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Description What is an Air Corps Recruit? An Air Corps Recruit is a person who enlists for General Service in the Defence Forces. The Irish Air Corps General Service Recruitment pathway offers a dynamic and diverse range of opportunities for individuals who are passionate about aviation, safety and teamwork. The Defence Forces are seeking individuals with integrity, dedication and commitment to excellence. You will be fully trained but applicants should have: Base Location: Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel, Co. Dublin CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Trainee Chef (Recruit Training Pathway)
A career as a Trainee Chef in the Irish Defence Forces offers the opportunity to build a recognised culinary career while serving your country. The Defence Forces (Óglaigh na hÉireann) are the combined armed forces of Ireland (Army, Naval Service and Air Corps), dedicated to defending the State, supporting national security, and contributing to international peace and security at home and overseas. Our personnel are trained to the highest standards, operating with discipline, teamwork, and professionalism in a wide range of roles. Trainee Chefs join the Defence Forces as General Service Recruits . During your initial twelve weeks of Recruit Training , you will develop the core military skills required of all Defence Forces personnel, including discipline, teamwork, fitness, and leadership. This is followed by a further twelve weeks of 2-3 Star training , where you continue to build your military knowledge and experience. On successful completion of this training, there may be a period of culinary on-the-job work experience before you progress to professional chef training in the Defence Forces School of Catering in McKee Barracks, Dublin. Here you will develop practical culinary skills and gain a QQI Level 5 Major Award, with opportunities for further recognised professional qualifications. You will learn a wide range of culinary skills from our team of highly experienced instructor staff, including the preparation of nutritious, high-quality meals for Defence Forces personnel. Whilst undergoing these three elements of training, in addition to full pay, you will also receive free meals and accommodation within the barracks. You will also have access to free medical care (dentist, pharmacy, physio etc.) and gym facilities. Defence Forces Chefs play an important role in supporting operational effectiveness by ensuring personnel are properly nourished during training, daily duties, and deployments. Chefs may serve in barracks and at sea throughout Ireland and can also support Defence Forces personnel on overseas missions. This career is ideal for motivated individuals who enjoy teamwork, hands-on work, and working in a disciplined, fast-paced environment . It offers a unique opportunity to combine a professional culinary career with the pride and purpose of serving in the Irish Defence Forces. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Policy Manager, Children & Vulnerable Adults, Higher Executive Officer
About this Role Role Purpose The Policy Manager will undertake high-quality, evidence-based policy development and analysis to support An Coimisiún's understanding of issues and developments affecting children in the media landscape. The Policy Manager will provide project management to support efficient and effective development and delivery of projects by the Children & Vulnerable Adults team. The role will also manage and coordinate An Coimisiún's Youth Advisory Committee. The role will support stakeholder engagement activities, including representing An Coimisiún externally. In addition, the Policy Manager will contribute to effective cross-team collaboration and coordination in the organisation. About the Team/Division The Children and Vulnerable Adults team is currently one of four teams in An Coimisiun’s Policy, Research and Strategy division. The role of the Children and Vulnerable Adults team is support An Coimisiún's understanding of issues and developments affecting children and vulnerable adults in the media landscape, including the online media landscape, by providing subject matter expertise. The current focus of the team's work in this regard is on children. The team also works on a range of initiatives, including in collaboration with other teams within the Policy, Research and Strategy division and within An Coimisiún more generally. Current examples in this regard include management and operation of the Youth Advisory Committee; chairing and coordinating an internal Strategic Outcome Group for Children; and developing and implementing a pilot programme to support children at imminent risk of harm from online content. The purpose of the Policy, Research & Strategy Division is to ensure that Coimisiún na Meán has a deep and evidence-based understanding of how traditional and online media affect the rights, interests, and welfare of individuals. Its work addresses a broad spectrum of issues across the media landscape, including online safety, illegal harms, the interests of children and vulnerable adults, and the protection of democracy and fundamental rights. Key Responsibilities Privacy Notice Coimisiún na Meán (An Coimisiún, CnaM, we, our) processes the personal data arising as a result of its recruitment campaign. The Data Controller is CnaM, and the Data Processor appointed by CnaM to conduct the recruitment process is CPL. The Data Controller’s contact details are - Data Protection Officer, Coimisiún na Meán 1 Shelbourne Buildings, Shelbourne Road, Dublin 4, D04 NP20, Ireland. Email: dpo@cnam.ie Phone Number : 01 963 7755 CnaM will process the personal data collected during the recruitment process for the purpose of the review, consideration and selection of applications and the contacting of applicants. Third party recipients may include CnaM representatives. CnaM does not transfer personal data outside of the EU or EEA. CnaM’s legal bases for collecting and processing this data may include: - Contract - where the processing is necessary for the performance of a contract, or in order to take steps at the request of the data subject prior to entering into a contract and/or - Consent - where you have given explicit consent to the processing (e.g. reasonable accommodations) The personal data processed will be stored securely. This data will be stored for a maximum of 12 months in the event of an unsuccessful application. Applicants have the right to access their data and to rectify any inaccuracies in their data. To do this, please write to the Data Protection Officer at the address listed above. Applicants have the right, where appropriate, to the erasure of their data and/or a restriction on processing of their data. In addition, data subjects have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission. Our full Data Protection Statement is available here: https://www.cnam.ie/governance/data-protection-privacy/privacy-statement/ Closing Date: 3pm, 14th October 2026.
Carpentry and Joinery Apprentice
Location: Tipperary / Kilkenny Job Type: Full-time Start Date: Immediate start available We are currently seeking motivated apprentice Carpenter's to join our team, working on a variety of projects across Tipperary and Kilkenny. This role would suit a reliable apprentice who is eager to learn and develop their skills in all aspects of carpentry. Key Responsibilities: • Assisting qualified carpenters on site • Carrying out carpentry tasks • Using hand and power tools safely • Maintaining a clean and safe work environment • Following instructions and site safety procedures Requirements: • Crucially must be able to retain information • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn • Good timekeeping and reliability • Ability to work well as part of a team • Safe Pass required (or willing to obtain) What We Offer: • Steady, long-term work • Competitive rates of pay (based on experience and apprenticeship year) • Hands-on experience across a range of carpentry work •professional working environment
Carpentry and Joinery Apprentice
Location: Tipperary / Kilkenny Job Type: Full-time Start Date: Immediate start available We are currently seeking motivated apprentice Carpenter's to join our team, working on a variety of projects across Tipperary and Kilkenny. This role would suit a reliable apprentice who is eager to learn and develop their skills in all aspects of carpentry. Key Responsibilities: • Assisting qualified carpenters on site • Carrying out carpentry tasks • Using hand and power tools safely • Maintaining a clean and safe work environment • Following instructions and site safety procedures Requirements: • Crucially must be able to retain information • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn • Good timekeeping and reliability • Ability to work well as part of a team • Safe Pass required (or willing to obtain) What We Offer: • Steady, long-term work • Competitive rates of pay (based on experience and apprenticeship year) • Hands-on experience across a range of carpentry work •professional working environment
Carpentry and Joinery Apprentice
Apprectice Carpenter/Joiner required Beginner or carpenter already in the apprenticeship programme required for busy workshop in Tuamgraney, Co Clare. Candidate will learn production methods of doors, stairs, windows, second fixing (skirting, architrave, door frames etc.) Some fitting on site will also be required. Hours of work 8am - 5pm Salary negotiable and based on skills and experience Immediate Start- registration through Solas for apprenticeship will commence once trial period of 3 months is completed. Must be interested in carpentry/joinery and show a willingness to learn.
Executive Officer
The Purpose of the Role To provide administrative support for the delivery of postgraduate activities in the School of Medicine and to support the Director of Postgraduate Teaching & Learning, Associate Directors and the Postgraduate Manager. Context Postgraduate activities within the School are coordinated by the Postgraduate Teaching & Learning Office. The School of Medicine currently has over 600 registered postgraduate students. The School offers 23 taught M.Sc./Diploma/Certificate programmes, spanning a broad spectrum of medical and scientific disciplines. Research students may undertake MSc, MD or PhD degrees. The School also offers a number of short courses and CPD programmes. Postgraduate teaching and research are conducted on the main Trinity campus as well as the Trinity Centres for Health Sciences at St. James’s and Tallaght Hospitals. Postgraduate activities are led by the Director of Postgraduate Teaching & Learning who is supported by three Associate Directors for PhD Studies, Continuous Professional Development Programmes, and Fellowships, and the Postgraduate Manager. This role is part of a recently established team of Postgraduate Administration. The role reports to the Postgraduate Manager and works closely with the Postgraduate Administrator. The role holder is a point of contact for staff and students in the School and is responsible for providing a professional, efficient and welcoming service to all students, staff and visitors to the School. While the role is primarily based at the Trinity Centre for Health Sciences at the St. James’s Hospital campus, travel to the main Trinity campus or the Tallaght Trinity Centre for Health Sciences may be required from time to time. Main Responsibilities Student Administration • Assist in the administration and coordination of postgraduate programmes throughout the full student lifecycle, providing support for key processes including recruitment, admissions, registration, assessment, progression, examination boards and graduation. • Serve as a first point of contact for prospective and current postgraduate students, responding to enquiries by email, telephone, and in person, while delivering a professional, responsive, and student-centered service at all times. • Provide accurate and timely information on postgraduate academic and administrative procedures, policies, and regulations, ensuring that enquiries are resolved efficiently or referred to the appropriate academic or professional staff where necessary. • Support the organization and delivery of student registration, induction, orientation, and onboarding activities, ensuring students receive the information and guidance required to successfully commence their studies. • Assist in the preparation, coordination, and dissemination of programme timetables, teaching schedules, and guest lecture arrangements, liaising with academic staff and external contributors as required. • Support the development, preparation, and maintenance of programme materials and documentation, including course handbooks, module information, student communications, and online learning resources through Blackboard Ultra. • Provide advice and administrative support to students and academic staff on examination, assessment, progression, and graduation procedures, ensuring compliance with College regulations and established deadlines. • Process and maintain documentation relating to External Examiners, including appointment, reappointment, payment and reporting processes, ensuring all records are accurate and completed within required timeframes. • Process and maintain administrative documentation for casual and occasional staff, ensuring payment requests, and associated records are completed accurately and submitted in a timely manner. • Assist in the planning, organisation, and delivery of programme-related events, workshops, information sessions, open days and other student engagement activities, providing logistical and administrative support as required. • Support the evaluation and continuous improvement of postgraduate programmes through the administration of surveys, collection and analysis of student feedback, and preparation of summary reports for review by course Directors and the School management. • Coordinate and maintain updates to Calendar entries and programme information in collaboration with course Directors and the Postgraduate Administrator, ensuring that published programme details remain accurate, current and aligned with College requirements. Administrative Support • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues across College administrative and academic departments, affiliated teaching hospitals, professional bodies and external service providers to support the efficient administration and delivery of postgraduate programmes. • Coordinate and organise meetings and committee activities by scheduling, booking rooms or online meeting platforms, preparing and distributing agendas, supporting documentation and meeting papers in accordance with agreed timelines. • Attend meetings as required, accurately record discussions and decisions, prepare minutes, and maintain comprehensive records to support governance, compliance and operational requirements. • Maintain committee and meeting records in accordance with College policies and procedures, ensuring documentation is organized, accessible and retained appropriately. • Assist in the preparation and collation of reports, presentations, briefing papers, and other documentation required for meetings, committees and programme-related activities. Systems Proficiency across a range of College systems is required to support the effective administration and delivery of postgraduate programmes and related activities: • Maintain and monitor student records and files, including teaching, assessment, progression, and graduation data, using the Student Information System (SITS) and Blackboard Ultra, ensuring information is accurate, up to date, and maintained in accordance with College policies and procedures. • Process purchase orders, expenses, and payments for external lecturers and service providers using the Financial Information System (FIS), ensuring transactions are completed accurately and in a timely manner, and generate standard financial reports as required. • Prepare, update, and distribute student timetables using relevant College systems, coordinating room bookings and liaising with the School Timetabling Officer to support the effective scheduling and utilisation of teaching and learning spaces. • Maintain and update databases, spreadsheets, and electronic records, ensuring data accuracy and integrity, and generate routine reports to support programme administration, planning, and decision-making activities. Person Requirements The role-holder will require the following knowledge, skills and attributes for successful performance in the role. Qualifications • Leaving Certificate or equivalent - essential • Diploma or professional qualification – desirable • Experience working in an administrative or customer service environment - essential Knowledge • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams - essential. • General knowledge of administrative procedures and office practices. • Familiarity with the work of the School of Medicine and of the University Experience • Prior work experience providing administrative support in a busy office environment. • Experience in dealing with enquiries and providing a high standard of customer service. • Experience maintaining accurate records and processing information with a high level of attention to detail. Skills • Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact professionally with students, staff and external stakeholders. • High standard of accuracy in both written and numerical work. • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Personal attributes • Understands the importance of quality service and pro-actively delivers this. • Pays close attention to quality standards. • Is reliable, flexible and willing to support colleagues when required. • Has the ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality. • Takes a proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement. • Takes pride in providing excellent customer service, providing a helpful and courteous approach to colleagues, students, academic staff and customers. • Committed to achieving results, putting in additional effort as required. • Flexible approach to working hours as the demands of the post may require work outside normal office working hours from time to time.
Higher Executive Officer: Internal Communications Executive
The Role - HEO Internal Communications Executive Working under the direction of the Head of Communications and Customer Relations, the purpose of this role is to manage the delivery of a high-impact internal communications plan that supports organisational performance, strengthens culture and enables the effective delivery of the HSA’s statutory mandate. The following is a non-exhaustive list of key accountabilities that are typically allocated, but are not limited to, the role: ■ Develop, implement and continuously review processes and procedures to support effective internal communication. ■ Work with senior management to deliver an organisation-wide internal communications plan that delivers key messages at key stages, to support the HSA’s Strategy Statement, Programmes of Work, Executive Team priorities, organisational culture, and public sector governance and accountability requirements. ■ Based on agreed priorities, translate organisational strategy, regulatory priorities and operational initiatives into clear, accessible and staff-relevant messaging. ■ Ensure internal communications reinforce the HSA’s vision and values. ■ Ensure strong coordination between the internal communications role, senior management and operational divisions. ■ Oversee and continuously improve the HSA’s internal communications channels, including: o Staff intranet (eXchange) o Webinars o Leadership updates and internal meetings o Internal publications and digital content ■ Ensure all content is clear, consistent, accessible and aligned with HSA brand and accessibility requirements. ■ Provide guidance and support to managers across the organisation in planning and delivering effective internal communications. ■ Build strong working relationships across divisions to ensure coordinated and aligned messaging. ■ Lead internal communications for key organisational initiatives, including: o Strategy development o Culture and engagement programmes o HR and wellbeing initiatives (in partnership with HR) o Organisational change and transformation programmes ■ Support as required the delivery of internal campaigns that drive awareness, engagement and behavioural change. ■ Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of internal communications using feedback and performance data, where available. ■ Provide insights and recommendations to improve communication effectiveness and staff engagement. ■ Identify and implement new tools, platforms, and approaches to enhance internal communications effectiveness. ■ Promote best practice in internal communications across the organisation through guidance, templates, and training. ■ Support internal communications during incidents or critical events to ensure staff are informed in a timely and accurate manner. ■ Ensure alignment between internal and external messaging during high-profile or sensitive issues. Essential Requirements ■ A Level 7 qualification (or higher) in a relevant discipline. ■ A minimum of three years’ relevant experience in an internal communications role. ■ A track record of working with senior managers in delivering successful internal communications outcomes. ■ Excellent writing and editing skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear, accessible and engaging content. ■ Experience using internal communications channels and tools, including intranet, email, webinars, staff events or digital content platforms. Desirable Requirements ■ Experience supporting culture, engagement or organisational change initiatives. ■ Experience working in a public sector, regulatory or complex stakeholder environment. ■ Knowledge of accessibility, plain English and inclusive communications principles. Conditions of Service Tenure Appointment from this competition will be a full-time permanent Higher Executive Officer grade in the public service following successful completion of a nine-month probation period. Salary For persons paying Class A rate of PRSI contributions, the scale is as follows: €60,029 €61,785 €63,537 €65,286 €67,044 €68,792 €70,547 €73,077¹ €76,546² Long service increments may be payable after 3 (LSI-1) and 6 (LSI-2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. The starting salary will be at the minimum point of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. Appointments arising from this competition are subject to Section 52, of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Authority. Note: Different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the successful candidate is already a serving civil or public servant. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government pay policy. Successful candidates will be placed on a panel from which appointments will be made. Vacancies will be offered to candidates based on the order of merit from the interview process. Any panel formed as part of this campaign, will expire 12 months from its establishment. Probationary Period On appointment, the appointee will serve a 9 month probationary period. Prior to the end of this probationary period, a decision will be made on substantive appointment to the position. Location This role can be based in the Authority’s Dublin HQ or in one of the regional offices as may be agreed by the Authority and the candidate. The role will have a nationwide remit. The Authority reserves the right, at its discretion, to change the primary location to any other place within Ireland. Pension Abatement If the appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and is in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during his/her re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012, (the 2012 Act). 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 pre-existing public service pension scheme (i.e., non-Single Scheme) as per the 2012 Act shall apply. The 40-year limit is provided for in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012. This may have implications for any appointee who has acquired pension rights in a previous public service employment. Early Retirement Schemes and Redundancy Schemes within the public sector Such schemes imposed certain conditions on those availing of these schemes in relation to employment later in the wider public service. The onus is on each applicant to ensure, that if they have availed of such a scheme, they are eligible to apply for this competition. Ill-Health Retirement Please note that where an individual has retired from a Civil/Public Service body on the grounds of ill-health his/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. For further information in relation to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme please see the following website: www.singlepensionscheme.gov.ie The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract. Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment.
Higher Executive Officer: Internal Communications Executive
The Role - HEO Internal Communications Executive Working under the direction of the Head of Communications and Customer Relations, the purpose of this role is to manage the delivery of a high-impact internal communications plan that supports organisational performance, strengthens culture and enables the effective delivery of the HSA’s statutory mandate. The following is a non-exhaustive list of key accountabilities that are typically allocated, but are not limited to, the role: ■ Develop, implement and continuously review processes and procedures to support effective internal communication. ■ Work with senior management to deliver an organisation-wide internal communications plan that delivers key messages at key stages, to support the HSA’s Strategy Statement, Programmes of Work, Executive Team priorities, organisational culture, and public sector governance and accountability requirements. ■ Based on agreed priorities, translate organisational strategy, regulatory priorities and operational initiatives into clear, accessible and staff-relevant messaging. ■ Ensure internal communications reinforce the HSA’s vision and values. ■ Ensure strong coordination between the internal communications role, senior management and operational divisions. ■ Oversee and continuously improve the HSA’s internal communications channels, including: o Staff intranet (eXchange) o Webinars o Leadership updates and internal meetings o Internal publications and digital content ■ Ensure all content is clear, consistent, accessible and aligned with HSA brand and accessibility requirements. ■ Provide guidance and support to managers across the organisation in planning and delivering effective internal communications. ■ Build strong working relationships across divisions to ensure coordinated and aligned messaging. ■ Lead internal communications for key organisational initiatives, including: o Strategy development o Culture and engagement programmes o HR and wellbeing initiatives (in partnership with HR) o Organisational change and transformation programmes ■ Support as required the delivery of internal campaigns that drive awareness, engagement and behavioural change. ■ Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of internal communications using feedback and performance data, where available. ■ Provide insights and recommendations to improve communication effectiveness and staff engagement. ■ Identify and implement new tools, platforms, and approaches to enhance internal communications effectiveness. ■ Promote best practice in internal communications across the organisation through guidance, templates, and training. ■ Support internal communications during incidents or critical events to ensure staff are informed in a timely and accurate manner. ■ Ensure alignment between internal and external messaging during high-profile or sensitive issues. Essential Requirements ■ A Level 7 qualification (or higher) in a relevant discipline. ■ A minimum of three years’ relevant experience in an internal communications role. ■ A track record of working with senior managers in delivering successful internal communications outcomes. ■ Excellent writing and editing skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear, accessible and engaging content. ■ Experience using internal communications channels and tools, including intranet, email, webinars, staff events or digital content platforms. Desirable Requirements ■ Experience supporting culture, engagement or organisational change initiatives. ■ Experience working in a public sector, regulatory or complex stakeholder environment. ■ Knowledge of accessibility, plain English and inclusive communications principles. Conditions of Service Tenure Appointment from this competition will be a full-time permanent Higher Executive Officer grade in the public service following successful completion of a nine-month probation period. Salary For persons paying Class A rate of PRSI contributions, the scale is as follows: €60,029 €61,785 €63,537 €65,286 €67,044 €68,792 €70,547 €73,077¹ €76,546² Long service increments may be payable after 3 (LSI-1) and 6 (LSI-2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. The starting salary will be at the minimum point of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. Appointments arising from this competition are subject to Section 52, of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Authority. Note: Different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the successful candidate is already a serving civil or public servant. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government pay policy. Successful candidates will be placed on a panel from which appointments will be made. Vacancies will be offered to candidates based on the order of merit from the interview process. Any panel formed as part of this campaign, will expire 12 months from its establishment. Probationary Period On appointment, the appointee will serve a 9 month probationary period. Prior to the end of this probationary period, a decision will be made on substantive appointment to the position. Location This role can be based in the Authority’s Dublin HQ or in one of the regional offices as may be agreed by the Authority and the candidate. The role will have a nationwide remit. The Authority reserves the right, at its discretion, to change the primary location to any other place within Ireland. Pension Abatement If the appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and is in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during his/her re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012, (the 2012 Act). 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 pre-existing public service pension scheme (i.e., non-Single Scheme) as per the 2012 Act shall apply. The 40-year limit is provided for in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012. This may have implications for any appointee who has acquired pension rights in a previous public service employment. Early Retirement Schemes and Redundancy Schemes within the public sector Such schemes imposed certain conditions on those availing of these schemes in relation to employment later in the wider public service. The onus is on each applicant to ensure, that if they have availed of such a scheme, they are eligible to apply for this competition. Ill-Health Retirement Please note that where an individual has retired from a Civil/Public Service body on the grounds of ill-health his/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. For further information in relation to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme please see the following website: www.singlepensionscheme.gov.ie The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract. Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment.
Higher Executive Officer: Internal Communications Executive
The Role - HEO Internal Communications Executive Working under the direction of the Head of Communications and Customer Relations, the purpose of this role is to manage the delivery of a high-impact internal communications plan that supports organisational performance, strengthens culture and enables the effective delivery of the HSA’s statutory mandate. The following is a non-exhaustive list of key accountabilities that are typically allocated, but are not limited to, the role: ■ Develop, implement and continuously review processes and procedures to support effective internal communication. ■ Work with senior management to deliver an organisation-wide internal communications plan that delivers key messages at key stages, to support the HSA’s Strategy Statement, Programmes of Work, Executive Team priorities, organisational culture, and public sector governance and accountability requirements. ■ Based on agreed priorities, translate organisational strategy, regulatory priorities and operational initiatives into clear, accessible and staff-relevant messaging. ■ Ensure internal communications reinforce the HSA’s vision and values. ■ Ensure strong coordination between the internal communications role, senior management and operational divisions. ■ Oversee and continuously improve the HSA’s internal communications channels, including: o Staff intranet (eXchange) o Webinars o Leadership updates and internal meetings o Internal publications and digital content ■ Ensure all content is clear, consistent, accessible and aligned with HSA brand and accessibility requirements. ■ Provide guidance and support to managers across the organisation in planning and delivering effective internal communications. ■ Build strong working relationships across divisions to ensure coordinated and aligned messaging. ■ Lead internal communications for key organisational initiatives, including: o Strategy development o Culture and engagement programmes o HR and wellbeing initiatives (in partnership with HR) o Organisational change and transformation programmes ■ Support as required the delivery of internal campaigns that drive awareness, engagement and behavioural change. ■ Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of internal communications using feedback and performance data, where available. ■ Provide insights and recommendations to improve communication effectiveness and staff engagement. ■ Identify and implement new tools, platforms, and approaches to enhance internal communications effectiveness. ■ Promote best practice in internal communications across the organisation through guidance, templates, and training. ■ Support internal communications during incidents or critical events to ensure staff are informed in a timely and accurate manner. ■ Ensure alignment between internal and external messaging during high-profile or sensitive issues. Essential Requirements ■ A Level 7 qualification (or higher) in a relevant discipline. ■ A minimum of three years’ relevant experience in an internal communications role. ■ A track record of working with senior managers in delivering successful internal communications outcomes. ■ Excellent writing and editing skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear, accessible and engaging content. ■ Experience using internal communications channels and tools, including intranet, email, webinars, staff events or digital content platforms. Desirable Requirements ■ Experience supporting culture, engagement or organisational change initiatives. ■ Experience working in a public sector, regulatory or complex stakeholder environment. ■ Knowledge of accessibility, plain English and inclusive communications principles. Conditions of Service Tenure Appointment from this competition will be a full-time permanent Higher Executive Officer grade in the public service following successful completion of a nine-month probation period. Salary For persons paying Class A rate of PRSI contributions, the scale is as follows: €60,029 €61,785 €63,537 €65,286 €67,044 €68,792 €70,547 €73,077¹ €76,546² Long service increments may be payable after 3 (LSI-1) and 6 (LSI-2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. The starting salary will be at the minimum point of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. Appointments arising from this competition are subject to Section 52, of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Authority. Note: Different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the successful candidate is already a serving civil or public servant. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government pay policy. Successful candidates will be placed on a panel from which appointments will be made. Vacancies will be offered to candidates based on the order of merit from the interview process. Any panel formed as part of this campaign, will expire 12 months from its establishment. Probationary Period On appointment, the appointee will serve a 9 month probationary period. Prior to the end of this probationary period, a decision will be made on substantive appointment to the position. Location This role can be based in the Authority’s Dublin HQ or in one of the regional offices as may be agreed by the Authority and the candidate. The role will have a nationwide remit. The Authority reserves the right, at its discretion, to change the primary location to any other place within Ireland. Pension Abatement If the appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and is in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during his/her re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012, (the 2012 Act). 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 pre-existing public service pension scheme (i.e., non-Single Scheme) as per the 2012 Act shall apply. The 40-year limit is provided for in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012. This may have implications for any appointee who has acquired pension rights in a previous public service employment. Early Retirement Schemes and Redundancy Schemes within the public sector Such schemes imposed certain conditions on those availing of these schemes in relation to employment later in the wider public service. The onus is on each applicant to ensure, that if they have availed of such a scheme, they are eligible to apply for this competition. Ill-Health Retirement Please note that where an individual has retired from a Civil/Public Service body on the grounds of ill-health his/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. For further information in relation to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme please see the following website: www.singlepensionscheme.gov.ie The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract. Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a Public Service scheme of incentivised early retirement. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment.
