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Remuneration The salary scale for the post at (01/02/2026) is: €36,288 - €37,752 - €39,294 - €39,704 - €40,711 - €41,582 - €42,836 - €44,136 - €45,484 Salary Scales are updated periodically and the most up to date versions can be found here: https://healthservice.hse.ie/staff/benefits-services/pay/pay-scales.html New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. As per HR Circular 012/25 Please note that previous experience working in the public service counts only where the individual was employed directly by the relevant Civil Service/Public Body. It does not apply for temporary assignments with those bodies while engaged as an agency worker and employed by a private sector employment agency. Exemptions can be found at the following link. HSE Guidelines on Terms and Conditions of Employment provides additional information. https://www2.healthservice.hse.ie/organisation/national-pppgs/guidelines-on-terms-and-conditions-of-employment/ Principal Duties and Responsibilities Duties appropriate to the Multi Task Attendant may vary depending on the care setting, the context of specific ward/areas, relevant training/knowledge required for the role assigned (Caring, Cleaning, Catering). Multi Task Attendants may be required to move between different wards/departments/relief duties and to work across Caring, Cleaning, Catering roles to support service need. In keeping with HIQA and HACCP standards Multi Task Attendants do not move between defined Caring, Cleaning, Catering roles at the same time/ on the same day/ shift. (Except in exceptional circumstances) The Multi Task Attendant role involves: · Caring -to assist with the delivery of direct and indirect care and activities of daily living for patients/ residents/ service users under the supervision and direction of nursing or other professional staff/designated manager. · Cleaning - Attending to designated housekeeping, cleaning, laundry, waste management duties in the context of the specific service area in line with national and locally devised policies and standards. · Catering - When directed be responsible for the preparation, distribution and serving of food and delivery of catering services to patients/ residents/ service users/central catering facilities, in line with national and locally devised policies and standards. Caring: In the context of patient/ resident/ service user Care and the service setting, the Multi Task Attendant duties under direction include: · Assist and support the direct and indirect care of patients/ residents/ service users to support all activities of daily living. · Carry out assigned and delegated responsibilities - personal care of patients/ residents/ service users, including attending to personal care (bathing/showering, toileting etc), feeding, positioning, mobilisation of patients/ residents/ service users, fitting of equipment etc. · Undertake assigned duties in such a way as to ensure that care delivered is of a high standard · Respect patients/ residents/ service users and their families showing dignity, courtesy and professionalism at all times. · Under direction of a nurse/relevant manager/professional assist patients/ residents/ service users in preparation for their meals, choosing their menu, preparing eating environment and making it as aesthetically pleasant as possible by removing unnecessary items, thus ensuring patient/ resident/ service users dietary needs are met · Assist patients/ residents/ service users to ensure their specific dietary requirements are met, encouraging patients/ residents/ service users to eat and drink, preparing special drinks and snacks · Observe and report any observations, incidents or concerns regarding patient/ resident/ service users to the person in charge · Actively encourage the participation of patients/ residents/ service users in their own care, and promote as much independence as possible. · Transport/escort patients/ residents/ service users within or outside the service area as necessary [1] or required by designated line manager or their delegate · Assist and support end of life care providing a quiet, comfortable, dignified, compassionate caring environment for patients/ residents/ service users and to relatives/loved ones. · Assist with care of the deceased, preparation and transfer to the mortuary as required by line manager. · Assist with the appropriate storage and safe keeping of patient/ resident/ service users belonging in keeping with local policy · Transport medical records, specimens, medical gases, equipment, medicines, stores, etc. within or outside the service when necessary. · Be responsible for the general cleaning and disinfecting of patient/ resident/ service user equipment, wheelchairs, trolleys/beds, chairs or other ward/service equipment in keeping with national and locally agreed policies and standards. · Assist in the disposal of waste according to hospital policy. · Assist with the management of stocks and supplies. · Assist with general portering duties relevant to the specific ward/service setting [2] Cleaning: The Multi Task Attendant when assigned will: · Be responsible for carrying out cleaning/household, laundry, waste management duties appropriate to the relevant area and duties assigned, in keeping with National and locally agreed policies and standards. Catering: The Multi Task Attendant when assigned will: · Be responsible for carrying out catering attendant duties appropriate to the relevant service/area assigned in keeping with National and locally agreed standards and procedures. Quality and Safety: The Multi Task Attendant will: · Support the implementation of a quality standards and improvements initiatives · Work within their own role, adhering to current legislation, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines. · Maintain the confidentiality of all information made available to him / her during the course of his / her work · Understand and adhere to all relevant policies ie. Health & Safety, Safety statements, Fire, Food Safety Standards, Infection Control Polices, Hygiene Standards, Waste Management policies, Manual Handling, risk management procedures and statutory obligations. · Maintain a strict code of personal and general hygiene in the work place and present for work wearing the agreed attire and identification in line with existing policies and procedures · Carry assigned bleep/phone for role assigned and be contactable at all times · Report all complaints in line with service policy Health & Safety including maintaining a safe environment: The Multi Task Attendant will: · In accordance with Health and Safety at work policy, observe all rules relating to Health and Safety and Conduct at Work and to use any equipment provided in a safe and responsible manner. · Adhere to local procedures reporting to and leaving duty · Be aware of risks and minimise same where possible. Be aware of fire exists, keep exits free from obstruction, attend mandatory fire training and participate in fire drills. · Conduct his / herself in a manner that ensures the safe care of patients/ residents/ service users · Only undertake any duty related to patient/ resident/ service user for which he/she is trained and advise relevant manager of any training needs. · Attend to spillages when necessary as quickly as possible to prevent accidents · Report any accidents, near misses or incident which may compromise the health and safety of patient/ resident/ service user/ staff/ visitors to the Person in charge and take appropriate action in line with local policies and procedures. · Report any broken or unsafe items, equipment faults that need repair and take them out of circulation as required in keeping with service policy · Report any maintenance issues promptly in keeping with service policy · Move or assist in moving equipment and or furniture as necessary and ensure all equipment is stored safely · Be responsible for appropriate storage and cleaning of patient/ resident/ service user equipment on the ward/service area in keeping with local policy · Assist in keeping service areas clean and tidy. · Assist with waste, laundry ensuring agreed standards for the segregation, storage, transportation of waste and laundry are maintained in line with local and national policies. · Attend to hygiene, disinfecting and cleaning of equipment or environment in keeping with local and national policies and guidelines. Communication and Teamwork: Effective communication is a core skill required by Multi Task Attendant. These skills will be used to provide a caring service to the public in a courteous and effective manner. The Multi Task Attendant will: · Operate in accordance with the values of the HSE. These values include integrity and openness, respect and support, caring and loyalty to the organisation (Dignity at work Policy). · Deal courteously with patients/ residents/ services users, their family, with visitors, other healthcare workers and with anyone whom they come in to contact in the course of their duties. · Communicate effectively with all grades of staff and disciplines contributing to effective team working. Respect culture and diversity within the team. Strive to foster good working relationships within the team including handling conflict. Work effectively and co-operatively with colleagues in all disciplines. Develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships. · Participate in maintaining a physical environment that communicates peace, comfort and caring to patients/ residents/ service users and their families. Education & Training: The Multi Task Attendant will: · Attend induction and mandatory in-service training courses · As directed, participate in the induction of new staff · Participate in team based development, education, training and learning. · Participate in appraisal and the development of a personal development plan in conjunction with his / her line manager. Administrative Duties: The Multi Task Attendant will: · Attend staff meetings and contribute constructively to the smooth running of the relevant service area as required. · As required update records in line with local policy relevant to the role assigned The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder will be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Possess the relevant QQI Further Education and Training (FET) Level 5 Certificate in Health Service Skills. or (ii) FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support. or (iii) A relevant healthcare qualification. or (iv) Be currently employed as an Attendant, Multi-Task or a comparable role and be willing to undertake a QQI/FET Level 5 programme in Health Service skills or equivalent. And (b) Candidates must have the personal competence and capacity to properly discharge the duties of the role. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character Post specific Requirements Note: Successful candidates for Multi-Task Attendant post will require undertaking training of relevant Health Skills FETAC level 5 qualification (MTA) (if not already in receipt of Fetac Level 5 qualification or equivalent relevant Health Care qualification). Other requirements specific to the post Flexibility regards working hours to meet the demands of the service. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Demonstrates the following : Professional Knowledge Communication & Interpersonal Skills · Demonstrate effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. · Demonstrate ability to communicate with colleagues in a professional and respectful manner, · Demonstrate ability to communicate with patients in a compassionate, respectful and dignified manner. · Possess a competent level of spoken and written English to compile HACCP documents · Demonstrate ability to listen openly, using questions to check understanding/avoid misinterpretation. [1] As per service need and the needs of the patient/ resident/ services user , based on the following 3 considerations; i. Compassionate Care ii. As appropriate to care model & settings. iii. Assist/shared responsibility of all staff involved in patient/ resident/ service user care (Agreed at the HCA Programme Oversight Group) [2] In the absence of dedicated Portering staff , based on the following 3 considerations; i. Compassionate Care ii. As appropriate to care model & settings iii. Assist/shared responsibility of all staff involved in patient/ resident/ service user care (Agreed at the HCA Programme Oversight Group)
Communications Officer (Executive Officer)
What is the role? Communications functions vary across organisations, and the specific role and responsibilities of a Communications Officer will depend on the organisation and area to which you are assigned. Communications Units typically cover areas such as: • Press and media relations, working as part of a team in a Press Office; • Social media management; • Content creation, including design, photography and videography; • Digital communications and website management; • Marketing and advertising campaigns and public information initiatives; • Internal communications. The role of Communications Officer offers plenty of variety and the chance to build your experience across a range of areas. As a Communications Officer you will work as part of a team to drive the organisation’s communications strategy. For example, depending on the organisation or role to which you are assigned, you may be focused on liaising with members of the media to ensure clear and accurate information is communicated, managing media queries and coordinating media engagements, press conferences and interviews. Equally, you may be involved in the development of content and campaigns for social media, websites or other internal and external communication channels. Promotion and progression opportunities are available within communications through open competitions to Communications Specialist (HEO), Communications Manager (AP) and Head of Communications (PO). It is important to note that the role may require an element of evening/weekend work, or off-site events. Civil Service overtime and travel and subsistence arrangements and rates will apply, as appropriate. Key duties and responsibilities: As mentioned above, communications functions vary across organisations, and the specific role and responsibilities of a Communications Officer will depend on the organisation and area to which you are assigned. The following is an overview of the type of responsibilities and tasks involved in the Communications Officer role: • Liaising with the media and managing enquiries from journalists and other media contacts via telephone and email; • Preparing press releases, briefing documents and other communications materials; • Arranging and organising events, interviews, launches, photocalls and press conferences; • Contributing to the development and implementation of communications campaigns and programmes; • Summarising complex information and producing accessible communications for a variety of channels and audiences with different needs; • Creating content for social media, websites and other channels including photography, videography and graphic design; • Updating and editing websites; • Supporting stakeholder consultation programmes; • Collaborating effectively with teams across the Department/Agency to ensure the delivery of high-quality work in a timely manner; • Monitoring media and current affairs across print, broadcast and social/digital and Oireachtas business; • Supporting the delivery of internal communications programmes; • Dealing effectively with a broad range of information sources and identifying key issues and trends; • Supporting the implementation of systems to ensure the smooth running of the communications function and taking ownership to ensure issues are resolved or escalated to the proper personnel to resolve in a timely manner; • Making effective recommendations for communications activities; • General administrative duties, ensuring day-to-day support for managers as required; • Carrying out any other duties relevant to the role that may be identified from time to time. This job description is a guide to the general range of duties of the successful candidate. It is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. Positions requiring specialist Irish language skills The Civil Service is fully committed to fulfilling its obligations under the Official Languages Act. It is intended that vacancies arising which require staff to provide a full range of services through the Irish language (Functional Bilinguals), may be filled from this competition. In this regard, individuals who have proficiency in the Irish language and who fulfil all other eligibility criteria set out below may indicate their interest on the application form. Candidates who indicate their interest and who are successful at the final selection stages will be required to undergo certain assessments through Irish, e.g. interview and/or written test, prior to being considered for such a position. They must achieve the required level in the Irish language, i.e. demonstrate a minimum Level B2 on the Europass self-assessment framework. Essential Requirements, Qualifications and Experience On the closing date of Thursday, 9th April 2026, to be eligible for consideration, a candidate must satisfy the following requirements: A qualification of at least Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) (or NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualifications equivalent); and At least one year’s relevant professional experience in at least two of the following areas: Media engagement / press office Public relations Public affairs Journalism Event management Social media management Multimedia content creation Graphic design Website management Advertising Marketing Internal communications programmes In order to be effective in the role of a Communications Officer, candidates should have: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present material in a clear, concise and comprehensive manner; A good understanding of communications and the evolving communications landscape, including digital and social media, marketing, branding and advertising; Good knowledge and understanding of current affairs and the media landscape across print, broadcast and digital platforms; The ability to use information and communications technology, including a good level of proficiency in using Microsoft Office packages; Good research, editorial skills and storytelling ability; The ability to work calmly under pressure and deal with multiple demands and competing priorities to tight deadlines; The ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team; Strong organisational skills with a commitment to achieving quality results and ensuring all tasks are completed to a very high standard; A high level of motivation and a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team; A willingness to share ideas and information with the purpose of achieving a particular result; Motivation, flexibility and willingness to adapt and positively contribute to the implementation of change, and the ability to use own initiative as and when appropriate; The ability to absorb new information quickly, understand new concepts and relationships, and the awareness to focus on important information; Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to network, build and maintain relationships and successfully engage, persuade and collaborate with internal colleagues; The self-confidence and resilience necessary to cope with challenging and/or sensitive situations; A keen interest in public affairs and be committed to the concept of Public Service. Desirable • Proficiency in Irish. Candidates who wish to have their ability in Irish assessed may be required to undergo a language assessment in order to satisfy publicjobs of their ability to communicate effectively in Irish. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate the capabilities required for effective performance at this level. Civil Service (Government Departments and Offices) Dublin/Nationwide Permanent – Full time Starting at €38,419 3pm on Thursday, 9th April 2026
Information Officer
Family Carers Ireland (FCI) is the national charity supporting over 500,000 family carers across the country who dedicate their lives to caring for loved ones such as children or adults with physical or intellectual disabilities, frail older people, those with palliative care needs or those living with chronic illnesses or addiction. We provide a range of services and support for family carers nationally from our local support centres, in the community and online. The remit of the Carer Supports Community team is to deliver one to one support to family carers, alongside the design, development and implementation of group and community-based supports. This team will manage delivery of local and national events (Carer of the Year Awards, National Carers Week, respite weekends, Training & Education). The Information Officer (IO) will work with the Support Managers (SM) for Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal. Their role will involve responding to queries from family carers using the Carers Star Conversation. The Information Officer will work with the Support Managers in the administration of carer supports including, but not limited to, scheduling of carer clinics, workshops, support groups, making internal referrals and signposting to external organisations, etc. The Information Officer also provides support to their Network team as required, which will include supporting fundraising. The Information Officer will be expected to travel to local and national meetings on a regular basis. ROLE CRITERIA The following qualifications, skills and experience are required for this role: Minimum Leaving Cert (or equivalent) and pursued further studies in Office Administration or IT. At least 2 years’ experience working in a busy office environment. Experience of working remotely with excellent broadband. The ability to prioritise tasks and work within a dynamic environment. Excellent IT skills, mainly Microsoft 365, SharePoint, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and experience setting up video calls through platforms like Zoom and MS Teams. Flexibility in attitude and approach to the job and a willingness to help others. A reflective approach to their work and a willingness to learn and desire to implement a culture of continuous improvement. A strong work ethic with excellent attention to detail. Effective time management and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple activities and keep stakeholders informed. Excellent communication skills and the ability to establish rapport with a diverse range of people. Effective time management and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple activities and keep stakeholders informed. The ability to work autonomously and within a team. Fluency in English (written and verbal). Experience working in a highly confidential environment. Fundraising experience desirable. Full driver’s licence with access to own car. Terms & Conditions: Full-time permanent contract (37 hours) (across Monday - Friday). Flexibility to travel to meetings as required is essential. The remuneration for this role includes a salary of €34,178 and access to a defined contribution pension scheme. The annual leave entitlement is 23 days per year.
Bookkeeper's
Ifac is a top ten professional services firm operating from thirty locations across Ireland. We provide a range of services including accounting, tax planning, specialist business advisory, and investment services to farming, food, and agribusinesses. We are seeking experienced Bookkeepers for the following areas: The Role: This is a part-time position with flexible hours, operating through a self-employed contract, working from home and/or clients’ business premises. The Candidate: The successful candidate will have; · The ability to work independently. · Excellent time-management skills necessary for achieving deadlines. · Excellent communications skills. · Data inputting and bookkeeping experience including VAT. · Ability to manage a bookkeeping service for a portfolio of clients. · Excellent IT skills. · Knowledge of the Agribusiness structure/ operations would be an advantage. What we do: We work with businesses in the farming, food, and agribusiness sector. We bring our foresight, commercial insight, and financial acumen to help our clients build profitable sustainable businesses.
