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**Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application** Job Summary The postholder will act as part of a multidisciplinary IT team contributing to the management and delivery of IT services, with a focus on support, maintenance, operation and development of audio-visual solutions. The postholder will support audio-visual and digital technologies by troubleshooting issues and implementing new solutions. The postholder will provide expertise in resolving complex audio-visual faults and maintaining IT/communications and audio-visual systems. The postholder will report to the IT Manager, setting up and configuring IT/AV systems for internal and external events while offering first-line, administrative, and logistical IT support. The postholder will assist with IT and security policy compliance, procurement, and technical aspects of the implementation of audio-visual and digital solutions. Hours of work 36 hours per week. The post holder must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant. Duration of Appointment Permanent Work Pattern Flexi 36 hours Monday to Friday Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice. Location Downshire Civic Centre, Downpatrick. Salary SO1, SCP 25-27, currently £36,363 - £38,220 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked).
Digital Transformation Manager
** Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application ** Job Summary The Digital Transformation Manager will be an integral member of the Digital and Communications Department responsible for developing and implementing the Council’s strategy within their areas of responsibility. In this capacity, the post-holder will provide effective leadership and management to their section (s) ensuring service excellence and value for money. The post-holder will support the Assistant Director to create a high performing culture through their contribution to the development and delivery of the key objectives of the Directorate and Department. They will support transformational change within the Directorate / Section ensuring and implementing integration of new and current functions and responsibilities. They will assist in the delivery of high-quality services across the Department by using performance management to drive continuous improvement and by effectively using the Council’s resources. Reporting to the Assistant Director, this key role will play an important part in delivering our ambitious digital transformation agenda, focusing on driving, and delivering opportunities for significant change. The post holder will work collaboratively across Council teams to lead and coordinate the digital transformation of internal services and functions, helping the organisation become more efficient, data-driven, agile, and better equipped to deliver high-quality services to residents. This includes working with business leads and the IT Section to develop essential line of business applications, redesign workflows, automate processes, and improve system usability. Hours of work 36 hours per week. The post holder must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant. Duration of Appointment Permanent. Work Pattern Flexi 36 hours Monday to Friday. Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice. Location Location is Downshire Civic Centre, Downpatrick. Whilst the current vacant post is based in Downpatrick suitable candidates who are placed on a reserve list may be offered a similar post in other Council locations. The post holder may be required to transfer to other locations in accordance with any requirements stated in the Job Description, any reviews of service delivery or other requirements as may arise from time to time. Any amendments made to work location will be implemented following appropriate consultation and provision of reasonable notice. Salary PO6, SCP 42 - 45, currently £53,460 - £56,730 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked). It is Council policy to appoint at minimum salary scale point.
Marketing Coordinator
Functional Purpose: The Marketing Coordinator is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of the Marketing plan. Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the Marketing Coordinator will be responsible for providing support across a range of projects. Candidates should be detail-oriented and highly motivated, with the ability to think practically, adapt quickly and work well within a team. Excellent writing skills and analytical abilities are essential. This position will be based in our Oranmore HQ, Co. Galway. Duties/Responsibilities: Work with Global Marketing Manager to support the marketing mix needed to deliver a profitable 5 year global marketing strategy for a portfolio of brands in the garden care, agri & veterinary spaces. Responsibilities include marketing coordination of promotional activities, content generation for campaigns, social media strategy and content development and general administration support to the marketing and sales teams. Key Responsibilities:
International Marketing Manager
International Marketing Manager Consumer International Fixed Term Contract Dublin or Kilkenny Tirlán Tirlán, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands. Tirlán owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, mymilkman.ie and GAIN Animal Nutrition. We nurture a talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivering annual revenues of over €3 billion, and over 2,300 people to manage our network of 11 processing plants and 52 agri branches. Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations. Role Profile The Marketing Manager reports to the Innovation and Marketing Senior Manager and is responsible for implementing commercial strategy in International markets. The Marketing Manager works closely with the in-market teams to deliver activity in conjunction with the Innovation and Marketing Senior Manager. Responsibilities About us Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safety and state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market. Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We believe in the value of difference. We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth. We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status. Join our Talent Pool Considering a new career in Tirlán but this isn’t the role for you? Join our talent community and sign up for job notifications at www.tirlan.com/careers Tirlán is a Values Based Organisation
Digital Communications Manager
The Charities Regulator’s remit involves a wide range of stakeholders, so effective communications is central to our success. This is a new and important role within the Communications team. It involves developing and implementing the Charities Regulator’s digital communications activities, to support the team and the wider organisation in delivering on our strategic objectives. The duties and responsibilities of the successful candidate will include the following: • Manage and develop our website with the support of communications executives and our website agency • Identify ways to optimise the functionality, user experience and accessibility of our website • Develop and implement an effective and holistic social media strategy for the organisation, across all our channels, which is aligned to our organisational objectives and fully integrated into our overall campaigns and communications strategy • Plan, create and implement tailored social media campaigns (organic and paid) to support a range of initiatives and activities • Manage third parties to deliver campaigns, events and improvements to communications channels • Analyse, monitor and report on website and social media metrics on a regular basis to measure impact of communications activities • Identify opportunities to produce, publish and distribute content including guidance in new mediums and channels, such as podcasts, video, social • Act as a point of contact for internal stakeholders to provide communications support (website and social) for specific projects and, where relevant, providing training to other members of staff • Develop communications content calendars and ensure alignment to our brand and consistency across all channels in voice and tone • Identify new digital and marketing trends and insights, and share them with the team • Manage and develop our online events • Contribute to the development and achievement of the strategic goals of the organisation generally and the team’s objectives in particular by participating in cross-divisional projects as required • Carry out any other duties which may be required from time to time The above is intended as a guide to the general range of duties and responsibilities associated with the post and is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive. It will be subject to periodic review with the post holder. The Charities Regulator retains the right to amend role profile and allocate resources within the Charities Regulator in the most appropriate manner and in accordance with business needs. Location: 3 George's Dock, IFSC, Dublin 1. The organisation has a blended working policy which enables staff to work remotely on certain days (up to a maximum of two days per week). Travel may be required to regional locations on occasion and when this occurs, appropriate travel and subsistence arrangements will apply. Annual leave: Annual leave will be 29 days a year, with an additional service day applicable after 5 years’ service. This allowance, which is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave, is based on a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Salary scale: Higher Executive Officer (Personal Pension Contribution) ** €58,847 – €60,567 – €62,285 – €64,000 – €65,723 – €67,437 – €69,157 – €71,637 LSI¹ – €74,112 LSI² ¹ After three years satisfactory service at the maximum. ² After six years satisfactory service at the maximum. * Salary scale is correct as at 1 August 2025. ** New entrants to the public service will commence at the first point on the scale. Different pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is already a serving Civil Servant or Public Servant. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. You will have the opportunity to contribute to our mission which is to regulate the charity sector in the public interest to ensure compliance with charity law and support best practice in the governance and administration of charities. In addition to achieving our vision of a vibrant trusted charity sector that is valued for the public benefit it provides, there are also great benefits to working at the Charities Regulator. Below are just some of the benefits that the Charities Regulator has to offer: • Inclusive and collaborative work environment • Personal development opportunities through employer sponsored academic education, paid study leave and extensive in-house training and development programmes • Public sector pay rates, pension benefits and annual leave entitlements • Wellbeing initiatives, health initiatives, employee networking initiatives, confidential employee assistance programme • 35 hours a week of attendance at work. The organisation has a blended working policy which enables staff to work remotely on certain days (up to a maximum of two days per week). Applications are assessed based on business needs and the arrangements may be subject to change • City centre office easily accessible location • Tax saver tickets, Bike to Work Scheme and bike storage onsite • Positive and professional work culture Essential experience, skills, knowledge and qualifications: The Charities Regulator is seeking to appoint an individual who possesses the following, to a level appropriate to the role of Higher Executive Officer: • At least four years’ experience in a relevant role • Demonstrable experience in delivering on communications strategies that build engagement and reputation using digital and social media • Proficiency in using a website CMS system and a range of relevant marketing tools such as Umbraco, WordPress, Adobe suite, Canva • Expertise in creating digital content including video (for use across social and digital channels) • Solid knowledge of website and social media analytics tools such as Google Analytics • Research and writing skills, including content and editing, particularly for web and corporate materials • Experience of working successfully in a team environment • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills as evidenced in your application, in comparison to other applicants • Have a qualification of at least level 8 of the National Framework of Qualifications from a recognised university or other third-level institution in a relevant discipline (for example communications, digital marketing, journalism, multi-media, public relations). Candidates must have the above experience and qualifications on or before Monday, 19 January 2026. Desirable experience, knowledge and skills: • An understanding of and interest in Ireland’s charity sector • Evidence of ongoing professional and personal development • While not required specifically for the role, fluency in or a working knowledge of the Irish language Required competencies Candidates should have all the abilities required of a Digital Communications Manager with the Charities Regulator. In particular, candidates must demonstrate in their applications and during the selection process that they have the following competencies, which are required for the role, by reference to specific achievements and relevant examples in their career to date: • Team leadership • Judgement, analysis and decision making • Management and delivery of results • Interpersonal and communication skills • Specialist knowledge, expertise and self-development • Drive and commitment to public service values Further information regarding each of the above competencies is available in Appendix A, which sets out the Public Appointment Service’s Higher Executive Officer competency framework.
Senior Social And Digital Media Manager
Role Introduction: Established in 1992, Applegreen is a leading convenience roadside retailer in the Republic of Ireland, the UK and the US in both large-scale Motorway Service Areas and Travel Plazas, as well as smaller petrol stations. The business has grown to over €3BN in annual revenue, operating 600 Motorway Service Plazas and forecourt sites internationally and employing over 16,000 people. Applegreen is in a rapid growth phase and to support this ambitious growth, we are seeking to onboard a Group Senior Social and Digital Media Manager, to join our new team. This role will form part of the Commercial team and reports to the Group Head of Digital. The successful candidate will be a confident people person who can fit into Applegreen seamlessly and adopt a hands-on approach to their role. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and execute a comprehensive organic social strategy aligned with the business objectives. • Manage and execute organic social calendars supporting internal stakeholders and partner brands. • Manage and execute paid social media campaigns across multiple social platforms. • Manage the paid digital media strategy. • Own the digital advertising budget providing detailed forecasting and performance analysis. • Utilise data and analytics tools to track performance, generate actionable insights and present key finding to stakeholders. • Support the creative team by providing data-driven insights and direction on creative assets. • Support the group digital strategy from concept through to implementation and ongoing continuous improvement. The Candidate should have the following: Qualifications, experience & skills • 6+ years in a social and digital media role, gained within a customer-centric B2C environment (Agency or in-house). • In depth, hands on experience with key platforms: o Paid: Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, LinkedIn Campaign Manager, TikTok Ads Manager, DSPs. o Organic: Content scheduling and analytics for Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn and TikTok. (e.g Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Emplifi etc). • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into clear, concise and actionable insights. [Google Analytics, Excel, data visualisation tools]. • Proven track record of developing and executing successful paid media campaigns across multiple platforms. Additional key skills & attributes: • Project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities and fast-paced environment. • A ‘can do’ attitude and a positive solution focused mindset. • A dynamic individual who adapts well to change and can thrive in a rapidly growing organisation that continues to evolve. • Be a self-starter and also be able to work collaboratively as a member of a highly interdependent team across many parts of Applegreen. • Is resilient, calm under pressure and comfortable dealing with ambiguity. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail. • Exceptional interpersonal skills, and ability to engage and develop relationships with individuals at all levels of the organisation. • Excellent drive, enthusiasm and commitment and a keen interest in developing a career in Applegreen. • Experience creating creative content and telling stories to engage consumers across digital channels. • Keen interest in emerging social and digital media trends, industry best practices, and evolving algorithms that support the customer experience across digital channels. • Has strong commercial acumen and a focus on delivering value to the business. • Willing to travel ad hoc if required in addition to supporting out of hours as required.
Business Programmes Marketing Officer
KEY PURPOSE OF JOB: As a member of the Economic Development team, the post holder will support the delivery of marketing, communications, and public relations activity to promote the Council’s economic development programmes, initiatives, and events. The post holder will primarily support the Business Solutions team across a wide range of areas, including business start-up, business growth, investment promotion, various grant support schemes, local economic partnerships, and international trade. They will also work with the Programmes team specifically on skills development and workforce initiatives delivered through the Labour Market Partnership. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Support the design, implementation and evaluation of targeted marketing campaigns to encourage both business and people engagement, increase awareness of grant opportunities, boost event attendance, and promote participation in economic development programmes. Work collaboratively with other Council teams, departments, partner organisations, and local businesses to ensure coordinated and effective promotional activity. Work in collaboration with the Council’s Corporate Communications team to contribute to the development and delivery of targeted marketing and communications plans that support the objectives of the Economic Development unit. Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with the Council’s Corporate Strategy. Create a variety of content, including e-zines, press releases, news articles, case studies, website and social media posts, and promotional materials. Work in partnership with the Corporate Communications team to ensure that economic development messaging remains consistent with the wider corporate brand including websites, social media channels, newsletters, and printed materials. Support the planning, marketing and delivery of economic development events such as business conferences, networking events, workshops, and job fairs. Arrange photographer or take photos at events where suitable. Represent the Economic Development team on inter-departmental working groups and liaise with partners to enhance community and business engagement across the Council area. Support the promotion of economic development projects and digital campaigns. Work with the Corporate Communications team to schedule and share content appropriately. Monitor engagement and performance data to help assess impact and inform future improvements. Deliver marketing activities within agreed budgets and ensure compliance with the Council’s financial and procurement procedures. Ensure all marketing activity supports the Council’s strategic objectives and complies with policies, procedures, and brand guidelines. Establish and maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Undertake supplementary responsibilities assigned by the relevant manager, to include participating in the interchange of duties to provide coverage for sickness, annual leave, and staff vacancies. Ensure compliance with Council policies and procedures, including Safeguarding, Health & Safety and Equality Legislation, and operate within the highest standards of organisational skills and personal behaviour, which reflect the core values and behaviours of the organisation. Ensure the provision of high standards of customer care across all the services provided by the Unit and promote and manage the service effectively and communicate in a way which enhances and promotes the public image and overall reputation of the Council. Note: The postholder should be aware that the responsibilities and functional areas of the post may be subject to change as a result of organisational change. The Council therefore reserves the right to change the duties of the post by adding to or amending the range of functional responsibilities. The post holder will be required to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation. Qualifications & Experience It is essential that applicants have a minimum of: QUALIFICATIONS 1.1 A third level qualification (for example, an HNC, HND, NVQ Level 4, Degree) or equivalent in a relevant discipline. EXPERIENCE 1.2 Two year’s employment experience to include: • Developing and delivering marketing content, plans, and reports • Coordinating and managing events and promotional activities • Preparing content for press releases and overseeing media opportunities such as photocalls Where applicants do not hold the qualifications as outlined in 1.1 above, they must demonstrate a minimum of FIVE years’ experience in 1.2 above. Knowledge • Practical working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Skills • Ability to use own initiative to organise and plan workload to deliver outcomes in a timely manner. • Adaptable to change and a willingness to implement improved ways of working. • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. General • A full current driving licence valid in the UK and access to a car or have access to a form of transport that enables you to carry out the duties of the post* * Applies only to applicants who have a disability under the Disability Discrimination Act. BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES The following behavioural competencies have been designated as essential behaviours that should be demonstrated in order to successfully perform this role. These behaviours will be assessed during the selection process. Behavioral Competencies 1.3 – Managing Performance Sets clear, aligned, high standard performance goals and objectives for self, others and the organisation. 2.2 – Developing our Own Capability Looks for opportunities to learn and develop in order to deliver and add value to their own role. 3.1 – Collaborating in a Political Environment Develops and manages effective networks by establishing common ground. 3.3 – Meeting Customer Needs Establishes the needs of customers and strives to ensure that these are met. 4.3 – Achieving Results Takes personal responsibility for making things happen. Shows motivation and perseverance in overcoming obstacles and achieving results.
Technical Consultant, Digital Technologies
The College is seeking applications for a Technical Consultant in Digital Technologies as part of the PEACEPLUS Smart Villages Network Project, to be based at our Strand Road campus. The Technical Consultant will provide strategic and hands-on support in new digital technologies to a network of 12 innovation hubs, which are at various stages of development, some already established and active, others currently being set up. These hubs serve as community anchors to drive digital adoption, support local businesses, and foster innovation-led growth across the region. The consultant will play a vital role in helping each hub assess and adopt new technologies, advising procurement, and delivering training and workshops tailored to local and regional needs. They will collaborate closely with hub coordinators, the NWRC innovation team, and external partners to ensure a consistent, effective, and future-focused approach. The Smart Village Network Project (SVNP) is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB). CONTRACT INFORMATION DISABILITY CONFIDENT EMPLOYER The College welcomes applications from applicants with a disability. Applicants with a disability are encouraged to visit the College website at https://www.accessable.co.uk/ which provides accessibility information on College facilities. SAFEGUARDING & EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The College is committed to equal opportunities and to selection on merit. It therefore welcomes applications from all sections of society in particular applicants from the Protestant Community. RESERVE LIST There is a possibility that a reserve list will be retained if more applicants are deemed suitable than posts exist. In the event the successful candidate fails to take up the post or if the post is vacated within 12 months of the appointment date, or if another vacancy arises within 12 months the post may be offered to the next person on the reserve list.
Digital Communications Officer
The Digital Communications Officer will be responsible for planning, creating and delivering innovative, engaging content for digital channels across a range of platforms. The role holder will be responsible for managing the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s digital channels including the external website and social media. They will work with internal departments and Districts to develop and support colleagues to create content that is appropriate for different audiences and digital channels across the Service to help deliver a best-in-class online user experience that supports the Service brand.
Digital Assistant FTC
OCO’s Communications Team The OCO is seeking to recruit a Digital Assistant on a three-year fixed term contract who will work with the Communications team to support our digital design, content creation and online communications. The successful candidate who will be a member of the OCO Communications Unit, will report to the Digital and Events Office and will work closely with the rest of the Communications Team as well as across the Office. This role will be based at our Offices in Dublin 1. This is a hybrid role with at least two days in the office and more depending on business need. The successful candidate will be required to attend OCO events with occasional weekend work and travel (this will be agreed in advance with time in lieu). THE ROLE The OCO invites applications from interested candidates for the position of Digital Assistant. Key Responsibilities Desirable · Proficiency in Irish. Building Future Readiness · Maximises the use of technology and digital skills to drive efficiencies and support better service delivery. · Shows interest and openness to change, innovation and new technology or processes, actively exploring the practicalities and providing feedback or suggestions. · Willing to try new approaches, seeking support when needed and openly sharing and learning from mistakes. · Actively puts forward innovative ideas, creative solutions, or helpful suggestions. · Enthusiastic about development opportunities, demonstrating a positive attitude, openness to feedback and willingness to learn. · Committed to improving knowledge and skills for the future. · Aware of own strengths and development areas. Evidence Informed Delivery Delivering Excellence · Manages, plans, and prioritises workload to ensure targets and deadlines are met. · Works in a systematic, organised, and efficient manner. · Has good oversight of their teams work and puts procedures in place to track quality and productivity. · Ensures they have a sufficient workload, seeks additional work, and uses appropriate initiative to take on other tasks. · Delivers high quality standards with excellent attention to detail and accuracy. · Ensures high quality, professional customer service, resolving complex issues or queries and prioritising customer experience. · Demonstrates ownership, initiative, and responsibility over work, becoming self-sufficient in their own area of responsibility. · Maintains resilience and a ‘can-do’ attitude when learning new skills or working under pressure, seeking support when needed. · Flexible, agile, and resilient in the face of challenges or changing demands. Managing information, problems, and decisions · Can gather, understand, utilise, and analyse information from a range of different sources. · Manages all information and data carefully, particularly with sensitive or confidential matters. · Correctly processes and interprets verbal information, in a timely manner. · Accurately evaluates numerical information and data, in a timely manner. · Identifies and solves complex problems, with the support of their team if needed. · Escalates issues appropriately, communicating all relevant information and suggesting possible solutions. · Makes balanced judgements and decisions, considering the available information, previous learnings and following the relevant procedures or protocol. · Makes appropriate and timely decisions on matters within own remit, seeking support and referring decisions upward, where necessary. Leading and Empowering Leading, Supporting, and Developing · Leads, supports, and motivates the team to achieve set goals. · Works well with diverse teams, ensuring their colleagues are included, heard, supported, and valued. · Offers coaching, guidance, and feedback to others to support their development. · Empowers their team and colleagues by delegating tasks and showing trust. · Works with integrity, honesty, and accountability. · Prioritises wellbeing for self and others, showing consideration, empathy, and support. · Makes an effort to be self-aware and manage own emotions and behaviour, particularly in challenging situations. Leading with Specialist Insight · Develops specialist expertise and knowledge in their area. · Committed to Continuous Professional Development, engaging in relevant courses and activities to keep knowledge up to date. · Builds their expertise through listening and learning from others. · Contributes to discussions and decisions by sharing insights and evidence. · Promotes their own area of expertise and understands the value it brings. · Finds opportunities to share or showcase their specialist knowledge. · Comfortable working independently in their area, but also engages with other groups outside of their direct work or team. · Quickly learns what work needs to be done and how to do it, seeking support or guidance when necessary. Communicating and Collaborating · Utilises interpersonal skills to build positive and effective working relationships, even in a blended or hybrid working environment. · Strong collaboration and teamworking skills, plays their part and works well with colleagues within and outside of own team. · Communicates in a clear and appropriate manner verbally, digitally and in writing, adapting approach to · at all levels, openly sharing their views, thoughts, and concerns. · Manages difficult conversations with professionalism, respect, and sensitivity, seeking support when required. · Listens to, consults, and engages with relevant stakeholders, keeping them informed as necessary. suit the audience. · Shares the appropriate level of detail and communicates information in an accessible and understandable format. · Willing to communicate with colleagues · Appreciates diversity and makes an active effort to listen, consult and engage with a variety of people More information on the capabilities relevant to the role and grade can be found HERE CONDITIONS OF SERVICE General: The appointment is to an Executive Officerpost on a permanent contract and is subject to the Civil Service Regulations Acts 1956 to 2005, the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004, the Ombudsman for Children Act 2002 and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Civil or Public Service. The selection process will include capability-based interviews. €37,919 - €61,216 per year Additional Benefits: Staff of the OCO can avail of a number of other benefits as a member of the OCO staff. These include: · Flexi leave: staff can work and avail of up to 11.5 hours flexitime each month; · Time off in lieu: staff can avail of time off in lieu for agreed hours worked outside normal working days · Bike-to-Work Scheme: staff can apply to avail of this scheme through the OCO · Tax Saver Public Transport Card · Training and Development: staff can apply to undertake training and development courses related to their role in the office. Where approved, the OCO will pay the reasonable cost of such training and development · Well-Being Initiatives: the OCO has a Well-being and Work Culture Committee that organises relevant initiatives and activities for staff. These include health checks, social events and a well-being month involving various well-being and social activities and information sessions. Citizenship Requirement Eligible candidates must 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 has a Stamp 4 vis1a1; 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. Tenure: This is a 3-year fixed term contract role. The appointee will be required to serve a 3-month probationary period. Location: The appointee for this role will be based in the Ombudsman for Children’s Office at 52-56 Great Strand Street, Dublin. When absent from home and place of employment on official duty, the appointee will be paid appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances, subject to normal civil service regulations/public sector regulations. Hours of attendance: Hours of attendance will amount to not less than 35 hours gross. The appointee will be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of their duties subject to the limits set down in the working time regulations. Rest Periods: The terms of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 will apply to this appointment. Annual Leave: In addition to the standard 10 public holidays and Good Friday, the annual leave for this position is 23 days per annum. Sick Leave: Pay during properly certified sick absence, provided there is no evidence of permanent disability for service, will apply on a pro-rata basis, in accordance with the provisions of the sick leave circulars. PRSI: Officers who will be paying Class A rate of PRSI will be required to sign a mandate authorising the Department of Social Protection to pay any benefits due under the Social Welfare Acts directly to the OCO. Payment during illness will be subject to the officer making the necessary claims for social insurance benefit to the Department of Social Protection within the required time limits. Superannuation and Retirement: The successful candidate will be offered the appropriate superannuation terms and conditions as prevailing in the OCO at the time of being offered an appointment. In general, and except for candidates who have worked in a pensionable (non-single scheme terms) public service job in the 26 weeks prior to appointment (see paragraph d below), this means being offered appointment based on membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“ Single Scheme ”). Key provisions attaching to membership of the Single Scheme are as follows: Pensionable Age: The minimum age at which pension is payable is 66 (rising to 67 and 68) in line with State Pension age changes. a) Retirement Age: will be determined in accordance with the relevant government Departmental circulars. b) Pension Abatement o If the appointee was previously employed in the Civil Service or in the Public Service please note that the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 includes a provision which extends abatement of pension for all Civil and Public Servants who are re-employed where a Public Service pension is in payment. This provision to apply abatement across the wider public service came into effect on 1 November 2012. o This may have pension implications for any person appointed to this position that is currently in receipt of a Civil or Public Service pension or has a preserved Civil or Public Service pension which will come into payment during their employment in this position. Department of Education and Skills Early Retirement Scheme for Teachers Circular 102/2007 o The Department of Education and Skills introduced an Early Retirement Scheme for Teachers. It is a condition of the Early Retirement Scheme that with the exception of the situations set out in paragraphs 10.2 and 10.3 of the relevant circular documentation, and with those exceptions only, if a teacher accepts early retirement under Strands 1, 2 or 3 of this scheme and is subsequently employed in any capacity in any area of the public sector, payment of pension to that person under the scheme will immediately cease. Pension payments will, however, be resumed on the ceasing of such employment or on the person’s 60th birthday, whichever is the later, but on resumption, the pension will be based on the person’s actual reckonable service as a teacher (i.e. the added years previously granted will not be taken into account in the calculation of the pension payment). Ill-Health Retirement o Please note that where an individual has retired from a Civil/Public Service body on the grounds of ill-health their pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement within the pension scheme of that employment. c) Prior Public Servants While the default pension terms, as set out in the preceding paragraphs, consist of Single Scheme membership, this may not apply to certain appointees. Full details of the conditions governing whether or not a public servant is a Single Scheme member are given in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012. However, the key exception case (in the context of this competition and generally) is that a successful candidate who has worked in a pensionable (non-single scheme terms) capacity in the public service within 26 weeks of taking up appointment, would in general not become a member of the Single Scheme. In this case such a candidate would instead be offered membership of the pension scheme for non-established civil servants (“Non-Established State Employee Scheme”). This would mean that the abatement provisions at (c) above would apply, and in addition there are implications in respect of pension accrual as outlined below: d) Pension Accrual A 40-year limit on total service that can be counted towards pension where a person has been a member of more than one existing public service pension scheme would apply. This 40-year limit, which is provided for in the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012 came into effect on 28 July 2012. This may have implications for any appointee who has acquired pension rights in a previous public service employment. e) Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC) ASC was introduced on 1 January 2019 replacing Pension Related Deduction (PRD), which had been in existence since 1 March 2009. ASC is provided for under Part 4 of the Public Service Pay and Pensions Act 2017. Whereas PRD was a temporary emergency measure, ASC is a permanent pension contribution payable in addition to existing pension contributions and attracting tax relief at the marginal rate. In general, ASC liabilities are lower than the previous PRD liabilities. The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract to be agreed with the successful candidates.
