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JMK Solicitors are the leading litigation practice in Northern Ireland. We can offer a competitive benefits package including: ✅ 4 Day Working Week with no reduction to pay or benefits.* ✅ Bonus Opportunities ✅ Company Pension, with company contributing 5% of annual salary ✅ Minimum of 28 days holiday per annum to include public holidays ✅ Private Health Care for team member and dependents includes consultations, tests, scans and cancer care plus up to £7.7k annual cash benefits including health screening, therapy, optical and dental ✅ Employee Assistance Programme -24/7 Mental Health and Counselling Care for team and family ✅ Life Insurance - 3 times annual salary ✅ Gym Membership ✅ Optional Health Checks and annual Health and Wellbeing Events ✅ Monthly Recognition Rewards and Vouchers *Full time – 30 hours per week once probation successfully completed.
Executive Assistant
The Role Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. We are seeking applicants for the temporary, half-time post of Executive Assistant to assist in the administrative work of the School of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures. The successful candidate will join a strong administration team in a busy office, providing support to our students, academic and administrative colleagues across the School and University. The successful candidate must have excellent organisational, administrative and IT skills, and experience of working in a busy office environment. They must be able to demonstrate an ability to take initiative to direct their own work, as well as working as part of a team. Please note the working schedule will be Monday to Friday. Principal Duties Administrative and other duties: The duties will include but are not limited to: • General office administration, including maintenance of records, accounts, details of budgets, creation and maintenance of databases and spreadsheets, managing appointments, correspondence, maintenance of files, and circulation of information to staff; • Reception duties: answering calls, post, taking messages and responding to enquiries from prospective or past students, other staff members, and members of the public; • Support on website maintenance and management, and social media tools; • Accounts administration, i.e. processing of invoices (both manual and through the procurement system), expenses for payment and liaising with the MU Finance Office; • Working extensively with current students, in terms of communicating with students, pastoral care, and directing students to appropriate services, and other operational and student support duties that may arise in the normal course of the academic year; • Working in a collegial manner to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues within the School and across the University; • Assisting with the operational development and administration of timetables and examination processes; • Providing logistic support related to hosting and hospitality of various events and guest lectures held throughout the academic year; • Participating in any necessary training and development, and workshops, as relevant opportunities arise; • Learning and understanding new University procedures as they arise; • Other duties as requested from time to time by the Head of School and Administrative Lead. The ideal candidate will have: Essential • Third level degree and or relevant experience working in a university or educational establishment; • Excellent time management and administrative and organisational skills; • Excellent IT skills, in particular the Microsoft Office suite, and the ability to learn how to use new systems; • The ability to work in a team environment and share responsibility for tasks with colleagues; • The capacity to work autonomously and to manage workload, deadlines, and responsibilities; • Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, enabling effective liaison with university staff, students, university partners and other internal and external stakeholders in a professional and collaborative manner; • Understanding of GDPR and the ability to exercise discretion regarding sensitive data and documentation and confidential material, maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. Desirable • An understanding of working in the education sector. • Strong knowledge of systems used in academic departments including Moodle, Academic Database, Microsoft Teams, Office 365. Faculty The Maynooth University Faculty of Arts and Humanities comprises the Departments of Ancient Classics, English, History, Media Studies, Music, Philosophy and the following Schools: Celtic Studies (Early Irish and Nua Ghaeilge) and Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures (Chinese, French, German and Spanish and Latin American Studies). The University has also developed a number of interdisciplinary institutes to support excellent research and to build research capacity across disciplines. The Arts and Humanities Institute is closely associated with Faculty research activity. The role of the Faculty is to co-ordinate the academic activities of individual departments, schools and institutes, to oversee the strategic development of these units and to support interdepartmental and interdisciplinary activities and programmes. The University Maynooth University is a very distinctive university, a collegial institution focused on science and engineering, humanities, and social sciences, and equally committed to research, teaching and community engagement. Located in Ireland’s only university town, its distinctive features and character owe much to its unique history and heritage. It provides a high-quality educational experience to over 15,000 students on a campus with 18th century roots and 21st century dynamism. The strategic trajectory and accomplishments of Maynooth University, in the 25 years since its establishment as an autonomous public university, are exceptional, and a source of great pride to the university community, staff, students and alumni. Maynooth University in 2024 ranked in the top 90 global Times Higher Education (THE) Young University rankings, placing 86th in the world. Maynooth University’s growing global reputation is based on the originality, quality, importance and impact of its research and scholarship, commitment to teaching and learning, the quality of academic programmes, and its leadership in widening participation in higher education. The sources of success are the dedication of its staff and the energy and engagement of its students. Maynooth University is a place of lively contrasts, a modern institution, dynamic, rapidly growing, research-led and engaged, yet grounded in historic academic strengths and scholarly traditions. With over 15,000 students, Maynooth offers a range of programmes at undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level in the humanities, science and engineering and social sciences, including business, law and education. The University also offers a range of international programmes and partnerships. Maynooth’s unique collegial culture fosters an interdisciplinary approach to research, which its world class academics bring to bear in tackling some of the most fundamental challenges facing society today. The University’s research institutes and centres consolidate and deliver this impact as vibrant communities of learning, discovery and creation. Research at Maynooth also is very much central to its teaching and the University prides itself on placing equal value on its research and teaching missions. Maynooth University’s Values Our values define who we are, what we believe in and how we act as a community. They underpin our future success and guide our expectations of ourselves and each other. Our values apply to everyone in the University community: • Integrity • Collegiality • Responsibility • Freedom of expression • Ambition Tenure This is a full-time, permanent post. Salary Executive Assistant: €32,030 – €48,430 (pro rata) per annum (13 points). Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Hours of Work A 35-hour working week is in operation in respect of full-time positions (prorated for part-time positions). This can be reviewed or adjusted from time to time through national agreements.
Sales Executive
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Executive Technician
QUALIFICATIONS CHARACTER Each candidate must be of good character. HEALTH Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 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 EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms - (a) Have satisfactory experience, in a technician post at Grade II or higher level or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State. (b) Have at least five years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II or higher level or an analogous post. (c) Have a wide knowledge of all the technical aspects of local authority work and also a deeper knowledge of at least one section of the work. (d) Possess adequate training and experience relating to dealings with other departments within their own organisations and with other bodies, and (e) Have adequate experience in the supervision and control of staff. Driving Licence: Holders of the post must hold a full unendorsed driving licence for class B vehicles and shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose, provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. If you are required to travel as part of your official duties, Carlow County Council as your employer must be indemnified on your insurance policy. THE ROLE The Executive Technician is a key support position within the Council and is assigned to a service delivery area or to support a functional area as required and will work under the direction and management of the Senior Executive Engineer/Chief Technician or analogous grade or any other employee designated by the Director of Services/Senior Engineer as appropriate. The role involves supporting managers and colleagues and working as part of a team in meeting work goals and objectives and delivering quality services to internal and external customers. The role requires a clear knowledge and understanding of local authority services and its key stakeholders and relationships, local government structures and its democratic role and mandate, current local government issues, future trends and strategic direction of the sector. Successful applicants may be assigned to any service area/role within the Local Authority by the Chief Executive at any time. The ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate through their application form and at the interview, that they have sufficient experience and a proven track record in the following: • A background in civil/construction services, with capacity for supervision and quality control in engineering construction. • Professional technical knowledge and skills, capable of producing, interpreting and amending civil engineering drawings. • High level of proficiency in AutoCAD and GIS. • Preparation of detailed design drawings for contract documents using AutoCad, for various types of construction projects. • GIS map production including GIS data collection, conversion/editing, integration, updating, quality assurance and management and GIS System deployment and maintenance. • Working knowledge of using the Building Regulations and Technical Guidance Documents. • Mapping Queries and Land Registry. • The preparation and presenting of detailed reports, undertaking house/site surveys to record data and process information using computer systems, GPS, as required for the preparation of asset and general layouts. • Ability to work independently or within multi-disciplinary teams. • Ability to work on his/her own initiative. • Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to engage with a wide range of people. • Good organisational skills. • Good IT and presentation skills including a working knowledge of Access database and Microsoft Office. • Good understanding of safety management in the workplace including Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations. COMPLETING A COMPETENCY BASED APPLICATION FORM A Competency Based Application Form requires, you, as the candidate, to describe some of your personal achievements to date, to demonstrate certain competencies (necessary skills & qualities) required for the position you are applying for. All question areas must be answered, as you will be questioned on all areas should you be called for interview. You should describe situation(s) from your own experience, which you think is the best example(s) of what you have done which demonstrates the specific competency. It is essential that you describe how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. The example(s) may be drawn from your experience in various settings, including employment, community, sporting or voluntary. Please do not use the same example to illustrate your answer to more than two areas of competence. Please note the interview board may look for additional examples of where you demonstrated the skills required for the post. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT THE POST: The post is permanent whole-time and pensionable. The post holder shall not engage in any gainful occupation, other than as an employee of a local authority, to such an extent as to impair the performance of his or her duties as an employee of a local authority or in any occupation which might conflict with the interests of the local authority, or which might be inconsistent with the discharge of his/her duties as a local authority employee. DUTIES: The person appointed shall perform such duties as may from time to time be assigned to you in relation to your employment and as may be appropriate to any particular function of any local authority for which the Chief Executive is responsible and carry out such instructions as may be given in relation to the performance of your duties. The person appointed shall, if required, act for an employee of a higher level. The person appointed may be required to work outside your normal job description from time to time. The duties of the post of Executive Technician include, but are not limited to: • Providing technical services relevant to the area of responsibility to which he/she has been assigned, e.g. site inspection, site surveying, preparation of detailed dimensional drawings, design layout, mapping and graphics, report writing, project tendering and such other duties associated with the role. • Involvement in the production of drawings and documents relating to the design, tender and construction of capital projects and in the operations environment. The person will also be involved in projects which could be carried out by the Council and/or by Contractors. The role will include the preparation of reports for planning assessment, land disposal/acquisition and for court proceedings. • Estimating project technical or resource requirements. • Preparation of Health & Safety documentation for work and implementation of department and section health and safety controls. • Reading and reviewing maps, project drawings and plans, technical specifications, etc. • Operating the appropriate technology as required to carry out the work to which he/she has been assigned e.g. AutoCAD, GIS, Map Info, Graphics, Microsoft Office. • Working as part of a team. • Liaising with other departments, members of the public and external agencies in relation to operational aspects of assigned work. • Preparation of public consultation display material and assistance with public consultation requirements. • Managing work files and providing progress reports. • Supervision of staff/projects assigned to him/her. • Contributing to individual staff development, personal development and team development initiatives. • Being accountable for efficient and effective processing of work assigned to him/her. • Assisting with the preparation of estimates. • Undertaking of any duties related to the assigned role. • Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time including any future requirements for reallocation of work and/or redeployment. These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and outline the main functions and responsibilities of the post of Executive Technician and may be subject to change in the future 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 person appointed may be required to attend Court, as necessary, on behalf of Carlow County Council. PROBATION: Where persons who are not already permanent employees of a local authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such appointment takes effect during which such persons shall hold such position on probation, (b) such period shall be 12 months, but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold such position 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, (d) the period at (a) above may be terminated on giving one week’s notice as per the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, (e) there will be assessments during the probationary period. HOURS OF DUTY: The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty-five hours working week, hours may vary from time to time. Carlow County Council operate a flexible time scheme with the earliest start time of 8.30 a.m. and a latest start time of 10.00 a.m. and the earliest finishing time of 16.30 p.m. and the latest finishing time of 18.00 p.m. Lunch break consisting of a minimum of 30 minutes to a maximum of 2 hours must be taken between 12.30 p.m. and 14.30 p.m. The Flexi Leave Scheme is available, on request. The post may require flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including at weekends, as necessary. No additional remuneration will be paid in respect of such activities and Time in Lieu on a time for time basis will apply. Overtime does not apply to this post. All hours of work will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. The working hours may be reviewed at any time and the Council reserves the right to vary the hours or days as required. Remuneration: The annual salary for the post of Executive Technician (Circular Letter EL 03/2025) is as follows: €51,407 - €52,618 - €53,873 – €55,152 – €56,450 – €57,740 - €59,623 (LSI1) - €61,504 (LSI2) Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circulars. The starting pay for new entrants to the public service will be at the minimum of the scale. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. The holder of the position shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to or received by such holder by virtue of the position or in respect of services, which are required by or under any enactment to perform. Work Base: Carlow County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department or premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. Residence: The holder of the office shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Health: For the purposes of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. Annual Leave: The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (as amended). Sick Leave: The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. References: Applicants are required to advise the names of two responsible persons to whom they are well known but not related (at least one of the referees should be an existing or former employer). In advance of any offer of employment, Carlow County Council reserves the right to seek both written and verbal references from current and previous employers, educational institutions, or any other organisations with which the candidate has been associated. The Council reserves the right to determine the merit, appropriateness and relevance of such references and referees. Vetting: Garda vetting is required for certain roles within Carlow County Council. Failure to complete a Garda vetting form on request may prevent your employment with Carlow County Council. In the event of an unsatisfactory Garda declaration being received Carlow County Council reserves the right not to commence employment. In the event of an existing employee changing role as a result of promotion or otherwise to a role that requires Garda Vetting and an unsatisfactory disclosure being returned, Carlow County Council reserves the right to withhold promotion, and also to investigate if further sanction or disciplinary action is warranted on foot of disclosure on a case-by-case basis. Use of Modern Technology: The successful candidate will be required to use all equipment provided, including computers, handheld terminals, mobile telephone, electronic equipment, video or other monitoring equipment and any other new technology which may be introduced in the future. Travel: If you are required to travel as part of your official duties, Carlow County Council as your employer must be indemnified on your insurance policy. Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and Carlow County Council’s Travel and Subsistence Policy. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. Carlow County Council reserves the right to provide a van to enable you to carry out your duties. The provision of a van will be at the discretion of the Chief Executive. Health & Safety: The holder of the post shall co-operate with the terms of Carlow County Council’s Safety Statement and Major Emergency Plan. It is a condition of employment that the successful candidate will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. He/She shall familiarise him/herself with the safety rules and procedures and make proper use of all safety clothing and equipment. Failure to comply with the terms of the Safety Statement may result in disciplinary action. Training: It is a condition of employment that successful candidates will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post and to attend all mandatory training.
Executive Officer
Context for the Position of Executive Officers - General The HEA is seeking to fill several permanent and fixed-term contract positions. In addition, we are seeking to create a panel at Executive Officer level, which will be in place for two years. The HEA may appoint individuals on the panel to either permanent or fixed term positions throughout the two years, depending on the recruitment needs of the organisation. These positions may be filled on: (i) a permanent basis; (ii) a fixed term contract basis (1+ years); or (iii) for shorter periods to assist with specific projects (3-12 months). The HEA reserves the right to align successful candidates to appropriate sections in the organisation dependent on their skills and experience. Executive Officers – General Role The post of Executive Officer is a junior management position. Postholders report to a Senior Executive Officer (or equivalent) in a section and will be responsible for a wide range of activities including: • Assisting with implementation of programmes and funding allocations to higher education institutions. • Assisting with the development of evidence-based analysis and in the development of policy papers and/or reports. • Preparing material for reply – Parliamentary Questions, Freedom of Information requests, etc. • Representing the HEA at meetings, conferences, etc. • Assisting with the organisation of meetings, conferences, and other events. • Drafting of minutes of meetings attended. • Managing records and files in their section. • Carrying out other duties appropriate to the grade. Requirements • Minimum of a NFQ Level 7 Ordinary Bachelor Degree or higher in a relevant discipline. • Have at least three years’ relevant professional experience that aligns with the Executive Officer Capabilities Framework. • Excellent organisational and project management skills. • Excellent IT skills in Microsoft Office programs, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. • Excellent verbal and written communication. • Ability to be a team player who works in an effective manner with other members of a team. • Excellent time management skills with the capacity to handle various tasks and deadlines. • Be able to demonstrate a track record of working independently and accepting responsibility for projects. • Be able to pay close attention to ensure that work is done to a high standard. For further details on the competency framework requirements at EO grade please see link below: EO Capability Framework.pdf Terms of Post Pay: The Executive Officer standard salary scale for this position is as follows (rates effective from 1st August 2025): PPC: €37,919, €39,860, €40,956, €43,094, €45,010, €46,864, €48,711, €50,519, €52,366, €54,207, €56,160, €57,469, €59,335¹, €61,216² PPC (Personal Pension Contribution) scale (for officers who are existing civil or public servants appointed on or after 6th April 1995 or who are new entrants to the civil or public service and who are making a compulsory personal pension contribution). Different pay and conditions may apply if, prior to appointment, the appointee is an existing civil or public servant appointed prior to 6th April 1995. Increments may be awarded subject to satisfactory service and to changes in the terms and conditions relating to salary increments in the Civil/Public Service generally. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. The appointment will be made on the salary scale at a point in line with current Government Pay Policy. New entrants to the Civil or Public Sector, as defined in Circular 18/2010, will commence on the first point of the salary scale. Different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant. Annual Leave: Annual Leave will be 23 working days, rising to 24 working days after 5 years, 25 days after 10 years, 26 working days after 12 years and 27 working days after 14 years of employment. This leave is exclusive of public holidays. Hours of Attendance: Working hours will be in accordance with the standard arrangements for the HEA and will equate to 35 hours (net of rest breaks) per week. No additional payment will be made for extra attendance as the rate of remuneration payable covers any exceptional extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time. The HEA offers flexible working arrangements and a flexi leave scheme. Staff are permitted to work up additional time which may subsequently be taken as time off (flexi leave). Location: This position is currently based at 3 Shelbourne Buildings, Shelbourne Road, Dublin. A hybrid policy is in place to facilitate blended working. Tenure: The appointment to the post is subject to a probationary period that will be no greater than 11 months. Duties: The appointee will be expected to perform all acts, duties and obligations as appropriate to this position (which may be revised from time to time). Outside Employment: The position is whole-time and the appointee must avoid involvement in outside employment or business interests in conflict or in potential conflict with the business of the Higher Education Authority. Clarification must be sought from management where any doubt arises. Sick Leave: Sick leave with full pay may be allowed at the discretion of the Higher Education Authority in accordance with established procedures and conditions for the public service generally. Retirement and Superannuation: The appointee will be offered public service pension terms and retirement age conditions in accordance with pension arrangements in the Higher Education Authority depending on the status of the successful appointee: a) In general, an individual who has no prior pensionable Public Service history in the 26 weeks prior to appointment will be a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (Single Scheme) which commenced from 1 January 2013 as per Section 10 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. b) An individual who is on secondment will remain a member of the pension scheme of the employer they are seconded from, and their pensionable remuneration will be based on his or her substantive grade, that is the grade at which the individual is employed in the organisation he or she is seconded from. c) An individual who was a member of a pre-existing public service pension scheme as construed by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 and who does not qualify for membership of the Single Scheme will be a member of the HEA’s Staff Superannuation Scheme and Associated Spouses and Children’s Scheme. d) At the time of being offered an appointment, the Higher Education Authority, in consultation with the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science and the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform if necessary, will, in the light of the appointee’s previous Public Service and or other employment history, determine the appropriate pension terms and conditions to apply for the duration of the appointment. Appointees will be required to disclose their full public service history. Details of the appropriate superannuation provisions will be provided upon determination of appointee’s status. e) Retirement age shall be subject to relevant superannuation scheme provision and the statutory provisions set out in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 and the Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act 2018. Pension Accrual: A 40-year limit on total service that can be counted towards pension where a person has been a member of more than one existing public service pension scheme will apply. This 40-year limit, which is provided for in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012, came into effect on 28 July 2012. This may have implications for any appointee who has acquired pension rights in a previous public service employment. Pension Abatement: The Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 extended pension abatement so that a retiree’s public service pension is liable to abatement on re-entering public service employment, even where the new employment is in a different area of the public service. However, if the appointee was previously employed in the Civil Service and awarded a pension under voluntary early retirement arrangements (other than the Incentivised Scheme of Early Retirement (ISER) or the Health Service Executive VER or VRS which render a person ineligible for the competition), the entitlement to payment of that pension will cease with effect from the date of reappointment. Special arrangements will, however, be made for the reckoning of previous service given by the appointee for the purpose of any future superannuation award for which the appointee may be eligible. Ill-Health Retirement: Please note that where an individual has retired from a Civil or Public Service body on the grounds of ill-health, his or her pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement within the pension scheme of that employment. Eligibility Criteria Please ensure that you fulfil the eligibility requirements for this competition as outlined below before applying. Candidates must be authorised to work in the State at the time of application and for the term of the role advertised. Candidates must, by date of any job offer, be residing on the island of Ireland to be considered for this role. Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, fall within one of the following categories: A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or A UK citizen; or A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or 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 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 Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Applications from candidates not falling within categories 1-6 above will not be considered. The HEA reserves the right to request proof of authorisation to work in the State prior to interview and or acceptance. Other Eligibility Criteria Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER): It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees under that Scheme are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010): The Department of Health Circular 7/2010 dated 1st November 2010 introduced a Targeted Voluntary Early Retirement (VER) Scheme and Voluntary Redundancy Schemes (VRS). It is a condition of the VER scheme that persons availing of the scheme will not be eligible for re-employment in the public health sector or in the wider public service or in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. The same prohibition on re-employment applies under the VRS, except that the prohibition is for a period of 7 years, after which time any re-employment will require the approval of the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform. People who availed of either of these schemes are not eligible to compete in this competition. Collective Agreement - Redundancy Payments to Public Servants: The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform letter dated 28th June 2012 to Personnel Officers introduced, with effect from 1st June 2012, a Collective Agreement which had been reached between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Public Services Committee of the ICTU in relation to ex-gratia Redundancy Payments to Public Servants. It is a condition of the Collective Agreement that persons availing of the agreement will not be eligible for re-employment in the public service by any public service body for a period of 2 years from termination of the employment. Thereafter, the consent of the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform will be required prior to re-employment. People who availed of this scheme and who may be successful in this competition will have to prove their eligibility and the Minister’s consent will have to be secured prior to employment by any public service body. Change in eligibility criteria: Applicants are required to notify the HEA immediately if there is a change in their eligibility to work in the State at any stage in the application process or should they be placed on a Panel during the period that they are on that Panel. The HEA reserves the right to remove a candidate from the application process or any relevant recruitment Panel should the candidate no longer have lawful authority to work in the State.
Executive Administrator
SALARY SCALE: €46,210 - €66,354 p.a. JOB DESCRIPTION JOB SYNOPSIS: The Scheduling & Examinations Team within the Academic Registry Division are responsible for production of the Class timetable, Examination Timetable and associated room bookings in Autumn and Spring semesters. The centralised scheduling service is available to all academic departments that wish to have their modules/programmes included in the timetable. This role will support the Scheduling & Examinations Manager in planning, organising and processes of the scheduling and exams team to ensure the delivery of the highest standard of service to internal and external stakeholders The post holder will report to the role of Scheduling & Examinations Manager. JOB PURPOSE: The Academic Registry Division at University of Limerick is responsible for the central administrative aspects of the student journey, including undergraduate student recruitment, admissions, registration, student records, timetabling/scheduling and data management. The Division is undergoing a significant transition programme, dealing with organisation structure, staffing and IT investment. This is to ensure the maintenance and development of business processes and systems to support programme management, while balancing the requirement for a stable, responsive, reliable, sustainable, supportable and scalable student records eco-system. The creation of a complete, accurate, and timely academic timetable and examination schedule are critical functions that directly impact the teaching, learning and assessment experience for students and staff. This is a key aspect of the work of the Operations Department in Academic Registry Division. This role will support the Scheduling & Examinations Manager in planning, organising and processes of the scheduling and exams team to ensure the delivery of the highest standard of service to internal and external stakeholders. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: The key responsibilities of this post will include, but will not be limited to:
Executive Librarian
The Role of the Executive Librarian The Executive Librarian is a professional librarian position with a key managerial role in delivering high quality library services for Carlow County Council. The post holder will be part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for managing and developing library staff, resources, programmes, and facilities. The Executive Librarian will report to the County Librarian and/or Senior Executive Librarian. The main duties and responsibilities of the Executive Librarian will be consistent with the provision of a modern 21st century public library service that is responsive to the changing requirements of customers of all ages and abilities. These duties will include but are not limited to: Strategic responsibilities: ➢ Support senior management in communicating, implementing, and managing change initiatives within the Library Service ➢ Identify opportunities for innovation and service improvement in line with the national public library strategy, using performance indicators effectively ➢ Ensure implementation of the Library Development Programme, aligning with the Council’s corporate plans and strategies for county development ➢ Assist in the development of library policies, plans and strategies ➢ Support the County Librarian, Senior Executive Librarian or other nominated senior officials to communicate, implement and manage change management initiatives within the Library Service ➢ Participate in national and local committees and working groups to advance new and innovative services Operational responsibilities ➢ Manage governance of library buildings, health and safety, and child protection in accordance with Council policies ➢ Forge strong links through outreach with community, education, business, and other sectors ➢ Oversee information systems and services, budget management, reporting, and financial reconciliation ➢ Communicate effectively with employees, senior managers, customers, and elected representatives on operational matters ➢ Provide specialist assistance and support in the delivery of projects as required ➢ Support the events manager in delivering an innovative programme of events and including exhibitions, workshops and other activities ➢ Manage, train, and supervise staff up to Librarian grade, including workload allocation, leave management, and performance monitoring ➢ Ensure compliance with all organisational policies and procedures ➢ Deputise for the Senior Executive Librarian as and when required ➢ Undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility within the Library Service, as may be required, or assigned, from time to time Qualifications Character Each candidate will be of good character. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education, Training, Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) hold a degree (level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications) in the area of Library and Information Studies, (ii) have satisfactory experience of library work. NOTE: A copy of relevant examination results should be included with your application in order to determine your eligibility for this post. 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 The ideal candidate will demonstrate the key competencies outlined in this booklet and possess the following: • Clear knowledge of the Executive Librarian role, the future development of library services, and the changing operating environment of local government • Proven experience in managing and supervising staff, with the ability to lead, motivate, empower and encourage teams to achieve shared goals • Capability to lead and manage change effectively to deliver quality services in a dynamic environment • Strong understanding of the structure and functions of local government, current issues and priorities, and the representational role of elected members • Effective skills in budgeting, resource allocation, report writing, and financial reconciliation • Knowledge and experience of IT systems and an understanding of the role of digital technologies in modern library service delivery • Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and deliver key operational objectives while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures • Ability to work closely with other Council departments and external agencies • Excellent customer service skills and demonstrate an awareness of Carlow County Council’s Customer Service Charter • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and work on own initiative • Good knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and its application in the workplace Driving Licence: The holder of the post MUST hold a full driving licence for Class B vehicles free from endorsement/ disqualification. When required to do so, holders of office shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately. The Post The post is permanent wholetime and pensionable. The post holder shall not engage in any gainful occupation, other than as an employee of a local authority, to such an extent as to impair the performance of his or her duties as an employee of a local authority or in any occupation which might conflict with the interests of the local authority or which might be inconsistent with the discharge of his/her duties as a local authority employee. Location of post The successful candidate may be based in any of Carlow County Council’s library facilities. Carlow County Council reserves the right to assign the post holder to any council premises, now or in the future, subject to reasonable notice. Any changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide at their own expense the necessary mode of travel to and from work. Working Hours The working hours are 35 hours per week which will include weekend and evening working hours. Carlow County Council reserves the right to alter the working hours from time to time. The successful candidate may be required to work additional hours on a time off in lieu (time for time) basis on various occasions. All hours of work will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time (Regulations) 2001. Probation Where persons who are not already permanent employees of a local authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such appointment takes effect during which such persons shall hold such position on probation, (b) such period shall be twelve months, but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold such position 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, (d) the period at (a) above may be terminated on giving one week’s notice as per the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, (e) there will be assessments during the probationary period. Remuneration The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. 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. The salary scale for the post of Executive Librarian (Circular Letter EL 07/2025) is: €57,322 - €58,689 - €60,356 - €63,491 - €65,363 - €67,690 (LSI1) and €70,030 (LSI2) gross per annum. Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government. In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL.02/2020, 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. Health For the purposes of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. Residence The holder of the office shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. References Applicants are required to advise the names of two responsible persons to whom they are well known but not related (at least one of the referees should be an existing or former employer). In advance of any offer of employment, Carlow County Council reserves the right to seek both written and verbal references from current and previous employers, educational institutions or any other organisations with which the candidate has been associated. The Council reserves the right to determine the merit, appropriateness and relevance of such references and referees. Vetting Garda vetting is required for certain roles within Carlow County Council. Failure to complete a Garda vetting form on request may prevent your employment with Carlow County Council. In the event of an unsatisfactory Garda declaration being received Carlow County Council reserves the right not to commence employment. In the event of an existing employee changing role as a result of promotion or otherwise to a role that requires Garda Vetting and an unsatisfactory disclosure being returned, Carlow County Council reserves the right to withhold promotion, and also to investigate if further sanction/disciplinary action is warranted on foot of disclosure on a case by case basis. Training: It is a condition of employment that successful candidates will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post and to attend all mandatory training. Annual Leave: The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (as amended). Sick Leave: The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. Health & Safety: The holder of the post shall co-operate with the terms of Carlow County Council’s Safety Statement and Major Emergency Plan. It is a condition of employment that the successful candidate will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. He/She shall familiarise him/herself with the safety rules and procedures and make proper use of all safety, clothing and equipment. Failure to comply with the terms of the Safety Statement may result in a disciplinary action. Use of Modern Technology The successful candidate will be required to use all equipment provided, including computers, hand held terminals, mobile telephone, electronic equipment, video or other monitoring equipment and any other new technology which may be introduced in the future.
Business Development Executive
Duties & Responsibilities Leadership and Management • To provide end-to-end project management to ensure the successful implementation and delivery of a range of business projects and skills development programmes. • To ensure that the College meets all of its requirements with regard to compliance for these programmes. • To continually develop and maintain a full understanding of the market, by engagement with employers, sector skills councils and other key organisations and undertaking market research in order to continually identify business development, skills and training opportunities for the College. • To develop and maintain key relationships with strategic partners, employers and organisations. • To plan and co-ordinate employer and other organisational engagement activities in order to maximise income generation activities for the college. • To work with curriculum through integrated planning mechanisms and on-going engagement to increase revenue sources of income for the college across all its full cost, bespoke and project funding led provision. • To provide on-going support to curriculum in the development and project management of its full cost, bespoke and project funding led provision. • To prepare appropriate bids/tenders/funding applications for the College and undertake the project management and administration of these funds. • To develop and continually review accurate costing models and tender templates with necessary supporting documentation for all bids/tenders and funding applications. • To create and maintain relevant systems processes and procedures to manage business development activities. • To achieve KPI’s and income generation targets as agreed with the Centre for Business Development Manager. • To promote and market all College Learning products, programmes, events and activities that the College can provide to employers, organisations and key strategic partners and lead on business development campaigns in order to maximise income generation for the College. • To ensure a high profile for the College in its business development activities and work with the marketing team to devise and deliver promotional and marketing activities across a range of key sectors. • To contribute to the development and on-going maintenance of a CRM system to support business development activities. • To work on a collaborative basis with colleagues across the Department and other sections of Belfast Met as required. Resource Management and Financial Accountability • To manage the organisation of financial and other resource allocations of any assigned projects, programmes and activities including the identification of staffing, capital and revenue resourcing in order to meet objectives. • To prepare appropriate bids for funding, sponsorship, projects and/or capital equipment for the area and to assist in planning for their use. • To prepare budgets and business cases as necessary to ensure appropriate resources are in place to secure and deliver business opportunities. • To develop monitoring and evaluation mechanisms for all funded programmes and ensure full contractual compliance and adherence to funding terms and conditions and to work with Finance to ensure that all projects are audit compliant. • To work with finance to ensure accurate and timely preparation of grant and other claims in line with Letters of Offer. • To procure services as required in the delivery of operational targets. Performance Management and Continuous Improvement • To fully support the development of the College as a responsive provider of high quality services. • To drive continuous improvement and to promote a culture of innovation in support services through reviewing processes, systems and ways of working to ensure efficient and effective service delivery. • To ensure the service meets and/or exceeds requirements for all internal and external quality assessments and inspections are met. • To motivate and communicate effectively with staff, delegate work to others where appropriate and consistently encourage others to contribute to improvements in working and learning environments. • To be accountable for completion of all designated management tasks as required by College policies e.g. Sickness • Absence Management Policy, Disciplinary Policy. Work with the College’s marketing team to ensure the promotion of the service throughout the College. External Links and Partnerships • To develop and strengthen partnership working with a range of external stakeholders including employers, professional bodies, sector skills councils, government departments and statutory agencies. • To represent the College at appropriate meetings and events as required at a local, national and international level. • To develop a dynamic, innovative and entrepreneurial culture in the College and with its students to enable adaptation to external changes, response to opportunities, maximisation of income generation and maintenance of a position at the forefront of excellence and best practice. • To represent Belfast Metropolitan College on external partnership forums. • To develop and maintain key relationships with strategic partners (public/private/community/educational) to increase the sphere of influence of the College and to increase income sources for the College. • To facilitate improved Higher and Further Education Collaboration across the key sectors. General • To contribute to the achievement of the College’s mission, values and strategic directions. • Participate in the Colleges performance appraisal system. • Participate in College developments, attend internal and external meetings and training programmes required. • Adhere to general standards of conduct embodied in College policies. • To implement and embed the College’s equality and diversity policies and respond to its equality and diversity duties as they relate to all stakeholders. • Act, if directed as fire marshal or warden. • Carry out, if directed, the role of first aider. • To undertake such other relevant duties as may be reasonably expected of the post holder.
Brand & Social Content Account Executive
Brand & Social Content Account Executive Legacy Communications Location: Hybrid, Millbank House, Millbank Business Park, Lucan, Dublin Position: Full-Time Start Date: ASAP Experience: 1 to 2 years in a brand, social, content or agency role preferred (or exceptional graduate with proven content creation skills or a personal passion for social media) Apply: Send CV and Cover Letter to [insert email] A Bit About Legacy Founded by Bernard and James Brogan, Legacy Communications has built a reputation as one of Ireland's most progressive and exciting PR and creative agencies. We are Creative Communicators, shaping an agency built for tomorrow's consumer by blending brand communications with creative, social and digital marketing. We proudly partner with some of Ireland's most recognisable brands, including Aldi, The National Lottery, Tony's Chocolonely, ASICS, Krispy Kreme, Dogs Trust, Pieta, Energia, Laya Healthcare, Amgen, Cash & Carry Kitchens, Westport Estate, Fingal County Council, Screwfix and many more. Our campaigns are strategic, insight-led and creatively bold, and we pride ourselves on doing things differently. The Role We are seeking a proactive and ambitious Account Executive to join our growing Brand and Content Team. This is a varied and hands-on role for someone who lives and breathes social media, content creation and brand storytelling. You will work across multiple channels including social-first content, advertising campaigns, influencer activity, PR, experiential and BTL brand activations. This role suits someone who is culturally tuned in, social media savvy, naturally creative, highly organised and eager to take ownership in a fast-paced agency environment. Key Responsibilities Content Creation and Social Media
