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Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Office Administrator
Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and organised Office Administrator to manage daily administrative tasks and ensure the smooth operation of our office. This role involves handling communications, reception, financial processes, travel arrangements, and general office support. Key Responsibilities & Duties: • Communication Management: o Answer and manage phone calls and incoming post. • Financial Administration: o Collect staff subsistence and expense claims; manage petty cash. o Gather monthly credit card receipts when statements arrive and post transactions to Sage. • Office Supplies & Consumables: o Manage monthly consumables and order stationery and office supplies. • Project & Job Management: o Prepare job quotations on the system and issue job numbers. o Store project-related information as required. • Travel & Meetings: o Book travel and accommodation for staff. o Set up conference calls and assist with meeting arrangements. • Documentation & Reporting: o Complete trackers as required. o Maintain PSAF forms and audit logs. o Handle printing and document preparation as needed. • General Administration: o Perform other administrative duties to support office operations. Qualifications & Skills: • Previous experience in office administration or a similar role is a requirement. • Strong organisational and multitasking skills. • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Sage). • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality. Education & Experience: • Leaving certificate or equivalent, and (additional qualifications in administration or finance are an advantage). • Minimum 2 years of relevant experience. Please Note: All applicants must be Fluent in English Live in Ireland be an EU citizen or Holder of a Stamp 4 work permit.
Vehicle Paint Technician
Vehicle Paint Technician is required to work at Edge Signs LTD, based in Unit 3 John Harrington Industrial Estate, Tramore Road, Cork, T12W5RW. The candidate must have at least 2 years’ experience in a similar role. Duties will include: preparing vehicle surfaces for vinyl application, including cleaning, masking and surface finishing; interpreting job specifications, drawings and instructions; applying vinyl wraps and graphic films to vehicles to a high-quality professional finish; installing and refitting exterior vehicle components as required during wrapping; inspecting finished work to ensure quality standards are met. Salary: €34,000.00 per annum Hours: 39 per week Apply to Eve Signs Email: eve@edgesigns.ie
General Operator
Ohshima Ireland LTD is currently seeking a skilled General Operator to support our production team in operating machinery, assembling products, and maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Key Responsibilities:
HGV Driver
Dungarvan Transport require (6) Qualified HGV Drivers with a clean and Valid CE/C1E HGV licence with a least two years driving experience. The Driver is required to drive loads with agricultural and other produce across Ireland and UK. Must be hard working and capable of making decisions and have a good mechanical knowledge. The Driver should be familiar with the road transport and road traffic Legislation in Ireland. Contact: Tomas. Location: Dungarvan Transport, Garryduff, Colligan, Dungarvan, Co Waterford. Salary €34K per annum based on a 39-hour week. APPLY: Send CV to tomas@dungarvantransport.ie
Caretaker
Longford and Westmeath Education and Training Board is currently recruiting for a Caretaker (full-time permanent). Candidates must have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role and be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. Ideal Attributes / Personal Qualities • Highly motivated, reliable and proactive • Able to identify and take ownership of tasks without constant direction • Demonstrates good practical skills, including the ability to carry out minor repairs, basic carpentry, installation of fixtures, assembly of furniture, painting and general maintenance • Practical problem-solver with a strong “can-do” approach • Capable of working independently and as part of a team • Flexible, helpful and service-focused in supporting staff and learners Summary of the role The Caretaker will play a key role in supporting the efficient day-to-day operation of the campus through the provision of maintenance, facilities, logistics and support services. The role involves working closely with management, instructors, management and staff to ensure a safe, clean, well-maintained and welcoming learning environment. Duties / Responsibilities The duties listed will be performed by the Caretaker under the direction of the FET Managers and Campus Co-Ordinator’s. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Buildings, Facilities & Security • Opening and closing of centres, ensuring premises are safe and secure at the start and end of daily activities • Ensuring buildings are secured each evening and that doors, windows, alarms and heating systems are appropriately managed • Acting as key holder, maintaining safe custody of keys and responding to alarm/security calls where required • Ensuring the premises, facilities and contents are protected and reporting any damage, faults or concerns promptly Grounds & External Areas • Maintaining grounds including mowing, strimming, sweeping, weed control and general upkeep • Power washing external areas as required to ensure a safe and presentable environment • Ensuring gutters and external structural areas are maintained where appropriate Logistics, Deliveries & Equipment • Receiving deliveries, checking goods in and storing appropriately • Operating a forklift where trained and licensed, and using other equipment safely • Assisting with movement of furniture, training equipment and materials within and between centres • Supporting the arrangement of rooms and facilities for classes, meetings and events Maintenance & Repairs • Carrying out general maintenance tasks such as minor carpentry, painting, basic repairs and routine upkeep • Replacing bulbs and checking lighting, heating and basic services • Supporting the upkeep of fittings, fixtures and classroom stores to ensure they remain safe, tidy and functional • Identifying maintenance needs and reporting issues as necessary Support to Centre Operations • Assisting tutors, instructors and staff with practical setup and operational requirements • Preparing and restoring classrooms, workshops and training areas • Supporting events and activities including duties outside normal working hours where required Health & Safety • Supporting implementation of LWETB Health & Safety policies • Identifying hazards, addressing minor risks where safe to do so, and reporting issues promptly • Supporting checks of lifesaving and safety equipment where required • Using equipment safely and responsibly at all times Cleaning, Presentation & Waste Management • Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout the centre, including use of cleaning equipment and machinery • Ensuring toilets and welfare facilities are clean, hygienic and adequately stocked • Maintaining exterior cleanliness including windows, entrances and general campus presentation • Managing waste and recycling in line with LWETB procedures General • Using required IT and reporting systems as appropriate • Engaging in relevant training as required for the role • Working flexibly to support centre needs, including occasional evening/weekend duties • Performing any other related duties as may be assigned from time to time Terms and Conditions Initial Location: College of Further Education and Training, Connolly Campus, Co. Longford The successful candidate will be initially assigned in the above location. However, LWETB reserves the right to assign you to any other location as the service demands require. Salary: Starting salary scale €36,519 as per C/L 0052/2025 Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. For persons entering this grade for the first-time or those starting in the Public Sector for the first time starting pay will be at the minimum of the scale above. This is not negotiable. Salary will be paid in accordance with such rates as may be authorised by the Minister for Education and Youth from time to time. Hours per week: 35 hours. Daily work patterns such as split shifts may vary according to service needs. Entry requirements and eligibility • have the requisite knowledge and skills to carry out the role; • be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard; • Must have at least one years’ relevant experience. Previous work experience in caretaking, carpentry, stores or maintenance of buildings and / or grounds is desirable. • As travel might be a requirement candidates must be able to meet the travel requirements of the role. Annual Leave LWETB’S Annual Leave Year runs from January to December. The annual leave allowance for this position is 22 days per annum and public holidays will be allowed together with such short periods of closure as are permitted for Christmas and Easter. Please note your annual leave entitlement will be pro-rata, based on your contract duration and start date. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave. Leave will be granted, subject to Line Management approval, which must be sought in advance. Citizenship Requirement Candidates should note that eligibility to compete for posts is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA) or to non-EEA nationals with a valid work permit. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply. Please note you must advise LWETB if a work permit is required by you before commencing employment with LWETB. This requirement should be notified to LWETB as soon as possible. Health & Character Those under consideration for a position will be required to complete a health and character declaration and maybe a Garda Vetting form. References will be sought. Some posts may require special security clearance. In the event of potential conflicts of interest, candidates may not be considered for certain posts. Shortlisting LWETB reserves its right to shortlist candidates, in the manner it deems most appropriate, to proceed to the interview stage of the competition. Shortlisting will be on the basis of information supplied on the application form and the likely number of vacancies to be filled. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications/experience on the application form. The shortlisting process will provide for the assessment of each applicant’s application form against predetermined criteria that reflect the skills and depth of experience considered to be essential for a position at this level. Interview Interviews may take place via video conference. Candidates that are selected for interview will be supplied with guidelines in this regard. There may be a two-stage interview process.
Administrative Assistant
Who will you Work With and What Will The Role Involve? This important role supports our organisation in the delivery of its essential work programmes. This role provides candidates with the opportunity to work in a diverse organisation which invests in and celebrates its people. The person will work from the Marine Institute Headquarters in Rinville, Oranmore, Co. Galway and will report directly to the Research Funding and System Accountant. The successful candidate will have responsibility for providing financial and administrative support for externally funded projects across the Marine Institute. That support will primarily relate to FEAS and OCIS on the MOSAIC project, which is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB). The support may extend to other EU-funded projects across the Institute as required. EU-funded projects include Interreg PEACEPLUS, Interreg Atlantic Area, Interreg North West Europe, Horizon Europe, CINEA, EMFAF and other European funding streams. The person will be responsible for preparing and submitting claims on externally funded projects and will work closely with staff across the Institute, project leaders, Research Accountant, colleagues in Research Funding Office & Research Coordination and Support team and will work closely with the Finance and HR departments. The person will also be required to build relationships with external funding agencies, auditors and others as required. The nature of the work will be largely project-driven, therefore requiring a degree of flexibility with regards to planning. Teamwork is also important as the person will be required to work with others to ensure that reporting deadlines across all Marine Institute projects are met. The Marine Institute is currently undertaking a review of organisation structure, which when complete may impact the roles and duties of employees and bring about change. Any impacts or changes will be communicated. What Will You Be Doing Every Day? Principal Tasks: • Provide administrative support to MI Project Leads and act as the primary point of contact for research reporting, research team members and the Research Accountant, in managing externally EU-funded projects. • Review and ensure that expenditures incurred on projects are eligible and supported by appropriate documentation, including purchase orders and invoices. • Review time recorded on the Time Management System to ensure all time recorded is eligible. • Prepare timesheets in line with funder requirements. • Liaise with Finance & HR for salary costing information. • Prepare financial claims for Research Accountant review in a timely manner. • Ensure all claims comply with regulatory, financial, system and statutory obligations and with Marine Institute policies as appropriate. • Track and review project expenditure and provide management with updates as appropriate. • Upload all supporting claim documentation to the MI SharePoint Online. • Upload claims to relevant grant management portals. • Liaise with external funders and external stakeholders regarding financial reports. • Track and review claims expenditure against the budget. • Ensure that technical reports are received in a timely manner for submission. • Prepare all requested sample information for audits. • Provide support for various meetings, workshops and conferences as required. • Assist with ensuring that outputs and reports are received, disseminated and published. • Assist with the centralising of project deliverables and reports, and liaise with the Marine Institute library to publish onto the Marine Institute’s Online Access Repository. • Any other duties suitable to the role and grade as identified and assigned from time to time. What do You Need to Have Done to apply for this role? (Education, Professional or Technical Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, Aptitudes, Experience and Training) Essential / Important: • A suitable qualification in a relevant discipline. • At least 18 months of work experience in a busy office environment. • Demonstrated experience of project support, in an accounts or financial administration setting. • Knowledge of public sector procurement rules. • Strong organisational and administration skills with proven attention to detail and working to deadlines. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Demonstrated ability in project reporting and record keeping, ideally including financial records. • High level of computer skills, including MS Office and SharePoint Online. • Experience of supporting meetings, conferences and events. • The ability to work unsupervised and to work together in a team environment. • A background in working with confidential data and personal information, respecting privacy. Ideally Nice to Have / Desirable: • Accounts Technician or Third Level Finance Qualification. • Experience in financial reporting requirements. • Experience of supporting audits. • Public sector experience, including grant funding. • Intermediate level in Excel and familiar with formulae, V-lookup, Pivot tables etc. • Knowledge of data protection and GDPR as it applies to personnel data. What else do you need to know? (Special personal attributes required for the role) • An ability to work in an organised manner and progress work independently. • Demonstrate energy and a positive attitude. • Bring a solutions focus, initiative and ideas. • Be reliable and flexible, and be able to provide support to other members of the research team and other service areas as required when reports need to be completed. • An ability to remain calm under pressure and respond quickly to changing demands. • Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritise multiple outputs and manage time to deliver outputs on schedule (including multiple equally important deliverables). • Approaching work in a careful and methodical manner, always displaying accuracy, even when conducting routine and repetitive work. • Always seeking to improve process efficiency. • There may be a requirement for the successful candidate to further develop specialist knowledge and expertise relevant to the role. Training will be encouraged (formal and informal) and supported where required. Description of Service Group and the Wider Team Corporate Services includes Finance; Human Resources; Facilities and Services; Communications and Library & Information Services, as well as Corporate Governance, Procurement, Tendering & Contracts Management and responsibility and oversight for the General Data Protection Regulations. The Corporate Services team provides vital support to each of the Marine Institute staff country wide, helping to maintain a consistent and high-quality service in line with the strategic objectives and priorities of the Institute. The successful candidate will initially provide support for ongoing and new externally funded projects in the following two service areas – this may evolve depending on priorities, work programmes and requirements. Fisheries Ecosystems Advisory Services (FEAS) research, assess and advise on the sustainable exploitation of the marine fisheries resources in the waters around Ireland and on the impacts of fisheries on the ecosystem. Oceans, Climate and Information Services (OCIS) provide support for national and international marine monitoring and research and development as well as Information Technology infrastructure and information management. Who Will You Report to / Who will Manage and Support You? The successful candidate will be based at the Marine Institute Headquarters in Rinville, Oranmore, Co. Galway and will report to the Research Funding Accountant. What we offer We value our staff, and we value their contribution to the work of the Marine Institute. In return for this, we provide benefits that promote a healthy work-life balance and which we hope will help them to develop professionally. These include personal and career development, work/life balance policies, an employee assistance programme, “Bike to Work” Scheme, staff medicals and annual flu vaccination. Contacts: External: Funding agencies, researchers based in Higher Education Institutes, project officers where relevant, and project coordinators. Within the Marine Institute The roles will liaise closely with the Research Coordination and Support team in PIRS and the Research and Systems Accountant in Corporate Services. Contacts will be established as required with other teams’ leaders in the Marine Institute for reporting purposes. Training A full range of training will be provided as required, on the job and through appropriate courses. Training needs will be identified through the MI Performance Management Development System (PMDS). Salary: Remuneration is in accordance with the Public Sector, Executive Officer approved Salary Scale for Administrative Assistant which runs from €37,919 - €61,216 on a full-time basis per annum pro-rated with time worked. You will commence on the first point of the scale €37,919 and become a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme unless you are currently or have worked in the Public Sector in the past 6 months and are a member of another Public Sector Scheme. Annual Leave: Annual leave entitlement for an Executive Officer is 23 days per annum. Annual leave entitlements are exclusive of Public Holidays and are managed using the Time & Leave Management System in Place in the organisation. All leave must be approved by your manager or their authorised representative; in advance of being taken and in line with Marine Institute leave policies. Duration of Contract: This Temporary Specified Purpose contract of employment contract will be for a duration of up to the 30th of December 2029. The successful candidate will be on probation for the first six months of this contract. Who is the Marine Institute? The Marine Institute is a non-commercial semi-state body, which was formally established by statute (Marine Institute Act, 1991) in October 1992. Under the Act, the Marine Institute was given the responsibility: “to undertake, to co-ordinate, to promote and to assist in marine research and development and to provide such services related to marine research and development, that in the opinion of the Institute will promote economic development and create employment and protect the marine environment”. The Marine Institute is Ireland’s scientific agency responsible for supporting the sustainable development of the state’s maritime area and resources. We do this through conducting applied research and providing scientific knowledge, advice and services to government, industry and other stakeholders and users. This policy advice capacity, our broad mandate, and the research programmes we fund and undertake, give us a unique insight into the science-policy interface and make us an exemplar in the provision of integrated ocean knowledge. The Marine Institute provides a broad range of essential scientific support to its parent department, the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM). There is an increasing demand from Government for the data and evidence that are essential to inform national policy and to underpin the state’s governance of our maritime area. Through laboratory, field and seagoing work, the Institute carries out statutory environmental, fisheries and aquaculture surveys, seafood testing and other monitoring programmes assigned by government. The Institute plays an important role in supporting the state’s response to the impacts of our changing seas and oceans, through working with the national and international scientific community to observe, study and understand our changing oceans. This essential scientific advice supports industry, protects consumers and underpins legislative and other obligations aimed at the protection and management of the marine environment. Our vision - The Marine Institute is a national and international leader in ocean knowledge that benefits people, policy and planet. Our Mission - The Marine Institute provides scientific, research and development services to government, agencies, industry and society that support the sustainable use of our maritime area, the protection and restoration of marine ecosystems, and promote a shared understanding of the ocean. There are 6 broad service areas within the Marine Institute; (1) Ocean, Climate and Information Services, (2) Marine Environment & Fish Health Services, (3) Fisheries Ecosystems Advisory Services, (4) Irish Maritime Development Office, (5) Policy, Information and Research Services and (6) Corporate Services.
General Operative
Remuneration The salary scale for the post is: 01/08/2025 €35,547 €37,409 €38,528 €39,294 €39,958 €40,816 €41,340 €42,233 €43,150 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. Reporting Relationship The post holder will: · Report to the Designated Department line manager · Assist the Designated Department Manager Purpose of the Post PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL CONDITIONS: · Employees must attend fire lectures annually and must observe fire orders. · All accidents within the Department must be reported immediately. · Infection Control Policies must be adhered to. · In line with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 all staff must comply with all safety regulations and audits. · In line with the Public Health (Tobacco) (Amendment) Act 2004, smoking within the Hospital Buildings is not permitted. · Hospital uniform code must be adhered to. · Provide information that meets the need of Senior Management. · To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Risk Management, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety · The management of Risk, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved within a progressive, honest and open environment. · The post holder must be familiar with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet this responsibility. · The post holder has a duty to familiarise themselves with the relevant Organisational Policies, Procedures & Standards and attend training as appropriate in the following areas: o Continuous Quality Improvement Initiatives o Document Control Information Management Systems o Risk Management Strategy and Policies o Hygiene Related Policies, Procedures and Standards o Decontamination Code of Practice o Infection Control Policies o Safety Statement, Health & Safety Policies and Fire Procedure o Data Protection and confidentiality Policies · The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they become familiar with the requirements stated within the Risk Management Strategy and that they comply with the Group’s Risk Management Incident/Near miss reporting Policies and Procedures. · The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they comply with hygiene services requirements in your area of responsibility. Hygiene Services incorporates environment and facilities, hand hygiene, catering, cleaning, the management of laundry, waste, sharps and equipment. · The post holder must foster and support a quality improvement culture through-out your area of responsibility in relation to hygiene services. · It is the post holders’ specific responsibility for Quality & Risk Management, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety this will be clarified to you in the induction process and by your line manager. · The post holder must take reasonable care for his or her own actions and the effect that these may have upon the safety of others. · The post holder must cooperate with management, attend Health & Safety related training and not undertake any task for which they have not been authorised and adequately trained. · The post holder is required to bring to the attention of a responsible person any perceived shortcoming in our safety arrangements or any defects in work equipment. · It is the post holder’s responsibility to be aware of and comply with the HSE Health Care Records Management/Integrated Discharge Planning (HCRM / IDP) Code of Practice. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may 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 Candidates must on the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office possess: 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. i) Possess a Leaving Certificate (or higher) or equivalent qualification. And ii) Have successfully undertaken or be willing to undertake the Solas Safe Pass Health & Safety Awareness Training Programme, or equivalent approved training programme. (Please note if you have not undertaken this training, you will be required to successfully complete this training on taking up the post). And iii) Be the holder of a full valid unendorsed Category B Driving Licence. And iv) Adequate education, training and experience of a type which would render him/her suitable to perform satisfactorily the duties of the post of General Operative And v) Candidates must have the requisite knowledge and ability including a high standard of suitability for the proper discharge of the duties of the office 3. 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. 4. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements The candidate must have experience in handling all forms of risk and non-risk healthcare waste streams in a hospital setting, including the following: · Clinical waste · Special waste · Hazardous waste · WEEE waste · General waste · Recyclable waste Other requirements specific to the post · Access to appropriate personal transport, as this post will involve frequent travel between sites. · The post holder will be required to carry a HSE mobile phone or bleep during working hours. · Due to the nature of the business of the Engineering Department, some of the works will be conducted outdoors and will include working in ducts below ground level, confined spaces, trenches and roof spaces (working from ladders and scaffolding) and in difficult weather conditions. The post holder will be required to work in all weather conditions when requested to do so, or when circumstances dictate. · Flexibility around working hours to meet service needs. · Experience of working in a large complex healthcare setting. Additional eligibility requirements: Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens OR (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State Read Appendix 2 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information on accepted Stamps for Non-EEA citizens resident in the State, including those with refugee status. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. Read more about Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment Work Permits . Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Candidates must : Professional Knowledge · Demonstrate sufficient knowledge to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post. · Demonstrate the ability to work effectively within guidelines and procedures. · Demonstrate knowledge of current Fire, Health & Safety and Building regulations. Planning & Organising Skills · Demonstrate evidence of effective planning and organising skills. · Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of value for money in the performance of work. · Demonstrate an organised, methodical and structured approach to work including the ability to meet deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks. · Demonstrate experience in working effectively under pressure. Team Skills · Demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team and make positive contributions to that team. Commitment to Providing a Quality Service · Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service; including an awareness and appreciation of the service user such as patients, general public, medical and non-medical staff. · Demonstrate motivation and an innovative approach to job and service developments. Problem Solving & Decision Making · Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information, solve problems and make decisions in a timely manner. · Demonstrate the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team to resolve problems and implement solutions. Communication / Interpersonal skills · Demonstrate effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner, written and verbal. · Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills. · Demonstrate an ability to receive and implement instructions in an effective and efficient manner.
Marketing Coordinator
Functional Purpose: The Marketing Coordinator is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of the Marketing plan. Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the Marketing Coordinator will be responsible for providing support across a range of projects. Candidates should be detail-oriented and highly motivated, with the ability to think practically, adapt quickly and work well within a team. Excellent writing skills and analytical abilities are essential. This position will be based in our Oranmore HQ, Co. Galway. Duties/Responsibilities: Work with Global Marketing Manager to support the marketing mix needed to deliver a profitable 5 year global marketing strategy for a portfolio of brands in the garden care, agri & veterinary spaces. Responsibilities include marketing coordination of promotional activities, content generation for campaigns, social media strategy and content development and general administration support to the marketing and sales teams. Key Responsibilities:
Shop Assistant
About SVP SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and employees, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP is an equal opportunity employer committed to treating all individuals with dignity and respect. We are dedicated to protecting everyone we encounter from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, and exploitation, in accordance with Irish equality legislation. All employees are expected to adhere to SVP's Dignity & Respect and Safeguarding policies, including those pertaining to children and vulnerable adults. The founder of the Society, Blessed Frederick Ozanam, was a devout Christian and his legacy of spirituality remains a key element of the make-up of every Conference within the Society. It is normal practice within the Society that prayers are said at the beginning and end of Conference meetings or at other meetings where members are in attendance as this underpins the ethos of the Society. You are not required to take part. Purpose of the Role To provide support and assist the Manager in the operation of running Vincent’s shops in a manner which reflects SVP’s high retail standards and maintains the professionalism and profile of the Society in all areas of operation. Guidance and Authority The post holder is expected to operate with considerable autonomy, referring matters to their line manager when significant resistance is encountered in implementing good practices or policies, when actions may place stakeholders such as children, vulnerable adults, scheme participants, volunteers, or the Society's reputation at risk, or when decisions could substantially impact the workload of others. Principle Accountabilities The role holder will be responsible for: Business Development • Effective Resourcing (Staff/Volunteers & Stock) • Engage with shop customers to encourage volunteer recruitment. • Sustain Substantial Donations • Replenish donation bags with SVP-branded bags and thank-you cards. • Review Daily Shop Operations • Ensure compliance with Shop Policies and Procedures Folder. • Recommend changes to improve customer care, retail standards, financial control, H&S, and staffing. • Maximise Financial Contribution • Price garments for maximum yield based on guidelines. • Deliver outstanding customer experience every visit. • Minimise in-store costs (e.g., waste, utilities). Customer Service • Promote Sales Through Service Culture • Build two-way relationships with regular customers. • Gather feedback via surveys, focus groups, and events. • Promote thank-you cards and loyalty cards. • Enforce a consistent "meet and greet" policy. • Encourage Regular Self-Assessment • Use Vincent’s Retail checklist to assess atmosphere, displays, and after-sales service. • Maintain shop cleanliness and order. • Manage Customer Complaints • Investigate and attempt resolution where possible. • Refer unresolved complaints to the Regional Retail Manager. Team Satisfaction • Foster a Positive Work Environment • Ensure all staff/volunteers are free from intimidation, harassment, or discrimination. • Provide work aligned with individuals' skills and motivations. Compliance • Cash Handling & Reporting • Complete the Cash Reporting Sheet daily. • Policy Adherence • Follow all SVP and Retail policies and procedures (provided in the shop’s folder). • Raise compliance concerns to the Regional Retail Manager. • Health & Safety Compliance • Promote and ensure adherence to Health & Safety best practices and legislation. • Cash & Stock Control • Address non-compliance through agreed action plans. • Report non-compliance immediately to the Regional Manager. • Operational Risk Reassessment • Reevaluate risks in response to economic, legal, or procedural changes. • Collaborate with management or relevant departments to address issues. Challenges There are a number of challenges in this role, largely determined by the scale, complexity, voluntary nature and high levels of local autonomy with the Society. • Acceptance of the dynamic of a complex, national, membership organisation and an understanding of how this both contributes to and constrains the work. • Influencing others not under direct authority. Other Information In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, the job holder may be required from time to time to perform other duties as deemed reasonable and necessary by the employer. The job holder may also be required from time to time to work or attend training/meetings at another location. As much notice as is reasonably practicable will be given of any such requirement/change. Employees are responsible for notifying their manager in writing of any statutory rest period or break to which they are entitled to and were not able to avail of on a particular occasion and the reason for not availing of such rest period or break within one week. The Society is committed to the Right to Disconnect Code of Practice which applies to all employees irrespective of where they work, be that office, service, home or other remote location, or their working pattern, either core, shift, or flexible hours. Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required Qualifications • Job holder should ideally be educated to leaving certificate standard Experience • At least 2 years retail experience ideally some of which will have been gained in the community/voluntary sector. Knowledge • Knowledge of the Society and of its mission and values. • Commercially aware Skills • Experience of working in a customer facing environment, be motivated, have excellent customer care skills, be a confident communicator and have a passion for helping people. • Excellent organisation skills • A positive outlook with resilience and persistence in the face of barriers and setbacks. • An ability to display empathy, patience and a well-developed sense of humour. • A keen eye for visual merchandising and display • Self-motivated and take pride and satisfaction in your own work • Outgoing and energetic and enjoy working on your own and as part of your wider team • Excellent numerical skills • Willingness to work in a flexible manner and provide cover for the Shop Manager when required The person must also demonstrate the following personal attributes: • Be honest and trustworthy • Be respectful • Be flexible • Demonstrate sound work ethics • Confidentiality • Other Salary: €6,406.40 per annum
