any matter relevant to their candidature, will no longer be considered for selection. • In the event of an offer of employment, each candidate will be required to provide evidence that they meet all the criteria as set out above and on receipt of satisfactory references. Examples of some of the current Employee Benefits include: • A range of family friendly policies • A staff health screening programme • Availability of a Cycle to Work Scheme • A range of learning and developmental opportunities • Paid maternity and paternity leave • Automatically entered into a pension scheme • Access to the services provided under Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council’s Employee Assistance Programme
Sláintecare Local Development Officer
THE ROLE The Sláintecare Local Development Officer positions are assigned functional responsibility for the management of their respective Sláintecare Healthy Communities Area. The Sláintecare Local Development Officer is the primary point of contact and liaison with other sections in relation to all operational matters for the Sláintecare Healthy Communities Programme for which they are responsible and other assigned duties/functions, depending on the organisational arrangements in place. The post holder will work under the direction and control of the Senior Executive Officer or analogous grade or other officer designated by the Chief Executive or Director of Executive Manager as appropriate. The Sláintecare Local Development Officer is responsible for management of the day-to-day operations of the relevant programme and is a contributor to the strategic and policy making decisions of the local authority. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the development and implementation of policies and strategies and to work closely with the elected councillors and senior managers in delivering services to the highest standard. The post holder may represent the Local Authority on committees and at meetings, including for example Area Committee Meetings, Strategic Policy Committee meetings and may be asked to report on progress in their respective section or department. The position requires professionals with the ability to co-ordinate, influence, and lead cross sectoral and community initiatives that: • Address health inequalities • Promote prevention and wellbeing • Build resilient, inclusive communities within Dublin City Council The role will support the delivery of: • The emerging outcomes framework for Healthy Ireland in 2026 • The WHO European Healthy Cities Network (Phase VIII) objectives at local and regional levels The role prioritises actions to improve the wider determinants of health through local government’s statutory and developmental responsibilities, with a strong emphasis on: • Empowering communities and fostering inclusive participation • Research, innovation, and evidence-informed decision-making • Intersectoral collaboration across public, private, and community stakeholders • Data management, monitoring, and reporting on programme outcomes THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHALL HAVE • Knowledge and understanding of Sláintecare Reform, Healthy Ireland Outcomes Framework • Experience of building, managing and nurturing partnerships and relationships across a wide range of key stakeholders • An understanding and/or experience of local government structures and political environment • Facilitation and group-work skills • An understanding of those who experience health inequalities • Experience of report writing, strategic planning and funding application processes • Effective communication skills • Excellent IT & administration skills, including MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint • Good character with a friendly, open and outgoing disposition is essential • The ability to stay focused and resilient under pressure • The capacity to interact effectively with local elected members and people from a broad range of sectors including local development/community organisations • The enthusiasm for meeting and working with a variety of people and groups on an ongoing basis • Experience in managing budgets and finances and experience with processing payments • An understanding and/or experience in gathering qualitative and quantitative data, analysis, research and evaluation to policy and practice • An appreciation of use of social media and varied communication platforms • An understanding of multi-level governance and/or experience of working across local, regional, national and European contexts QUALIFICATIONS CHARACTER: Candidates shall 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, EXPERIENCE, ETC.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Hold a third-level degree (NFQ Level 8 or higher) in a relevant field such as community/sports development, youth work, social sciences, public health, social policy, public administration, planning, or related discipline. A minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in any of the following: • Local government, public sector, or similar roles involving strategic planning, project coordination, or community engagement • Work with disadvantaged communities or target populations to address social exclusion or inequality • Cross-sectoral co-ordination or partnership development • Policy development, research, or evaluation related to the determinants of health • Operating effectively within political, community and policy-making environments, demonstrating ability to work across boundaries of role, sector and geography • Project management, budgeting and performance-monitoring experience DUTIES The duties of the post include, but are not limited to, the following: • Work intensively with identified disadvantaged areas and marginalised groups to co-design health and wellbeing interventions that reflect local priorities • Apply principles of empowerment, participation, social justice, and equality in all aspects of planning and delivery • Collaborate with local Sláintecare Healthy Communities Programme services (e.g., HSE, family support, education providers) to ensure integrated and improved delivery of health and wellbeing initiatives, promotion and support programmes • Use and gather relevant local datasets to target communities experiencing the greatest health inequities and build an evidence base for resource allocation or interventions • Develop a 5-year Sláintecare Healthy Communities Work Programme based on local needs and priorities, established through innovative and participatory community engagement and needs assessment exercises, with Annual Action Plans including seed funding to implement local priorities • Map, align, and leverage local authority activities that influence the wider determinants of health, incorporating them into relevant Healthy Ireland data-gathering exercises • Advise elected members and senior executives on policies and programmes related to health, equality, and wellbeing • Facilitate Community Health and Wellbeing Networks and support the development of local wellbeing forums and leadership initiatives within communities • Co-ordinate, facilitate and deliver Social Inclusion programmes and projects including but not limited to youth programmes, non-fire night and community initiatives • Collaborate with social inclusion programmes and initiatives with internal and external stakeholders as required • Work confidently and sensitively with elected representatives, senior executives, and cross-sectoral leaders to address health and wellbeing inequalities • Act as a catalyst and connector across directorates and sections (e.g., planning, transport, housing, environment, community) to align activity with health and wellbeing objectives • Champion whole-system, place-based, preventative approaches to health and wellbeing, collaborating across local authority directorates and with external partners to create enabling environments that foster wellbeing for all • Explore funding and resource mechanisms across Government Departments and at EU level to address local community priorities • Leverage research, data, innovation, and WHO/EU collaboration to promote local government leadership in improving health and wellbeing outcomes • Develop or contribute to funding bids in conjunction with communities to resource local priority initiatives • Demonstrate capacity to influence, align, and co-ordinate across internal directorates and external stakeholders; manage partnerships effectively (e.g., coordination of the Sláintecare Healthy Communities Local Implementation Team) • Use local data, research, and evidence to inform decisions and measure programme outcomes • Represent the Local Authority in regional, national, and international networks, including platforms such as the WHO European Healthy Cities Network • Drive whole-of-local-government, whole-of-community, and whole-of-place approaches to wellbeing, focusing on the social, economic, environmental, and cultural determinants of health The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above, and to take instructions from and report to an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by the City Council. The duties of the post are to give to the local authority and to: (a) The local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive is Chief Executive, and (b) To any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies referred to in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate computing, technical, management, administrative, executive, supervisory, advisory and ancillary services as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties and to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to them by the Chief Executive from time to time including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the post will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. SELECTION PROCESS • Posts of Sláintecare Local Development Officer will be filled from this publicly advertised competition. Selection shall be by means of a competition conducted by or on behalf of Dublin City Council • Candidates should note that the information provided by them in their application form and assessment questions will form the basis on which eligibility and short listing is conducted • Dublin City Council reserves the right to undertake eligibility and/or shortlist candidates in the manner it deems most appropriate • A panel may be formed on the basis of interviews. A candidate whose name is on a panel and who satisfies the Council that they possess the qualifications declared for the post and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may, within the life of the panel, subject to the appropriate Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage sanction, be appointed as an appropriate vacancy arises • The life of the panel shall be for a period of one year from the date of its formation • Dublin City Council shall require any person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up appointment within such period, or such longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, the Council shall not appoint them SHORTLISTING Dublin City Council reserves the right to shortlist candidates to proceed to the interview stage of the competition. Shortlisting of candidates will be on the basis of information supplied on the Application Form, in conjunction with the answers given in the assessment question(s). It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications/experience in your application. The shortlisting process will provide for the assessment of each applicant’s application form against predetermined criteria that reflect the skills and depth of experience considered to be essential for a position at this level. INTERVIEW The interview will be competency based and marks will be awarded under the following competencies: • Management and Change • Delivering Results • Performance through People • Personal Effectiveness • Knowledge, Experience and Skills Please see page 9 & 10 of the Candidate Information Booklet for more details. SALARY: The salary scale for the position of Sláintecare Local Development Officer is: €60,611; €62,095; €63,826; €65,563; €67,300; €68,852; €70,442; €71,982; €73,518 (Maximum); €76,149 (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum); €78,795 (2nd LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the 1st LSI) Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving public service employee on or after 1st January 2011 will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Under the Public Service Stability Agreement 2013, the working hours for newly appointed/promoted staff are 35 hours per week. All applicants must refer to the Additional Candidate Information Booklet which can be found at https://careers.dublincity.ie for additional relevant information pertaining to the salary scale and the recruitment process. PARTICULARS OF POSITION (a) The post is permanent, whole time and pensionable (b) Dublin City Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any Department now or in the future (c) A period of one year’s probation applies where a person is permanently appointed to Dublin City Council CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of application, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway, or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK), or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons, or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa, or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa, or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa Dublin City Council welcomes all nationalities and ethnic backgrounds to join its diverse workforce and hereby reserves the sole discretion to vary the above requirements from time to time subject to the business needs and staffing requirements. IRISH PROFICIENCY As part of the ongoing commitment to support the Irish language, leadership on the Gaeilge365 programme and to comply with the Official Languages (Amendment) Act 2021, information is being gathered on candidates’ capacity to speak Irish. Under this legislation, public bodies are required to ensure that 20% of new recruits are capable of performing their duties through Irish by 2030. While this position is not an Irish language speaking role, all applicants are asked to indicate their current level of Irish language ability. This information will be used for workforce planning purposes only and will not form part of the selection process for this competition. ADDITIONAL RELEVANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS • The National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 came into effect on 29th April 2016. The Act places a statutory obligation on Dublin City Council to ensure that any work or activity which is carried out by a person, a necessary and regular part of which consists mainly of a person having access to, or contact with children or vulnerable persons, will be the subject of Garda Vetting • Subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2014, applications will be treated in strict confidence • Any attempt by a candidate themselves or by any person(s) acting at the candidate’s instigation, directly or indirectly, by means of written communication or otherwise, to canvass or otherwise influence in the candidate’s favour, any employee of the City Council or person nominated by the City Council to interview or examine applicants, will automatically disqualify the candidate for the position being sought
Conservation Internship
The Heritage Council and the National Library of Ireland are pleased to offer a twelve-month conservation internship, commencing June 2026. The internship is part of the Heritage Council's commitment to the promotion of best practice for conservation in Ireland. The intern will work alongside experienced conservators in the NLI’s busy conservation studio. The internship will combine studio practice and research and will develop and broaden the inte rn’s knowledge andexperience. They will work on a variety of collections from the manuscript, printed and visual collections of the National Library of Ireland, as well as assisting in the preparation and installation of exhibitions and loans. The intern will be encouraged to publish and present their work to different and diverse audiences. Requirements: • Recent graduates of a recognised book &/or paper conservation training program (2023- 2025). • Theoretical understanding and practical experience of conservation treatments (paper and/or book or parchment) • Experience in surveying/ dealing with large collections • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Excellent written, verbal & IT communication skills Stipend (12-months): €37,000 (subject to normal statutory deductions)
Healthy City Coordinator
BACKGROUND Healthy Cities and Counties Programme The Healthy Cities and Counties Programme is a Department of Health funded initiative delivered through local government. Its focus is on promoting lifelong wellbeing, preventing illness, creating supportive environments for health, and reducing health inequities. The programme emphasises the important role local authorities play in improving community wellbeing outcomes. The programme supports a whole-of-local-government approach. It demonstrates how co-ordinated action across the wider determinants of health – such as housing, environment, transport, and community services – can improve wellbeing and contribute to broader development and policy objectives. Aligning health and wellbeing activity with other local government initiatives that share similar goals strengthens collaboration and ensures a more coherent approach to community wellbeing. The programme operates within the Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) structure, giving it a strong governance foundation and enabling it to support the high-level goals set out in Local Economic and Community Plans. Each of the 31 Local Authorities has a dedicated Healthy Cities/Counties Co-ordinator (Administrative Officer grade) responsible for delivering the programme locally. A Healthy Ireland Fund, provided by the Department of Health, is allocated to each Local Authority to support targeted wellbeing initiatives. The Co-ordinator manages and administers this fund as part of their overall work programme. The primary role of the Healthy City Co-ordinator is collaborative. It involves building networks, supporting the implementation of key wellbeing objectives across local government, identifying partnership opportunities at local, regional, and national levels, and influencing resource allocation towards wellbeing-focused projects. The role also includes seeking opportunities from a European perspective, informed by the WHO European Healthy Cities Network and relevant EU programme activity. THE ROLE The Healthy City Co-ordinator will perform duties as assigned, facilitating, implementing, and promoting the policies and objectives of Dublin City Council to advance the Healthy Cities & Counties Programme. The post holder will report to the Senior Executive Officer or any officer designated by the Chief Executive or Executive Manager as appropriate. The role involves co-ordinating, influencing, and leading multi-sectoral initiatives to improve health and wellbeing and address inequalities across the Dublin City Council area. The Healthy Cities Co-ordinator position operates within a multi-level governance environment – from Local Area Committee meetings and community level to national and European levels. The post holder will be responsible for coordinating, influencing, and aligning activity across political, managerial, sectoral, and community domains, working at local, plenary, regional, national, and European levels. The position requires professionals with the ability to co-ordinate, influence, and lead cross-sectoral and community initiatives that: • Address health inequalities • Promote prevention and wellbeing • Build resilient, inclusive communities within Dublin City Council The role will support the delivery of: • The emerging outcomes framework for Healthy Ireland in 2026 • The WHO European Healthy Cities Network (Phase VIII) objectives at local and regional levels The position prioritises actions to improve the wider determinants of health through local government’s statutory and developmental responsibilities, with a strong emphasis on: • Empowering communities and fostering inclusive participation • Research, innovation, and evidence-informed decision-making • Intersectoral collaboration across public, private, and community stakeholders • Data management, monitoring, and reporting on programme outcomes THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHALL HAVE • Knowledge and understanding of Sláintecare Reform, Healthy Ireland Outcomes Framework • Experience of building, managing and nurturing partnerships and relationships across a wide range of key stakeholders • An understanding and/or experience of local government structures and political environment • Facilitation and group-work skills • An understanding of those who experience health inequalities • Experience of report writing, strategic planning and funding application processes • Effective communication skills • Excellent IT & administration skills, including MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint • Good character with a friendly, open and outgoing disposition is essential • The ability to stay focused and resilient under pressure • The capacity to interact effectively with local elected members and people from a broad range of sectors including local development/community organisations • The enthusiasm for meeting and working with a variety of people and groups on an ongoing basis • Experience in managing budgets and finances and experience with processing payments • An understanding and/or experience in gathering qualitative and quantitative data, analysis, research and evaluation to policy and practice • An appreciation of use of social media and varied communication platforms • An understanding of multi-level governance and/or experience of working across local, regional, national and European contexts QUALIFICATIONS CHARACTER: Candidates shall 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, EXPERIENCE, ETC.: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Hold a third-level degree (NFQ Level 8 or higher) in a relevant field such as community/sports development, youth work, social sciences, public health, social policy, public administration, planning, or related discipline. A minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in any of the following: • Local government, public sector, or similar roles involving strategic planning, project coordination, or community engagement • Work with disadvantaged communities or target populations to address social exclusion or inequality • Cross-sectoral co-ordination or partnership development • Policy development, research, or evaluation related to the determinants of health • Operating effectively within political, community and policy-making environments, demonstrating ability to work across boundaries of role, sector and geography • Project management, budgeting and performance-monitoring experience DUTIES The duties of the post include, but are not limited to, the following: • Work intensively with communities of interest and place to co-design, develop, and implement locally tailored wellbeing initiatives • Apply principles of empowerment, participation, social justice, and equality in all aspects of planning and delivery • Collaborate with relevant Healthy Ireland partners to ensure integrated and improved delivery of health and wellbeing initiatives and support programmes across the Local Authority • Use and gather relevant local datasets to target communities experiencing the greatest health inequities and build an evidence base for resource allocation or interventions • Develop a 5-year Healthy Cities and Counties Work Programme based on local needs and priorities, established through innovative and participatory community engagement and needs assessment exercises, with Annual Action Plans including Healthy Ireland Fund or similar funding to implement local priorities • Participate in Regional Healthy Ireland Co-ordinator Cluster and National Network fora • Map, align, and leverage local authority activities that influence the wider determinants of health, incorporating them into relevant Healthy Ireland data-gathering exercises • Advise elected members and senior executives on policies and programmes related to health and wellbeing and deliver relevant upskilling and enabling opportunities • Facilitate Local Authority-wide or Regional Health and Wellbeing Networks and support the development of local wellbeing forums and leadership initiatives within communities • Work confidently and sensitively with elected representatives, senior executives, and cross-sectoral leaders to address determinants of health activity within the Local Authority • Act as a catalyst and connector across directorates and sections (e.g. planning, transport, housing, environment, community) to align activity with health and wellbeing objectives • Champion whole-system, place-based, preventative approaches to health and wellbeing, collaborating across directorates and with external partners to create enabling environments that foster wellbeing for all • Explore resource mechanisms across all Government Departments and at EU level to address local community priorities • Leverage research, data, innovation, and WHO/EU collaboration to encourage local government leadership in improving health and wellbeing outcomes • Develop or contribute to funding bids, in conjunction with communities, to resource local priority initiatives • Demonstrate capacity to influence, align, and coordinate across internal directorates and external stakeholders; manage partnerships effectively (e.g. co-ordination of the Sláintecare Healthy Communities Local Implementation Team) • Use local data, research, and evidence to inform decisions and measure outcomes • Represent Dublin City Council in regional and national networks and participate in international platforms such as the WHO European Healthy Cities Network • Drive whole-of-local-government, whole-of-community, and whole-of-place approaches to wellbeing, focusing on the social, economic, environmental, and cultural determinants of health • To carry out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time
Graduate Management Trainee
We’re Enterprise Mobility. A family-owned, global mobility leader with a $39 billion turnover, nearly 90,000 team members, and operations in 95 countries. Led by CEO Chrissy Taylor, the third generation of the Taylor family, we’re built on a legacy that gives us the stability to focus on the long-term success of our people, our customers and our business. Why join the Graduate Management Training Programme? As a Graduate Management Trainee, you'll have the freedom and support to explore your leadership potential - and the opportunity to become a branch manager in one of our retail operations in as little as two years. In fact, most of our senior leaders began their careers in this very role - including our current CEO. From day one, we’ll invest in you. You’ll be in a supportive environment where you’ll take on real responsibilities and gain invaluable hands-on experience in customer service, sales, marketing, finance, operations, and more. We work hard and reward hard work Your work will be recognised with performance-based incentives and opportunities for continued promotion. Our unique promote-from-within culture means you can keep your career moving forward without having to change organisations. Award-winning training and development Whether you’re building on existing strengths or developing new ones, your growth is our priority. Through classroom learning, on-the-job training, and mentorship, you’ll have the tools and support to take the next step – and the one after that. Our doors are open As a Graduate Management Trainee, your experience at Enterprise Mobility will be as unique as you because you shape who we are as much as we shape your skills, path and potential. We pride ourselves on opening our doors to a variety of voices, giving way to an experience that’s both inclusive and that inspires diversity of thought. From your very first day, you’ll be trusted with real responsibility and exposed to all areas of our business. You’ll develop skills in: Customer Service: deliver exceptional experiences by confidently handling reservations, resolving enquiries, and building rapport with a diverse range of customers. Sales and Marketing: connect with local business partners, grow your network and develop lasting relationships. Financial Control and Profitability: understand the financial mechanics of a successful business, including cost control and interpreting profit and loss statements. Operations and Logistics: learn how to manage a fleet, plan strategically, and drive performance. Leadership and Development: take the lead in mentoring, training, and developing your own team - with the opportunity to manage and promote others as you grow. Qualifications A Bachelor’s degree is preferred; however, professional experience can be substituted if applicable. You must have a full manual Republic of Ireland, UK or EU driving licence, but we do make accommodations for applicants who don’t drive due to a disability. No drug or alcohol related offence on driving record within the last five years is permitted. Additional Information CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Personal Assistant
We’re Enterprise Mobility. A family-owned, global mobility leader with a $39 billion turnover, nearly 90,000 team members, and operations in 95 countries. Led by CEO Chrissy Taylor, the third generation of the Taylor family, we’re built on a legacy that gives us the stability to focus on the long-term success of our people, our customers and our business. We are seeking a highly capable Personal Assistant to provide high-level, proactive support to the General Manager for Enterprise Mobility in Ireland. In this role, you will be responsible for managing complex Outlook calendars and email inboxes across multiple international time zones. You will coordinate a full range of travel arrangements, including trains, car rentals, flights, and accommodation, both across Europe and internationally, as well as supporting the coordination of attendance at multiple internal and external events. In addition, you will provide ad-hoc administrative support to the wider leadership and business teams as required. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, comfortable juggling multiple priorities, and possess exceptional attention to detail. You will be confident communicating and building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, acting as a trusted and professional point of contact. If this sounds the perfect role for you, please apply now! Responsibilities CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Shuttle Bus Driver
Overview We’re Enterprise Mobility. A family-owned, global mobility leader with a $39 billion turnover, nearly 90,000 team members, and operations in 95 countries. Led by CEO Chrissy Taylor, the third generation of the Taylor family, we’re built on a legacy that gives us the stability to focus on the long-term success of our people, our customers, and our business. Enterprise Mobility is a global leader in mobility solutions, operating the Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental, and Alamo brands through an integrated network of regional subsidiaries. Together with its affiliates, Enterprise Mobility offers a wide range of services - including car rental, carsharing, truck rental, fleet management, retail car sales, and travel management - to make transportation easier and more convenient for customers worldwide. Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where every interaction makes a difference? We’re excited to announce opportunities for Shuttle Bus Driver's to join our team at Dublin Airport during the busy Summer peak! As a Shuttle Bus Driver, your primary role will be to safely and efficiently transport customers, employees, and vendors to their destinations while providing exceptional, friendly, and professional service. This is a temporary position starting immediately until the end of September with the possibility of extending this further, requiring flexibility with shifts. The number of contracted hours will be 45, but flexibility with working days and times is essential - shifts will vary over 7 days a week, various working rota between 5am-11pm. The pay will be per hour €17.50 per hour. Join our team and become part of a dynamic and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised. Apply now to start your journey with Enterprise Mobility! Responsibilities - Deliver customers into and from the airport terminals in a safe and courteous manner. - Maintain a clean and safe vehicle for transporting customers. - Maintain a regular and reliable level of attendance. - Organise travel route and ensure vehicle paperwork is accurate and timely. - May be asked to assist customer(s) with directions, car options and basic policy/procedures. - May be asked to assist customer(s) load and unload luggage, enter and exit vehicle and miscellaneous customer needs. - Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. Join our team and become part of a dynamic and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised. If you have the following skills, apply now to start your journey with Enterprise Mobility! Additional information: - Must hold a valid D1 (CPC minibus) licence for the Republic of Ireland, including up-to-date modules. - Maintain a satisfactory driving record - 6 months work experience in a customer orientated environment - No drug or alcohol related offence on driving record within the last five years is permitted. - No more than 3 points on Driving Licence CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Communications Officer (Executive Officer)
What is the role? Communications functions vary across organisations, and the specific role and responsibilities of a Communications Officer will depend on the organisation and area to which you are assigned. Communications Units typically cover areas such as: • Press and media relations, working as part of a team in a Press Office; • Social media management; • Content creation, including design, photography and videography; • Digital communications and website management; • Marketing and advertising campaigns and public information initiatives; • Internal communications. The role of Communications Officer offers plenty of variety and the chance to build your experience across a range of areas. As a Communications Officer you will work as part of a team to drive the organisation’s communications strategy. For example, depending on the organisation or role to which you are assigned, you may be focused on liaising with members of the media to ensure clear and accurate information is communicated, managing media queries and coordinating media engagements, press conferences and interviews. Equally, you may be involved in the development of content and campaigns for social media, websites or other internal and external communication channels. Promotion and progression opportunities are available within communications through open competitions to Communications Specialist (HEO), Communications Manager (AP) and Head of Communications (PO). It is important to note that the role may require an element of evening/weekend work, or off-site events. Civil Service overtime and travel and subsistence arrangements and rates will apply, as appropriate. Key duties and responsibilities: As mentioned above, communications functions vary across organisations, and the specific role and responsibilities of a Communications Officer will depend on the organisation and area to which you are assigned. The following is an overview of the type of responsibilities and tasks involved in the Communications Officer role: • Liaising with the media and managing enquiries from journalists and other media contacts via telephone and email; • Preparing press releases, briefing documents and other communications materials; • Arranging and organising events, interviews, launches, photocalls and press conferences; • Contributing to the development and implementation of communications campaigns and programmes; • Summarising complex information and producing accessible communications for a variety of channels and audiences with different needs; • Creating content for social media, websites and other channels including photography, videography and graphic design; • Updating and editing websites; • Supporting stakeholder consultation programmes; • Collaborating effectively with teams across the Department/Agency to ensure the delivery of high-quality work in a timely manner; • Monitoring media and current affairs across print, broadcast and social/digital and Oireachtas business; • Supporting the delivery of internal communications programmes; • Dealing effectively with a broad range of information sources and identifying key issues and trends; • Supporting the implementation of systems to ensure the smooth running of the communications function and taking ownership to ensure issues are resolved or escalated to the proper personnel to resolve in a timely manner; • Making effective recommendations for communications activities; • General administrative duties, ensuring day-to-day support for managers as required; • Carrying out any other duties relevant to the role that may be identified from time to time. This job description is a guide to the general range of duties of the successful candidate. It is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. Positions requiring specialist Irish language skills The Civil Service is fully committed to fulfilling its obligations under the Official Languages Act. It is intended that vacancies arising which require staff to provide a full range of services through the Irish language (Functional Bilinguals), may be filled from this competition. In this regard, individuals who have proficiency in the Irish language and who fulfil all other eligibility criteria set out below may indicate their interest on the application form. Candidates who indicate their interest and who are successful at the final selection stages will be required to undergo certain assessments through Irish, e.g. interview and/or written test, prior to being considered for such a position. They must achieve the required level in the Irish language, i.e. demonstrate a minimum Level B2 on the Europass self-assessment framework. Essential Requirements, Qualifications and Experience On the closing date of Thursday, 9th April 2026, to be eligible for consideration, a candidate must satisfy the following requirements: A qualification of at least Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) (or NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualifications equivalent); and At least one year’s relevant professional experience in at least two of the following areas: Media engagement / press office Public relations Public affairs Journalism Event management Social media management Multimedia content creation Graphic design Website management Advertising Marketing Internal communications programmes In order to be effective in the role of a Communications Officer, candidates should have: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present material in a clear, concise and comprehensive manner; A good understanding of communications and the evolving communications landscape, including digital and social media, marketing, branding and advertising; Good knowledge and understanding of current affairs and the media landscape across print, broadcast and digital platforms; The ability to use information and communications technology, including a good level of proficiency in using Microsoft Office packages; Good research, editorial skills and storytelling ability; The ability to work calmly under pressure and deal with multiple demands and competing priorities to tight deadlines; The ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team; Strong organisational skills with a commitment to achieving quality results and ensuring all tasks are completed to a very high standard; A high level of motivation and a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team; A willingness to share ideas and information with the purpose of achieving a particular result; Motivation, flexibility and willingness to adapt and positively contribute to the implementation of change, and the ability to use own initiative as and when appropriate; The ability to absorb new information quickly, understand new concepts and relationships, and the awareness to focus on important information; Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to network, build and maintain relationships and successfully engage, persuade and collaborate with internal colleagues; The self-confidence and resilience necessary to cope with challenging and/or sensitive situations; A keen interest in public affairs and be committed to the concept of Public Service. Desirable • Proficiency in Irish. Candidates who wish to have their ability in Irish assessed may be required to undergo a language assessment in order to satisfy publicjobs of their ability to communicate effectively in Irish. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate the capabilities required for effective performance at this level. Civil Service (Government Departments and Offices) Dublin/Nationwide Permanent – Full time Starting at €38,419 3pm on Thursday, 9th April 2026
