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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
Team Lead
What is the role? The Team Leader will be responsible for leading a dedicated team in delivering quality standards of care and support to children with intellectual disabilities and challenging behaviours. The successful candidate will report to the Service Manager and will play a key role in ensuring the provision of high quality, responsive and sustainable services in accordance with HIQA standards and relevant legislation. Our aim is to ensure that each person we support achieves their optimum potential. Location: Ashford, Co Wicklow Job type: Full time 40-hour contract. Day, afternoon and/or evening shifts, occasional weekends. About Resilience Since 2011 high-growth Irish company Resilience has continued to lead the way in transforming health and social care in Ireland. Our essence is to help build resilience in the people we support to bring the possible to life. Our Social Care division is providing progressive Residential, Day and Outreach Services for people with Disabilities, Autism and Prader Willi Syndrome – helping people to realise their potential. We are looking for passionate people to join our Permanent Team and build a future in rewarding work that truly changes lives. Requirements
Therapy Assistant
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Therapy Assistant to join our team in CDNT5, Bray, Wicklow . Contract Type: Permanent Full Time Contract Hours: 39 Hours per week Salary Scale: €34,100 to €39,626 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 30 days pro rata per annum Overview of the Post: To work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Speech and Language Therapist to provide assistance with the provision of therapy services to children attending therapy and work as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing services to children and families within the Wicklow area. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list. The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: Candidates must have at the latest date of application: For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: 3 April 2026 at 13:00 GMT. A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Support Worker
Support Worker - Residential Ashford, Co. Wicklow 24 hours per month Job reference: FPT_PADD24_1803 Essential criteria for the position of Support Worker: Full Job Specification available on request
Speech And Language Therapist
Speech and Language Therapist – Newtownmountkennedy, Co.Wicklow 39 hours per week – Fixed term contract (1 year) Job reference: SLT_NTMK_1803 Essential criteria and qualifications required: Schedule The successful candidate will be based in Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow but will be required to travel to our services across Leinster as part of the role. This role offers full flexibility, taking into account that the needs of the services remain a priority. Full Job Specification available on request
Store Employee
Dunnes Stores is Ireland’s leading retailer positioned at the cutting edge of food and fashion retailing. We have stores in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Spain and are expanding our service and product offering all the time. At Dunnes Stores, we pride ourselves in delivering outstanding service and quality products whether it is food or fashion. We strive for excellence in all that we do, be it our award winning Simply Better Food range, our Baxter & Greene Market Deli or our collaborations with some of Irelands best Fashion and Homewares designers. Dunnes Stores offers a unique opportunity to in one of the most dynamic retailers in Ireland. We are currently looking to recruit store employees into a variety of different roles in our stores, these include working in Food or Fashion & Homewares, or within our Deli or restaurants. Store Employee roles have varying start times across the day, with some starting very early in the morning. All our store employees have excellent product knowledge, provide outstanding customer service, and above all else are passionate about retail. Suitable candidates should have some experience of working in a customer facing environment, be motivated, have excellent customer care skills, be confident communicators and have a passion for helping people. As a member of our store team you should be willing to learn and develop yourself, have a desire to succeed and to contribute to our positive team environment aswell as promoting our unique brand. Key Skills · Customer Service · Product Knowledge · Cash Handling · Visual Merchandising · Hygiene, Health and Safety · Knowledge of HACCP Dunnes Stores is an equal opportunities employer
Jigsaw Clinician
POSITION SUMMARY: Jigsaw clinicians offer short-term therapeutic supports to young people aged 12-25 years who are experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties. This usually involves 1:1 work with the young person and sometimes it can include other family members as well. Our clinicians come from diverse professional backgrounds encompassing qualifications in social work, occupational therapy, mental health nursing, clinical/counselling/educational psychology, and psychotherapy, and they work as part of transdisciplinary teams based at one of our 15 services across the country. All of our clinicians share the same scope of practice to support the goals of our young people in a collaborative, respectful, and evidence-informed manner while drawing on their own unique training, experience, and skills. Additionally, clinicians are involved in health promotion, youth engagement, service development, and advocacy. Our clinicians benefit from frequent and supportive clinical supervision alongside a comprehensive programme of continuing professional development. Please note: This is a full-time, fixed term position, with a contract end date of July 2027, based in our Wiclow service. This is a front facing role with daily interactions with Young People and members of the public. Access to home working is occasional and is offered based on responsibilities of the role and the needs of the Service and Young People. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Customer Experience Leader
To meet the criteria for this role, you will be required to be available to work within 8:00-23:00, working shifts across Mon-Sun. Please only apply if you are able to meet these requirements. McDonald's are one of the most recognised brands in the world, and the backbone of our brand is commitment to a set of core values: Serve, Inclusion, Integrity, Community and Family. We live by our values every day and are committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace, providing quality jobs, and making opportunity open to all. The Customer Experience Leader role is driven by a desire to continuously improve the customers’ experience, this important role finds you at the heart of our business in our customer dining areas. Your primary responsibilities are to welcome our customers into the restaurant and to use your initiative to help create ‘feel-good moments’ during their visit. Never one to accept less than the best, you will work closely with the restaurant management team to suggest improvements to our customer service experience, using all of your training and skills. Working as part of a fast-moving, high energy team, you will be instrumental in delivering an exceptional service to all of our customers. The ability to build rapport with others in a genuine and natural way is key for this role. You are able to lift the mood of those around you and can inspire others to look for ways to improve their own performance. You are naturally receptive of the needs of others and are always looking for new ways to exceed expectations and delight customers. You are always respectful, even when under pressure, and are able to confidently suggest ways to improve. An expert in customer recovery and delivery of feel-good moments. The ability to maintain high energy levels whilst working both efficiently and productively is essential. Quite simply, you'll be working in our fast moving, high energy environment and we’re looking for a genuine smile, enthusiasm, energy, plus an ability to connect with customers and make them feel valued. Benefits package includes: Holiday pay, Service Awards, Meal allowance, Employee discounts from top high street and online brands and much more.... CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Crew Member
McDonald's are one of the most recognised brands in the world, and the backbone of our brand is commitment to a set of core values: Serve, Inclusion, Integrity, Community and Family. We live by our values every day and are committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace, providing quality jobs, and making opportunity open to all. Join us and you'll become part of a team, that works together to provide the best customer experience. If you've visited one of our restaurants before, you’ve probably got some idea of what's involved in working here. But you might not realise the variety and scope of the role. We want every McDonald's customer to have a brilliant experience, every time they visit. That means hot food in a clean and friendly restaurant. As a Crew Member, you'll make it happen, whether you're preparing food, serving on the till or being out in the dining areas looking after our customers' needs. You will consistently deliver the highest standards of quality, service and cleanliness in the restaurant. Provide friendly, fast and accurate service. Complete tasks and activities in line with training, company guidelines and management direction. Follow all workplace safety, security and food hygiene procedures. Treat all customers and colleagues with courtesy and respect working as a supportive team member. Friendly, welcoming, courteous and helpful behaviour will come naturally to you and you’ll work well as part of a team. Effective communication skills such as attentive listening, face-to-face verbal communication and eye contact are a must. The ability to maintain high energy levels whilst working both efficiently and productively is essential. Quite simply, you'll be working in our fast moving, high energy environment and we’re looking for a genuine smile, enthusiasm, energy, plus an ability to connect with customers and make them feel valued. Benefits package includes : Holiday pay, Service Awards, Meal allowance, Employee discounts from top high street and online brands and much more.... CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
HR & Communications Student
Job Description JOB PURPOSE: This brief requires excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills. A high level of self-motivation and an eagerness to build on existing skills along with a cohesive and enthusiastic approach is required. An interest in developing skills and experience in Human Resources, Admin, and Internal Communications is critical. RESPONSIBILITIES: Human Resource Responsibilities NOTE: Applicants must be returning to University after the placement to complete their undergraduate degree.
