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Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. We are currently recruiting for full and part time Groomers and Groomers Assistants for our Tullamore Store! The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in their local store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5, iPET Network Level 3 Diploma or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role.
Dog Groomers and Groomers Assistants
Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. We are currently recruiting for full and part time Groomers and Groomers Assistants for our Clonmel Store! The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in their local store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5, iPET Network Level 3 Diploma or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role.
Experienced Dog Groomer
Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. We are currently recruiting for full and part time Groomers for our Westport Store! The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in their local store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5, iPET Network Level 3 Diploma or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role.
Groomers and Groomers Assistants
Petmania Grooming Studios is currently the largest and most successful grooming business in the country and boasts some of the most talented and committed Groomers available. We run busy energetic grooming studios where you will be expected to not only groom our canine customers to a very high standard, but treat our human customers with the same level of customer service you would like to receive yourself. We are currently recruiting for full and part time Groomers and Groomers Assistants for our Limerick Jetlands Store! The successful candidates will join the experienced grooming team in their local store, and take part in all grooming activities including; If you would like to join this team, you must hold a QQI level 5, iPET Network Level 3 Diploma or City and Guilds in Grooming and have at least 1 year’s practical experience in a grooming role.
Assistant Store Manager
The Petmania Store Assistant Manager is key to the smooth and successful running of a Petmania store. Working closely with the Store Manager you will learn all the skills required to become a store Manager in the future whilst being an essential part of the performance of your store. To qualify you should have at least one years experience in a Managerial role in a retail/sales setting and be passionate about encouraging people to deliver their best. You need to be curious about learning new ways of managing areas of our business that you might not be familiar with, such as our Grooming Studio, and ready to be a hands on leader on the sales floor. This is a full time role and as it's retail we trade weekends so you will be expected to be here at least one weekend day per week. Some (but definitely not all) of the key responsibilities include;
Credit Assessment Officer
The Housing Finance Agency (HFA) is seeking to appoint a Credit Assessment Officer to join its Credit Assessment Team. This is a critical role designed to support the delivery of high-quality credit assessments and customer engagement in line with the HFA’s expanding lending capacity. Reporting to the Senior Credit Assessment Officer, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the assessment of funding applications, compiling credit documentation, and ensuring timely and accurate communication with customers and collation of lending data. This position is vital to maintaining operational efficiency and upholding the HFA’s commitment to funding social and affordable housing through Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs) and Local Authorities (LAs). KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Customer Engagement & Information Management • Liaise with customers to ensure timely receipt of all required documentation for lending proposals. • Follow up on outstanding information and clarify gaps to support credit assessment. • Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and documentation received. Credit Paper Preparation & Due Diligence • Assessment of AHB/HEI loan applications in accordance with established credit policies, procedures and risk frameworks. • Assist in compiling and reviewing information for credit papers, including financial and operational data. • Support the due diligence process by identifying risks and inconsistencies in applications. • Draft initial versions of credit papers for review by Senior Credit Assessment Officer and submission to management and credit committee. Operational Support & Team Collaboration • Provide day-to-day support to the Senior Credit Assessment Officer and wider team to ensure smooth workflow. • Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal processes and documentation standards. • Assist in managing workload priorities and responding to queries from internal stakeholders. Compliance & Governance • Ensure all activities are carried out in accordance with HFA policies, public sector guidelines and relevant legislation. • Support the delivery of accurate and compliant credit information to management and the Board. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA & QUALIFICATIONS Essential Qualifications & Experience • A degree-level qualification in Finance, Business, Economics, Property or a related discipline. • At least 2 years’ experience in a financial, lending, credit assessment or customer-facing role. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and assess risk. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a structured environment. • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. • Demonstrated understanding of public sector governance and accountability. • Ability to work collaboratively in a small, high-performing team. Desirable Experience • Experience working in a public sector, banking or financial services environment. • Familiarity with housing finance, credit assessment processes or property lending. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word. COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate shall demonstrate the ability to deliver on the following competencies: Analysis & Decision Making • Effectively deals with a wide range of information sources, investigating all relevant issues. • Understands the practical implication of information in relation to the broader context in which s/he works – procedures, divisional objectives etc. • Draws accurate conclusions and makes balanced and fair recommendations backed up with evidence. Delivery of Results • Takes ownership of tasks and is determined to see them through to a satisfactory conclusion. • Is logical and pragmatic in approach, setting objectives and delivering the best possible results with the resources available through effective prioritisation. • Minimises errors, reviewing learning and ensuring remedies are in place. Interpersonal & Communication Skills • Modifies communication approach to suit the needs of a situation/audience. • Maintains a focus on dealing with stakeholders in an effective, efficient and respectful manner. • Expresses self in a clear and articulate manner when speaking and in writing. Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Displays high levels of skills/expertise in own area and provides guidance to colleagues. • Has a clear understanding of the role, objectives and targets and how they support the service delivered by the unit and Department/Organisation and can communicate this to the team. • Leads by example, demonstrating the importance of development by setting time aside for development initiatives for self and the team. People Management • Encourages and supports new and more effective ways of working. • Actively shares information, knowledge and expertise to help the team to meet its objectives. Drive & Commitment to Public Service Values • Is committed to the role, consistently striving to perform at a high level. • Demonstrates flexibility and openness to change. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF SERVICE Tenure The appointment is on a permanent contract subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period. Hours of Work Operating on a 35-hour week with core hours between 08.00am – 6.30pm. The HFA currently operates a flexible work model, with staff currently required to work a minimum of two days per week in the office in Dublin 2. Salary Scale The Executive Officer Standard salary scale for the position (rates effective from 1 February 2026) is as follows: EXECUTIVE OFFICER STANDARD SCALE - PPC €38,419 €40,360 €41,456 €43,594 €45,510 €47,364 €49,211 €51,024 €52,890 €54,749 €56,722 €58,044 €59,928¹ €62,601² This rate applies to new entrants and will also apply where the appointee is an existing civil or public servant appointed on or after 6th April 1995 and is required to make a personal pension contribution. EXECUTIVE OFFICER STANDARD SCALE €36,843 €39,034 €39,900 €41,769 €43,586 €45,350 €47,102 €48,819 €50,556 €52,263 €54,066 €55,299 €57,069¹ €59,592² This rate will apply where the appointee is a civil or public servant recruited before 6th April 1995 and who is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Long service increments may be payable after 3 (LSI 1) and 6 (LSI 2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. Important Note N.B. Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Subject to satisfactory performance, increments may be payable in line with current Government policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if, immediately before appointment, you are a currently serving civil/public servant. Annual Leave In addition to the usual Irish public holidays, annual leave for this position is 23 working days, based on a five-day week. This will rise to 24 days after 5 years’ service and to 25 after 10 years’ service. The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract to be agreed with the successful candidate.
Programme Administrator
The purpose of this role within the relevant business unit and for HIQA as a whole: The purpose of this role is to join a multidisciplinary team with responsibility for the effective implementation of HIQA’s programmes to deliver high quality health technology assessments (HTAs), other evidence-based advice and evidence synthesis outputs and therefore to embed evidence-based methodology in the health decision making processes in Ireland. The HTA Directorate comprises approximately 60 analysts. HIQA works collaboratively with high-level stakeholders, with academic groups and with international HTA agencies to deliver these objectives. The scope of the HTA Directorate’s work includes providing evidence synthesis and evidence-based advice to inform public health policy and providing HTAs to inform decision making on investment or disinvestment in health technologies and programmes, including decisions in relation to national screening and national immunisation programmes. Teams within the HTA Directorate also perform evidence synthesis to support the development of National Clinical Guidelines and the development of national health policy, and evidence synthesis reviews to inform decisions related to the generic justification of practices involving medical exposure to ionising radiation. Since 2025, HIQA hosts the National Immunisation Advisory Committee (NIAC), Ireland’s National Immunisation Technical Advisory Group (NITAG). Staff from the HTA Directorate provide the clinical, technical and administrative secretariat for NIAC to support the development of independent evidence-based advice on vaccines, immunisation and related health matters to inform health policies in Ireland, and updates to the Immunisation Guidelines for Ireland. The post holder will actively engage in the work of the HTA Directorate and of HIQA to deliver on the annual business plan in line with the strategic objectives as outlined in HIQA’s Corporate Plan. The remit of this role encompasses general administration and project support for the HTA Directorate. Behavioural Expectations The way that HIQA people are expected to work to role model HIQA values: The incumbent of this role is expected to demonstrate HIQA’s values in the delivery of everyday work and interactions with clients and colleagues, by putting people first, being fair and objective, being open and accountable, demonstrating excellence and innovation and working together. Common Tasks Team Member ▪ Seek clarity on the tasks associated with own role. ▪ Complete tasks in compliance with policies and procedures. ▪ Adhere to relevant legislation, standards and internal audits. ▪ Fulfil any mandatory or professional competency requirements. ▪ Maintain confidentiality and a professional approach. ▪ Raise any concerns in relation to workplace health and safety. ▪ Actively identify learning needs and development opportunities. ▪ Actively contribute as a team member. ▪ Follow direction and take on new and different tasks. ▪ Set and achieve performance goals that contribute to HIQA strategy. ▪ Regularly seek feedback to meet performance expectations and goals. Role Specific Tasks The key tasks and activities associated with the role: The nature of the tasks and activities associated with the role will vary accordingly. It will involve: ▪ Work as part of a team to support and deliver the Directorate’s business plan objectives. ▪ Organise and schedule meetings, for example, Expert Advisory Group meetings; this includes contacting attendees, obtaining and processing declarations of interest, preparing and circulating agendas, taking meeting minutes and preparing other relevant documentation for meeting purposes. ▪ Support the HTA Directorate in preparation for meetings, conferences and presentations. ▪ Support the organisation of events and training. ▪ Support the induction process for new joiners to the HTA Directorate. ▪ Collate data and information for the purpose of reporting on the outputs and work progress of the HTA Directorate. ▪ Support programme management processes led by the HTA Directorate Programme Manager. ▪ Prepare and update policies, procedures and other guidance documents on the controlled document management system. ▪ Support the development and testing of AI processes within the HTA Directorate. ▪ Raise purchase orders to support the work of the HTA Directorate. ▪ Share key information with the HTA Directorate in a timely and efficient manner. ▪ Communicate effectively with Expert Advisory Groups and other key internal and external stakeholders. ▪ Participate in internal quality assurance and quality improvement programmes as required. ▪ Assist in the production of broad comprehensive HTAs and evidence reviews by multidisciplinary teams within defined timelines. ▪ Assist in the preparation of regular corporate performance and risk reports. ▪ Proactively engage in performance development reviews and actively seek out learning and development opportunities ▪ Undertake other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the Director of Health Technology Assessment. The contents of any role description are not exhaustive and are intended to be indicative of the scope of the role. Qualifications The qualifications that are essential to effectively meet the requirements of the role: In determining your eligibility, the following are the essential qualifications that will be assessed as part of the shortlisting stage of the selection process. ▪ Qualification (Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent) in a discipline deemed relevant by the Authority. Or ▪ Has passed an examination at the appropriate level within the National Framework of Qualifications framework which can be assessed as being comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher. (Information in relation to the Irish National Framework of Qualifications is available here https://www.qqi.ie). The qualifications that are desirable to effectively meet the requirements of the role: ▪ A degree (Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent) in a health-related discipline. Experience The experience that is essential to effectively meet the requirements of the role: In determining your eligibility, the following are the essential knowledge and experience that will be assessed as part of the shortlisting stage of the selection process. ▪ A minimum of two years’ experience working in an administrative role relevant to the post. Other knowledge and experience that are deemed necessary for the role: ▪ The candidate must be able to clearly demonstrate the following: ▪ Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. ▪ Demonstrate ability to complete tasks accurately in an operationally complex and busy environment. The experience that is desirable to effectively meet the requirements of the role: ▪ Experience of working in a clinical, health service research or health policy environment. Principal Conditions of Service Probation A probationary period of six months applies to this position. Pay Candidates will be appointed on the minimum point of the salary scale (€38,419) and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines. The rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. The incremental progression for this scale is in line with Government pay policy. The salary scale for this position is as follows: Executive Officer (PPC) €38,419 €40,360 €41,456 €43,594 €45,510 €47,364 €49,211 €51,024 €52,890 €54,749 €56,722 €58,044 €59,928¹ €62,601² After 3 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum After 6 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum Entry will be at the first point of the scale. An exception may occur where an appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale. In this case, the appointment may be assimilated to the nearest point of the advertised salary scale with their incremental date adjusted accordingly. Please note the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Superannuation Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. Please note that the Single Public Service Pension Scheme applies to all pensionable first-time entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. In certain circumstances, for example 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. The legislation giving effect to the Scheme is the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. For those who are not subject to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (e.g. those transferring from other public service employment where the break in service, if any, is less than 26 weeks), the terms of the Health Information and Quality Authority Superannuation Scheme will apply. Annual Leave Annual leave is 23 days, rising to 24 days after 5 years’ service, 25 after 10 years’ service, 26 after 12 years’ service and 27 after 14 years’ service. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 per week. The appointee may be required to work additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties, subject to the limits set down under working time regulations. Blended Working Arrangements HIQA has introduced blended working to offer more flexible working arrangements to all employees. We aim to strike a balance between being flexible, efficient and resilient by facilitating blended working where practical, while enabling onsite interaction, collaboration and support as required. All roles in HIQA have been assessed under the criteria of business needs and role suitability for blended working. This determines the proportion of time that employees will spend working in HIQA offices and working from home, depending on their role. Depending on the role, there may be a requirement to attend the office for more than the allocated number of days for training and on-boarding purposes at the start of your employment and during the probation period. A review of our blended working model confirmed that this model is working well in HIQA; therefore, we are now moving from Interim Blended Working to a long-term Blended Working Model. Our existing policy and documentation will be revised and updated once the framework for the Work-Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act is published. Our model is in line with the Civil Service Framework for Blended Working in Ireland. Further guidance on HIQA’s Blended Working Policy, which includes eligibility criteria, will be issued to successful candidates. This is an opt-in policy and details on how you can apply will be issued to you before you start.
Programme Administrator
The purpose of this role within the relevant business unit and for HIQA as a whole: The purpose of this role is to join a multidisciplinary team with responsibility for the effective implementation of HIQA’s programmes to deliver high quality health technology assessments (HTAs), other evidence-based advice and evidence synthesis outputs and therefore to embed evidence-based methodology in the health decision making processes in Ireland. The HTA Directorate comprises approximately 60 analysts. HIQA works collaboratively with high-level stakeholders, with academic groups and with international HTA agencies to deliver these objectives. The scope of the HTA Directorate’s work includes providing evidence synthesis and evidence-based advice to inform public health policy and providing HTAs to inform decision making on investment or disinvestment in health technologies and programmes, including decisions in relation to national screening and national immunisation programmes. Teams within the HTA Directorate also perform evidence synthesis to support the development of National Clinical Guidelines and the development of national health policy, and evidence synthesis reviews to inform decisions related to the generic justification of practices involving medical exposure to ionising radiation. Since 2025, HIQA hosts the National Immunisation Advisory Committee (NIAC), Ireland’s National Immunisation Technical Advisory Group (NITAG). Staff from the HTA Directorate provide the clinical, technical and administrative secretariat for NIAC to support the development of independent evidence-based advice on vaccines, immunisation and related health matters to inform health policies in Ireland, and updates to the Immunisation Guidelines for Ireland. The post holder will actively engage in the work of the HTA Directorate and of HIQA to deliver on the annual business plan in line with the strategic objectives as outlined in HIQA’s Corporate Plan. The remit of this role encompasses general administration and project support for the HTA Directorate. Behavioural Expectations The way that HIQA people are expected to work to role model HIQA values: The incumbent of this role is expected to demonstrate HIQA’s values in the delivery of everyday work and interactions with clients and colleagues, by putting people first, being fair and objective, being open and accountable, demonstrating excellence and innovation and working together. Common Tasks Team Member ▪ Seek clarity on the tasks associated with own role. ▪ Complete tasks in compliance with policies and procedures. ▪ Adhere to relevant legislation, standards and internal audits. ▪ Fulfil any mandatory or professional competency requirements. ▪ Maintain confidentiality and a professional approach. ▪ Raise any concerns in relation to workplace health and safety. ▪ Actively identify learning needs and development opportunities. ▪ Actively contribute as a team member. ▪ Follow direction and take on new and different tasks. ▪ Set and achieve performance goals that contribute to HIQA strategy. ▪ Regularly seek feedback to meet performance expectations and goals. Role Specific Tasks The key tasks and activities associated with the role: The nature of the tasks and activities associated with the role will vary accordingly. It will involve: ▪ Work as part of a team to support and deliver the Directorate’s business plan objectives. ▪ Organise and schedule meetings, for example, Expert Advisory Group meetings; this includes contacting attendees, obtaining and processing declarations of interest, preparing and circulating agendas, taking meeting minutes and preparing other relevant documentation for meeting purposes. ▪ Support the HTA Directorate in preparation for meetings, conferences and presentations. ▪ Support the organisation of events and training. ▪ Support the induction process for new joiners to the HTA Directorate. ▪ Collate data and information for the purpose of reporting on the outputs and work progress of the HTA Directorate. ▪ Support programme management processes led by the HTA Directorate Programme Manager. ▪ Prepare and update policies, procedures and other guidance documents on the controlled document management system. ▪ Support the development and testing of AI processes within the HTA Directorate. ▪ Raise purchase orders to support the work of the HTA Directorate. ▪ Share key information with the HTA Directorate in a timely and efficient manner. ▪ Communicate effectively with Expert Advisory Groups and other key internal and external stakeholders. ▪ Participate in internal quality assurance and quality improvement programmes as required. ▪ Assist in the production of broad comprehensive HTAs and evidence reviews by multidisciplinary teams within defined timelines. ▪ Assist in the preparation of regular corporate performance and risk reports. ▪ Proactively engage in performance development reviews and actively seek out learning and development opportunities ▪ Undertake other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the Director of Health Technology Assessment. The contents of any role description are not exhaustive and are intended to be indicative of the scope of the role. Qualifications The qualifications that are essential to effectively meet the requirements of the role: In determining your eligibility, the following are the essential qualifications that will be assessed as part of the shortlisting stage of the selection process. ▪ Qualification (Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent) in a discipline deemed relevant by the Authority. Or ▪ Has passed an examination at the appropriate level within the National Framework of Qualifications framework which can be assessed as being comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher. (Information in relation to the Irish National Framework of Qualifications is available here https://www.qqi.ie). The qualifications that are desirable to effectively meet the requirements of the role: ▪ A degree (Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent) in a health-related discipline. Experience The experience that is essential to effectively meet the requirements of the role: In determining your eligibility, the following are the essential knowledge and experience that will be assessed as part of the shortlisting stage of the selection process. ▪ A minimum of two years’ experience working in an administrative role relevant to the post. Other knowledge and experience that are deemed necessary for the role: ▪ The candidate must be able to clearly demonstrate the following: ▪ Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. ▪ Demonstrate ability to complete tasks accurately in an operationally complex and busy environment. The experience that is desirable to effectively meet the requirements of the role: ▪ Experience of working in a clinical, health service research or health policy environment. Principal Conditions of Service Probation A probationary period of six months applies to this position. Pay Candidates will be appointed on the minimum point of the salary scale (€38,419) and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines. The rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. The incremental progression for this scale is in line with Government pay policy. The salary scale for this position is as follows: Executive Officer (PPC) €38,419 €40,360 €41,456 €43,594 €45,510 €47,364 €49,211 €51,024 €52,890 €54,749 €56,722 €58,044 €59,928¹ €62,601² After 3 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum After 6 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum Entry will be at the first point of the scale. An exception may occur where an appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale. In this case, the appointment may be assimilated to the nearest point of the advertised salary scale with their incremental date adjusted accordingly. Please note the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Superannuation Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. Please note that the Single Public Service Pension Scheme applies to all pensionable first-time entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. In certain circumstances, for example 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. The legislation giving effect to the Scheme is the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. For those who are not subject to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (e.g. those transferring from other public service employment where the break in service, if any, is less than 26 weeks), the terms of the Health Information and Quality Authority Superannuation Scheme will apply. Annual Leave Annual leave is 23 days, rising to 24 days after 5 years’ service, 25 after 10 years’ service, 26 after 12 years’ service and 27 after 14 years’ service. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 per week. The appointee may be required to work additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties, subject to the limits set down under working time regulations. Blended Working Arrangements HIQA has introduced blended working to offer more flexible working arrangements to all employees. We aim to strike a balance between being flexible, efficient and resilient by facilitating blended working where practical, while enabling onsite interaction, collaboration and support as required. All roles in HIQA have been assessed under the criteria of business needs and role suitability for blended working. This determines the proportion of time that employees will spend working in HIQA offices and working from home, depending on their role. Depending on the role, there may be a requirement to attend the office for more than the allocated number of days for training and on-boarding purposes at the start of your employment and during the probation period. A review of our blended working model confirmed that this model is working well in HIQA; therefore, we are now moving from Interim Blended Working to a long-term Blended Working Model. Our existing policy and documentation will be revised and updated once the framework for the Work-Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act is published. Our model is in line with the Civil Service Framework for Blended Working in Ireland. Further guidance on HIQA’s Blended Working Policy, which includes eligibility criteria, will be issued to successful candidates. This is an opt-in policy and details on how you can apply will be issued to you before you start.
Programme Administrator
The purpose of this role within the relevant business unit and for HIQA as a whole: The purpose of this role is to join a multidisciplinary team with responsibility for the effective implementation of HIQA’s programmes to deliver high quality health technology assessments (HTAs), other evidence-based advice and evidence synthesis outputs and therefore to embed evidence-based methodology in the health decision making processes in Ireland. The HTA Directorate comprises approximately 60 analysts. HIQA works collaboratively with high-level stakeholders, with academic groups and with international HTA agencies to deliver these objectives. The scope of the HTA Directorate’s work includes providing evidence synthesis and evidence-based advice to inform public health policy and providing HTAs to inform decision making on investment or disinvestment in health technologies and programmes, including decisions in relation to national screening and national immunisation programmes. Teams within the HTA Directorate also perform evidence synthesis to support the development of National Clinical Guidelines and the development of national health policy, and evidence synthesis reviews to inform decisions related to the generic justification of practices involving medical exposure to ionising radiation. Since 2025, HIQA hosts the National Immunisation Advisory Committee (NIAC), Ireland’s National Immunisation Technical Advisory Group (NITAG). Staff from the HTA Directorate provide the clinical, technical and administrative secretariat for NIAC to support the development of independent evidence-based advice on vaccines, immunisation and related health matters to inform health policies in Ireland, and updates to the Immunisation Guidelines for Ireland. The post holder will actively engage in the work of the HTA Directorate and of HIQA to deliver on the annual business plan in line with the strategic objectives as outlined in HIQA’s Corporate Plan. The remit of this role encompasses general administration and project support for the HTA Directorate. Behavioural Expectations The way that HIQA people are expected to work to role model HIQA values: The incumbent of this role is expected to demonstrate HIQA’s values in the delivery of everyday work and interactions with clients and colleagues, by putting people first, being fair and objective, being open and accountable, demonstrating excellence and innovation and working together. Common Tasks Team Member ▪ Seek clarity on the tasks associated with own role. ▪ Complete tasks in compliance with policies and procedures. ▪ Adhere to relevant legislation, standards and internal audits. ▪ Fulfil any mandatory or professional competency requirements. ▪ Maintain confidentiality and a professional approach. ▪ Raise any concerns in relation to workplace health and safety. ▪ Actively identify learning needs and development opportunities. ▪ Actively contribute as a team member. ▪ Follow direction and take on new and different tasks. ▪ Set and achieve performance goals that contribute to HIQA strategy. ▪ Regularly seek feedback to meet performance expectations and goals. Role Specific Tasks The key tasks and activities associated with the role: The nature of the tasks and activities associated with the role will vary accordingly. It will involve: ▪ Work as part of a team to support and deliver the Directorate’s business plan objectives. ▪ Organise and schedule meetings, for example, Expert Advisory Group meetings; this includes contacting attendees, obtaining and processing declarations of interest, preparing and circulating agendas, taking meeting minutes and preparing other relevant documentation for meeting purposes. ▪ Support the HTA Directorate in preparation for meetings, conferences and presentations. ▪ Support the organisation of events and training. ▪ Support the induction process for new joiners to the HTA Directorate. ▪ Collate data and information for the purpose of reporting on the outputs and work progress of the HTA Directorate. ▪ Support programme management processes led by the HTA Directorate Programme Manager. ▪ Prepare and update policies, procedures and other guidance documents on the controlled document management system. ▪ Support the development and testing of AI processes within the HTA Directorate. ▪ Raise purchase orders to support the work of the HTA Directorate. ▪ Share key information with the HTA Directorate in a timely and efficient manner. ▪ Communicate effectively with Expert Advisory Groups and other key internal and external stakeholders. ▪ Participate in internal quality assurance and quality improvement programmes as required. ▪ Assist in the production of broad comprehensive HTAs and evidence reviews by multidisciplinary teams within defined timelines. ▪ Assist in the preparation of regular corporate performance and risk reports. ▪ Proactively engage in performance development reviews and actively seek out learning and development opportunities ▪ Undertake other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the Director of Health Technology Assessment. The contents of any role description are not exhaustive and are intended to be indicative of the scope of the role. Qualifications The qualifications that are essential to effectively meet the requirements of the role: In determining your eligibility, the following are the essential qualifications that will be assessed as part of the shortlisting stage of the selection process. ▪ Qualification (Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent) in a discipline deemed relevant by the Authority. Or ▪ Has passed an examination at the appropriate level within the National Framework of Qualifications framework which can be assessed as being comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher. (Information in relation to the Irish National Framework of Qualifications is available here https://www.qqi.ie). The qualifications that are desirable to effectively meet the requirements of the role: ▪ A degree (Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent) in a health-related discipline. Experience The experience that is essential to effectively meet the requirements of the role: In determining your eligibility, the following are the essential knowledge and experience that will be assessed as part of the shortlisting stage of the selection process. ▪ A minimum of two years’ experience working in an administrative role relevant to the post. Other knowledge and experience that are deemed necessary for the role: ▪ The candidate must be able to clearly demonstrate the following: ▪ Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. ▪ Demonstrate ability to complete tasks accurately in an operationally complex and busy environment. The experience that is desirable to effectively meet the requirements of the role: ▪ Experience of working in a clinical, health service research or health policy environment. Principal Conditions of Service Probation A probationary period of six months applies to this position. Pay Candidates will be appointed on the minimum point of the salary scale (€38,419) and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines. The rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. The incremental progression for this scale is in line with Government pay policy. The salary scale for this position is as follows: Executive Officer (PPC) €38,419 €40,360 €41,456 €43,594 €45,510 €47,364 €49,211 €51,024 €52,890 €54,749 €56,722 €58,044 €59,928¹ €62,601² After 3 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum After 6 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum Entry will be at the first point of the scale. An exception may occur where an appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale. In this case, the appointment may be assimilated to the nearest point of the advertised salary scale with their incremental date adjusted accordingly. Please note the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Superannuation Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. Please note that the Single Public Service Pension Scheme applies to all pensionable first-time entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. In certain circumstances, for example 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. The legislation giving effect to the Scheme is the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. For those who are not subject to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (e.g. those transferring from other public service employment where the break in service, if any, is less than 26 weeks), the terms of the Health Information and Quality Authority Superannuation Scheme will apply. Annual Leave Annual leave is 23 days, rising to 24 days after 5 years’ service, 25 after 10 years’ service, 26 after 12 years’ service and 27 after 14 years’ service. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 per week. The appointee may be required to work additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties, subject to the limits set down under working time regulations. Blended Working Arrangements HIQA has introduced blended working to offer more flexible working arrangements to all employees. We aim to strike a balance between being flexible, efficient and resilient by facilitating blended working where practical, while enabling onsite interaction, collaboration and support as required. All roles in HIQA have been assessed under the criteria of business needs and role suitability for blended working. This determines the proportion of time that employees will spend working in HIQA offices and working from home, depending on their role. Depending on the role, there may be a requirement to attend the office for more than the allocated number of days for training and on-boarding purposes at the start of your employment and during the probation period. A review of our blended working model confirmed that this model is working well in HIQA; therefore, we are now moving from Interim Blended Working to a long-term Blended Working Model. Our existing policy and documentation will be revised and updated once the framework for the Work-Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act is published. Our model is in line with the Civil Service Framework for Blended Working in Ireland. Further guidance on HIQA’s Blended Working Policy, which includes eligibility criteria, will be issued to successful candidates. This is an opt-in policy and details on how you can apply will be issued to you before you start.
Senior General Services Supervisor
THE POSITION The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Senior General Services Supervisor. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. The Senior General Services Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of circa 20 staff across a range of activities including road resurfacing, surface dressing, street cleaning, haulage of material/plant and winter maintenance. The Senior General Services Supervisor will liaise with the Machinery Yard Workshop regarding vehicle/plant upkeep and the Area Engineers/General Services Supervisors regarding the Roads Works Programme. 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. Candidates must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) Hold a valid Irish/EU full driving licence for Class B vehicles or a licence acceptable to NDLS for exchange. (ii) Hold a current valid Safepass Registration Card. (iii) Have reached a standard of education sufficient to enable them to carry out the duties assigned. (iv) Have satisfactory experience in a supervisory role. PLEASE NOTE: Non-Irish qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Failure to do so will deem your application inadmissible. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that the relevant qualification is listed on their application form. In the event that an offer of employment is made, the candidate will be required to submit all relevant educational qualifications in order to meet the requirements above. DRIVING LICENCE/TRAVEL The holder of the office will be required to hold a valid Irish/EU full driving licence for Class B or a licence acceptable to NDLS for exchange, free from endorsement and disqualification. They must be a competent driver and shall drive a motor car in the course of his/her duties and, for this purpose, provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Local Authority. The Local Authority must be indemnified on their insurance. https://www.ndls.ie/help/faq.html#exchange-of-foreign-driving-licence ESSENTIAL SKILLS An ability to demonstrate competence in the following areas: • Hold a current valid Safepass Registration Card. • Have a minimum of 3 years satisfactory experience in a supervisory role. DESIRABLE SKILLS An ability to demonstrate competence in the following areas: Candidates should be competent and have such training or experience as shall be considered acceptable by the Council to enable the person appointed to perform the duties of the post. In particular, candidates should have satisfactory knowledge and experience of the following matters or the necessary aptitude to acquire this knowledge within a reasonable period. Satisfactory knowledge of civil engineering works and construction techniques with particular emphasis on road building, road surfacing and road maintenance works, but including plumbing, pipelaying, block-laying, together with a working technical knowledge of maintenance and repairs of housing, storm sewers, open spaces, playgrounds and other services for which Wicklow County Council has responsibility. Supervisory skills so as to be in a position to direct, manage and control teams of staff at multiple locations within his/her area. Ability to work on own initiative and judgement. Experience in the use of computers and relevant information technology. Satisfactory knowledge of current Health and Safety Regulations and Legislation and putting it into practice on works. DUTIES The following is a non-exhaustive list of key duties and responsibilities which may be assigned to a Senior General Services Supervisor: The duties of the Senior General Services Supervisor shall be to carry out work of a manual, supervisory, inspectorial or clerical nature as may be assigned to him/her from time to time by the Local Authority. These duties shall include those listed hereunder and any additional duties that may be assigned to the holder of the post from time to time, reflecting changes in Wicklow Local Authorities remit, new methods of working, and future challenges that Wicklow Local Authorities will be presented with. • Supervise staff and direct staff in his/her area and all works in their charge, completing, verifying and initialling timesheets at time of inspection and ensuring that teams have adequate supplies of materials, tools and equipment for the works in hand. • Supervise the conditions on all work, including depots under the control of Wicklow County Council, so as to ensure that they are properly and safely operated in accordance with the relevant legislation. • Supervise the performance of all machinery and plant in his/her area and ensure that all plant are properly and safely operated and gainfully employed. • Responsible for the safety, health and welfare of the employees and workplaces under his/her control and commensurate with his/her authority as set out in the Safety Statement for Wicklow County Council. • Assist other state bodies/members of the public as and when requested to do so by their line manager. • Follow up on maintenance issues and calls from the District/Admin staff and report on same. • Report immediately the circumstances of any inefficiency or unsatisfactory work or service in his/her charge and carry out the direction consequent on such reports. • Carry out early and late inspections of teams, in accordance with general direction, and attend on the roads or on works during the normal working hours of the Council’s employees. • Travel as required and inspect public roads/other assets in his/her area and take all necessary steps for keeping them in good repair at all times, subject to the general direction of his/her Line Manager. • Collect and check timesheets/prepare timesheets of all employees in his/her charge and take them to the relevant office for examination at the appropriate time. • Inspect that all roads, including road signs, public lights, street furniture or other notices in his/her area are maintained in a good condition, subject to the general direction of the line manager. • Keep records of all work done including materials produced, supplied and used, and quantities of work done. Check measurement of loads etc., so as to verify that they contain the amounts specified. • Maintain a personal daily diary, which may be inspected at any time. This diary may be electronic or manual. This diary shall include detailed accounts of any and all incidents which could lead to litigation by others. • Prepare requisitions for articles or materials required for works in his/her area and complete all forms required in connection with supply of such articles or materials. • Responsible for the custody of all maintenance and construction materials, tools and equipment in his/her area, and for the keeping of records necessary in relation thereto. • Liaise with and supervise work carried out by contractors/sub-contractors engaged by Wicklow County Council. • Prepare data necessary to enable his/her Line Manager to work out costings or other necessary analysis of expenditure in relation to work done as required. • Furnish all reports and returns in connection with works, quarries, accidents and sundry matters which may be required from time to time. • Report to his/her Line Manager on all development work, Road Opening Licences, tree-cutting or other activities which come into the scope of the law relating to Local Authorities. • Service notices on landowners in connection with hedge cutting, spillages and the cleaning of drains, and other relevant statutory notices. Give evidence in Court when required in connection with these matters or any other matters which are the concern of Wicklow County Council. • Keep his/her Line Manager advised on all matters which may be of importance in the interest of the County Council and liaise with other sections of the Council on works and emergencies. • The holder of the post will be required to use modern communications as directed. • Deal with members of the public in a courteous, prompt and efficient manner and keep his/her Line Manager informed of such dealings. • Carry out, under the direction of his/her Line Manager, such inspections as are required under the Planning Acts, Building Control Acts, Roads Act, Litter and Housing Acts and other relevant Acts. • Use, as directed and upon receipt of appropriate training, information technology equipment and systems including digital cameras, personal computers and hand-held technologies (e.g. tablet devices etc. and systems such as ProWorks, etc.). • Act, if directed, as an Authorised Officer of the Council under the Litter Pollution, Waste Management Acts and other relevant Acts where required. • Participate, as required, in evaluation of his/her staff and appraisal by his/her Line Manager. • Participate in training provided by Wicklow County Council and facilitate training of his/her staff. • Participate fully in any initiatives aimed at increasing customer satisfaction/quality of service to the community. • Respond to and co-ordinate winter maintenance crews and other emergency activities outside normal working hours. • Carry out any other instructions which may be given by his/her Line Manager from time to time. Undertake those duties as assigned to them by their Line Manager. • Co-operate and participate in Wicklow County Council’s 24 hour Emergency Call Out System. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT A panel may be formed from which future Senior General Services Supervisor positions may be filled. The position will be full-time and pensionable. The successful candidate(s) may be assigned, as required, to any of the Municipal Districts/Directorates under the Chief Executive’s control or to any premises/location in use by the Council now or in the future. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and: (a) to such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 – 2014, 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 mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph. Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate professional/technical and ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature 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, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. Probation Where persons who are not already permanent officers of a Local Authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect, during which such persons shall hold office on probation; (b) such period shall be nine months; this period may be extended at the Chief Executive’s discretion; (c) such persons 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 persons is satisfactory. Salary €1029.77 – €1185.19 per week in accordance with Circular EL 02/2026. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time in line with national policy. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his/her inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. Starting pay shall be determined in accordance with appropriate Departmental Circular letters. New entrants will be placed on the minimum of the salary scale. Hours of Work The person appointed will be required to work a 39 hour week Monday to Friday. The Council reserves the right to alter working hours from time to time. 8.00 a.m. – 16.30 p.m. Monday to Thursday 8.00 a.m. – 15.30 p.m. Friday Successful candidates may be requested to work outside of core hours on various occasions. Remuneration for such overtime will be paid in accordance with agreed rates and procedures. Garda Vetting Candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting. Appointment(s) will be considered having regard to receipt of satisfactory Garda Vetting, particularly to determine suitability to work with children/vulnerable adults. 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 child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA Member State or the UK or Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa. Work Permit 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 Wicklow 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 Wicklow County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. Health For the purposes of satisfying the requirements as to health, it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are appointed, to undergo at their expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to candidates. Residence Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement will be 25 days per annum exclusive of public holidays. Retirement Age There is no mandatory retirement age for new entrants to the Public Service as defined in the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Persons who are not new entrants to the Public Service, as defined in the Public Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 and the Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act 2018, are subject to a compulsory retirement age of 70 years. With effect from 1st January 2013, persons who are pensionable under the terms of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will have a minimum retirement age of 66 years initially rising in line with the State Pension age changes. Members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme have a compulsory retirement age of 70 years.
