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Food and Beverage Manager – Events We are a leading events catering company delivering high-quality food and beverage experiences across a range of prestigious venues throughout Northern Ireland. From large-scale public events to weddings, corporate functions, and retail café operations, we pride ourselves on exceptional service, operational excellence, and memorable guest experiences. We are seeking an experienced and driven Food & Beverage Manager to assist in managing our multi-site F&B operations. This role requires a confident leader who thrives in fast-paced hospitality environments and can successfully support teams, logistics, and commercial performance across diverse events and venues. Key Responsibilities Operational Management Assist in managing all food and beverage operations across events, weddings, corporate functions, and retail outlets. Support event planning, logistics, setup, service execution, and post-event review. Coordinate staffing levels, bar and catering setup, stock control, and on-site operational delivery. Help ensure smooth and professional execution of all events while maintaining high service standards. Multi-Site & Venue Coordination Support operations across multiple venues, ensuring consistency in service delivery and brand standards. Build and maintain strong working relationships with venue teams and key stakeholders. Represent the company professionally across all partner venues. Financial & Commercial Performance Assist in monitoring financial performance, working within budgets and forecasting costs. Support gross profit targets through effective stock management, cost control, and waste reduction. Contribute to driving commercial improvements across events and retail operations. Work closely with clients to confidently present and sell F&B packages and offerings. Team Leadership Support recruitment, training, and supervision of F&B staff. Lead teams on-site, ensuring clarity of roles and strong communication. Promote a positive, professional working culture aligned with company standards. Compliance & Standards Ensure compliance with food safety, allergen, licensing, and health and safety regulations. Maintain high standards of hygiene, presentation, and product quality. Uphold company procedures and operational standards across all sites. About You Proven experience in food and beverage management within events, hospitality, or multi-site operations. Strong organisational and logistical planning skills. Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets. Confident communicator with strong leadership abilities. Ability to perform under pressure in high-volume environments. Level 3 Food Safety qualification preferred. Personal Licence desirable. Skills & Experience Required Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar Food & Beverage Manager or Supervisory role. Proven experience managing F&B operations within busy hospitality or event environments. Confident team leader with strong communication and staff development skills. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and manage multiple events simultaneously. Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and controlling costs. Knowledgeable in food safety, health & safety legislation, and allergen management. Comfortable selling event spaces and supporting the planning of tailored event packages. Highly organised, detail‑oriented, and solutions‑focused. What We Offer A dynamic, varied role with creative input into menus, service style, and event offerings A supportive and collaborative team environment Full time, 40 hours, days and hours of work dependent on events schedule. 28 days holiday (Inclusive of bank holidays) Access to our Health and Wellbeing suite and employee assistance programme
Logistics Coordinator
Randox Testing Services are the market leader in the provision of drug and alcohol testing services, working to ensure safety and wellbeing in the workplace. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Logistics Coordinator within our Testing Services team. What do the Testing Services team do? Randox Testing Services are specialists in the drug and alcohol testing industry. Working to strict procedures governed by our ISO17025 accreditation, the team at Randox Testing Services work closely with customers, health and safety and human resources departments to maintain the health and wellbeing of their employees and the wider public they work with. By preventing the misuse of controlled substances and alcohol, and by identifying those who require assistance with dependency issues, Randox Testing Service provide a critical service protecting all safety critical industries. Location : 34 Diamond Road, Crumlin, BT29 4QX. Contract Offered: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours / Shifts : 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 08.40 to 17.20. With additional on call requirements, including evenings and weekends. What does this role involve? This role is responsible for the day to day operations within the logistics team, ensuring that all orders are placed and received on time. This is a varied role that will include the below duties: • The preparation and placing of supplier orders. • Ensuring that all incoming goods are delivered on time. • Assist with general telephone and email queries. • Cross checking of supplier invoices against orders placed. • Liaising with the lab staff for the quality control check on supplied goods. • The maintenance of accurate purchasing records. • The sourcing of potential new suppliers and liaising with the Randox supply chain team. • The maintenance of records for goods in, goods out and collector network supply. • Arranging customer pick up and deliveries, ensuring each shipping file contains the correct documents. • Match all courier tracking numbers against the relevant invoice. • Assist with general administrative duties within the operations department. • Participation in the on call rota to coordinate evening, weekend and holiday collection requests. Who can apply? Essential criteria: • GCSE in Maths and English, grade C or above. • Competent in the use of Microsoft packages including excel, outlook and word. • Flexibility to work an on-call rota. • Strong attention to detail skills. • Currently have the right to work in UK, without visa sponsorship. Desirable: • Previous experience in an administration role. • Previous experience in a similar role. • Experience in the use of a purchasing database such as Sage. • Working knowledge of health and safety requirements. • Full UK driving licence and access to a car (as the site is quite remote). • Experience in customer service. This advert may be open for as long as 30 days although we may close the advert early if we receive sufficient applicants to fill the roles.
Operations Support
Operations Support (Night Shifts) – (Job Ref: 26N/OPSP) Randox Testing Services are the market leader in the provision of drug and alcohol testing services, working to ensure safety and wellbeing in the workplace. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for Operations Support staff within our Testing Services team. What do Randox Testing Services do? Randox Testing Services are specialists in the drug and alcohol testing industry. Working to strict procedures governed by our ISO17025 accreditation, the team at Randox Testing Services work closely with customers, health and safety and human resources departments to maintain the health and wellbeing of their employees and the wider public they work with. By preventing the misuse of controlled substances and alcohol, and by identifying those who require assistance with dependency issues, Randox Testing Service provide a critical service protecting all safety critical industries. Location : 34 Diamond Road, Crumlin, BT29 4QX. Contract Offered : Full-time, Permanent Working Hours / Shifts : 4 on 4 off, 7pm to 7am. What does this role involve? The successful candidates will become part of an integrated team based in Crumlin, Co Antrim, working within the Randox Testing Services Operations Department to maintain an uninterrupted service for the provision of collection officers outside of core business hours. This will include receiving and managing out of hours unscheduled callouts and the identification and allocation of collection officers to those call out requests. The main duties of the role include: • Receiving and managing out of hours unscheduled callouts and the identification and allocation of collection officers to those call out requests. • Preparation, packing and making ready any stock materials required by RTS collection officers and customers. • Preparation of outbound stock orders as per RTS collection officer and customer requirements. • Conducting auditable review and approval of RTS collection officer invoicing ahead of release to RTS Collection Officer Manager. • Assist with general administrative duties within the operations department. Who can apply? Essential criteria: • GCSE in Maths and English, grade C or above. • Competent in the use of Microsoft packages including excel, outlook and word. • Excellent communication skills, written and verbal. • Ability to work as a team and on your own initiative. • Currently have the right to work in UK, without visa sponsorship. • Full UK driving licence with access to a car, as the site location is remote and not accessible via public transport. Desirable: • Previous experience in an administration role. • Previous experience in a similar role. • Experience in customer service. This advert may be open for as long as 30 days although we may close the advert early if we receive sufficient applicants to fill the roles.
Dispensary Assistant
Main Duties and Responsibilities Greet customers in a friendly, professional manner and assist with general inquiries. Help customers locate products and provide basic, approved information as permitted. Prepare, label and organise products according to company and regulatory guidelines. Operate point of sale systems and handle transactions accurately. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the dispensary and storage areas. Assist with inventory control, including stocking, counting and reporting shortages. Follow all health, safety and legal compliance requirements. Undertake any training required for the role as deemed necessary. Support senior staff, for example pharmacists, dispensary technicians and supervisors, as needed. Protect customer confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly. Education General Certificate of Secondary Education Mathematics and English – Grades A to C. Experience Experience in a retail outlet environment. Applicants should be able to demonstrate numeracy and accuracy skills required for a retail environment. Behavioral Competencies Applicants must be able to demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy as required for a role in a dispensary environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, is open and approachable and encourages others to communicate openly. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask and work calmly and efficiently under pressure. Experience working well within a team and is committed to achieving team goals and targets. Ability to handle confidential information discreetly and professionally. Flexibility with days and hours to meet the needs of the business.
Clinical Nurse Manager
Avista is a progressive organisation, providing a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both Children and Adults in various locations across 3 Regions. The organisation is looking for Candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a Person Centred, Community Based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research. JOB ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: CLINICAL NURSE MANAGER 2 PERMANENT FULL-TIME/PART TIME CONTRACT RESIDENTIAL SERVICES, Avista NORTH TIPPERARY/SOUTH OFFALY Salary: €62,078 - € 78,443* (LSI) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. REQ:93821 Essential: · NMBI Registration in the RNID division. · Management Qualification- Possess a Recognised Management Qualification FETAC/QQI Level 6 or equivalent. · Full Clean Manual Driving Licence and access to own transport. · Proficiency in the English language Desirable: Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to CNM3 office, 9am-5pm Monday-Friday 086-8377941 Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received. “A panel may be formed from which future positions may be filled across the North Tipperary/South Offaly service” Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Communications & Media Manager
THE ORGANISATION The Health Insurance Authority (the “HIA”) is the statutory regulator of the health insurance sector in Ireland. The HIA plays a key role as an independent regulator, a provider of consumer information, an adviser to the Minister for Health (the “Minister”), and as the custodian of the Health Insurance Risk Equalisation Fund. The HIA is a small, dynamic organisation that is committed to delivering on its vision for a well-functioning and transparent health insurance market, where consumers understand their rights and feel empowered in their decisions. The HIA’s role is to regulate for a well-functioning market and provide consumers with information and tools to make informed choices. The HIA has five principal values that drive its work: • Professionalism: The HIA upholds the highest ethical standards and behaves with integrity, care, and respect in all its interactions and work. • Agile: The HIA works in a flexible, proportionate, and efficient manner with its staff and its stakeholders to deliver the best results for consumers. • Consumer-focused: The HIA’s work is consumer-centric, putting consumers first in everything it does. • Excellence: The HIA is focused on delivering the best results by leveraging its expertise, taking an evidence-based and consistent approach to its work. • Independence: The HIA carries out its statutory functions in an impartial, fair, and transparent manner in the public interest. Governance The HIA is a public body which is independent in the exercise of its statutory functions. For public accountability purposes, the HIA operates under the aegis of the Department of Health (the “Department”). The HIA is governed by a Board comprised of seven members who are appointed by the Minister. Context of the Appointment The HIA’s Strategic Plan for 2025–2028 has recently been approved by the Board and includes the following key priorities: 1. The Informed Consumer The HIA will empower consumers to make informed choices about their health insurance plans, with easily available and user-friendly tools to support them. 2. A Well-Functioning Health Insurance Market The HIA will use its regulatory powers and expertise to maintain a well-functioning market, and it is recognised as the leading voice on private health insurance. 3. Our Capability and Capacity The HIA will ensure it is resilient with appropriate capability and capacity to deliver its statutory functions effectively, sustainably, and to high standards of corporate governance. THE ROLE The principal duties may include responsibilities in relation to the following: Reporting to the Head of Communications and Stakeholder Engagement, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing the HIA’s communications function and will oversee the operational output of HIA Communications, including public relations, media, social media, events, website, and data analytics. The candidate will also be responsible for the day-to-day management of the HIA’s website, social media, press releases, media queries, stakeholder enquiries, internal communications, and tracking and analytics of same. This is a dynamic and strategic role working closely with colleagues in the Communications team and more widely across all levels of the organisation, dealing with suppliers and other stakeholders to ensure that the accuracy and quality of information is of the highest standard and ensuring the best possible customer experience when dealing with the HIA. • Manage, alongside the Head of Communications and Stakeholder Engagement, the implementation of the HIA communications strategy to further the aim of the “informed consumer”. • Assist in the management of the development and execution of an annual communications plan and an annual advertising campaign to drive consumer awareness of what the HIA does and how it can help consumers. • Ensure clear consumer communications which lead to improved understanding of health insurance through the drafting and coordination of press releases and other relevant material for public consumption, for example: responses to press queries, HIA information booklets, communications to third party stakeholders, web articles, and social media posts. • Manage and develop the HIA’s social media presence, including the creation of relevant and timely content to encourage engagement and improved click-through to the HIA Comparison Tool and website. • Manage and maintain the content on the HIA’s website and identify areas for improvement, working with third party suppliers to continuously improve consumers’ user experience. • Manage press coverage and requests for interview or comment to ensure maximum breadth and depth of coverage across media. • Develop and manage relationships with third party service providers including public relations agencies, advertising providers, graphic design and printing suppliers, other regulators, Government Departments, and the insurance industry. • Use analytics tools to provide reports and insights on the HIA’s website, comparison tool, and social media accounts for an internal audience. • Lead in the planning and coordination of the attendance of the HIA at public events. • Coordinate the preparation, proofreading, dissemination, and publication or promotion of quarterly market reports, Annual Report, and other corporate documents. • Organise and coordinate internal communications. • Manage procurement, invoicing, and other administrative tasks within the Communications Team. • Contribute to and support other HIA projects as required by Senior Management. • Provide administrative and governance support and coordination to the HIA Senior Management Team. • Support the Head of Communications and Stakeholder Engagement in any other duties as required by the role, deputising for the Head of Communications when required. EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL QUALITIES REQUIRED The Person Reporting to the Head of Communications and Stakeholder Engagement, the successful candidate will work as part of the team responsible for delivering a multi-channel communications strategy based on relevant data, experience, and internal and external stakeholder requirements. Excellent interpersonal skills are essential, as well as a proven high degree of initiative, flexibility, creativity, organisation, and problem-solving skills. Essential Requirements • Experience of public relations, media, and working in a busy communications role. • Strong experience of managing social media accounts and content management. • Demonstrable written communication skills and an ability to write for a variety of audiences, including writing for the web and social media and minute taking. • Experience using a content management system, for example Drupal or WordPress. • Experience of using Google Analytics and similar platforms and collating and presenting communications analytics data for a non-technical audience. • Experience of dealing with third party suppliers in the communications area, for example advertising agencies, media agencies, and website management agencies. Desirable Requirements • Understanding of the health insurance industry. • Experience of the public sector environment. • A strong command of the Irish language. Shortlisting A shortlisting exercise will be employed when assessing eligibility of applications. Eligible applications will be shortlisted according to how well the experience and skills as described by applicants match the requirements of the role of Communications and Media Manager – Higher Executive Officer. The criteria for the shortlisting exercise will be based on the information as outlined in this Candidate Booklet. It is important that applicants consider the information contained in this Candidate Booklet in presenting their relevant qualifications, skills, and experience in their application. The candidates whose applications, in the opinion of the shortlisting panel, appear best suited to the position will be shortlisted for interview. Interview Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend a competency-based interview. The HIA reserves the right to invite candidates to a second-round interview and to undergo further assessment, including the use of psychometric assessment if required. It is anticipated that first round interviews will occur in April 2026. CONDITIONS OF SERVICE Tenure The position is a full-time position. The appointment is on a permanent basis as a public servant, subject to satisfactory completion of the specified probationary period. Probation The successful candidate must serve a probationary period of six months duration during which time the candidate’s performance will be assessed. The probationary period may be extended in exceptional circumstances. Salary and Payment Arrangements The salary scale for the position (rates effective from 1 February 2026) is at the level of Higher Executive Officer (Personal Pension Contribution) as follows: €59,435, €61,173, €62,908, €64,640, €66,380, €68,111, €69,849, €72,353¹, €75,788² Long Service Increments may be payable after 3 years (LSI-1) and 6 years (LSI-2) satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. Important Note Entry will be at the minimum point of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. 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. Payment will be made monthly in arrears by Electronic Fund Transfer into a bank account of the staff member’s choice. Payment cannot be made until a bank account number and bank sort code have been supplied to the HIA. Statutory deductions from salary will be made as appropriate. A staff member appointed to the post of Higher Executive Officer will agree that any overpayment of salary or of travel and subsistence may be deducted from future salary payments due in accordance with the Payment of Wages Act 1991. Any such overpayment will be notified to the staff member in accordance with agreed internal procedures. Location This role is based in the HIA’s office at Beaux Lane House, Mercer Street Lower, Saint Peter's, Dublin 2. The HIA reserves the right, at its discretion, to change the primary location to any other place within Ireland. The HIA offers flexitime and has Blended Working guidelines in place allowing employees to apply for Blended Working, a mix of office-based and remote working. The HIA has put a significant number of supports in place to make the experience when working remotely as seamless as possible. The HIA has a modern information technology infrastructure to help colleagues collaborate virtually, provides colleagues with the equipment they will need, and has implemented new ways of working to keep its people connected. Essential Training The post holder will be required to undertake the following essential compliance training: • HIA induction • Health and Safety • Data Protection (General Data Protection Regulation) • Cyber Security Awareness • Generative Artificial Intelligence Literacy • Accredited Product Adviser certification (CIP-01, CIP-02, and CIP-05) Working Week Hours of attendance at work will be arranged from time to time by the HIA and will amount to 35 hours net per week. Normal working hours will be 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. with a minimum of 30 minutes for lunch. The HIA operates a flexible working hours scheme. You will be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of your duties, subject to the limits set down in the working time regulations. The rate of remuneration payable covers any extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time. The terms of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 will apply, where appropriate, to this appointment. Annual Leave The annual leave allowance for this post will be 29 working days per annum, on a pro rata basis, to be taken at a time or times convenient to the HIA. Sick Leave Payment for absences through illness, during properly certified sick absence, provided there is no evidence of permanent disability for service, may be made in accordance with the provisions of the HIA’s sick leave scheme. These sick leave arrangements are subject to any changes arising in the terms and conditions of sick leave in respect of the public service generally.
Clerical Officer
Remuneration The salary scale for the post is (01/02/2026): €31,618 - €33,368 - €33,799 - €34,673 - €35,951 - €37,230 - €38,510 - €39,441 - €40,492 - €41,713 - €42,578 - €43,787 - €45,008 - €47,298 - LSI €48,927 Principal Duties and Responsibilities In line with employer policies, procedures and best practice standards the Clerical Officer will: Administration Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking / Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and/or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and/or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) may be placed on an order of merit and may be called to interview in "bands" depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success - we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long term health condition. For further information on the HSE commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, please visit the Diversity, Equality and Inclusion web page at https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/diversity/ Health & Safety CUH is a smoke free campus since 31st May 2010. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the hospital grounds. The introduction of the Smoke-Free Campus policy is in keeping with CUH's status as a smoke Free Hospital, a Health Promoting Hospital and its designation as one of eight cancer centres in Ireland. It is the intention of the HSE that all hospitals will be smoke free from 2015. Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CPSA is responsible for establishing the principles that should be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards that should be adhered to at each stage of the selection process and sets out the review and appeal mechanisms open to candidates should they be unhappy with a selection process. The CPSA Code of Practice can be accessed via https://www.cpsa.ie/ . The reform programme outlined for the Health Services may impact on this role and as structures change the Job Specification may be reviewed. This Job Specification is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned.
Store Manager
Company Description JYSK is one of the fastest growing retail chains in Europe. Operating in 50 countries around the world, we have expanded from just 1 store in Denmark in 1979 to more than 3,000 stores worldwide today. At JYSK, our mission is to provide a great offer for everyone within sleeping and living. Our business concept focuses on selling quality products with a Scandinavian look and feel, at very competitive prices. JYSK’s vision is to not just be the customer’s first choice but also the employee’s first choice in the retail sector. We have ambitious growth plans in UK and Ireland over the next 5 years and are looking for confident, passionate and ambitious employees to come on that journey with us. If you bring Dedication… You will meet Possibilities. Job Description You Bring Dedication And You… Additional Information Do you want to reach your potential and grow with us as we embark on an exciting expansion journey? If so, please apply today and join our team. Full Time Role - 40 Hours Training will be done in other local Stores
Training Standards Officer
NATURE OF POST Permanent full time post, 35 hours per week. SALARY SCALE €60,610 to €78,794 (including two long service increments). As per Department of Education and Skills guidelines, new appointees who are entering this grade for the first time will start at the minimum point of the scale, however incremental credit may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is already a serving Civil or Public Servant. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. LOCATION Appointment is to Louth and Meath Education and Training Board Scheme. The successful applicant will be assigned initially to the Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre of Excellence, Dundalk, Co. Louth. REPORTING OR ACCOUNTABILITY RELATIONSHIP The Training Standards Officer (Grade VII) reports to the Manager of the Centre in the first instance as direct line manager, reporting also, as appropriate, to the Director of the Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre of Excellence. POST SUMMARY OR PURPOSE The Training Standards Officer will be responsible, under the direction and guidance of the Chief Executive or delegated officer, for provision of a Curriculum, Assessment, Quality Assurance and Programme Development service in respect of Further Education and Training programmes. The successful applicant may have a large, multilevel staff and will be expected to take responsibility for decision making in the section or area. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Citizenship Requirement Candidates should note that eligibility to compete for posts is open to citizens of the European Economic Area or to non European Economic Area nationals with a valid work permit. The European Economic Area consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Swiss citizens under European Union agreements may also apply. Health and Character Those under consideration for a position may, at the discretion of the employer, be required to complete a health and character declaration and a Garda Vetting Form. References will be sought. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Candidates for a Grade VII Officer post (by open competition from the Education and Training Sector Candidate Pool) must: • Have the requisite knowledge, skills, and competencies to carry out the role. Competencies will be informed by best practice Public Appointment Service competency frameworks for the Irish Public Service. • Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. • Have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (higher, ordinary, applied, or vocational programmes) or equivalent, or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the Quality and Qualifications Ireland qualifications framework which can be assessed as being comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher, or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise. DESIRABLE CRITERIA • A qualification at Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications or its equivalent, and or significant relevant work experience. • Good general knowledge of training in business organisations. • Familiarity with SOLAS Apprenticeship Scheme to provide a service to clients when requested. • Knowledge of SOLAS Standard Based Apprenticeship procedures. • Additional relevant development for example training advisory, career planning, instructing, training administration, business consulting. • Well developed decision making abilities. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Work in collaboration with Louth and Meath Education and Training Board management and Further Education and Training staff team towards the development of an integrated Further Education and Training service for the communities in Louth and Meath. • Provide relevant and timely advice, information and support to relevant staff on matters relating to the assessment process, the processing of certification, training materials and training aids, training methodologies and training practices to meet the requirements of certifying bodies associated with the delivery of the programmes. • Research the procurement of learning resource materials and assist instructors, tutors and teachers with same. • Advise the management team on any improvements or actions required to the Louth and Meath Education and Training Board quality assurance systems. • Provide assistance with the development and review of Course Training Specifications and Assessments for Further Education and Training courses (including Traineeships and Apprenticeships) as required. • Assist with the provision of information for the Programme Evaluation Process. • Assist the management team in the identification of Continuous Professional Development requirements of staff relating to the introduction of new or revised modules or courses. • Administer the relevant systems and control the application of assessments and certification processes for internal Louth and Meath Education and Training Board courses, Second Provider provision and the Standards Based Apprentice Assessment System. • Ensure that all matters in relation to Assessment and Certification processes are conducted in accordance with the process and procedures set out in the relevant Quality Assurance System and in accordance with the criteria outlined by the relevant certifying bodies. • Participate in the Louth and Meath Education and Training Board Results Approval Groups and organise the processing of certification post Results Approval. • Produce statistical reports relating to certification of Further Education and Training programmes as required. • Support learner appeal processes with the relevant documentation for the Assessment Appeals Panel. • Cooperate with, organise and facilitate visits for external authentication or verification processes for in centre and second providers operating within the Louth and Meath Education and Training Board Quality Assurance system. • Organise certification audits of Second Providers who operate within the Louth and Meath Education and Training Board Quality Assurance System. • Provide staff and second providers of training with briefings or training as required in relation to the relevant Quality Assurance Systems, Curriculum and Assessment instruments and procedures. • Assist the Management Team with Certificate Award Ceremonies. • Keep up to date with developments in Training Design and Training Delivery and Assessment techniques and keep the Management Team advised on best practice. • Assist in Programme or Curriculum Design and coordinate process of uploading courses or programmes into the Programme and Learner Support System and update information into Further Education and Training Annual Reporting Requirements. • Liaise with relevant internal staff and external bodies (including certifying bodies) and update the Management Team on developments as necessary. • Undertake or oversee any other duties or projects as required and directed by the Manager of Training Centre, Director of Further Education and Training or Chief Executive from time to time, having regard to the changing needs of the service. All the above duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in consultation and with the approval of the manager, in a flexible manner and in a spirit of teamwork with the other staff in the centre. COMPETENCIES REQUIRED The appointee to the Grade VII Administrative Officer post will be required to show evidence of the following competencies: Team Leadership • Works with the relevant team to facilitate high performance, developing clear and realistic objectives and addressing performance issues if they arise. • Provides clear information and advice as to what is required of the team. • Strives to develop and implement new ways of working effectively to meet the Education and Training Board objectives. • Leads the team by example, coaching and supporting individuals as required. • Places high importance on staff development, training and maximising skills and capacity of team. • Is flexible and willing to adapt, positively contributing to the implementation of change. Judgment, Analysis and Decision Making • Gathers and analyses information from relevant sources, whether financial, numerical or otherwise, weighing up a range of critical factors. • Takes account of any broader issues and related implications when making decisions. • Is reflective in practice. • Uses previous knowledge and experience in order to guide decisions. • Makes sound decisions with a well reasoned rationale and stands by these decisions. • Puts forward solutions to address problems. Management and Delivery of Results • Takes responsibility and is accountable for the delivery of agreed objectives. • Successfully manages a range of different projects and work activities at the same time. • Structures and organises their own and others work effectively. • Is logical and pragmatic in approach, delivering the best possible results with the resources available. • Delegates work effectively, providing clear information and guidance as to what is required. • Proactively identifies areas for improvement and develops practical suggestions for their implementation. • Demonstrates enthusiasm for new developments or changing work practices and strives to implement these changes effectively. • Applies appropriate systems and processes to enable quality checking of all activities and outputs. • Practices and promotes a strong focus on delivering high quality customer service, for internal and external customers of Louth and Meath Education and Training Board. Interpersonal and Communication Skills • Builds and maintains contact with colleagues and other stakeholders to assist in performing role. • Acts as an effective link between staff and senior management. • Encourages open and constructive discussions around work issues. • Projects conviction, gaining buy in by outlining relevant information and selling the benefits. • Treats others with diplomacy, tact, courtesy, and respect, even in challenging circumstances. • Presents information concisely and confidently when speaking and in writing. Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Has a clear understanding of the roles, objectives and targets of self and team and how they fit into the work of the Department or Louth and Meath Education and Training Board organisation and effectively communicates this to others. • Has high levels of expertise and broad Public Sector knowledge relevant to his or her area of work. • Focuses on self development, striving to improve performance. Drive and Commitment to Public Service Values • Strives to perform at a high level, investing significant energy to achieve agreed objectives. • Demonstrates resilience in the face of challenging circumstances and high demands. • Is personally trustworthy and can be relied upon. • Ensures that customers and stakeholders are at the heart of all services provided. • Upholds high standards of honesty, ethics, and integrity.
Host For Our, Bank Bar
Now under the management of FBD Hotels & Resorts , exciting new opportunities have arisen for experienced, customer-focused professionals to join our Food & Beverage team at the 4* Grand Hotel, Malahide. We are currently recruiting for: Full Time Host for our South Bank Bar Are you passionate about delivering an exceptional guest experience? Do you have experience as a Host, greeting, seating and managing bookings? The Host is the first point of contact for guests in the hotel’s bar. This role is responsible for creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, managing reservations for F&B outlets, seating guests efficiently, and supporting the smooth operation of the front-of-house. The ideal candidate will have experience in a high volume 4* or 5* hotel or quality focused restaurant or bar, and will display the ability to manage table bookings to maximise numbers, with a strong commitment to quality, high standards, service and customer care. Responsibilities will include: Perks of joining the team: We have a very friendly and helpful team and we hope you will fit right into our family. We provide: · Great Remuneration package with flexible working pattern available · Meals on duty- and endless tea and coffee available for those caffeine lovers · Complimentary Parking on site- You won't get this in city centre hotels · Complimentary use of Arena Fitness Gym · Staff recognition & awards- We love to celebrate the success of our people · Family and Friends discounted rates- let your family and friends experience our wonderful hospitality · Taxsaver Scheme & Cycle to work Scheme- Great tax benefits to be enjoyed from both schemes · Cash Saving Scheme- Save as you Earn · 'Refer a friend' scheme
