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What is the role? Communications functions vary across organisations, and the specific role and responsibilities of a Communications Officer will depend on the organisation and area to which you are assigned. Communications Units typically cover areas such as: • Press and media relations, working as part of a team in a Press Office; • Social media management; • Content creation, including design, photography and videography; • Digital communications and website management; • Marketing and advertising campaigns and public information initiatives; • Internal communications. The role of Communications Officer offers plenty of variety and the chance to build your experience across a range of areas. As a Communications Officer you will work as part of a team to drive the organisation’s communications strategy. For example, depending on the organisation or role to which you are assigned, you may be focused on liaising with members of the media to ensure clear and accurate information is communicated, managing media queries and coordinating media engagements, press conferences and interviews. Equally, you may be involved in the development of content and campaigns for social media, websites or other internal and external communication channels. Promotion and progression opportunities are available within communications through open competitions to Communications Specialist (HEO), Communications Manager (AP) and Head of Communications (PO). It is important to note that the role may require an element of evening/weekend work, or off-site events. Civil Service overtime and travel and subsistence arrangements and rates will apply, as appropriate. Key duties and responsibilities: As mentioned above, communications functions vary across organisations, and the specific role and responsibilities of a Communications Officer will depend on the organisation and area to which you are assigned. The following is an overview of the type of responsibilities and tasks involved in the Communications Officer role: • Liaising with the media and managing enquiries from journalists and other media contacts via telephone and email; • Preparing press releases, briefing documents and other communications materials; • Arranging and organising events, interviews, launches, photocalls and press conferences; • Contributing to the development and implementation of communications campaigns and programmes; • Summarising complex information and producing accessible communications for a variety of channels and audiences with different needs; • Creating content for social media, websites and other channels including photography, videography and graphic design; • Updating and editing websites; • Supporting stakeholder consultation programmes; • Collaborating effectively with teams across the Department/Agency to ensure the delivery of high-quality work in a timely manner; • Monitoring media and current affairs across print, broadcast and social/digital and Oireachtas business; • Supporting the delivery of internal communications programmes; • Dealing effectively with a broad range of information sources and identifying key issues and trends; • Supporting the implementation of systems to ensure the smooth running of the communications function and taking ownership to ensure issues are resolved or escalated to the proper personnel to resolve in a timely manner; • Making effective recommendations for communications activities; • General administrative duties, ensuring day-to-day support for managers as required; • Carrying out any other duties relevant to the role that may be identified from time to time. This job description is a guide to the general range of duties of the successful candidate. It is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. Positions requiring specialist Irish language skills The Civil Service is fully committed to fulfilling its obligations under the Official Languages Act. It is intended that vacancies arising which require staff to provide a full range of services through the Irish language (Functional Bilinguals), may be filled from this competition. In this regard, individuals who have proficiency in the Irish language and who fulfil all other eligibility criteria set out below may indicate their interest on the application form. Candidates who indicate their interest and who are successful at the final selection stages will be required to undergo certain assessments through Irish, e.g. interview and/or written test, prior to being considered for such a position. They must achieve the required level in the Irish language, i.e. demonstrate a minimum Level B2 on the Europass self-assessment framework. Essential Requirements, Qualifications and Experience On the closing date of Thursday, 9th April 2026, to be eligible for consideration, a candidate must satisfy the following requirements: A qualification of at least Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) (or NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualifications equivalent); and At least one year’s relevant professional experience in at least two of the following areas: Media engagement / press office Public relations Public affairs Journalism Event management Social media management Multimedia content creation Graphic design Website management Advertising Marketing Internal communications programmes In order to be effective in the role of a Communications Officer, candidates should have: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present material in a clear, concise and comprehensive manner; A good understanding of communications and the evolving communications landscape, including digital and social media, marketing, branding and advertising; Good knowledge and understanding of current affairs and the media landscape across print, broadcast and digital platforms; The ability to use information and communications technology, including a good level of proficiency in using Microsoft Office packages; Good research, editorial skills and storytelling ability; The ability to work calmly under pressure and deal with multiple demands and competing priorities to tight deadlines; The ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team; Strong organisational skills with a commitment to achieving quality results and ensuring all tasks are completed to a very high standard; A high level of motivation and a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team; A willingness to share ideas and information with the purpose of achieving a particular result; Motivation, flexibility and willingness to adapt and positively contribute to the implementation of change, and the ability to use own initiative as and when appropriate; The ability to absorb new information quickly, understand new concepts and relationships, and the awareness to focus on important information; Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to network, build and maintain relationships and successfully engage, persuade and collaborate with internal colleagues; The self-confidence and resilience necessary to cope with challenging and/or sensitive situations; A keen interest in public affairs and be committed to the concept of Public Service. Desirable • Proficiency in Irish. Candidates who wish to have their ability in Irish assessed may be required to undergo a language assessment in order to satisfy publicjobs of their ability to communicate effectively in Irish. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate the capabilities required for effective performance at this level. Civil Service (Government Departments and Offices) Dublin/Nationwide Permanent – Full time Starting at €38,419 3pm on Thursday, 9th April 2026
Social Care Worker
We are hiring Social Care Workers in Ennis, Co. Clare! Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Corlann are looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Role: Social Care Worker Contracts Available: Various Permanent Full-Time & Part-Time positions available PLEASE NOTE: Positions available are for Residential Services only Location: Ennis, Co. Clare The role of a Social Care Worker Social Care Workers fulfil a key supportive and advocative role for individuals supported by the service. The Social Care Worker’s role is to support the person in all aspects of their life focusing on the individual's ability and promoting independence and development of skills. They assist in all aspects of the practical tasks associated with the daily life of the person supported either in their home or within a day service setting. The Social Care Worker will assist and support people who use the service with the development of their individual person centred plan and the achievement of associated outcomes, and critically, will support people who use the service to make informed choices and fulfil their potential. They will encourage participation in the community through inclusive and creative thinking, seek opportunities for new experiences and help individuals make their own, informed choices. **PLEASE SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED Qualifications: Some of our benefits: · Competitive Rates of Pay (€40,851 - €57,217 Pro-Rata) · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Full Training provided · Career Progression · Sick Pay Benefits · Employee Assistance Programs Corlann is an Equal Opportunities Employer INDC
Staff Nurse/enhanced Nurse
Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Corlann services Clare are looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Role: Staff Nurse/Enhanced Nurse Practitioner Contracts Available: Various Permanent Full-Time & Part-Time positions available Location: Ennis, Co. Clare Essential: *PLEASE SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED Remuneration: Staff Nurse (Intellectual Disability): €37,788 - €56,032 Enhanced Nurse (Intellectual Disability): €44,811 - €57,846 Some of our benefits: · 24 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Full Training provided · Career Progression · Sick Pay Benefits · Employee Assistance Programs Corlann is an Equal Opportunities Employer INDCP
Catering Assistant
Catering Assistant with Dunnes Cafe Dunnes Stores is Ireland’s leading retailer positioned at the cutting edge of food and fashion retailing. We have stores in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Spain and are expanding our service and product offer all the time. At Dunnes Stores, we pride ourselves in delivering outstanding service and quality products whether it is food or fashion. We strive for excellence in all that we do, be it our award winning Simply Better Food range, our Baxter and Greene Market Deli or our collaborations with some of Irelands best Fashion and Homewares designers. Dunnes Stores offers a unique opportunity to work alongside one of the most dynamic retailers in Ireland. As well as our ever-evolving product range and outstanding service, Dunnes Stores offers customers in-house Hospitality in selected stores throughout Ireland, Northern Ireland and Spain. Our cafés offer customers all the homely classics as well as quality coffee, tasty treats all in our newly refurbished in-store cafés. We are currently looking to recruit vibrant, passionate individuals into the role of catering assistants. Our catering Assistants have excellent product knowledge, provide outstanding customer service, and above all else are passionate about hospitality. Suitable candidates should have some experience of working in a customer-facing environment, be motivated, have excellent customer care skills, be confident communicators and have a passion for helping people. Experience in a coffee shop/café environment is not essential while the ability to prepare hot drinks is preferable. As a catering assistant, you should be willing to learn and develop yourself, have a desire to succeed and to contribute to our positive team environment as well as promoting our unique brand. Key Skills Dunnes Stores is an equal opportunities employer
Permanent Lifeguard/Instructor
Clare County Council/ Comhairle Contae an Chláir is the authority responsible for Local Government in County Clare. The corporate headquarters are located at Áras Contae an Chláir, New Road, Ennis and there are four Municipal Districts (Ennis, Shannon, Killaloe, and West Clare) which are supported through area offices in Ennis, Scarriff, Shannon, Ennistymon and Kilrush. There are 28 elected members, approximately 990 staff and an annual operating budget of €204 million in 2026. Clare County Council provides a diverse range of services across a large geographic area. Key services areas include planning, Local Enterprise Office, rural and community development, transportation, motor tax, water, environment, emergency services along with housing activation & delivery, libraries, and sports & amenities, property management, derelict sites, and vacant homes. These operations are supported by internal services which include ICT & Digital Services, Corporate Services & Governance, Finance and People and Culture functions. There is a diverse demographic across urban and rural communities with tourism bringing seasonal changes in population and activity in the county. The Shannon estuary, Shannon Airport, industrial zones, and geographic location between larger urban areas, coupled with the unique landscape and heritage add to the diversity of activity in the County. Local democracy is strengthened through the Municipal Districts and changes in legislation and regulation have placed greater emphasis on the role of the Local Authority in driving economic activity, ensuring accountability, accessibility and innovation while placing the customer and the community to the fore of service delivery. Clare County Council is currently inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition. Clare County Council will, following the interview process, form a panel for the post of Lifeguard Instructor from which future relevant vacancies may be filled subject to sanction approval from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Positions will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. This panel will exist for 12 months and may be extended for a further period of 6-12 months at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The Active Ennis Leisure Complex is a complete indoor health and fitness arena with white flag accreditation, providing pool and gym-based activities for all individuals and clubs in Ennis and further afield. Active Ennis Leisure Complex has for many years had a great association with water safety and with the Lifeguard Service in particular. Many of the lifeguards who have guarded the beaches of Clare over the years availed of their early training in the pool. Active Ennis Leisure Complex is widely recognised as the centre of excellence for swim lessons in Clare. Our team of instructors has vast experience teaching adults and children at all levels from beginner to competitive swimmer. The principal duty of the Lifeguard Instructor shall be to safeguard the users of the pool by maintaining a constant observation of all swimmers while on duty. The successful candidate will also be tasked to work across other streams of activities provided within the Complex for example, teaching swimming classes, lifesaving lessons, aquafit classes, running camps, allowing the candidate to develop their career potential. Training will be provided. Desirable Skills Essential Criteria 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2.Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3 . Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Hold a National Pool Lifeguard Award Level 2 from Water Safety Ireland. Valid original certificate will be required to be presented prior to employment. OR (b) Applicants who hold a lifeguard qualification from another recognised body can apply; however, if successful, they must complete and pass the National Pool Lifeguard Award Level 2 course from Water Safety Ireland before commencing employment. This course will be provided by Clare County council. (c) Hold a Full Swim Teacher Award/Qualification from Water Safety Ireland or equivalent. OR (d) Hold an Assistant Swim Teacher Award from Water Safety Ireland or Swim Ireland. Successful applicants must obtain a full Swim Teacher Award from Water Safety Ireland within their one-year probationary period. (e) A current Certificate in Occupational First Aid, or the ability to obtain this certification prior to commencement of employment. (f) Have a good standard of education to enable them to carry out their duties efficiently. Failure to input and upload proof of essential criteria in your application form will deem you ineligible for this competition. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. Where the appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay-scale and will be moving without break to another part of the public sector at an analogous grade, the appointment may be made at the appointee’s current point of scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Starting pay for new entrants to the sector will be at the minimum of the scale. The current salary scale applicable to the post (February 2026): €794.06 - €815.62 per week The post-holder may be required to work a 39 hour week, and will be required to work evenings and weekends as part of their normal working week. The post-holder may be required to work Sunday as part of your employment contract and in accordance with Section 14(1) of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 the fact of you having to work on that day has been taken into account in the determination of your pay. Payment for working a public holiday will be in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and as determined by Clare County Council. A roster may be in operation as determined by the Line Manager
Reception & Customer Service Assistant
Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We’re on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki. You could be part of our vision. Because it’s our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It’s every one of us working together. We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together. Part of global packaging leader Huhtamaki, Cup Print is one of the world’s leading producers of printed paper cups. Our specialty is short to mid-sized runs and unrivalled fast delivery. We now have an immediate opportunity as a member of our small dynamic Customer support team. Essential Duties include: This role is scheduled to work within our standard office hours of 9am to 5pm Monday to Thursday and 9am to 4pm on Friday.
Quality & Standards Officer
TTM Healthcare Solutions is recognised as the largest healthcare talent solutions specialist in Ireland. We are hiring for a Quality & Standards Officer to work with our Quality & Standards Team in our Ennis office. This is a great opportunity to join a budding team. You'll be responsible for: •All Pre-employment and Clearance Checks for Candidates e.g. references, Garda Vetting, Training, qualifications etc •Maintain Agency Worker Compliance- to include obtaining and securing all essentials documents •Book Candidates onto TTM Training •Verify certificates and all other file essentials & attach to personnel file accordingly •Reporting any breaches •Volume Project Support •QC Spot Check and Audit Assist The Ideal Candidate should: •Be ethically sound, display ethical behaviours and live by the values of the organization each day of her/his professional life •Ability to work in a highly competitive environment , an individual who can work autonomously and under pressure •Solid computer skills across MS including PPT. Word. Excel and Outlook •Diplomacy and negotiation skills: A compliance officer is constantly having difficult conversations. Managing to resolve problems through win/win scenarios is essential to being successful in the profession. So… What makes us different? We reward high performance - 75% of our Leadership Team have been promoted from within our company. Realising and unleashing the potential within ensures our tribe of people are the linchpin to our success. Alongside highly competitive base salaries and market leading commission structure we also offer the following: Wellbeing - Up to 27 days' annual leave, with additional leave for those with 5+ and 10+ years' service. Plus, an additional day off for our birthday! Social Value - We offer up to 6 volunteer days a year & we also plant a tree for each new starter within the business. Reward - Also, we celebrate success through monthly Fun Fridays and our annual Summer Party. Health - Access to our EAP Programme Learning & Development - We tailor and develop specific training plans for your career progression. Access to World Class Sales Training Family -We also contribute to Paternity & Maternity leave. TTM Healthcare Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Catering Assistant
Location: The post holder will be based at the Erne Campus, Enniskillen. However, it is anticipated that travel to other sites may be required. Overview of Role Main Duties and Responsibilities To work on a busy hot and cold deli counter, serving food and preparation of ingredients. To monitor and action appropriately food records, hygiene records, equipment and waste. To communicate well with staff and students, recommending foods and assisting customers with their choices. To undertake cleaning duties associated with service and related equipment and or furniture maintaining excellent standards of hygiene. Working within a team to present and serve food. To advise the Lead Catering Assistant on stock levels, carrying out stock rotation and replenishment as necessary. To ensure the correct storage of food items and equipment after service. Other duties assigned by the Estates Manager or Lead Catering Assistant from time to time to ensure the smooth running of the service. General Responsibilities The post holder is expected: To promote and raise the profile of the College and the services it provides to the local business and civic community. To promote and actively contribute to the College’s Mission, Vision and Values. To fully comply with and actively promote College policies and procedures. Within the context of the post, ensure full compliance with College Health and Safety requirements. To comply with and actively promote College policies and procedures on all aspects of Equality. To participate in staff training and development activities to update and enhance own knowledge, skills and professional competence needed to carry out the role effectively. This job description is intended to indicate the broad range of responsibilities and requirements of the post. It is neither exhaustive nor prescriptive. It is anticipated that the post holder will assume additional responsibilities as and when new projects and or areas of focus for the College develop. The College reserves the right, in consultation with the post holder, to amend the job description to meet the changing needs of the College. Person Specification Each aspect of the criteria indicated below should be addressed in full on your application form in the Shortlisting Boxes. You must demonstrate in the essential and desirable criterion boxes how you feel you satisfy each of the criteria. The onus is on you, as the applicant, to fully complete this section. If you do not, the selection panel may have insufficient information to shortlist you. Information you provide elsewhere in your application will only be referred to by the selection panel to clarify what you have provided in the criterion boxes. In demonstrating how you feel you meet the criteria, it is not sufficient to make simple statements such as “Yes” or “Yes I meet this criterion” or to refer the panel to another section of the application form. In the event of an excessive number of applications, the College reserves the right to enhance shortlisting criteria. Qualifications and Experience GCSE English Language and Maths (Grade A to C) or equivalent qualifications, or the willingness to work towards the achievement of these qualifications. Food Safety and Allergen Qualifications or willingness to undertake these qualifications within 3 months of appointment. 1 year experience working in a hospitality or customer service environment with food service duties. Skills and Capabilities Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work alone and unsupervised. General Have access to a form of transport that enables you to carry out the duties of the post. Terms and Conditions Salary: Band 2 points 3 to 4 (£13.21 to £13.42 per hour) Contract Type: Permanent Hours of work: 32 hours per week (Term Time) Location: Our campuses are located in Dungannon, Cookstown, Omagh and Enniskillen. The location of the post holder will be at the Erne Campus, Enniskillen. Holiday Entitlement: 12 public holidays plus 23 days rising to 29 days after 5 years continuous service. Pension: In accordance with NJC terms and conditions, the post holder will automatically be enrolled in the NILGOSC pension scheme which offers a range of benefits commensurate with public sector pension schemes. Other benefits: Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Staff Wellbeing Programme, Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes, Benenden Healthcare, Occupational maternity, paternity and adoption leave, carers leave, flexible working, hybrid working, training and development.
