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Overview of Department The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) plays the lead role in promoting competitive and sustainable economic development in the agriculture, food, forestry and fisheries sectors. Its mission is to lead, enable and regulate the sector in a way that optimises its contribution to social, economic and environmental sustainability. The Department’s strategic goals include: Competencies Applicants should have all the attributes required of a General Operative Grade 1 (Rural) and in particular they must demonstrate, by reference to specific examples from their career to-date, that they possess or have the capacity to acquire the qualities, skills and knowledge required for the role of a General Operative Grade 1 (Rural) as identified in the following competency framework. People Management Delivery of Results and Organisation Skills Knowledge of Farming and Practical Experience Teamwork and Communication Skills How to Apply Only Online Applications can be made and should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. Note: As outlined above, if you do not meet the Essential Requirements listed under Section 3, your application will receive no further consideration. Closing Date Your application must be submitted no later than 12.00 noon on 3rd of September 2025. All queries relating to this recruitment campaign should be directed to dafm@cpl.ie with the subject heading “General Operative – Tops Farm, Raphoe” Application acknowledgements: All applications received will be acknowledged within 5 working days of the competition closing date. If you do not receive an acknowledgement within the 5 working days or for any queries relating to this competition, please contact by email: dafm@cpl.ie Applications will not be accepted after the closing date.
Finance Manager
Remuneration The salary scale for the post at (01/08/2025) is: €82,258, 82,997, 86,243, 89,502, 92,736, 95,983, 99,213 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. Purpose of the Post The primary purpose is to: · Support the Hospital Management Team and Executive Clinical Directors in delivering on their accountability in respect of the financial business of Letterkenny University Hospital. · The efficient day to day management of the Finance Unit · The supervision and control of all staff assigned to the Finance Unit. Principal Duties and Responsibilities · The post holder will support the principle that care of the patient comes first at all times and will approach their work with the flexibility and enthusiasm necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree · Maintain awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all hospital activities. · Performance management systems are part of the role and you will be required to participate in the Group’s performance management programme The post holder will: · The principle duties are the authorisation and control of expenditure, the collection of income and resource management. · Monitor and report on budgetary performance of Letterkenny University Hospital through the preparation of monthly management accounts. · Report on variances against budget and provide detailed explanations. · Identify and report on financial trends and identify corrective action in liaison with the Hospital Manager and his/her senior management teams. · Ensure all reporting is delivered within the agreed timeframes. · Manage the day to day operations of the finance functions of Letterkenny University Hospital, including: o Salaries o Accounts Payable o Patient Accounts (Accounts Receivable) o HIPE · Provide full supervision of all duties carried out by Finance staff at Letterkenny University Hospital and deal with any competency issues. · Ensure that all financial resources are used in the most effective and efficient manner in the delivery of day to day services. · Develop and maintain a system of Internal Financial Controls to ensure budgetary control, management and accountability. · Promote and ensure full compliance with all Finance policies, Finance Regulation procedures and best accounting practice at all times. · Monitor and report on hospital debt, and ensure compliance with NFR B2 Acute Hospital Charges and Debtors. · Responsibility for co-ordinating the work of all Heads of Departments in connection with financial matters, accounting procedures, expenditure and income returns and information and budgetary allocations affecting those departments. · Specific responsibility for the implementation of clinical budgeting and department costing including staff training for that purpose. · Provision of timely meaningful monthly reports to Department Heads. · Promote best practice in cost control and income generation. Advise on opportunities for value for money initiatives. · Assist with the integration of financial and management information systems and procedures within the IHA and with other hospitals within the Region as required. · Support the development of a financial reporting structure for the Managed Clinical and Academic Network structure. · Assist in preparing the Service plan for the Hospital in conjunction with the Hospital Manager. · Prepare other monthly financial reports as requested by the West North West Region Executive Team. · Prepare year end returns as required. · Ensure compliance with best accounting practice at all times. · Ensure that casemix returns are completed for hospital when due. · To ensure accurate costing of pay awards and service developments · To facilitate cooperative and mutually beneficial developments with private hospitals where applicable. · Assist and lead where required with development of the integration of financial systems and procedures with other hospitals within the Region. · Implement existing and new accounting policies and procedures as designated by the HSE. · Develop KPIs, financial governance arrangements, financial systems and business re-engineering processes for the IHA & Region’s finance function. · Develop patient level costing systems to support the implementation of Activity Based Funding at the Hospital. · Deal with all human resources issues as they arise. · Any other ad-hoc duties as may be assigned by the Hospital Manager; Area Management Accountant, Regional Director of Finance. · Develop strong working relationships with all key stakeholders both internal and external to hospitals and hospital. · Demonstrate pro-active commitment to all communications with internal and external stakeholders. · Monitoring of sickness/absence and implementation of local and national control measures at Department Level. Proactively manage persistent poor staff attendance within the Finance Unit. · Performance management systems are part of role and you will be required to participate in the Region’s performance management programme · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, national Standards for the prevention and control of healthcare Associated infections, Hygiene Standards etc and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. · To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. · To act as spokesperson for the organisation as required KPI’s · The identification and development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) which are congruent with the Hospital’s service plan targets. · The development of Action Plans to address KPI targets. · Driving and promoting a Performance Management culture. · In conjunction with line manager assist in the development of a Performance Management system for your profession. · The management and delivery of KPIs as a routine and core business objective. 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 Building is not permitted. · Hospital uniform code must be adhered to. · Provide information that meets the need of Senior Management. 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 Hospitals 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 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 responsibility of the post holder to be aware of and comply with the HSE Health Care Records Management / Integrated Discharge Planning (HCRM / IDP) Code of Practice. · Adequately identifies, assesses, manages and monitors risk within their area of responsibility. Education & Training · Engage in the HSE performance achievement process in conjunction with your Line Manager and staff as appropriate. The above Job Specification 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 Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition have: · Hold a recognised professional accountancy qualification from one of the following accountancy bodies: o Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy o Institute of Chartered Accountants o Chartered Association of Certified Accountants o Chartered Institute of Management Accountants o Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland o Institute of Incorporated Public Accountants OR · A recognised equivalent qualification AND · Significant experience of working in a busy finance role in a large organisation managing multiple competing priorities and deadlines, with significant experience in the following o Budgeting o Forecasting o Preparation of monthly management accounts and variance analysis · Significant experience in a role that involved monitoring of compliance such as adherence to policy, procedures, guidelines and standards · Experience of managing and working collaboratively with multiple internal and external stakeholders to achieve results including line management of staff and developing a team. · The requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and management ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. 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. Other requirements specific to the post · A flexible approach to working hours is required in order to ensure deadlines are met. · Full clean driver’s licence as candidates may, on occasion, be required to travel to other hospitals within the regional area for meetings. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge Demonstrate: · Knowledge of managing an annual budget; knowledge relevant Financial Regulations. · A working knowledge of relevant IT systems · Knowledge and experience relevant to the role as per the duties & responsibilities, eligibility criteria and post specific requirements of the role · Maximises the use of ICT, demonstrating excellent computer skills particularly Microsoft Office, Outlook etc. · The ability to work in line with relevant policies and procedures · Knowledge and experience of dealing with complex data in a large organisation and working independently Managing & Delivering Results (Operational Excellence) Demonstrate: · Strategically plan and prioritise resources effectively · Evidence of effective project planning and organisational skills including an awareness of resource management and the importance of value for money · Excellent organisational and time management skills to meet objectives within agreed timeframes and achieve quality results · A proven ability to prioritise, organise and schedule a wide variety of tasks and to manage competing demands and tight deadlines while consistently maintaining high standards and positive working relationships. · Manage within allocated resources with the capacity to respond to changes in a plan. · The ability to work on a self-directed basis · Ability to take personal responsibility to initiate activities and drive objectives through to a conclusion · The ability to seek and seize opportunities that are beneficial to achieving organisation goals and strives to improve service delivery Leadership, Direction and Teamwork skills Demonstrate : · Effective leadership in a challenging, changing and busy environment including a track record of innovation / improvements · Ability to lead, organise and motivate teams to the confident delivery of excellent services and service outcomes. · Ability to support, supervise, develop and empower staff in changing work practises in a challenging environment within existing resources. · Flexibility and adaptability to meet the requirements of the role · Ability to influence, lead, motivate and negotiate with others by developing clear and realistic objectives. · Actively empower and develop strong team working skills to facilitate high performance. · Establish a shared sense of purpose and unity where team members are aware of and understand their team role. · Nurture strong multi-stakeholder relationship to identify and develop opportunities. · Champions measurement on delivery of results and is willing to take personal responsibility to initiate activities and drive objectives through to a conclusion Critical Analysis, Problem Solving and Decision makingDemonstrate: · The ability to evaluate complex information from a variety of sources and make effective decisions · Considers the impact of decisions before taking action · Makes timely decisions and stands by those decisions as required · Confidently explain the rationale behind decisions when faced with opposition · Consult with others as appropriate before implementing decisions · Clearly communicate and empower others to partake in the decision making process · Be objective, sensitively pursuing new proposals and recommending decisions on a proactive basis · Effective problem solving in complex work environments · A knowledge and application of evidence based decision making. Building and Maintaining Relationships/Interpersonal Skills Demonstrate: · The ability to present information clearly, concisely and confidently when speaking and in writing tailoring to meet the needs of the audience · Excellent interpersonal and communications skills to facilitate work with a wide range of stakeholders · Effectively communicate complex information in simple terms to the intended audience · A track record of building and maintaining key internal and external relationships in achieving organisational goals. · The ability to lead, direct and influence multiple stakeholders and ensure buy-in to plans and their implementation. · Nurture relationships with colleagues and stakeholders to assist in performing the role. · Facilitate and manage groups through the learning process · Give constructive feedback to encourage learning · Effective conflict management skills Commitment to a Quality Service Demonstrate: · A core belief in and passion for the sustainable delivery of high quality customer focused services · Be driven by a value system compatible with the aims and ethos of the HSE. · An ability to pay close and accurate attention to detail in personal work and to create a culture where high standards are valued and respected · Contributing to the development of key goals for the greater integration of services. · Advocating continuing professional development amongst their team. · An ability to cope with competing demands without a diminution in performance
Central Sterile Services Department Operative
Remuneration The salary scale for the post is: 01/03/2025 €40,710, €41,772, €42,906, €43,993, €45,156 €46,353, €47,588 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 appointee will report directly to the Clinical Nurse Manager 2 / Sterile Services Manager CSSD under the overall governance of the Director of Nursing via the Assistant Director of Nursing. Purpose of the Post Other requirements specific to the post Flexibility regarding working hours to meet the demands of the service Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Candidates must demonstrate: Professional Knowledge · Knowledge and experience in the decontamination of reusable invasive medical devices · Have a working knowledge and comply with the Recommended Practices for Central Decontamination Units, Health Service Executive (2012) and Standards and Recommended Practices for Central Decontamination Units, Health Service Executive (2011). Teamwork · Demonstrate the ability to be a good team player. · Demonstrate the ability to work independently and as a member of a team and make positive contributions to that team. · Demonstrate initiative, flexibility and problem solving skills. Planning & Organising Skills · Demonstrate the ability to look ahead and forward plan for service delivery. · Demonstrate the ability to prioritise their workload and complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner. · Demonstrate a meticulous approach to work and the ability to pay attention to detail. Commitment to Providing a Quality Service · Demonstrate the ability to ensure high quality work and results. · Demonstrate experience in the use of quality standards and procedures to ensure continuous improvements in the running of the service. · Ability to work to Standard Operating Procedures · Ability to work accurately under pressure · Ability to stay calm/work under pressure Communication and Interpersonal Skills · Professional manner at all times · Good communication skills, written and spoken · Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. Tenure The current vacancy available is pensionable permanent and whole time. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointment) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Working Week The standard working week applying to the post is 39 hours HSE Circular 003-2009 “Matching Working Patterns to Service Needs (Extended Working Day / Week Arrangements); Framework for Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016” applies. Under the terms of this circular, all new entrants and staff appointed to promotional posts from Dec 16th 2008 will be required to work agreed roster / on call arrangements as advised by their line manager. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 6.00am to midnight over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement (Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016). Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at job offer stage Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004. Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants recruited between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants recruited since 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Mandated Person Children First Act 2015 As a mandated person under the Children First Act 2015 you will have a legal obligation · To report child protection concerns at or above a defined threshold to TUSLA. · To assist Tusla, if requested, in assessing a concern which has been the subject of a mandated report You will remain a mandated person for the duration of your appointment to your current post or for the duration of your appointment to such other post as is included in the categories specified in the Ministerial Direction. You will receive full information on your responsibilities under the Act on appointment.
Receptionist
Job summary Randox are a world leader in diagnostics for clinical healthcare, toxicology and food security and are looking for a Receptionist to join our team in Dungloe, County Donegal. What does our reception team do? Our front desk staff covers a variety of responsibilities within and wider Randox, offering excellent customer service to both our clients and customers, providing administrative support to wider teams such as payroll and some diary management for our senior stakeholders. Location: Randox Teoranta, Meenmore, Dungloe, County Donegal, F94 TV06. Contract Offered: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Mon-Thu 8:15am-5:30pm and Friday 8am-1pm. What does the receptionist role involve? A varied role, responsible for the operation of our main switchboard, maintenance of the internal time management system, general greet and meet of different stakeholders: Customers, Clients, Interviewees, and assisting other departments such as HR and Recruitment. Operating the main telephone switch board. Leasing/connecting different stakeholders. Updating time management systems. Administrative duties. Assisting wider departments such as HR, Recruitment. Booking meeting rooms. Diary Management. Who can apply? This role would suit someone who enjoys a varied role, while some relevant receptionist or customer service or administration experience would be desirable, we are open to candidates without this experience, as we will offer full training. Essential criteria: GCSE level qualification within English and Maths. Ability to manage inbound calls. Effective communication skills: writing and listening. Eye for detail (inputting data) Good proficiency with everyday IT programs. Eligibility to work in ROI. Desirable: Previous administration or receptionist experience Experience using/managing a switchboard. How do I apply? (Fast process) Click Apply on the site you are seeing this advert. You will then submit your CV to Randox for review. This advert may be open for as long as 30 days, although we may close the advert early if we receive sufficient applicants. About Randox: An international company operating in over 145 countries that continues to have unparalleled growth, Randox Laboratories has been the heartbeat of the UK’s National COVID Testing Programme throughout the pandemic. In early 2020 Randox recognised the threat from COVID-19 and, based on over 40 years of diagnostic experience, quickly developed a test to accurately identify the virus. Testing at scale commenced within weeks to support the UK’s National Testing Programme and private clients alike.
Receptionist
Randox are a world leader in diagnostics for clinical healthcare, toxicology and food security and are looking for a Receptionist to join our team in Dungloe, County Donegal. What does our reception team do? Our front desk staff covers a variety of responsibilities within and wider Randox, offering excellent customer service to both our clients and customers, providing administrative support to wider teams such as payroll and some diary management for our senior stakeholders. Location: Randox Teoranta, Meenmore, Dungloe, County Donegal, F94 TV06. Contract Offered: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Mon-Thu 8:15am-5:30pm and Friday 8am-1pm. What does the receptionist role involve? A varied role, responsible for the operation of our main switchboard, maintenance of the internal time management system, general greet and meet of different stakeholders: Customers, Clients, Interviewees, and assisting other departments such as HR and Recruitment. How do I apply? (Fast process) Click Apply on the site you are seeing this advert. You will then submit your CV to Randox for review. This advert may be open for as long as 30 days, although we may close the advert early if we receive sufficient applicants. About Randox: An international company operating in over 145 countries that continues to have unparalleled growth, Randox Laboratories has been the heartbeat of the UK’s National COVID Testing Programme throughout the pandemic. In early 2020 Randox recognised the threat from COVID-19 and, based on over 40 years of diagnostic experience, quickly developed a test to accurately identify the virus. Testing at scale commenced within weeks to support the UK’s National Testing Programme and private clients alike.
Grade III Clerical Officer x2
Grade III Clerical Officer 1. General Duties • Complete daily administrative tasks to a high standard including - answering the telephone, dealing with emails, answering queries from parents and tutors and dealing with the general public in the running of an efficient and effective administrative office. • Prepare and compile reports, letters, emails, Returns and Claim Forms as required. • Complete tasks and achievement of targets within designated time limits. • Build a good rapport and establish networks with the key stakeholders. • Liaise with tutors, learners/students, other administrative staff and other stake holders on a daily basis. • Keep all databases accurate and up-to-date, as and when required. • Process invoices in a timely manner on the designated IT System. • Embrace new technologies and systems. • Ensure systems are operating efficiently and arrange to contact relevant personnel in a timely manner to ensure systems are operating to their full potential. • Ensure confidentiality at all times. • Comply with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR). • The post holder will work under the direction of the Line Manager. • Any other duties or task as determined by the Line Manager. 2. Initial Duties • Assist the Principal in the day-to-day activities of school administration in areas of reception, general office duties, trouble-shooting and prioritising workload where necessary. Proficiency in computer skills and knowledge of word processing programmes Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Google Drive necessary. • Manage student records and information and complete enrolment information in conjunction with the Department of Education and Skills Database Esinet and PPOD. • Prepare and accurately maintain a variety of reports, statistics, records and files relating to students, operations and activities and manage school data using the school database VSware. Maintain and update student records on Way2Pay software. • Assist in the management of school finances: seek quotations, process orders and process prompt payments using the ETB Purchasing system P2P. Liaise, support and provide assistance to all other purchasing departments within the school. • Maintain and prepare manual records of all school finances and budgets. Maintain and manage efficient and up to date daily records of all purchases made using the schools Purchasing Card, including use of Purchase Card Module within P2P for reconciling and coding transactions. Lodgement, recording and receipting of all cash received in the school. • Prepare Letters and Invoices for all parents for the process of collecting school fees through the schools database (VSware) and the schools online payment Way2Pay. • Preparation of letters and forms as required throughout the year. • Maintenance of a suitable and efficient filing and records system. Maintain stock of office and classroom materials. • Deal with queries from the wider community, parents, past pupils and arrange meetings with the Principal. • Liaise and interact with the Principal, teaching staff, ancillary staff and Special Needs Assistants on a daily basis. Deal with their queries and assist where possible. • Deal with queries from existing, past and prospective students and parents and assist where possible. Arrange meetings with the Principal. • Deal with queries from general public and other relevant bodies as specified in and assist where possible. • Preparation of relevant school forms required for use during the year. • Maintain stock of office stationery and general classroom materials. • Maintain a suitable and efficient filing and records system (manual/computerised) in consultation with the Principal. • Any other task or duties relevant to operation and well-being of school, which may be required from time to time by the Principal. CITIZENS 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. HEALTH & CHARACTER Those under consideration for a position may at the discretion of the employer be required to complete a health and character declaration and a Garda Vetting form. References will be sought. Some posts may require special security clearance. In the event of potential conflicts of interest, candidates may not be considered for certain posts. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES ● Acts with professional integrity at all times. ● Ability to use own initiative and know when to seek advice. ● Takes direction and seeks clarity as required. ● Has a friendly, approachable and caring disposition. ● Ability to work well under pressure and to multi-task. ● Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships. ● Is confident, resilient and resourceful. ● Self-motivated in seeking out new technologies to improve work processes. ● Adaptable, capable and competent to carry out the role. SKILLS ● Works efficiently, delivers high standards of accuracy and displays attention to detail. ● Excellent written and verbal communication skills. ● Excellent administrative, organisational and time management skills. ● Excellent IT Skills with competencies in Word, Advanced Excel, Shared Drive (e.g. Google Docs, Calendar, Sheets, Slides and Google Forms). ● Ability to prioritise, plan and organise tasks to meet tight deadlines. ● Ability to operate multiple systems and focus on the tasks at hand. SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE ● Experience of working in a dynamic, challenging and changing environment. ● Experience of effective team working to deliver projects on time. ● Experience of IT systems for data entry and reporting. ● Experience of implementing on-line processes to improve service delivery. ● Experience of abstracting large volumes of alpha and numeric data in the format required and troubleshooting as necessary. QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE Have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (higher, ordinary, applied or vocational programmes) or equivalent. or Have passed an examination at the appropriate level within which can be assessed as being of a comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent i.e. a full award at Level 5, or higher. or Have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise. Desirable Hold recognised business/ secretarial qualifications and be proficient in relevant IT packages, particularly in the areas of processing, accuracy and presentation. Hold Diplomas or other Professional recognised qualification relevant to the role. COMPETENCIES Competencies will be informed by best practice Public Appointment Service Competency Framework for the Irish Public Service i.e. ● Teamwork. ● Information Management /Processing. ● Delivery of Results. ● Customer Service & Communication Skills. ● Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self. ● Development. ● Drive & Commitment to Public Service Values. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Be at least 17 years of age on or before the date of advertisement of the Recruitment Competition. Have a willingness to embrace the Irish Language. GARDA VETTING The successful Grade III Clerical Officer will be required to complete a Garda Vetting Application. Details of the Post: Ref: Sch/GIII/EC&MC/2025 Grade: Grade III Clerical Officer x 2 Initial Duties: School Administrator Capacity: Permanent Initial Headquarters: Errigal College/Mulroy College (See Note 1) Start Date: 1st September, 2025 Hours: 17.5 hours/week (Please note working hours may be increased to 35 hours per week at Errigal College, subject to an increase in student enrolment in September 2025). Salary: €30,811 - €47,946 New Entrants Rate (Pro Rata) Qualifications: As set out in the Job Description Closing Date: 12 noon on Friday, 1st August 2025
