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Role Description Reporting to the Head of HR Operations, the postholder has a role in the planning, preparation, and evaluation of a range of legal matters relating to HR Operations, in support of the strategic objectives of Northern Ireland Water. The postholder will assist the Head of HR Operations in handling employment cases by conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and providing general administrative support. The postholder will be responsible for the preparation and co-ordination of high quality legal documents and litigation bundles, and will provide advice and expertise on relevant legal consideration of HR Operations activities, as directed. Role Responsibilities The post holder will be required: • To conduct legal research into relevant issues and analyse complex legal issues, in order to provide high-level advice to senior managers and stakeholders. • To draft, review, analyse and organise high quality documents in litigation and other matters, such as contracts, correspondence and witness statements. • To organise and maintain case files and databases, and compile litigation bundles to a high standard of quality and accuracy. • To attend court hearings and tribunals, to assist management and the company’s legal representatives during legal proceedings. • To provide administrative support as needed. • To undertake other relevant duties as required. BUDGET AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES • NA The principal accountabilities listed above describe the areas covered by the role as envisaged at the time of writing but are not intended to be an exhaustive list. The HR Administrative and Legal Assistant will be expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional responsibilities of a similar level that may arise in future. Entry Requirements Applicants MUST be able to demonstrate in their application and where necessary at interview: ESSENTIAL CRITERIA A 3rd level qualification (HND or Degree, or equivalent) in a relevant subject (eg Law; Paralegal Practice). One year’s experience of providing end-to-end legal administrative support for complex employment law litigation in the legal, public or private sector. One year’s experience of researching and analysing complex legal information in relation to employment matters, and producing high quality summaries for senior managers, legal counsel and other stakeholders. Current driving licence and a private vehicle available for official business or access to a form of transport which will enable the postholder to meet the requirements of the role. DESIRABLE CRITERIA In the event of a large number of applications, in the first instance, candidates may be short-listed on the following desirable criteria: Two years’ relevant experience in respect of Criterion 2 and Criterion 3, above. In the second instance, candidates may be short-listed on the following, additional desirable criteria: Membership of the Institute of Paralegals. Competencies The candidate should demonstrate the following competencies in the candidate response and interview process though examples and outcomes: Problem Solving and Decision Making • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills together with the ability to make soundly based decisions. • Ability to make decisions under pressure, anticipate issues and provide robust and objective solutions. Openness to Change • Challenges the status quo to develop a high-performance culture. • Ability to build cultural change and Continuous Improvement. Communication • Excellent report writing and presentation skills. • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Customer Focus • Ability to understand customer and stakeholder needs and work in partnership to ensure delivery. Stakeholder Management • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships and handle confidential information sensitively and discreetly. Other competencies related to the role may be tested at interview stage. What is on Offer Salary This Band 6b role offers a competitive remuneration package with a salary scale of £29,863 - £36,499 per annum (further pay award pending). Salaries are reviewed annually effective 1st April. Duration of Appointment Fixed term for 12 months. Location Westland House, 40 Old Westland Road, Belfast, BT14 6TE.
Occupational Therapist
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025. Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Occupational Therapist (Staff Grade) to join our team in North Tipperary CDNT, Nenagh, Co Tipperary Contract Type: 1-year fixed term contract Contract Hours: 35 Hours per week Salary: €42,384 to €61,945 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations Annual Leave Entitlement: 32 days pro rata per annum Overview of the Post: Enable Ireland delivers children’s services through the Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) under the national Progressing Disabilities Services (PDS) model for children and young people with complex needs arising from a disability. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a range of Speech and Language Therapy services for young people (0 – 18 years) and their families within an interdisciplinary framework. Service will include assessment and intervention, clinical supervision and ongoing service development. This will be delivered through a family centred approach across a variety of settings including the clinic, preschools, schools, children’s homes and community settings. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list of Duties & Responsibilities The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: · Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU (https://www.coru.ie/) AND · Candidates must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office AND · Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. Annual registration · On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU AND · Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the Enable Ireland · Be eligible to work in the state · Possess a full clean drivers licence and have access to own transport Desirable Criteria: · Postgraduate experience of working with children and families in a community based setting. · Post graduate experience working in disability services for a minimum of 6 months In the event of a high volume of applicants Desirable Criteria may be applied in the short listing process If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits, please click here. What now? To apply, please download the job description and person specification for your information and complete the online application form. Informal queries by email to Ann Somers at Ann.Somers@hse.ie Closing date for applications: 12 Noon Friday 8th May 2026 Interview date: To be confirmed A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2024 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist (Motor Management) to join our team in CHO 1 Cavan Children’s Disability Network Team . Contract Type: 12 month fixed term contract Contract Hours: 35 hours per week Salary Scale: €68,897 to €80,30267,546 pro rata per annum pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 33 days pro rata per annum. Overview of the Post: To provide a high standard of physiotherapy service to support primary therapists and service users & families in CHO 1 Cavan Services including advanced and specialised work. Use clinical reasoning skills to provide specialist support and advice to the physiotherapy team and other staff, whilst maintaining a clinical caseload on the Children’s Disability Network Team To participate in ongoing audit and appropriate work-related research/ evaluation projects in areas relevant to the clinical field. Acting as a positive and supportive team leader in their speciality with strong leadership skills. Applying advanced specialist knowledge and skills in their area of specialisation. Acting in an advanced clinical advisory role to own colleagues and MDT within own organisation. Developing colleagues’ knowledge and skills by facilitating decision making and collaborative client consultation. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc a. Candidates for appointment must: i. Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU. AND ii. Have five years full time (or equivalent) years post qualification clinical experience of which four years full time (or equivalent) must be consecutive in the required area of specialism. AND iii. Demonstrate a proven record of clinical excellence in the specialism. AND iv. Professional Development and Practice Candidates must demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the required area of specialism, in the form of post-graduate qualifications or relevant courses. AND Candidates must demonstrate achievement in the areas of clinical audit, quality improvement initiatives practice development, teaching and research. AND v. Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, management, leadership and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. AND vi. Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. 2. Annual registration i. On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU And ii. Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to Enable Ireland · Be employed as a Senior Physiotherapist working within a disability service with demonstrated experience in paediatric motor management. · 5 years’ experience in the area of Paediatric (0-18 yrs) physical disability · Minimum of 5 years’ experience to include demonstrated experience working in the area of management of tone and posture · Knowledge of CPIPS and Hip Surveillance · Applicants must be eligible to work in the state. Please review the criteria at the following link https://enterprise.gov.ie/en/what-we-do/workplace-and-skills/employment-permits and ensure you meet the requirements before submitting your application · Valid driving licence for within the state / jurisdiction with access to own transfer in order to delivery services across a large geographical area · Available for immediate start Desirable Criteria: · Experience and/or training in clinical supervision. · Group work · Supervision of other staff and students · Physiotherapy caseload management · Knowledge / experience of Hydrotherapy intervention · Experience of delivering education and / conducting research · Experience in service development and practice standards development · Experience in coordinating clinics and leading and working at a consultative level in clinics alongside consultant and other lead therapists · Experience in managing databases such as hip surveillance, surgery, Botulinum Toxin, etc. and conducting audits · Pool / Shallow Water Lifeguarding qualification If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Thursday 7th May 2026 @ 12pm PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
People & Culture Operations Manager
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? We're looking for a compassionate and dedicated People & Culture Operations Manager to join our dynamic P&C Team. The role will be based on a Hybrid Model, between our National Office in Dun Laoghaire, co. Dublin, with remote work. About the Role: The People & Culture Operations Manager plays a central role in ensuring the People & Culture (P&C) function delivers a high-quality, efficient, and compliant service across the Organsiation. This position leads the P&C Team, overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring that all P&C systems, processes, and administrative activities run smoothly, accurately, and in line with best practice and employment legislation. The role is responsible for managing the full P&C life cycle – from recruitment quality and onboarding through to performance management, employee relations, occupational health, and retirement. It also leads on the review, redesign, and continuous improvement of internal P&C processes, policies, and procedures, ensuring they remain fit for purpose and aligned with organisational needs. A key part of the role involves providing expert employee relations support to managers, guiding them in the application of P&C Operations Manager also oversees monthly P&C metrics, payroll review, risk management, regulatory compliance (including CARF and HIQA), and data protection requirements for the department. Ultimately, this role ensures that the P&C function is a proactive, solutions-focused partner to the Organsiation, supporting operational leaders and contributing to a positive, high-performing workplace culture. The contract available is: Fixed-Term, Part-Time, 17.5 hours (2-years) . The role is being offered as a job-share position , meaning responsibilities will be shared between two part-time post holders to ensure full coverage of the P&C Operations Manager function. The successful candidate will work closely with their job-share partner to ensure continuity, consistency, and high-quality service delivery. The salary range will be €56777-€73808 – DOE, pro-rated based on working 35 hours per week. What You'll Be Doing: · Lead, manage, and support the P&C team while ensuring compliant an effective departmental operation · Oversee recruitment quality, P&C life-cycle processes, an provide guidance to managers on policy application and employment law · Manage employee relations, coaching managers, handling occupational health, and overseeing sick leave · Review, redesign, and continuously improve internal P&C processes, policies, and procedures · Prepare and analyse monthly P&C metrics, identify trends, and maintain the P&C risk register · Conduct final payroll review for CEO approval and ensure data protection compliance within the department · Lead P&C input for regulatory requirements including CARF, HIQA, and other compliance bodies · Oversee ad hoc P&C projects, defining project plans and resource needs · Please open the attached job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities Who We're Looking For: We are looking for an experienced and confident People & Culture professional who brings strong operational leadership and a commitment to delivering a high-quality, compliant, and people-centred service. You will have a solid track record in managing P&C teams and overseeing end-to-end HR operations, with deep knowledge of Irish employment law, employee relations, and best-practice people processes. You excel at coaching and supporting managers through complex people issues, applying policies consistently, and fostering fair, informed decision-making. You will be skilled in reviewing and improving internal processes, analysing P&C metrics to identify trends, and using data to drive continuous improvement. Experience managing risk registers, regulatory requirements such as CARF and HIQA, and data protection obligations is essential. Above all, you bring strong organisation, attention to detail, and a collaborative, solutions-focused approach that builds trust and effective relationships across the Organsiation. Must Haves: · A relevant 3rd level qualification in HR or related discipline · CIPD qualified · At least 2 years’ experience at HR Manager level · Strong knowledge of employment legislation and employee relations · Strong understanding of HR practices including recruitment, pay and benefits, HR systems, contracts and statutory requirements, diversity and performance management. · Excellent communication skills to stakeholders at all levels · Able to demonstrate good attention to detail, good judgement showing logical decision making and a hands-on approach · Excellent time management skills with a focus on people support · A confident self-starter with the ability to operate in a dynamic environment · Systems-strong working knowledge of HR and payroll systems and processes · Excellent MS Office skills Great to Have: · Previous experience of working in an area of healthcare or non-profit would be an advantage Why Join Us? If you’re ready to step into a role that balances professional impact with personal purpose, we’d love to hear from you. You're welcome to get in touch with informal queries by contacting the Hiring Managers below: Danielle Morgan - P&C Operations Manager - 0894753682 orSuzanne Mulholland - Chief P&C and Belonging Officer - 086 817 0322 Please apply by 17th May 2026 by 5pm. #IJA
Social Worker, Senior Grade
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Social Worker Senior Grade to join our team in a Children’s Disability Network Team based at Curraheen, Cork . Contract Type: Temporary 1 year Fixed Term Contract Contract Hours: 17.5 hours per week Salary Scale: €69,179 to €81,393pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 34 days pro rata Overview of the Post: Enable Ireland delivers children’s services through the Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) under the national Progressing Disabilities Services (PDS) model for children and young people with complex needs arising from a disability. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a range of Social Worker services for young people (0 – 18 years) and their families within an interdisciplinary framework. Service will include assessment and intervention, clinical supervision and ongoing service development. This will be delivered through a family centred approach across a variety of settings including the clinic, preschools, schools, children’s homes and community settings. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: Must be registered in the Social Work Register maintained by the Social Work Registration Board at CORU And Maintain live annual registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU And Have 3 years full time (or an aggregate of 3 years full time) relevant post qualification experience And Must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, professional and managerial ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office And Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. · Experience working with children with disabilities and their families. · Experience in providing training to parents and other professionals. · Experience in supervision of staff. · Experience in managing resources. · In-depth understanding of Children’s First legislation. · Must be eligible to work in the State · Full clean Driving Licence and access to own transport Desirable Criteria: · 1 years’ experience as a Senior Grade or in other similar type role. If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Wednesday 6th May 2026 before noon A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
HR Support Specialist
Role Description The HR Support Specialist provides comprehensive support across recruitment, employee relations, attendance management, and HR operations. The role ensures smooth HR processes and contributes to a positive employee and candidate experience while working towards strict deadlines with a high volume workload. They support strategic HR priorities including employee engagement, performance culture, and workforce planning across all directorates. We are looking for an applicant who is: ▪ Motivated with excellent people skills and highly professional attitude ▪ A confident PC user with intermediate Word and Excel skills ▪ A strong multi-tasker with excellent organisational skills ▪ Able to prioritise conflicting deadlines ▪ Attentive to detail ▪ Able to use their own initiative ▪ Hands-on, with a confident, 'can do' attitude ▪ Dynamic, flexible and hard-working ▪ An experienced Specialist Role Responsibilities Recruitment and Resourcing • Identify and track recruitment metrics, for example, equality information and generate equality reports to meet regulatory reporting responsibilities • Provide comprehensive end to end support for high volume recruitment activity including creation and posting of job adverts across a range of platforms, distributing application packs, preparing interview materials and communicating with candidates and recruiting managers within the business • Co-ordinate high volume recruitment including scheduling interviews, taking minutes, tracking actions, and communicating feedback on shortlisting and interviews throughout the recruitment journey • HR systems maintenance to ensure competency and physical capability assessments across all roles including accurate record-keeping to support management decision making in recruitment and selection exercises • Lead the onboarding process for new employees including scheduling inductions, inviting business representatives to present and delivering the HR session • Act as the first point of contact for queries and concerns from candidates and escalate as required • Make informed decisions on operational matters involving recruitment and selection ensuring alignment with established policies and procedures • Work as part of a team providing support to a wide range of stakeholders • Provide advice and guidance to hiring managers/employees/candidates/colleagues on the recruitment process and all relevant policies, procedures and practices • Manage the end to end recruitment and selection training process supporting Recruitment Specialists in delivering training and tracking, recording and coordinating all activities in line with the Recruitment & Selection Policy • Ensure timely and accurate records are retained to support management decision making, particularly in recruitment and onboarding processes • Maintain responsiveness to queries and uphold compliance with HR policies. Records must also meet regulatory reporting requirements e.g. Equality monitoring • Contribute to building the company’s employer brand by promoting a positive image to potential candidates during recruitment events such as work experience programme • Network with potential candidates at outreach events to promote NI Water as an Employer of Choice for example careers fairs • Contribute ideas and feedback to enhance HR operations and recruitment practises. Play an active role in company projects for example, migration from Oracle to FCS • Identify and implement improvements in recruitment and HR processes ensuring efficiency and compliance • Provide advice on processes, raise contractual issues, respond to queries, manage scheduling and logistics in recruitment campaigns • Administer all new employee and promotion/transfer information with regards to Payroll, Pensions, Facilities, Occupational Health and Telecoms and maintain regular correspondence with relevant staff to ensure appropriate action • Raise PO’s and liaise with suppliers to support recruitment activities, for example, employee induction and work experience programmes Employee Relations • Assist HR management in the administration of grievances, disciplinary actions and other ER issues, collating case-files, and note-taking at meetings, following up on these with employees and managers • Create and update personnel records both in hard copy and using the ORACLE HRIT system ensuring maintenance of accurate staff structures within each function • Process resignations, retirements, special leave, annual leave and reference requests • Co-ordinate, input and receipt HR-related invoices and purchase orders in line with budgetary provisions • Attend Trade Union Quarterly Meetings, JIC, LCC and Service Whitley to support on note taking and following up actions Managing Attendance • Correspond with Occupational Health provider to arrange appointments for NIW staff, new start employees and handle related internal administration to support the corporate attendance KPI • Liaise with line managers and employees in relation to fitness for work tasks and provide advice in relation to same • Support Attendance Manager in carrying out Managing Attendance meetings including minute taking, recording and tracking actions to be taken forward • Co-ordinate monthly and quarterly contract meetings with occupational health provider including minute taking recording and tracking actions • Manage the end to end health surveillance process tracking, recording and coordinating all activities to ensure utilisation of available appointments • Ensure health and safety compliance by coordinating all periodic medicals within agreed timescales, including referrals and liaising with employee and Occupational Health • Maintain relevant databases, absence management records and all relevant correspondence • Build relationships with key stakeholders including occupational health provider, employees and line managers • Collate and analyse fitness for work data to report to Directors and Heads of Functions to inform resourcing decision-making • Manage, track and co-ordinate the attendance and assessment renewal mailbox queries • Make informed decisions on operational matters involving attendance guided by organisational policy and procedures. Escalate when necessary • Contribute ideas and feedback to enhance attendance and health surveillance processes. Actively participate in company projects for example provider transition from BHSF to Optima • Identify and implement improvements in attendance tracking and health surveillance processes • Provide advice on health surveillance processes, raise contractual issues, respond to queries, manage scheduling and logistics in arranging appointments • Maintain frequent communication across multiple channels to a range of stakeholders including HR colleagues, line managers, employees, Trade Union representatives internally and external Occupational Health providers Budget and People Management Responsibilities • NA Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of duties and the post holder will be required to carry out other duties as required. Entry Requirements Applicants MUST be able to demonstrate in their application and where necessary at interview: ESSENTIAL CRITERIA A minimum of five GCSEs including Maths and English at grade C or above or equivalent. Minimum of six months experience in an administrative role. Proficient in the use of current IT packages, in particular Outlook/Microsoft Word/PowerPoint and Excel. The ability to communicate confidently, clearly and concisely both orally and in writing, with a wide variety of stakeholders both inside and outside the organisation. DESIRABLE CRITERIA In the event of a large number of applications, candidates may be short-listed on the following desirable criteria, in this order: Have a minimum of six months’ experience of HR administration. Hold or are working towards a HR qualification. Competencies The candidate should demonstrate the following competencies in the candidate response and interview process through examples and outcomes: Planning and Organising • Ability to meet tight deadlines to required standards by planning and organising own workload. Customer Focus • Ability to work effectively in a team and build and maintain effective working relationships with NI Water staff and stakeholders. Information and Communication • Ability to communicate effectively. • The ability to provide individuals with information so that they can make accurate decisions. • The ability to communicate effectively to all levels in a confident, clear and succinct manner. Problem Solving & Decision Making • Strong analytical and problem solving skills together with the ability to make soundly based decisions. Confidentiality • Understand the need for confidentiality and discretion when dealing with sensitive data. Other competencies related to the role may be tested at interview stage. What is on Offer Salary This Band 7a role offers a competitive remuneration package with a salary scale of £26,741 - £32,683 per annum (further pay award pending). Salaries are reviewed annually effective 1st April. Duration of Appointment Full-time, Fixed-Term for 12 Months. Location Westland House, 40 Old Westland Road BELFAST, BT14 6TE Benefits Not only will you be working for one of Northern Ireland’s top companies, you will also receive a number of company benefits to include: • Generous annual leave and public holidays • Flexible working and family friendly policies • Hybrid working (available for certain roles after 3 months following onboarding and training) • Occupational sick pay • Employee assistance programmes • Cycle to work scheme • Volunteering support Pension As well as a competitive remuneration package, NI Water offers an excellent DB pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 26.2% (rate subject to pension fund valuation). Annual Leave Full-time employees receive 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 days after 10 years of service, in addition to public and privilege holidays. Part-time employees are entitled to a pro rata equivalent. Health & Wellbeing Programmes NI Water offers a multi award winning Health and Wellbeing programme offering a range of benefits and initiatives to support physical, mental, financial and social health including: • Seasonal health campaigns • Wellbeing Roadshows twice a year across all hubs, including free vaccinations and health checks • A range of social networks and support forums
Communications Officer
Details of Service This post is funded as part of the Protecting Shared Waters project supported by PEACEPLUS, a Programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB). NI Water requires a Communications Officer to work alongside the Project Team. The project aims to promote cross-border, collaborative partnerships designed to improve and manage water body status, using nature-based solutions, under the Water Framework Directive, and support continued peace and reconciliation through collaborative working and community empowerment. The role of the Communications Officer will be to provide communications support to the Project Team (NI Water and external partners) in the form of stakeholder engagement, production of digital and print materials for a variety of audiences and the development and implementation of a PR strategy for the duration of the project. The postholder will work closely with the Project Team, the NI Water Communications Team, Project partners and a Communications Consultant. The postholder will be expected to travel occasionally to locations throughout Northern Ireland and Ireland. The postholder will report directly/jointly to the Protecting Shared Waters Project Manager and to the Project Communications Manager. Line Manager responsibilities will be with the Project Manager, Protecting Shared Waters with day to day mentoring support and guidance from the Project Communications Manager and the rest of the Communications Team. They will also have a direct link with the Project Officers (employed by the Project Partners) working on behalf of the Project, ensuring alignment of objective and activities, and close alignment to the proposed Project Communications Strategy. The postholder will support the Project Communications Consultant by providing a liaison point between the partners and the Consultant. They will co-ordinate material and produce copy for the production of communication assets. Role Responsibilities Responsible for implementing the project communications plan in conjunction with the Project Management Team and external stakeholders. Leading on the co-ordination of project launch and closure events, as well as community and policy stakeholder events. The Communications Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day organisation and planning of events, reporting to the Project Manager, Communications team and Communications Consultant at all stages. Responsible for creating and posting social media content, writing press releases, e-newsletters to promote the work of the project. Point of contact for partners to relay and communicate news and ensure it is edited and adapted for inclusion on social media and e-zine. Collate project material from partners and adapt so it is suitable for a variety of digital and print outlets, for example project leaflets, project reports, workshop materials, project signage, project interpretation panels etc. and liaise with the Communications Consultant to support their procurement of these. Provide support to partners on community engagement events through creating and organising radio adverts, press adverts and finding other ways to promote the work of the project, including working with external advertising agencies. Attend project events and activities to network on behalf of the project and collect and disseminate information about the project through a variety of communication channels. Follow procurement process to source supplier quotes, raise purchase orders, receipt, and approve invoices using Oracle system, and maintain record of budget versus spend as required by EU PEACEPLUS project (complex rules and processes). To include assisting with tendering exercises. Ensuring project website content is created and delivered using information provided from project partners. Creating, developing and delivering presentations highlighting updates and progress of the project to internal and external stakeholders. Measuring and reporting on Communications performance and activities, reporting outcomes to SEUPB, project team, and external stakeholder group. Responsible for event management of stakeholder events such as the External Advisory Group of North/South Stakeholders. Identify ways to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of the Protecting Shared Waters Project and NI Water, at stakeholder events and through press, digital and social media platforms. Undertake other relevant duties as may from time to time be required. As this post requires you to travel on occasion on official duty throughout Northern Ireland and the border counties, you must have a full driving licence or access to a reliable means of transport which will enable you to fulfil your responsibilities. This is an operational requirement and is essential to meet business needs. There may be an occasional requirement to work overtime, including weekends and evenings. This will be by pre-agreement with Line Manager. Budget and People Management Responsibilities The postholder will be responsible for ensuring efficient management of budgets, appropriate delivery of allocated work, compliance with SEUPB Programme Rules and NI Water policies and procedures. Ensure day-to-day implementation of bespoke stakeholder engagement activities including planning, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation. Ensure communications activities, outcomes and outputs are captured and recorded in line with SEUPB Programme Rules. Monitor project communication budgets, payments and oversee the preparation of financial and statistical reports, which satisfy and comply with standards set by the SEUPB and NI Water. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of duties and the post holder will be required to carry out other duties as required. Entry Requirements Candidates must be able to demonstrate that they meet the following requirements in their application and, where necessary, at interview. Essential Criteria A third level qualification in a relevant discipline is required, for example Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or Public Affairs, and a minimum of one years’ experience working in a press, marketing or public affairs environment to include: • Planning, production and implementation of a variety of content for social media channels, including website management • Experience of writing news releases, articles for publication and producing e-zines • Experience of using digital marketing tools such as WordPress, Customer Relationship Management databases and Google Analytics OR A minimum of three years’ experience working in a press, marketing or public affairs environment to include: • Planning, production and implementation of a variety of content for social media channels, including website management • Experience of writing news releases, articles for publication and producing e-zines • Experience of using digital marketing tools such as WordPress, Customer Relationship Management databases and Google Analytics A minimum of one years’ experience of developing and delivering presentations to a variety of audiences. As this post requires you to travel on occasion on official duty throughout Northern Ireland, you must have a full driving licence or access to a reliable means of transport which will enable you to fulfil your responsibilities. This is an operational requirement and is essential to meet business needs. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages. Desirable Criteria In the event of a large number of applications, in the first instance, candidates may be short-listed on the following desirable criteria: Event Management experience. In the second instance, candidates may be short-listed on the following additional desirable criteria: 2. Experience of producing project progress reports. In the third instance, candidates may be short-listed on the following additional desirable criteria: 3. Experience of Community Engagement. Competencies Demonstrates a Customer Orientation and a Focus on Quality • Always acts with the customer (both internal and external) in mind • Sensitively engages with the customer to understand and manage expectations • Actively seeks out and responds to customer feedback to improve levels of service and communications • Understands the importance of always displaying a professional approach as a representative of NI Water and the Protecting Shared Waters project • Exceptional organisational, communication and written skills, with ability to adapt style to suit different audiences • Adhere to General Data Protection Regulation requirements regarding the processing of personal data collected at events Solves Problems and Makes Good Decisions • Is creative when approaching problems and seeks solutions to overcome them • Applies specialist technical knowledge to deal with queries and problems • Is receptive to new and creative ideas • Seeks appropriate input and advice from others when making decisions • Participates in group decision-making by providing ideas and opinions Teamwork • Works both internally and with external partners to ensure the team vision and goal is achieved • Communication is clear, succinct and gets the desired message across • Actively contributes to efforts to promote the services of NI Water and the Protecting Shared Waters project Team Ethics • Takes time to find out what others have to say and is receptive to other ideas • Shows tolerance and consideration • Understands and is sensitive to the viewpoints of others despite personal differences Embraces Organisational Change • Receptive to change and different or new ways of working • Looks for new and better ways of doing things • Makes suggestions for improvements to their normal working routine Ensures Personal Change, Growth and Development • Proactively and regularly seeks feedback • Open to constructive criticism • Attends and participates in training opportunities Salary This Band 6b role offers a competitive remuneration package with a salary scale of £29,863 to £36,499 per annum (pay award pending). The starting salary will normally be at the first point of the scale. Salaries are reviewed annually effective 1st April. Location Westland, 40 Old Westland Road, Belfast, BT14 6TE Or Seagoe Office, Unit 41, Seagoe Industrial Estate, Craigavon, BT63 5QE Duration Full time, Fixed Term for 2 years Benefits Not only will you be working for one of Northern Ireland’s top companies, you will also receive a number of company benefits to include: • Generous annual leave and public holidays • Flexible working and family friendly policies • Employee assistance programmes • Cycle to work scheme • Volunteering support • Hybrid working (available after 3 months following onboarding and training) • Occupational sick pay Pension As well as a competitive remuneration package, NI Water offers an excellent Defined Benefit pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 26.2 percent. Annual Leave 25 days increasing to 30 days after 10 years’ service in addition to 12 public and privilege holidays. Health and Wellbeing Programmes NI Water offers a multi award winning Health and Wellbeing programme offering a range of benefits and initiatives to support physical, mental, financial and social health including: • Seasonal health campaigns • Wellbeing roadshows twice a year across all hubs, including free vaccinations and health checks • A range of social networks and support forums
