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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
Deputy Chief Executive/director Of Clinical & Operational Services
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following post: Deputy Chief Executive/Director of Clinical & Operational Services Permanent, Whole Time & Pensionable We encourage you to find out more about the role and the team. Further information and Informal enquiries to: Ms. Emer Martin, CEO Email: ceo@stjohnshospital.ie Applications forms can be accessed on https://www.stjohnshospital.ie/jobs/ Applications must be completed online through the digital application form. Applicants will be shortlisted based on information supplied in their application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in the Human Resources Department before the closing date. Applicants may be shortlisted based on information supplied in their application . St. John’s Hospital is an equal opportunities employer
Occupational Therapist
CORLANN LIMERICK Applications are invited for the following position: Occupational Therapist – Staff Grade 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Leave Cover) Location: Limerick Candidates for appointment must: 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience: (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU AND (ii) Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office AND (iii) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. 2. Annual Registration: (i) On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU AND (ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC). 3. Health: Candidates for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 4. Character: Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Desirable Informal Enquiries: Sarah Murray, Senior Occupational Therapist, 087 0604822 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms is Friday 10th April 2026. Short listing of applications may apply. Panels may be formed as a result of the interview process. Candidates who are placed on a panel will be considered for subsequent vacancies for a period of up to one year for this grade. These vacancies could be for permanent, part time, relief hours, fixed term or temporary positions. Corlann is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Clinical Nurse Manager - Nursing & Midwifery Workforce Planning
Job Description Clinical Nurse Manager 3 - Nursing & Midwifery Workforce Planning (Grade Code: 233X ) Location of Post HSE Mid West FFS An Íarthar Láir There is currently one permanent / whole-time vacancy available in the HSE Mid West Acute Services. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Clinical Nurse Manager 3 – Nursing & Midwifery Workforce Planning from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. HSE Mid West Hospitals have implemented a Tobacco Free Campus Policy. Smoking and Vaping is strictly prohibited. Informal Enquires We welcome enquiries about the role. Ms.Mary Dalton, Assistant Director of Nursing, Nursing & Midwifery Workforce Planning, HSE Mid West Acute Services Email: maryfrances.dalton@hse.ie Tel: 087-2594960 Contact UHLRecruitment@hse.ie for enquiries relating to the recruitment process.
Clinical Nurse Specialist, Tissue Viability
Job Description Clinical Nurse Specialist – Tissue Viability (Supplementary Panel) Altra Speceisialtóir Cliniciúil (Grade Code: 2632) Location of Post HSE Mid-West Acute Hospitals – University Hospital Limerick There is currently one permanent, part-time vacancy available in University Hospital Limerick. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Clinical Nurse Specialist – Tissue Viability, HSE Mid West from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. HSE Mid West have implemented a Tobacco Free Campus Policy. Smoking and Vaping is strictly prohibited. Informal Enquires We welcome enquiries about this post: Ms. Jean Sheehan, Assistant Director of Nursing, Peri-Op Directorate, University Hospital Limerick Mobile:087-6231504 Email: jean.sheehan1@hse.ie Contact UHLRecruitment@hse.ie for enquiries relating to the recruitment process.
Clinical Nurse Manager, Resuscitation Training Officer, Sepsis & Early Warning Systems
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following post: Clinical Nurse Manager 2 Resuscitation Training Officer Sepsis & Early Warning Systems The appointment is part-time (0.5 WTE) 19.5 hours per week, Permanent and pensionable. The successful candidate will be responsible for the planning, organisation and implementation of training of Basic and Advanced Resuscitation, Early warning systems, ISBAR and Sepsis for all appropriate personnel within the area. This will include Nurses, Doctors, Healthcare Assistants, and all Allied Healthcare Professionals and any other hospital staff who wish to have training. The CNM2 Resuscitation Training Officer- Sepsis & Early Warning Systems will assist in promoting the importance of the national deteriorating program and resuscitation throughout the hospital and supporting staff to be competent and up to date in their skills. We encourage you to find out more about the role. For informal enquiries please contact Assistant Director of Nursing via email: adon@stjohnshospital.ie Applications must be completed online through the digital application form. Applicants will be shortlisted based on information supplied in their application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in the Human Resources Department before the closing date. Applicants may be shortlisted based on information supplied in their application . St. John’s Hospital is an equal opportunities employer
Support Worker
Corlann Applications are invited for the following positions across our services SUPPORT WORKER - West Limerick Permanent Full Time and Part Time Contracts Available Work Locations: West Limerick (Newcastle West/Abbeyfeale, Liosmor) Care Assistant Intellectual Disability 13-point scale €34,536 - €47,954 (pro-rata) Panels will be formed as a result of the interview process. Candidates who are placed on a panel will be considered for subsequent permanent, fixed term and Specified Purpose vacancies for a period of up to one year. Working with Corlann Working with us means you will be joining an organisation that supports people with intellectual disabilities to be valued citizens in their local community, to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We require bright ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with persons with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as normal and enjoyable a life as possible. In return for this dedication and commitment we offer the following: · Competitive Rates of Pay · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Flexible Working Hours · Full Training provided · Full & Part-Time Work · Career Progression · Sick Leave · Employee Assistance Programs The role of a Support Worker Support Workers provide a key-working caring role for a group of People Supported by the Services. This role comprises two main elements. Firstly the Support Worker is responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being. Secondly, a major focus of the Support Worker role is to assist and support People Supported by the Services with development on Individual Plan's and achievement of associated outcomes. In addition, a critical component of this role is to support People Supported by the Services in community participation and integration All applicants are required to : · Have a minimum QQI Level 5 qualification in an appropriate or relevant field · Hold a full manual driving license which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish roads Corlann is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Enhanced Staff Nurse
Corlann Applications are invited for the following positions across our services STAFF NURSE/ENHANCED NURSE Permanent Full Time Contracts Available Work Locations: Liosmor, Co. Limerick Staff Nurse 13-point scale € 37,788- € 56,032 (pro-rata) Enhanced Nurse (ID) 11-point scale €44,811 to €57,846 (pro-rata) Vacancies are currently available in the locations set out above. Panels will be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Working with Corlann Working with us means you will be joining an organisation that supports people with intellectual disabilities to be valued citizens in their local community, to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We require bright ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with persons with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as normal and enjoyable a life as possible. In return for this dedication and commitment we offer the following: · Competitive Rates of Pay · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Flexible Working Hours · Full Training provided · Full & Part-Time Work · Career Progression · Sick Leave · Employee Assistance Programs The role of a Staff Nurse The Staff Nurse will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care to the highest professional and ethical standards within the model of nursing care practiced in the relevant care setting. The Staff Nurse will provide complete, person centered care, promoting optimum independence and enhancing the quality of life for people supported by the service. You will assist in all aspects of the practical tasks associated with the daily life of the person supported. Corlann promotes interdisciplinary working and you will have the opportunity to work closely with professional colleagues to provide a range of specialist care services. · Applicants must be on the current register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland · Hold a full manual driving license which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish roads. Corlann is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Day Activity Facilitator, Services
Corlann Limerick Applications are invited for the following positions Day Activities Facilitator - West Limerick Services Location: West Limerick (Newcastle West / Abbeyfeale, Liosmor, Askeaton) Permanent Full Time, part time and fixed term contracts available. Positions are availbale in Autism specific units as well as general ID services Basic Instructor 13-point scale €35,932 - €51,887 (pro-rata) There will be a supplementary panel formed for all Day Activity Facilitator posts within Corlann Limerick from which current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full time or part time duration may be filled. Working with Corlann Working with us means you will be joining an organisation that supports people with intellectual disabilities to be valued citizens in their local community, to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We require bright ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with persons with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as normal and enjoyable a life as possible. In return for this dedication and commitment we offer the following: · Competitive Rates of Pay · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Flexible Working Hours · Full Training provided · Full & Part-Time Work · Career Progression · Sick Leave · Employee Assistance Programs The role of an Instructor You will work as a member of a team and will participate in the development and implementation of appropriate programmes suitable to the individual needs and abilities of people supported by the services. The prime consideration at all times must be for the welfare and wellbeing of the service user. This position requires a high degree of professionalism. You must have the ability to work with people who have a learning disability and must believe that that person has the right to live and participate in the community equally with other people. The position requires competence in conflict resolution and the ability to understand and empower people with sometimes quite divergent points of view. Essential Closing date for receipt of completed applications is Monday 12th April 2026 Corlann is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Social Care Worker
Corlann Applications are invited for the following positions Social Care Workers Location: West Limerick (Newcastle West / Abbeyfeale, Liosmor, Askeaton) Permanent Posts Social Care Worker 12-point scale €40,851- € 57,217 (pro-rata) Working with Corlann Ireland Working with us means you will be joining an organisation that supports people with intellectual disabilities to be valued citizens in their local community, to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We require bright ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with persons with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as normal and enjoyable a life as possible. In return for this dedication and commitment we offer the following: · Competitive Rates of Pay · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Flexible Working Hours · Full Training provided · Full & Part-Time Work · Career Progression · Sick Leave · Employee Assistance Programs The role of a Social Care Worker Social Care Workers fulfil a key worker supportive and advocative role for individuals supported by the service. The Social Care Worker 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 at all times. You will assist in all aspects of the practical tasks associated with the daily life of the person supported. The Social Care Worker will assist and support people who use the service with development of their individual person centred plans 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 encourage positive risk taking in leading to informed choices. Qualifications: Hold a recognised qualification and have eligibility to register as a Social Care Worker according to CORU registration requirements. Essential: · Hold a full manual driving license which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish roads -Experience in working with individuals with behaviours that challenge is desirable The post is to provide an individualised service to a person supported. Closing date for receipt of completed application forms is Friday 10th April 2026 Corlann is an Equal Opportunities Employer
