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Overview The GIS Technician is an entry-level position. The successful candidate will work within the GIS team, which is one of the key teams within Mallon Technology. The main purpose of the role will be to carry out core GIS tasks and project work including data capture, image interpretation and reporting. This is a remote/hybrid position. Successful candidates will be expected to be able to manage their workload and communicate effectively using online platforms, such as Teams, Outlook, Microsoft 365. Duties and responsibilities Eligibility Applicants must have current and valid permission to live and work in the Republic of Ireland, at the time of application. As this is an urgent role, the successful candidate must be available to start within 28 days of offer. Mallon Technology is an Equal Opportunities employer All personal data provided will be processed in line with Mallon Technology’s Data Protection Policy and used solely for the purpose of this recruitment process.
Sales Assistant
Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 2,700+ shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. To achieve this, we are currently recruiting for a Part Time Sales Assistant for our Waterford store. What you will do: Customer Engagement – Provide exceptional customer service by offering knowledgeable guidance on products, fostering positive interactions to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty while effectively promoting all Fressnapf|Maxi Zoo products. Brand Integrity - Achieve targets keeping the pets needs at the forefront of everything we do. Ensuring that the animals entrusted to us are well cared for at all times, and that the welfare of the animal comes first. Merchandise and Inventory - Curate an enticing shopping experience for all pet parents with impeccably stocked shelves withfull product availability on the shelves in order to minimise inventory discrepancies, maintain high inventory quality. Personal Development - Proactively engage in personal and professional development, in consultation with the store manager, while adhering to specified staff training timelines. What you will bring: Flexibility to work across the week and need to be available to work mornings, evenings, weekends and national public holidays Strong communication skills and open behaviour towards customers Friendly and personable demeanour Joy and fun in selling Passion for animals Previous experience in similar environment is desirable Why join us? Service pay - Higher rate of pay from when you reach 12 months service Certified with GREAT PLACE TO WORK Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon Paid leave - Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays, maternity/paternity leave Refer a friend scheme Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. Community -A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals Educational opportunities - Continuous learning through our induction plan, e-learning academy, classroom training environment and development plans. Opportunity to enrolled in our company provided advanced pet knowledge programme. Employee assistance programme Cycle to work Scheme Free Uniform
Store Manager
Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 1,700+ shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has over 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland is driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. To achieve this, we work hard, accept responsibility and seek every opportunity to learn about pets and customers. We are currently recruiting for a Fixed Term Store Manager in our Naas Store. The Store Manager is a leader who is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of their store, making sure it runs smoothly and effectively. The Store Manager reports to the District Manager, and together they provide a smooth and profitable operation by driving revenue and managing costs while creating a culture based on the highest quality pet care and exceptional customer service. What you will do: · Operational Store Excellence - Drive operational excellence in your store by ensuring adherence to store processes andguidelines within the framework of the Corporate Centre Standards. Utilise operational store analytics to optimize efficiency, streamline processes, and drive informed decision-making for enhanced store performance. · Operational Store Analytics – Exceed company KPI’s, Cash & Stock Management Audit, management of store personnel costs and sales performance. · Leadership - Empower your team's growth and success through supportive leadership, training, and a culture of trust and respect. Champion engagement and continuous learning, ensuring every team member thrives and contributes to our shared success. · Merchandise and Inventory - Curate an enticing shopping experience with impeccable availability, planogram implementation and ensuring accurate inventory management. · Customer Engagement - Driving customer engagement through exemplary service, while ensuring the entire team upholds the standard. · Brand Integrity - Ensuring that the animals entrusted to us are well cared for at all times, and that the welfare of the animal comes first. What you will bring: · Proven successful experience as a retail Store Manager · Proven track record in achieving KPI’s · Powerful leadership skills and business acumen · Strong customer service and organisational skills · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills What we offer : · Competitive Salary · Certified with GREAT PLACE TO WORK · Store Manager KPI based bonus · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores and 20% in our Salon · Paid leave- Sick leave, annual leave and bank holidays, maternity/paternity leave · Refer a friend scheme · Advancement Opportunities – At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · Community- A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Educational Opportunities -you will get great training in store, through our training programs, and through company-wide training & meetings. We also provide further management training to give you the key skills to be able to motivate/engage your store team and take your career to the next level. · Annual leave - starting at 21 days and rising to 23 days at year 6. · We are closed St. Stephen’s day and Christmas Day · Cycle to work Scheme · Free Uniform
Community Nurse
JOB ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: COMMUNITY NURSE AVISTA COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL SERVICES NORTH TIPPERARY/SOUTH OFFALY PERMANENT FULL TIME (Monday – Friday) Salary: € 36,919-€ 54,928* (LSI) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. REF: 79269 Essential: · Have up to date NMBI Registration. · Full clean Irish manual driving licence. Desirable: · Intellectual Disability Nurse Registration (RNID). · Knowledge of a person-centred planning and an awareness of new directions. Interested applicants must demonstrate the following: · To adopt a holistic and person centre approach to your role to ensure people are supported to live their best live and develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning. Level 1 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework as set out in the job description. Why work with us? Please submit a CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to CNM3 email: Josephine.cleary@avistaclg.ie or Sandra.odoherty@avista.clg.ie or grainne.mahon@avistaclg.ie Tel: 0505 22046 Closing date for receipt of applications: 19thMay 2025 Interviews will take place 28thMay 2025 A panel may be formed from which current and future positions may be filled across the North Tipperary/South Offaly service. Avista reserves the right to close the completion early should a sufficient number of applications be received. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Night Shift Operator
Night Shift Operator - Applegreen Lusk Round Tower As a Night Shift Operator at Applegreen, you will be a crucial part of our front-line operations. If you’re looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a difference every day and build lasting relationships, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join the Applegreen family and become part of a company that values community, teamwork, our customers. What will I be doing as a Night Shift Operator at Applegreen? · Operating the shop in line with company policy throughout the night as per shop checklist. · Ensure all perimeter alarms are activated. · Ensure the site building is secure throughout the night. · Keep the shop area clean, tidy, and safe. · Provide excellent customer service. · Ensure accurate price labelling of products. · Stock rotation and shelf stacking. Why Should I join the Applegreen Team? Benefits · All colleagues are eligible for a discount, allowing exclusive discounts on Bakewell Deli foods and hot drinks. · Bike to work scheme (available after 6 months of service). · HSF Health Plans schemes for healthcare expenses including dental, optical and many more. · Wellbeing platform with micro-modules and articles to support your mental health and wellbeing. In addition, our Employee Assistance Programme is a free confidential counselling service which offers support on personal, family, work, and money matters. · Flexible schedules. · Company pension scheme. · Exclusive offers on broadband and mobile plans. · Refer a friend scheme. · Development opportunities through a variety of online and classroom-based learning delivered by inhouse and external industry experts. An Applegreen Night Shift Operator would ideally: · Have previous experience in a similar role, but its not essential. · Have a can-do attitude who has strong communication skills and enjoys interacting with customers. · Ability to work well with colleagues, contributing to a positive team environment. · Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. · Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks. INDHP
Deli Team Member
Bakewell Team Member- Applegreen Mullingar As a Bakewell Team Member at Applegreen, you will be a crucial part of our front-line operations. If you’re looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a difference every day and build lasting relationships, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join the Applegreen family and become part of a company that values community, teamwork, our customers. What will I be doing as a Bakewell Team Member at Applegreen? · Support day to day operations of the business. · Ensure shop floor is clean and tidy. · Ensure all food safety policies are met. · Food preparation. · Follow and enforce Bakewell manual training contents. · Stock control and management. · Create the best food experience possible for customers. · Work closely with management to achieve weekly and quarterly targets. Why Should I join the Applegreen Team? Benefits · All colleagues are eligible for a discount, allowing exclusive discounts on Bakewell Deli foods and hot drinks. · Bike to work scheme (available after 6 months of service). · HSF Health Plans schemes for healthcare expenses including dental, optical and many more. · Wellbeing platform with micro-modules and articles to support your mental health and wellbeing. In addition, our Employee Assistance Programme is a free confidential counselling service which offers support on personal, family, work, and money matters. · Flexible schedules. · Company pension scheme. · Exclusive offers on broadband and mobile plans. · Refer a friend scheme. · Development opportunities through a variety of online and classroom-based learning delivered by inhouse and external industry experts. An Applegreen Bakewell Team Member would ideally: · Have a can-do attitude who has strong communication skills and enjoys interacting with customers. · Ability to work well with colleagues, contributing to a positive team environment. · Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. · Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks. INDHP
First Line Risk Specialist - Capital Markets Governance
First Line Risk Specialist- Capital Markets Governance, Dublin Apply now » Date: 12 May 2025 Location: Dublin, IE, IE Company: Allied Irish Bank Location/Office Policy: Dawson Street, Dublin 2 with Hybrid Working (2 days per week in office) What is the Role: Capital Markets is an exciting, growth orientated and diversified business delivering customer focused innovative solutions and specialised products in private and public markets to the Bank’s larger customers. The Capital Markets Governance team, is part of Capital Markets Insights & Enablement and provides support to the Capital Markets business areas: Corporate Banking, Business Banking, Private Banking, Real Estate Finance, Commercial Finance, Syndicated & International Finance and Financial Solutions Group. The Capital Markets Governance team drives consistent risk management practices to enable compliance with the letter and spirit of AIB policies and to comply with all relevant regulations. It is a dynamic and professional team which engages with stakeholders across the bank. Key activities for the team include: Please click here for further information about AIB’s PACT – Our Commitment to You. Key Capabilities Technical Capabilities: Negotiation and Influence: Engages in discussion to reach an agreement and create outcomes, affecting the action, behaviours, or opinions of others. Risk Mitigation: Demonstrates understanding of specific business unit or wider organization risk exposures and approaches to mitigate. Communication: Communicates with clarity and precision in both written and verbal contexts. Presenting complex information in a concise format that is audience appropriate. Behavioural Capabilities Collaborates: - Works cooperatively with others to meet shared objectives. Eliminates Complexity: Identifies and creates clear, effective and efficient processes with focus on continuous improvements. Customer First : Establish and maintain effective customer relationships If you are not sure about your suitability based on any aspects of the role advertised, we encourage you to please contact the Recruiter for this role, Noelle Ryan at careers@aib.ie for a conversation. AIB is an equal opportunities employer, and we pride ourselves on being the first bank in Ireland to receive the Investors in Diversity Gold Standard accreditation from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. Should you have a reasonable accommodation request please email the Talent Acquisition team at careers@aib.ie Disclaimer: Unsolicited CV’s sent to AIB by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this position. AIB operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our recruitment partners. Application deadline : 26th May 2025 Job Segment: Compliance, Recruiting, Real Estate, Law, Banking, Legal, Human Resources, Sales, Finance Apply now »
HR Advisor
Mercury is the European leader in construction solutions. We build and manage complex engineering & construction projects for the world’s leading corporations. Our solutions help deliver technologies and life changing advancements that connect people, communities, and businesses, giving them the power to achieve incredible things. Our people have the courage to be innovative. Their determination and sharp focus enable us to deliver with certainty, time and time again. We deliver our clients’ visions through leading edge construction solutions across multiple sectors, including Enterprise Data Centres, Advanced Technology & Life Sciences, Hyperscale Data Centres, Fire Protection. At Mercury, it is our duty to encourage and back our people to realise their vision of themselves. We place them at the heart of what we do, providing challenging opportunities to develop within a great team in a supportive environment that allows them to reach their full potential. The Opportunity The focus of the role is multifaceted and is an important role in the HR Business Partnering Centre of Excellent (HRBP CoE). The role works to support the Strategic Business Partner and a number of HR Business Partners (HRBPs) administratively for one or more assigned Business Units with key HR functions. The other focus of this role is to act as a dedicated HR advisor to a designated Business Unit or Department and is essential in bridging the gap between HR and the Business Units through delivery of effective people and performance practices that to drive performance through the alignment of people management, business goals and company strategy. This role involves working closely with the wider HR function and will collaborate with the various CoE’s including Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, HR Policy & Governance, Global Mobility, Reward, HRIS, Payroll and Tax. Reporting to a Strategic Business Partner, this role is based in our Head Office in Sandyford, Dublin. Hybrid working model, 3 days per week in the office. Some European Travel will be required. Key Responsibilities: HR Advisory Support Mercury is an equal opportunities employer.
Arts Officer
The Position: Westmeath County Council employs over 570 staff across eight service divisions. Housing & Building; Road, Transport & Safety; Rural Water; Development Management; Environmental Protection; Recreation & Amenity; Climate Action, Agriculture & Education and Miscellaneous Services. It consists of 20 democratically elected members. The Council is mandated to deliver a diverse range of functions and services which can be broadly described under the headings of economic development, community development, provision of physical and social infrastructure, recreation and amenity services, and the enforcement of the planning and environmental regulatory framework. The Council now invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and fixed term contract posts for the position of Arts Officer will be drawn. Role: The role of the Arts Officer is to deliver on the objectives as set out in the Local Authority Arts Plan and other key strategic and policy areas and to enable people of all abilities to experience the arts. The ideal candidate must be a self-motivated person with drive, commitment and vision, willing to take on the challenge of implementing the Arts Plan and other key strategies. Candidates will be expected to possess excellent administrative, employee management, communication, interpersonal skills and budget management skills and the confidence to work independently and creatively within a complex network of relationships. The Arts Officer will have a vital role to play in maintaining the delivery of a wide range of accessible public services, offering advice, advocacy, initiation of new Arts projects and administration of grants and bursary schemes. The Arts Officer will be expected to work closely with senior management and elected members to deliver services to the highest standard. The Arts Officer will work under the direction and control of the County Librarian or other Senior Officer designated by the Chief Executive or Director of Services as appropriate. Key Duties and Responsibilities: The duties to be assigned include the following although this list is not exhaustive and may be reviewed from time to time as organisational needs require: • Advising Westmeath County Council on all matters relating to Arts/Culture including but not limited to: ▪ strategies for effective development and management of the Arts & Culture. ▪ fundraising and applying for funding from a variety of sources. ▪ the development of the arts/artists in the social, cultural and economic life of the County. ▪ the disbursement of grants under the terms of Section 12 of the 1973 Arts Act and the Arts Act 2003 ▪ Informing of any initiatives which may affect funding and/or policy developments and working towards implementation of proposals. • Managing and leading a well-motivated and focused team to deliver the Council’s arts/culture programme. • Developing and supporting Arts service staff in the implementation of programming and policy development. • Communicating, implementing and managing change within the section, • Determining nature, level and pattern of demand for services. • Devising, implementing & managing the Council’s Strategic Arts Development Plan to include on-going monitoring and measurement of implementation and impact. • Developing annual service delivery plan for the arts in line with the Corporate Plan priorities and in collaboration with the Senior Management Team having regard to available budgets. • Identifying and responding to opportunities for the arts, through liaison with a variety of Government Departments, State Agencies, European Institutions and Arts Bodies, collaborating with colleagues to progress the broader cultural and economic development remit of the Council. • Inputting into the work of Strategic Policy Committee and other local authority committees, as appropriate. • Establishing & overseeing arts/culture policies that will underpin plans for development, which will be integrated with other aspects of local authority work. • Devising proposals and responses to national & international policy documents, which will influence the development of arts/culture in the County. • Sustaining a consultative process with those involved in arts and culture in the County. • Ensuring balanced arts provision for the county, through identifying, supporting and developing the existing professional, voluntary, community and amateur arts sectors and through harnessing existing regional and national networks. • Managing and developing the Council’s Public Art policy and collection. • Consult with planners and engineers in the briefing and development of public realm projects and proposals and new housing estates and development to create a more design focused and creativity use of space • Providing information and advice to artists and the community in general on arts/culture related matters. • Developing partnerships and working relationships with others in the public and private sector including those in third level institutions/local government/other partners consistent with overall strategy for the Arts in Westmeath, and to position the arts and the interests of the Arts in Westmeath on the working agenda of such partners. • Creating strategic partnerships with a range of key institutional stakeholders and partners, • Liaising and work with local schools, wide range of community/voluntary groups and promote the inclusion of all sectors of society in participation of the arts. • Developing key metrics to better measure the impact of investment in the arts in the county • Supporting artists to create work of excellence. • Responsibility for day-to-day financial management within the section to include budget preparation, identify potential funding opportunities, preparation of funding applications, timely drawdown or recoupment of monies due to the local authority. • Delivering projects within agreed budget and deadlines. • Attending meetings and represent the local authority on internal or external committees, working groups or other fora when required. • Researching, analysing, disseminating and communicating essential information on relevant policies, procedures and legislation. • Compiling, preparing and presenting reports as necessary. • Communicating effectively with senior management. • Working to promote the sharing of information, marketing, public relations, electronic and web-based information services, and audience development • Planning and prioritising work effectively and be proactive and self-directed. • Working under pressure to tight deadlines and effectively managing conflicting demands. • Implementing all Health and Safety management systems within the local authority. • Working outside of normal office hours, i.e., at evenings and/or weekends, as required. • Any other duties which may arise in the provision of arts services, and are assigned by the Chief Executive, Director of Service or his/her appointed nominee, from time to time. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. 4. Education/Experience etc. (a) Hold primary degree (level 8 on the national framework of qualifications) or equivalent from a recognised awards authority majoring in a relevant area such as arts, arts management, visual culture, cultural studies, fine art, or the performing arts (b) Have at least five years relevant and acceptable management experience in arts management or arts policy development. (c) Have organisational and administrative experience. (d) Demonstrate an understanding of National Arts Policies, the structures and policy informing the work of Local Authorities in an arts context. (e) Have the creative and management expertise to drive the development and delivery of arts policies and the Arts Programme on a county level. It is desirable that each candidate should have: • Have a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and be willing to take on challenges. • Be highly motivated and have excellent interpersonal and communications skills. • Have an ability to foster and maintain productive working relationships within the organisation and with relevant stakeholders externally. • Be capable of working in close co-operation with the elected Council, the Strategic Policy Committees and other Council Departments. • Satisfactory knowledge and understanding of the Local Government sector in Ireland • An understanding of National Arts Policies and creative and management expertise to drive the development and delivery of Arts Policies and the Arts Programme • Take a strategic approach in the formulation and delivery of key policy objectives. • Have a career record that demonstrates a high level of competence in the management of staff, including managing performance. • Capacity to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team • Have excellent facilitation, project management and event management skills. • Have the ability to manage financial resources within a budgetary control framework. • Have effective problem solving and decision-making skills. • The ability to adapt to change. • Have the ability to manage projects. • Be able to function on own initiative. • Ability to communicate effectively across different levels within an organisation PARTICULARS OF OFFICE 1. Salary The current salary scale for the post of Arts Officer €59,417 – €77,243 (including Long Service Increments) gross per annum as per Circular EL 03/2025. Payment of increments is dependent on satisfactory performance. Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with the Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government. New Entrants to the Local Authority Service commence on the 1st point of the scale in accordance with current Government Policy as set out in Department of the Environment Circular Letter EL 02/2011 of 28th January 2011 and Circular EL 05/2016 dated 5th February 2016. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions e.g. PAYE and PRSI. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory. You agree that in the event of an overpayment of salary or other monies to you, the Council reserves the right to deduct monies from your “wages” (for the purposes of the Payment of Wages Act, 1991) for the purpose of reimbursement of the Council of the amount of the overpayment(s), in keeping with the Payment of Wages Act 1991, Section 5(5). 2. Superannuation and Retirement Membership of the Local Government Superannuation Scheme or the Single Public Service Pension Scheme is compulsory for all employees. Details of the relevant scheme will be provided to the appointee prior to appointment. A person who becomes a pensionable employee of a local authority who is liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). A person paying Class A rate of PRSI who becomes a pensionable employee of a local authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children's Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). A person who becomes a pensionable officer of a local authority who is liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of his/her superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration. A person paying Class D rate of PRSI who becomes a pensionable Officer of a local authority depending on their existing scheme, may be a member of a dependent scheme i.e. either the Local Government (Widows & Orphans Contributory Pension) Scheme or Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme and if a member of either scheme will be required in respect of this to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. Employees are admitted to the Superannuation Scheme in accordance with the terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Act, 1998 and the Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, with effect from date of appointment. This scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement and death gratuities. In order for a new entrant to the scheme to qualify for a pension, he/she must have served a minimum of two years employment in a local authority. For new entrants under the Single Public Service Pension Scheme, effective from 1st January 2013, superannuation contributions are as follows: 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration and 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sum will be based on careeraverage pay; pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contributory Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012: The compulsory retirement age for new entrants as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years. Minimum pension age of 66 years, rising to 67 years and 68 years in line with State Pension age changes, is applicable. Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004: There is no mandatory retirement age for ‘New Entrants’ from 1st April, 2004 to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. 65 years is the minimum age at which a person may be paid. As a new entrant to the public service, under the terms of this legislation, new entrants will not be required to retire on grounds of age. Anyone who is not a ‘New Entrant’ to the public service, defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 is subject to compulsory retirement age of 70 years. 3. Probation (a) There shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold the position on probation; (b) such period shall be one year, but the Chief Executive may at his/her discretion extend such period; (c) the person appointed shall cease to hold office at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the chief executive has certified that the service of the person in such office is satisfactory.
Monitoring & Development Officer
The Role: The PEACEPLUS 1.1 Monitoring & Development Officer is a key role in the Leitrim PEACEPLUS Action Plan. The Monitoring & Development Officer will be responsible for the coordination of the monitoring & evaluation aspect of the programme. This is a mandatory position under the Programme Rules and will include working with the SEUPB-commissioned Evaluators, and Leitrim County Council Community Integration & PEACE Team. The Monitoring & Development Officer will also be required to support the PEACEPLUS Coordinator in the implementation of the overall programme. The Monitoring & Development Officer will work within these roles as part of a multi-disciplinary team, assisting with the implementation of the Leitrim PEACEPLUS Action Plan to achieve goals, targets and standards set out in the Action Plan. He/she will be expected to a self-starter and use initiative and work to a high standard. The post holder will have a supervisory role in the day-to-day operations of the work area or as a team leader. The role requires excellent administrative, supervisory, interpersonal, communication, research, reporting, budgetary and timescale management, experience in the monitoring and evaluating of data and administrative and financial experience in preparing and compiling reports. The post holder will be expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making. The Qualifications: 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. 4. Education and Experience Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, have: (a) A Level 7 (on the National Framework of Qualifications) or relevant qualification in one of the following areas: Finance, Accounting, Business, Statistics, Economics, Mathematics with a minimum of two years relevant work experience. OR (b) A good standard of general education with five years relevant work experience of grant management including processing of claims, verification and monitoring, preparation of claims to funders. AND (c) Project & event management, financial administration and budgeting skills. (d) Excellent ICT skills and knowledge of multiple software programmes. (e) Candidates must hold a clean, current Class B Driving Licence and will be required to have access to his/her own vehicle. Note: Candidates must submit a copy of third level or relevant qualification from your awarding body and / or Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) with your application. Foreign language qualification certificates must also be accompanied by a translation document of educational qualifications as outlined above. Applications received without the necessary documentation will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered further. Desirable though not essential: • Excellent knowledge of GDPR and Data Protection provisions. • Knowledge of procurement of goods, specialist services and resources for the delivery of programmes. • Knowledge of the principles and processes of community development with expertise in a broad range of development models Competencies for the Post: Key Competencies for the post include the following and candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within their application form of competence under each of these. Please take note of these when completing the application form as any short-listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by candidates: Delivering Results / Communicating Effectively • Translates the business or team plan into clear priorities and actions for their area of responsibility. • Plans work and allocation of staff and other resources effectively. • Implements high quality service and customer care standards. • Makes decisions in a timely and well informed manner. • Develops and maintains positive, productive and beneficial working relationships. • Demonstrates the ability to recognise the value of and requirement to communicate effectively. • Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills. • Demonstrates good interpersonal skills. Performance Management • Leads and works with the team to achieve PEACEPLUS Action Plan targets. • Effectively manages performance. • Ability to develop and deliver programmes and projects and to work to strict deadlines. • Ability to work on own initiative as well as an integral part of a team. • Strong organisational skills including meeting facilitation and administration. Personal Effectiveness • Is enthusiastic about the role and is motivated in the face of difficulties and obstacles. • Takes initiative and is open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities. • Manages time and workload effectively. • Has strong organisational skills including meeting facilitation and administration. • Has strong resource and project management skills. • Maintains a positive and constructive and enthusiastic attitude to their role. • Understands and implements change and demonstrates flexibility and openness to change. • Is a self-starter, strong on research and maintains resilience in securing buy in and commitment to overall concepts or projects. Knowledge, Experience and Skills • Demonstrates understanding of the role of the PEACEPLUS Monitoring & Development Officer and the PEACEPLUS Action Plan in the context of wider local authority service delivery. • Demonstrates knowledge & understanding of the structure and functions of local government. • Has knowledge of current local government issues, priorities, concerns and future direction. • Has relevant administrative, or economic/community development or project development, management and delivery experience. • Has experience of supervising staff. • Has experience of working as part of a team. • Has experience of preparing reports and correspondence. Principal Terms and Conditions: The position is wholetime, temporary and pensionable. The appointment will be on a Fixed Term Contract basis for a period until 31 December 2027, subject to a probationary period of 6 months, for the implementation of the PEACEPLUS Programme. 1. Duties: The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and (a) Such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph, under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officers as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an administrative, supervisory and advisory nature as are required for the exercise and performance of any of its powers, duties and functions as may be delegated to him or her by the Chief Executive from time to time and shall include the duty of deputising for other officers of the local authority. The PEACEPLUS 1.1 Monitoring & Development Officer will report to the PEACEPLUS Coordinator or such other officer as may be designated by the Chief Executive. The key duties and responsibilities of the post of PEACEPLUS 1.1 Monitoring & Development Officer may include but are not limited to the following: • Delivering on the Leitrim PEACEPLUS Action Plan, specifically co-ordinating and implementing the monitoring and evaluation requirements. • Responsibility for the implementation and maintenance of an electronic Evaluation and Monitoring system to meet the requirements of the PEACEPLUS Programme in collecting, monitoring and analysing data (including sensitive data) on over 3,300 participants. • Analysing statistical data on participants from the programming element of the project on a regular basis to provide relevant updates to the Project Board and PEACEPLUS Coordinator on recruitment numbers and cross-community balance of participants. • Encouraging, promoting, advising and supporting projects which aim to develop good cross community relations throughout the county. • Collaborating and working with the Leitrim County Council Community Development & Integration Team to ensure work programmes are implemented to deliver on the Council’s operational plan. • Meeting all project targets and milestones as determined by the Leitrim PEACEPLUS Partnership / SEUPB. • Assisting in the preparation and managing of tenders for sub projects, if appropriate. • Publicising the work of the project in line with the PEACEPLUS Communications Plan and SEUPB communication guidelines. • Working to strict deadlines and being available to work outside normal office hours as required. • Identifying, liaising and networking with other projects undertaking similar work. • Compiling, preparing and presenting reports, presentations and responding to correspondence as necessary. • Representing the office on committees or at meetings and giving progress reports as required. • Providing support and assistance in the delivery of projects as required. • Assisting the handling of day-to-day issues, ensuring compliance with all council policies and procedures. • Preparing interim and annual reports, including data on budgets and expenditure as required Reporting • Ensuring compliance with all required local authority financial, management and governance reporting requirements of the PEACEPLUS programme. • Responsibility for the preparation of relevant reports and performance related data, monitoring and evaluation of specific project targets and outputs, assist in the preparation of claims to the funder as required and to include entering data on the PEACEPLUS database. • Collecting, maintaining and updating relevant data. • Working with project delivery agents to ensure that they are aware of and fulfil their reporting requirements. Governance Ensuring the PEACEPLUS Work Programme conforms with all policies and procedures of the Local Authority and SEUPB and in line with the Governance Framework. General • Undertaking any other relevant and related duties that may be required/assigned. 2. Salary: The Salary scale for the post of PEACEPLUS Monitoring & Development Officer, applicable from 1st March 2025, is as follows (aligned to the Grade V – Staff Officer Scale): €51,210, €52,739, €54,301, €55,895, €57,501, €59,373 (LSI 1), €61,252 (LSI 2) Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with relevant Departmental Circulars. Offers of appointment to persons who are not serving local authority employees will be based on the minimum of this scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. 3. Probation: All contracts will be subject to a probationary period of 6 months, during which the performance of the successful applicant will be regularly evaluated. If during that period, the Local Authority is satisfied that the appointee is unlikely to prove suitable for final appointment, the appointment may be terminated by the giving of one month’s notice on either side, or, in the event of misconduct or negligence, without notice The probationary period may be extended at the discretion of the Chief Executive of Leitrim County Council Employment may be terminated by either party during probation or at the end of the probationary period on one week’s notice. 4. Working Hours: The successful candidate’s normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. The role will require flexibility around working hours and evening and weekend work will arise in order to effectively deliver this programme. A system of ‘Time in Lieu’ will be in operation to reflect this. Overtime will not be paid. The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. All hours of work will be subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. 5. Annual Leave: The annual leave entitlement for this post will be 30 days per annum. 6. Superannuation: All new entrants to pensionable public service employment on or after 1st January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. All members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be required to contribute 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration plus 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sums for member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be based on career-average pay; pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contribution Scheme. Persons who are pensionable under the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998, and are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution, will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). You will also be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of his/her superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration. You may also be required to pay Spouses and Children/Widows and Orphans contributions at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration. 7. Retirement Age: The Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”) as provided by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 commenced with effect from 1st January 2013. The act introduced new retirement provisions for new entrants to the public service appointed on or after 1st January 2013, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. In accordance with Circular Letter 24/2020 Single Pension Scheme Members normal retirement age will be in line with the age of eligibility for the State Pension (Contributory). Compulsory Retirement Age will be 70. There is no mandatory retirement age for “new entrants” to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Anyone who is “not a new entrant” to the public service, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, is subject to a compulsory retirement age of 65 years – the Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act 2018 provides for an increase in the compulsory retirement age of most pre-2004 public servants from age 65 to age 70. 8. Pension Abatement If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to, or in receipt of, a pension from the Civil or Public Service, or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointee’s re-employment, that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012. Please note: In applying for this position, you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office/Body will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. 9. Driving Licence Holders of the post may from time to time be required to travel in the course of their duties and for this purpose they shall possess a current unendorsed full driving licence (Category B) and, shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. The post holder’s Insurance policy must cover such use and must indemnify Leitrim County Council. Travel and subsistence expenses will be paid in accordance with nationally agreed rates applicable in the sector.
