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Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland Vacancies: Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts YAP Ireland is continuously recruiting male and female Advocates to work within their local communities, supporting children, young people and families to achieve their goals. We invite applicants from all areas of Dublin (including West Wicklow & Kildare) area to apply using the following codes: - Job Ref code: NEAST0926 Louth, Meath, Cavan & Monaghan WES0926 – Midlands(Laois, Offaly, Longford etc), Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon YAP Advocates come from all walks of life and make a huge difference to the lives of Young People and Families. The young people we work with come from diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. We welcome applicants with first hand work / life experience of the issues facing these young people and their families including Roma and Travellers. We provide training and experience that creates opportunities for Advocates to become skilled at working with young people and families within their community in a strengths-based way. Please Note: If you are not in these area’s but you’re still interested in working as an Advocate, please fill out the application form and someone will contact you when we are recruiting in your area. Youth Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts – Person Spec and Job Description The Youth Advocate reports to a Team Leader. This post requires working within the YAP strengths-based model, to provide 1:1 support for vulnerable young people and their families and to support them in their home and local communities so that they can achieve their goals. YAP Ireland provides a strengths-based, needs led service for 6-12 months to children, young people and families who are struggling with a range of issues in their lives. You will work intensively with them to achieve positive change and meet their goals. 1. Responsibilities and Tasks: 1. To deliver a 1:1 service to young people and families under the supervision and support of the Team Leader. 2. Together with the Team Leader to build a positive, supportive working relationship with the young person and their family using the YAP strengths-based model to help them achieve their goals. 3. Together with the Team Leader, to develop a plan of work (Individualised Service Plan) to focus on the abilities, strengths and needs of the young person and their families. 4. To carry out day to day work with the young person and family, addressing their needs as outlined in the ISP. This may involve supporting the young person to participate in appropriate education, accessing appropriate services or finding community activities to link the young person into. 5. To promote, enable and empower the young person and families voice to be heard and ensure they have a voice in their service/life/community. This includes activity groups, participation and consultation groups. 6.Together with the Team Leader, to adopt a Wraparound approach that will bring together those key people and services who can offer support to the young person and family during and after the YAP Service. 7. To identify and evaluate the changing needs and interests of the child/young person as the relationship progresses and to adapt the service accordingly. 8. To understand the Health and Safety policies required for all activities with young people including any specific medical history, medications and specific special needs and/or diagnosis. 9. To complete in a timely and accurate manner the required weekly paperwork and to submit to the line manager by the agreed deadlines. 10. To be familiar with all Yap’s current policies and procedures, especially in the areas of Child Protection, Confidentiality and On-Call and to work within those in a professional manner. 11. To attend staff development, training and supervisory sessions as scheduled. This will include regular supervision. Some training courses are mandatory and advocates will be required to attend this training. 12. To undertake other duties as appropriate. Advocate Person Specification Experience Essential Life Experience relevant to young people and families e.g. raising children, child minding, sports coaching, community work, volunteering, youth club or lived experience of overcoming the challenges facing young people and families. Non-essential 3 months experience of working / volunteering within a youth work, family support or community setting Skills Essential A positive attitude towards children and young people and an ability to work from a strengths based perspective, be non-judgemental and creative. A knowledge/understanding of issues affecting young people. Good communication skills Good time management and organisational skills Basic computer skills Ability to write reports on work undertaken Full Driving Licence and own transport. What we offer:
Chef De Partie
Full-Time Chef de Partie Required. Employer and Employment Location: Pak Village Chinese Restaurant, Market Street, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny. Work Includes: Preparing Chinese cuisine food items and meal components at your station. Manage oriental ingredients that should be frequently available on a daily basis. Cooking a specific portion of each plated Chinese meal. Assisting with marinating, cutting and precooking Asian cuisine foods. Following directions provided by the head chef. Stocktaking and ordering supplies for your station. Suggest new rules and procedures for optimizing the cooking process. Required: 3+ years previous relevant experience. Minimum Annual Salary: €37,024 Working Hours: 40 hours/week, hourly rate 17.80 euros. AD PUBLISHED: FROM 03RD JULY 2026 - 31ST JULY 2026
Barstaff - Majorca, Spain - Immediate Start - Accommodation Provided
Job Title: Barstaff - Majorca, Spain - Immediate Start - Accommodation provided. Details: Barstaff for a busy night time opening tourist bar in Alcudia, Majorca, Spain. Must be good with people, talkative and a reliable worker. Must be available for immediate start. Wage and accommodation provided. Applications via WhatsApp preferred: +34 618 762 827
Mystery Shoppers
Mystery Shoppers - Required Nationwide! Looking to earn an extra income? Would you like to earn cash while you shop? Customer Perceptions are recruiting Mystery Shoppers across Ireland. Flexible working hours are available to suit your needs. All you need is: ✅ Good observational skills ✅ The ability to recognise outstanding customer service ✅ A strong grasp of written and spoken English Click Apply Now to submit your application today! Don't have a current CV? No worries - Just click Apply Now and upload your letter of introduction through the cv section OR Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates section and build your CV today! 🛑 IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE WITHIN 4 WORKING DAYS OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR SPAM OR JUNK FOLDER 🛑
Human Resources Administrator
Overview of role: UPMC Ireland is currently seeking to recruit an experienced HR Administrator based in Waterford 2 days per week, Kilkenny 2 days and 1 Working from Home day per week, who will provide HR administration services centrally to the HR Department. This role will support all sites, ensuring the smooth running of the department is an organised and efficient manner. As a valued member of the HR team, you will be accountable for a range of duties which will help to enhance the employee experience. Your main administrative duties include recruitment onboarding, maintaining employee records, supporting the HR Business Partner team with managing absences, managing HR documents to audit standards and updating internal HR systems. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain and update employee records ensuring accuracy. Preparing contracts of employment for new starters. Processing Garda Vetting, background checks, credential checks, reference checks and applying for work permits as required. Ensure that employees are scheduled for induction to their role. Be the first point of contact for a HR related queries. Escalate these HR queries to the HR Business Partner as required. Take ownership of employee files ensuring all are audit and legal compliant. Be responsible for preparing reports from the HRIS for example starters and leavers, sick leave, headcount. Tracking and recording changes to terms and conditions and updating the HRIS and T&A system. ensure that the HRIS and T&A system are always fully accurate and kept up to date. File as you go. Represent HR at interdepartmental meetings were required. Assist in data consolidation for audits and accreditation. Assist in payroll processing, verifying records where required. Support the co-ordination of employee recognition programmes and initiatives. Co-ordination of all training records within the hospital to ensure mandatory training is up to date and recorded in each employee personnel file. Undertake other ad hoc duties as required. Qualifications & Experience: Have a minimum of 2 years' experience working in a busy HR department. Possess a relevant HR qualification and be CIPD qualified, or working towards same. Proficient in IT systems, in particular MS Word, MS Teams, Outlook and PowerPoint with the ability to present data in a visual and creative way. Excellent organisational skills with a growth mindset. Process the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality in all aspects of the role. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills together with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Have excellent attention to detail and ability to work on own initiative. This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility. As UPMC and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the business. Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues. Benefits – Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66. Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme. Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments. Development and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
Sales Advisor
Carraig Donn have an opportunity for a Part Time Sales Advisor , to join the team in MacDonagh Junction S/C, Co. Kilkenny. The successful candidates will be hard working, reliable, and enjoy working as part of a friendly productive team in a busy & fastpaced retail environment. Become a part of our team. The Company: Carraig Donn is Ireland’s premier lifestyle retailer of Ladies Fashion, Jewellery, and Gifts, which was established in 1965. At Carraig Donn, we are inspired by our long history as an Irish retailer, and we draw on our heritage as we consistently innovate and evolve to remain relevant and attractive to our extensive customer base. At Carraig Donn, the customer is central to our success, and we pride ourselves on providing genuine, honest customer service and an excellent retail experience. Our team of experienced buyers strive to bring our customers quality products at affordable prices, through our extensive collection of brands that are unique and exclusive to Carraig Donn. Our aim is to build positive, lasting relationships by providing customers with the right products at the right time, both at the store level and on our online platform. Carraig Donn is 100% Irish owned and operated with over 500 people employed across our Head Office and network of 42 retail stores. Our Head Office, Warehouse, and eCommerce operations are all conducted from our home in Westport, Co. Mayo. Carraig Donn is continuing to grow year on year, with an exciting 10year expansion plan and a neverstandingstill approach. The Role: This is a sales role which will suit a vibrant, outgoing individual who is passionate about helping customers and working as part of a well organised team. As a sales advisor, you will actively support the store team with daily tasks including customer service, till operations, stock replenishment, processing deliveries and merchandising. Carraig Donn Sales Advisors are required to display awareness of Store sales targets and KPI’s, driving sales through conversion, linkselling and upselling. Your focus will be to provide customers with friendly, helpful and professional assistance in all areas of our store. We ensure customers’ needs are met and exceeded through excellent product knowledge. A genuine interest in giving advice and assistance is an important attribute of a team member at Carraig Donn. Successful candidate: • Will possess excellent customer service skills. • Will have great communication and interpersonal skills. • Will be genuinely passionate about our products • Will be selfmotivated, friendly and helpful with a positive cando attitude. Part time, fixed term position of Sales Advisor until 31st December 2026. 1x 3-6 & 1x 11-16 hour contracts available. Candidates would need full flexibility and would need to be available during weekdays and weekends While training will be provided, please note previous retail experience is desirable (Experience with regard to Fashion, Jewellery or Giftware will be an advantage). What We Offer: Career Advancement Opportunities: Grow your career with us. Join a team of industry professionals dedicated to your success. Take advantage of our culture of mentorship and development as you progress within our organisation. Paid apprenticeships allowing you to achieve level 6 certification Supportive and Inclusive Work Environment: At Carraig Donn, we foster a culture of collaboration and respect. Join a diverse team of talented individuals who are passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences. Continuous Learning and Development: We invest in our employees' growth and development. Access a variety of learning resources, training programs, and workshops to enhance your skills and knowledge. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package including a competitive salary, and access to a health and wellbeing support plan. Employee Discounts and Perks: As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy generous staff discounts on our exclusive product range. Take advantage of our employee referral scheme and other exciting perks. Health and Wellbeing Initiatives : Your health and wellbeing are important to us. Benefit from initiatives such as our biketowork scheme and access to our Employee Assistance programme, as well as our employee platform offering mindfulness resources, lifestyle savings, and more. Join Carraig Donn and become part of a team that values your talent and dedication. Experience the rewards of working for Ireland's premier lifestyle retailer as you embark on a fulfilling career journey with us. Apply now to seize this exciting opportunity!
Customer Engagement Advisor
Are you driven by great conversations, meaningful customer interactions, and achieving results? Do you enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment where no two days are the same—and where your development genuinely matters? If so, we’d love to hear from you. At Vhi, we are always interested in connecting with talented individuals who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service. While we may not have immediate opportunities available, we are looking to build a strong talent pipeline for future roles within our Consumer Sales and Customer Care teams. These teams play a key role in supporting customers with their private health insurance needs, handling inbound enquiries from new and existing customers, and providing expert guidance across a wide range of health insurance products. By joining our talent community, you'll be among the first to be considered as suitable opportunities arise Once you’ve completed onboarding, you’ll unlock exciting opportunities to expand your skillset across Sales, Email, and Live Chat, giving you variety, growth, and long‑term career potential. 📍 Training: Fully on‑site 🏠 After training: Flexible hybrid and on‑site working model What we offer As a member of the Vhi team, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: Competitive salary with an annual bonus Membership of DC pension scheme Health insurance for you and your family Income protection in the event of illness Hybrid working model Ongoing training and development Onsite restaurant and free parking Sports and social club APA Qualifications paid for along with support and training provided during the exam cycle. What will you do Answer inbound calls from new and existing customers Provide high‑quality sales and customer service support Build trust, rapport, and engaging customer relationships Identify customer needs and recommend suitable health insurance options Manage inbound sales enquiries, including new business and policy renewals Meet individual targets while maintaining excellent service standards Accurately use multiple IT systems in a fast‑paced environment Work collaboratively with team members and internal departments Work one Saturday in every four, across a range of shift patterns What will you need to be successful 🎓 Education & Experience A third‑level qualification or 1–2 years’ experience in a sales or customer service role APA (CIP or Dip PMI) qualification, or willingness to complete it Strong IT skills and confidence working across multiple systems 🤝 Skills & Attributes Customer‑focused with a passion for sales and service excellence Comfortable working in a target‑driven, fast‑paced environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English Resilient and confident when handling complex customer queries Strong attention to detail and accuracy Self‑motivated, flexible, and a team player Demonstrated alignment with Vhi Values Ready to start your journey? Apply now. This is a CF3, CF4 & CF5 role in line with central bank requirements. Sustainability At Vhi, we believe that the health of people and the health of the planet are interconnected. That’s why we’re on a journey towards an integrated model of healthcare that puts people and the planet at its heart. Our Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility At Vhi, we are on a continuous journey to build an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations at every stage of the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities, neurodivergence, or medical conditions. If you require an accommodation, please contact recruitment@vhi.ie, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch via email. Any information you provide will be treated confidentially within the recruitment team and used solely for the purpose of determining and providing appropriate accommodations during the application and recruitment process. Vhi is an equal opportunities employer
Business Support Manager
Job Objectives Main Duties and Responsibilities: • To manage the interface with the Area Manager’s Office and the various services within the area with a view to facilitating good communication and understanding the respective roles. • To manage the interface between the Area Manager’ Office and the management team and to provide a high level of administrative support as required. • To help establish and maintain links between TUSLA and HSE colleagues to support service delivery. • Take special responsibility for meeting deadlines for internal and external communications including HIQA. • To support the Area Manager in his/her lead roles across the service area and nationally which includes setting and delivering strategic objectives as required. • Promote and participate in the implementation of any change management programme. • Responsible for day to day management/ overseeing of administrative support staff in the area. • Responsible for the financial arrangements and regulations required to manage and oversee the Area’s commissioning processes, service level agreements and C&AG audits. • Responsible in supporting the commissioners for compliance, governance, ensuring contracts and Service Level Agreements’s in place, Bi Annual Metrics and attending Service Level Agreement Review Meetings. • Management of Capital and Minor projects and maintenance of premises in conjunction with Estates and service managers. • Management of Area Estates and ancillary functions. • Provide support regarding Estates, ICT, Procurement and Capital Developments as required. • Co-ordination and preparation for statutory inspections in conjunction with the social work teams In line with HIQA’s Child Protection &Welfare & foster care standards. • Ability to work on one’s own initiative. • Responsible for coordinating all PQ’s and public representative requests received within the region and providing a regional oversight to all responses issued and liaise with the national office as appropriate. • Work with the Area’s Quality, Risk & Service Improvement Manager to progress the agenda within the region. • Assist in the management and have oversight of the areas compliance with Health and Safety Legislation. • To create a positive working environment, which contributes to maintaining and enhancing effective working relationships. • Undertake projects as delegated by the Area Manager. • Assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of service plans. • Keep up to date with policy and legislative developments relevant to the post. Education & Training • Maintain standards of practice and levels of professional knowledge by participating in continuous professional development initiatives and attendance at courses as appropriate. • Engage in career and professional development planning. • Oversee the provision of a framework for the promotion of staff development and training by making recommendations with regard to the ongoing education, mentoring, training and in-service needs of the inspection and monitoring team Human Resources • Ensure policies and procedures are well documented and understood by staff within your section who are assigned to you. • Support the preparation and issuing of office documentation (correspondence, reports etc) to the highest possible standard by monitoring and reviewing team work to ensure quality and accuracy. • To promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace. • To provide assist with leadership and motivation conducive to good staff relations and work performance. • Where appropriate establish and maintain records of attendance, statistical information, annual returns, and any other information as may be requested. • Work as part of a team and to ensure that all members are treated with dignity and respect. • Participate in the recruitment, retention and development of staff including training and continual assessment. Health & Safety • Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care and comply with associated Tusla – Child and Family Agency 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. 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. Skills Requirement Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: • Have at least 3 years’ administrative experience in a designated office within the services mentioned above. and • Have at least 3 years’ management experience – managing staff, budgets and general administration. and • Possess sufficient administrative capacity to discharge the functions of the role. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Store Manager
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the store operates efficiently and effectively and that all our employees provide our customers with the best customer service and fresh food offering at all times. Deliver key store targets (sales and profitability) through effective management of people and operations. The ideal candidate will have/be: Minimum 2 years€,, experience in a relevant retail management position An understanding of how to achieve KPIs and targets Strong knowledge and experience of reading and actioning reports Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) Excellent communication skills Good delegation skills Highly driven with a strong work ethic Passion for grocery retail Thrive in a fast-paced working environment. Main Duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Oversee and ensure the smooth running of the store Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Owner Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store Manage employee rostering and annual leave and maintain accurate and secure records Engage with the Store Owner on a regular basis Ensure merchandising and presentation of entire store is of the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant store planograms and guidelines Develop and promote good communication between employees and management in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment; Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Sr Tax Manager
Senior Tax Manager Glanbia plc Join this dynamic team focused on delivering better nutrition for every step of life’s journey The Opportunity Glanbia plc is currently seeking to recruit a Senior Tax Manager to its Group Tax Department, based in Head office, Kilkenny OR at Citywest, Dublin 24. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity. Reporting to the Head of Tax, the successful candidate will play a leading role in supporting the Group's financing arrangements, tax reporting and corporate restructuring activities. The role involves working directly with senior stakeholders across the organisation and offers an opportunity to manage a broad range of complex tax matters across the Group. Working closely with colleagues in the Group Tax team and in Finance, Treasury, Legal, Group Secretariat and Corporate Development, the successful candidate will take primary responsibility for the tax aspects of the Group's financing structures, legal entity reorganisations and compliance projects. The role will also involve leading key elements of the Group's tax reporting and forecasting processes, supporting acquisitions and business transformation initiatives, and helping to ensure compliance with evolving Irish and international tax requirements, including Pillar Two. The successful candidate will support the Head of Tax in evaluating strategic tax initiatives while taking a lead role in the execution of significant tax and corporate transactions. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to commercially important projects, work closely with senior management and play a key role in the continued development of Group Tax’s agenda and the wider Glanbia strategic ambition. Key Responsibilities include: Where and how you will work The opportunity will be based in Kilkenny OR Citywest, Dublin 24 with hybrid working arrangements available which offer you a greater choice in how you work and live, giving you a better work-life balance. CLOSING DATE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS - COB Friday 24th July 2026 What we would like to offer you! The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and acompetitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary. About Glanbia Glanbia is a better nutrition company with three divisions: Performance Nutrition, Health & Nutrition and Dairy Nutrition. Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 5800 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading brands and ingredients in more than 100 countries worldwide At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a variety of candidates, we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. At Glanbia, our culture celebrates individuality, knowing that together we are more.
