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************PLEASE COMPLETE THE APPLICATION FORM FULLY, CV'S ARE NOT ACCEPTED************* Principal Duties and Responsibilities Professional / Clinical The Senior Physiotherapist will: · Carry a clinical caseload appropriate to the post · Be responsible for client assessment, development and implementation of individualised treatment plans that are client centred and in line with best practice · Be responsible for goal setting in partnership with client, family and other team members as appropriate · Be responsible for standards of practice of self and staff appointed to clinical / designated area(s) · Communicate and work in co-operation with other team members in providing an integrated quality service, taking the lead role as required · Develop effective communication with and provide instruction, guidance and support to staff, clients, family, carers etc. · Document client records in accordance with professional standards and departmental policies · Provide a service in varied locations in line with local policy/guidelines and within appropriate time allocation (e.g. wards, clinic, home visits) · Participate and be a lead clinician as appropriate in review meetings, case conferences, ward rounds etc. · Develop and promote professional standards of practice · Work within own scope of professional competence in line with principles of best practice, professional conduct and clinical governance · Seek advice of relevant personnel when appropriate / as required · Operate within the scope of practice of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists · Participate in weekend and bank holiday rotas. Education & Training The Senior Physiotherapist will: · Participate in mandatory training programmes · Take responsibility for, and keep up to date with Physiotherapy practice by participating in continuing professional development such as reflective practice, in service, self-directed learning, research, clinical audit etc. · Be responsible for the induction and clinical supervision of staff in the designated area(s) · Manage, participate and play a key role in the practice education of student therapists. Take part in teaching / training / supervision / evaluation of staff / students and attend practice educator courses as relevant to role and needs · Engage in personal development planning and performance review for self and others as required Health & Safety The Senior Physiotherapist will: · Develop and monitor implementation of agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards · Ensure the safety of self and others, and the maintenance of safe environments and equipment used in Physiotherapy in accordance with legislation · Assess and manage risk in their assigned area(s) of responsibility · Take the appropriate timely action to manage any incidents or near misses within their assigned area(s) · Be responsible for the safe and competent use of all equipment, aids and appliances both by clients and staff under their supervision Administrative The Senior Physiotherapist will: · Be responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of a quality service in line with best practice · Oversee and monitor the standards of best practice within their Physiotherapy team · Contribute to the service planning process · Assist the Physiotherapy Manager in service development encompassing policy development and implementation · Review and evaluate the Physiotherapy service regularly, identifying changing needs and opportunities to improve services · Develop and promote quality standards of work and co-operate with quality assurance programmes · Collect and evaluate data about the service area as identified in service plans and demonstrate the achievement of the objectives of the service · Oversee the upkeep of accurate records in line with best practice · Collate and maintain accurate statistics and render reports as required · Represent the department at meetings and conferences as appropriate · Inform the Physiotherapy Manager of staff issues (needs, interests, views) as appropriate · Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace · Participate in the control and ordering of Physiotherapy stock and equipment in conjunction with the Physiotherapy Manager · Be accountable for the budget, where relevant · Keep up to date with organisational developments within the Irish Health Service · Engage in IT developments as they apply to clients and service administration · Perform such other duties appropriate to the role as may be assigned by the Physiotherapy Manager The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office.
Locum / Specific Purpose Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Contract Details This is a consultant appointment on a Public Only Contract 2023 with a commitment of 23 hours per week in Midlands Regional Hospital, Portlaoise and 14 hours per week in The Coombe Hospital under the Consultant’s Contract 2023 The Public Only Contract 2023 provides for a normal working week of 37 hours. This 37-hour commitment will normally be scheduled to occur between 8.00 am and 10.00 pm on rostered Mondays to Fridays and between 8.00 am and 6.00 pm on rostered Saturdays. or as outlined in section 13 of the Consultant Contract March 2023. The normal duties for the post as outlined in the documentation and agreed by the HSE. The successful candidate duties will include the following: • Will work in the Coombe Hospital part of a multidisciplinary team under the direction of the Master/CEO & CCOO and Midlands Regional Hospital, Portlaoise under the direction of CEO & CCOO. • Will work as part of the Obstetrics & Gynaecology and Obstetric Divisions within the Hospital. • Will possess the necessary skill-mix to address current deficiencies. • Responsibility for organisation and development of obstetrical and gynaecological services at TCH. • Responsibility for education, training and involvement in audit in relation to these services. • On call commitments. • Responsibility for improving the access of women to: o Improve access to both at assessment and treatment levels of gynaecology both acute and chronic. o Obstetrics and Gynaecological OPD services – special interest in benign gynaecology desirable. o Surgery (Ambulatory, day case, inpatient) o Labour ward service and on call services • Involvement in Clinical Audit Committee and Ethics Committee as required. • Will provide clinical leadership in MDT context - hand-over, ward-rounds, clinical risk & morbidity/mortality • Conferences, teaching, training and audit. • Ward Rounds • Labour Ward • On call services to Midlands Regional Hospital, Portlaoise and The Coombe Hospital • Multidisciplinary Skills and drill training, Risk Management and Quality Improvement strategies. • Provide support for primary care services. • Continuous Professional Development • Will conduct ward rounds (including Labour ward and HDU) - senior decision maker, enhanced efficiency and safety. • Provision of out-patient care obstetric and gynaecological care • Provision of in-patient care obstetric and gynaecological care • Provision of antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care • Provision of surgical care across obstetrics and gynaecology • Participation in the emergency obstetrical and gynaecological care on-call rota Background to the Post’s The post’s has been developed in the context of the National Women and Infants Health Programme, the National Clinical Programme in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, the recommendations of the Institute of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, "Creating a Better Future Together, National Maternity Strategy 2016-2026" and "HIQA Standards Safer and Better Maternity Services". This post forms a very important part of the hospital's overall plan to lead and deliver Obstetrics and Gynaecology Services. The hospital has an extensive gynaecology service and with increased demand for gynaecology services, this post has the capacity to increase the number of women cared for. Progression of the plans for the new Theatre Development remains essential to increase the overall capacity for Gynaecology and this has been brought to design phase. The hospital continues to work with HSE Estates in this regard. This post-holder will have: • A commitment of 23 hours per week in Midlands Regional Hospital, Portlaoise and 14 hours per week in The Coombe Hospital. • Responsibility for organisation and development of obstetrical and gynaecologist services at TCH. • Responsibility for education, training and involvement in audit in relation to these services. • On Call Commitments. In addition, this post will specifically address the need to: a) Improve access both at assessment and treatment levels of gynaecology both acute and chronic b) Obstetric and Gynaecological OPD services – Special interest in benign gynaecology desirable c) Surgery (ambulatory, day case in-patient and obstetric) d) Labour ward service and on call services e) This post will also provide labour ward and on-call services. The post-holder will also actively participate in multidisciplinary skills and drills training, risk management and quality improvement strategies and liaise and provide support for primary care services and their seamless integration with hospital-based services. This post will significantly (a) improve access (b) reduce waiting times (c) reduce length of stay - due to involvement in decision-making re admissions and discharge planning and the expansion of ambulatory and day case treatments (d) increase patient safety and quality of care. Increased efficiency will off-set the need for significant expansion in other services. GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY The person chosen will: • Will work as part of a multidisciplinary team under the direction of the Master/CEO & CCOO in TCH and under the direction of CEO &CCOO in the Midlands Regional Hospital, Portlaoise. • Will work as part of the Obstetric and Gynaecology Divisions within the Hospital. • Will possess the necessary skill-mix to address current deficiencies. • Will provide clinical leadership in MDT context - hand-over, ward-rounds, clinical risk & morbidity/mortality conferences, teaching, training and audit. The Consultant’s reporting relationship and accountability for the discharge of his/her contract is to the Master of the hospital. The successful candidate:- Should be fully trained to the level of Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist. Will be expected to demonstrate leadership in all matters relating to patient care. S/he will be expected to play a key role in the further development of women's health services, including the planned expansion of surgical gynaecological services at the Hospital. S/he may have additional experience in other specialist areas to meet the needs of the Hospital. There may be the opportunity to develop other special interest sessions dependent on the clinical need. The post-holder will be responsible for the clinical management of patients under his/her care, and, in liaison with consultant colleagues, continuity of care when the candidate is absent. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY The successful candidate will perform the following duties appropriate to the candidate:- Clinical • Provision of Obstetrics & Gynaecology services to the TCH & MRHP • Responsibility for organisation and provision of Obstetric and Gynaecology services • Responsibility for education, training and audit in relation to these services • Establishment of a multi-disciplinary Implementation Committee for abortion services • On-call commitment in TCH • Other commitments as may be required by the Master / CEO & CCOO for TCH and MRHP The duties of the post-holder will include: a) To attend at TCH & MRHP at such times as may be determined by the TCH & MRHP and in emergencies as required, and to remain in attendance thereat as long as his/her services are required. b) To attend at any clinic or site maintained by the TCH within the group catchment as appropriate and to provide either thereat or in the appropriate hospital such diagnostic, treatment or consultation service as may be appropriate and to provide either there or in the appropriate hospital such diagnostic, treatment or consultant service as may be appropriate. c) To participate in development of and undertake all duties and functions pertinent to the Consultant’s area of competence, as set out within the Clinical Directorate Service Plan/TCH in line with policies as specified by the Employer. d) To ensure that duties and functions are undertaken in a manner that minimises delays for patients and possible disruption of services. e) To alternate with the other Consultants in the Department and to act for them as required during short-term absences including weekend and off-duty leave. f) To provide, as appropriate, consultation in the Consultant’s area of designated expertise in respect of patients of other Consultants at their request. g) To provide teaching and lectures as required in the hospitals for student midwives/nurses, other midwives/nurses in training and other staff. h) To supervise and be responsible for diagnosis, treatment and care provided by non-Consultant Hospital Doctors (NCHDs) treating patients under the Consultant’s care i) To examine any person referred to him/her by the appropriate TCH for examination and report and to furnish a full report of his/her findings on such examination, unless the person referred informs the officer that he/she objects to the examination or to the submission of such report, in which event the officer shall notify the TCH concerned. j) To provide on-call services in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at TCH. k) To provide outpatient obstetric and gynaecology services. l) To provide in-patient obstetric and gynaecology services. m) To provide Termination of Pregnancy Services. n) To provide emergency gynaecology services. o) To provide labour ward cover. p) To provide operating theatre services.
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Assistant Executive
Role Purpose Background Enterprise Ireland’s remit is to accelerate the development of world class Irish companies to achieve leading positions in global markets. Our clients, employing over 230,000 people across Ireland, make a significant contribution to the Irish economy. Our forthcoming strategy, for the period 2025-2029, will focus on supporting Irish business to accelerate sustainably and increase their contribution to economic growth. The environment in which Irish businesses operate is constantly changing and business needs to be innovative and ambitious to succeed. Our 5-year strategy sets out how we will support Irish business to START, COMPETE, SCALE and CONNECT to deliver jobs across Ireland and impact globally. Role Purpose The role holder will assist the Corporate Governance Department to provide secretariat support and governance oversight to the management of the agency’s corporate governance committees and approval structures to ensure compliance with policy, regulatory and code of practice requirements and obligations. The primary role of the successful candidate will be to: • Manage the circulation of funding and operational matters that require committee consideration, and in doing so, ensure adherence with the committee’s terms of reference. • Work with the team and colleagues across the agency to ensure committee recommendations meet technical, governance and regulatory requirements. • Record accurately the decisions of committees in the meeting’s minutes. • Collate committee reports for reporting purposes. • Approve committee decisions on internal systems. Key Deliverables The successful candidate will work in partnership with the Corporate Governance Team to: • Ensure that committees operate under the correct terms of reference in terms of delegated powers, membership and proposal documents. • Circulate committee papers in a timely manner. • Advise colleagues on procedures for submission of proposals/documents, review recommendation wording and respond to queries. • Arrange and attend committee meetings and prepare minutes which accurately record committee decisions. • Prepare committee reports for reporting purposes. • Communicate committee decisions to relevant staff members and input approval data into internal systems in an accurate and timely manner. Functional Competencies (Key Skills & Knowledge) • Proven experience in providing secretarial support to governing committees is essential. • Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, confidently and effectively via oral and written communications is essential. • Ability to comprehend complex information and data for onward dissemination, and ability to develop sound knowledge and understanding of EI’s financial and other relevant supports is essential. • Ability to work as part of a team coupled with excellent prioritisation, organisation and planning skills with the ability to manage workload and time efficiently to meet strict deadlines is essential. • A relevant third level qualification in law, governance or relevant area is desirable. • Sound judgement, professionalism, confidentiality and discretion are key to this role. Enterprise Ireland Behavioural Competencies Results Focused The ability to be outcome and results focused with regard to business priorities and organisational goals, monitoring progress and adjusting approach ensuring delivery against the appropriate timescales. Innovation and Risk-Taking Actively encourages new ideas, experimentation and measured risk-taking, while always being on the lookout for opportunities to continuously improve business processes and efficiencies within Enterprise Ireland and client organisations. Problem Solving and Decision-Making The ability to be decisive and take tough decisions about clients, people and costs to deliver sustainable results, using the analysis of information and situations to make logical and sound decisions. Client Focused The ability to provide an excellent client service focusing on client needs and building and maintaining effective personal and business relationships to advance clients’ objectives and EI strategy. Communicating with Impact to Influence Others Communicates in a manner that will persuade, convince and influence their own staff and others, both internally and externally, in order to motivate, inspire or encourage them to follow a particular course of action. Teamworking Co-operates with colleagues, shares information and respects the opinions and values of staff members. Understands the skills, experience and knowledge of staff members and maximises how these can be utilised to the benefit of the department, the organisation and the client. Embracing & Leading Change Understands the business agenda of Enterprise Ireland and embraces changes for area of responsibility and for external and internal clients. Networking Establishes and maintains mutually beneficial relationships with colleagues and other networks for the purpose of sharing information. Acting / Leading with Integrity Communicates the EI purpose, values and approach, acting genuinely and with integrity, in a manner that builds trust and engages and motivates others. Developing Yourself & Others Creates an environment that enables you and others to excel in terms of job performance. Salary scale €31,545 - €58,019 per annum contributory superannuation, rising to €59,911 by long service increments. €30,253 - €55,266 per annum non-contributory superannuation, rising to €57,048 by long service increments. Candidates should note that entry will be at the minimum of the relevant scale and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Subject to satisfactory performance, increments may be payable in line with current Government Policy. Point of entry on this salary scale may differ from the minimum point of the scale if the successful candidate is a current public or civil servant.
Clerical Officer
The Role The post of temporary Clerical Officer is a key support position within the MHC. The role provides administrative and clerical support to a team and assists with the smooth, efficient and professional operation of the division. As a Clerical Officer, you will provide comprehensive information and support to decision supporters appointed under a decision support arrangement. You will assist decision supporters setting up MyDSS portal accounts, follow up with decision supporters on the submission of reports, offer technical and compliance guidance, and ensure all interactions adhere to the MHC customer charter and all relevant policies. The successful candidate will be required to engage and communicate effectively with various internal and external stakeholders including staff, officials from government departments and public bodies, private sector bodies, disability organisations and others. The holder of the post will be expected to actively contribute to and participate in the overall development of the MHC and to promote its policies and values at all times. Key Responsibilities Under the overall direction of the relevant line manager, the temporary Clerical Officer’s key duties and responsibilities include: • Provide accurate information and assistance to customers regarding reporting requirements in the Assisted Decision Making (Capacity) Act 2015 (as amended). • Provide accurate information and assistance to persons regarding setting up MyDSS portal accounts to complete their reports. • Guide customers through the reporting process, ensuring they understand their role and reporting responsibilities. • Respond to inbound inquiries via phone and email, offering basic technical support and troubleshooting for issues related to the submission of reports. • Issue reminders and overdue notifications to decision supporters in relation to reporting requirements. • Document all customer interactions in the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, ensuring accurate and thorough records. • Assist in reviewing and improving the usability of the MyDSS portal and decisionsupportservice.ie, providing feedback and suggestions based on interactions with users. • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of reporting requirements, MyDSS portal updates, and internal processes. • Achieve personal and team performance goals, contributing to the overall success of the Supervision team. • Any other duties that are deemed appropriate by the line manager. Work Requirements • This role has a strong focus on customer service, particularly on the phone • Full training will be provided Work Environment and Physical Movement • The MHC has an open-plan office with hot-desking arrangements in place. Workspaces are booked in advance via MS Outlook. • Phone calls are made and received through a computer application. • Lifts are available to access the MHC office on the first floor. • The office is wheelchair accessible. • Kitchenettes and bathrooms are on the same floor as the workspaces. Reporting and Working Relationships The temporary Clerical Officer is accountable to the Chief Executive of the MHC and reports directly to the relevant line manager within the team. Essential Requirements The candidate must possess, by the closing date, the following: • Education qualification of Level 6 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications. • Previous experience in a clerical, customer service or contact centre role. • Demonstrable computer skills. • The necessary competencies to carry out the role as outlined below. Desirable The following criteria are considered desirable for the post: • Understanding of mental health and / or mental health services. • Familiarity with CRM systems. • Knowledge of the Assisted Decision Making (Capacity) Act 2015. Competencies The person appointed to the role of temporary Clerical Officer will be required to show evidence of the following competencies: Teamwork • Shows respect for colleagues and co-workers • Develops and maintains good working relationships with others, sharing information and knowledge, as appropriate • Offers own ideas and perspectives • Understands own role in the team, making every effort to play his/her part Information Management / Processing • Approaches and delivers all work in a thorough and organised manner • Follows procedures and protocols, understanding their value and the rationale behind them • Keeps high quality records that are easy for others to understand • Draws appropriate conclusions from information • Suggests new ways of doing things better and more efficiently • Is comfortable working with different types of information, e.g. written, numerical, charts, and carries out calculations such as arithmetic, percentages, etc. Delivery of Results • Takes responsibility for work and sees it through to the appropriate next level • Completes work in a timely manner • Adapts quickly to new ways of doing things • Checks all work thoroughly to ensure it is completed to a high standard • Writes using correct grammar and spelling and draws reasonable conclusions from written instructions • Identifies and demonstrates initiative and flexibility in ensuring work is delivered and appreciates the urgency and importance of different tasks • Is self-reliant and uses judgment on when to ask manager or colleagues for guidance Customer Service and Communication Skills • Actively listens to others and tries to understand their perspectives/ requirements/ needs • Understands the steps or processes that customers must go through and can clearly explain these • Is respectful, courteous and professional, remaining composed, even in challenging circumstances • Can be firm when necessary and communicate with confidence and authority • Communicates clearly and fluently when speaking and in writing. Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Develops and maintains the skills and expertise required to perform in the role effectively, e.g. relevant technologies, IT systems, spreadsheets, Microsoft Office, relevant policies, etc. • Clearly understands the role, objectives and targets and how they fit into the work of the unit • Is committed to self-development and continuously seeks to improve personal performance Drive and Commitment to Public Service Values • Consistently strives to perform at a high level and deliver a quality service • Serves the Government and people of Ireland • Is thorough and conscientious, even if work is routine • Is enthusiastic and resilient, persevering in the face of challenges and setbacks • Is personally honest and trustworthy • At all times, acts with integrity How to Apply Eligibility to Compete Candidates must, by the date of job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area. 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 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 Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa Salary: Salary scale begins at €596.11 per week
Executive Assistant and Coordinator
OUR CULTURE & COMMITMENTS At Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland, we are proud to foster a workplace culture built on creativity, inclusion, and respect. Through our Kind framework, we place equal importance on wellbeing, lifelong learning, sustainability, and equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). We actively support our employees to thrive personally and professionally, offering opportunities to grow their skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and be part of a collaborative community. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the audiences we serve and the stories we support on screen. We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives who meet the requirements of the role, and we celebrate the unique contributions that each person brings to our organisation. ROLE OVERVIEW The Executive Assistant and Coordinator, Office of the CEO and Board, plays a key role in ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the Chief Executive’s Office. The postholder will provide high-level administrative and organisational support to the CEO and Board, enabling the smooth delivery of executive priorities and the effective coordination of key corporate activities. Operating with a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and initiative, the role requires the ability to anticipate needs, manage competing priorities, and maintain clear communication between the CEO’s Office, the Board, senior executives, and external stakeholders. The postholder will act as a trusted liaison, ensuring that information, correspondence, and decisions flow seamlessly and are actioned within required timeframes. The position combines strategic administrative support with responsibility for coordinating Board and Subcommittee meetings, managing executive communications, and overseeing the day-to-day operation of the CEO’s Office. It also involves supporting corporate planning, reporting, and continuous improvement activities to strengthen the overall effectiveness of the organisation. This is a dynamic and high-responsibility role that requires sound judgement, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work effectively across multiple functions. The postholder will contribute to a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement, representing the CEO’s Office with integrity and diplomacy at all times. JOB GRADE / REPORTING LINE JOB GRADE It is anticipated that in order to have the required skills and competencies, the Higher Executive Officer post will be at the First Point level. REPORTING LINE(S) This role reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer and works closely with the Board Secretary, the Executive Leadership Team, and internal stakeholders to ensure effective coordination, communication, and delivery of executive priorities. Reporting arrangements may be reviewed periodically to reflect organisational needs. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Executive and Strategic Support To qualify, candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer.
Administrative Assistant
Main Purpose of Job The positions will focus on delivering the core operations of the Payroll & Expenses Office, driving rigour and efficiencies into our processes and supporting the automation of key activities. Main Duties and Responsibilities • Play key role in the execution of the PEO’s core deliverables. This includes the accurate and timely processing of weekly, monthly, hourly paid staff, pensioners, scholarships and expense pay-runs. • Managing assigned tasks and prioritising competing tasks in order to ensure that they are completed on time and to a high standard with excellent attention to detail. • Implement the automation of key activities. Initiate and drive rigour/improvements to processes and systems including detailed system specifications, implementation, development and testing. Test periodic system patch release updates. • Make considered decisions on how to resolve problems and move forward. Handle complex issues that require judgement and engagement with stakeholders. • Maintain and ensure the accuracy of payroll and expense-related training guides, forms, and associated website/SharePoint information, regularly updating content as needed. • Support the inducting of new staff members. Supervise staff and day-to-day operations when required to do so. • Directly liaise with HR while performing ongoing data reviews for each payment run to minimise the risk of incorrect payment for each category of payee for which the PEO is responsible. • Support the PEO in meeting the requirements of the relevant Government agencies (e.g., Revenue, Social Welfare, etc.). • Assist with auditor (both Internal and External) and funder queries in a timely and accurate manner. • Maintain own knowledge of relevant University Policies and Procedures. Keep up to date with developments in Revenue reporting, tax, social welfare, wage agreements, accounting procedures, IT, etc. • Safeguarding of the University’s interests in the processing and payment of pay runs, ensuring compliance with best practice, policy, internal controls and applicable statutory regulations. • Positively engage in the public relations aspect of the PEO in a mature and tactful manner. Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and deliver exceptional customer service. Ensure confidentiality at all times. • Any other related duties as specified by the Payroll and Expenses Office Manager and/or the Expenditure Manager and/or Financial Accountant/DFA. Requirements for the Role The successful candidate(s) will demonstrate the eligibility requirements below in terms of qualification, skills and experience: Essential Criteria • At a minimum, passes in 5 subjects at Leaving Certificate level (or equivalent) • A payroll/accounting/business qualification • A minimum of two years of employment experience providing high-level administrative support in a challenging finance environment • Proven experience in delivering and managing large and complex pay runs in a fast-paced environment • Payroll/Accounting experience including detailed knowledge of PAYE, PRSI, USC rules, etc. • Strong Excel skills (shortlisted candidates will be required to complete an Excel assessment) • Excellent IT skills with proficiency in MS Office suite • Proven ability to work as part of a team • Competence and ability to operate a high degree of initiative, as the post holder will on occasion be required to make decisions without direct supervision • Ability to interact and communicate effectively with University staff, auditors and other external parties • Accuracy in processing and attention to detail • Flexibility is required for these roles; note that restrictions on annual leave may apply during busy periods Desirable Criteria • Experience in the public sector/higher education sector • Experience in delivering customer-focused service • Experience using the Core Payroll System The above criteria will be utilised to shortlist and select candidates for interview. Salary: €42,774 – €59,401 (applicable to new entrants effective from January 2011) and in accordance with the terms and conditions of the University’s Remuneration policy.
Staff Officer
The Staff Officer is the first level of line management within the local authority administrative grades. A Staff Officer has a supervisory role in the day to day operations and management of a work area, section or team. The Staff Officer also works as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team within one of the local authority Directorates, to provide administrative support and quality customer service across the broad range of local authority front line and internal services. Front line services include social housing; transportation infrastructure; environmental protection; water, wastewater, recreation, amenity and cultural services such as the arts and public library service. Internal services include corporate, finance, IT and human resource functions. Local Authorities also play a key role in supporting economic development and enterprise promotion at local level. The Staff Officer is also charged with implementing work programmes to achieve goals, targets and standards as set out in the Departmental and Team Development Plans, Corporate Plan and Annual Service Delivery Plan. The Staff Officer will generally work under the direction and management of an Administrative Officer or Senior Executive Officer and may from time to time, be required to deputise for a more senior grade. The successful candidate will therefore require excellent administrative, communications and people management skills as the role entails assuming supervisory and budgetary responsibility for a particular division or function of the local authority. The ideal candidate will therefore be a highly motivated person, with a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services willing to take on a challenge. The Staff Officer is expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making at all time. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POST Candidates are required to demonstrate the following knowledge, understanding & experience relevant to the post: 4. Work Base: Offaly County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department or premises in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or other compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. 5. Working Hours: The working hours at present provide for a five day, thirty-five hours working week, hours may vary from time to time. The working hours may be reviewed at any time by the Council. The post may require flexibility in working outside of normal hours, including at weekends, as necessary. No additional remunertation will be paid in respect of such activities. The provisions of Offaly County Council’s Time and Attendance Policy is applicable to this grade at the current time. A flexible working hours system is in operation subject to the terms and conditions of the Time and Attendance Policy. 6. Annual Leave: The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (as amended) 7. Sick Leave: The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail. 8. Probation: Appointees will be on probation for the first year of employment. The terms of the Offaly County Council Probation Policy will apply. 9. Superannuation: Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 : New members joining the Public Sector on or after 1st January, 2013 will be required to join the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. The Single Scheme applies to all pensionable first-time entrants to the Public Service as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 3% of their 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). This includes a contribution to a Spouse’s and Children’s Scheme. Pension and retirement lump sum based on career-average pay, pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contributory (SPC). For persons who commenced public sector employment prior to 1st January 2013: Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (ie. 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 dependent or qualified children). Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. All persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Childrens Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. 10. Retirement: 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 65 years. 11. Travel: Holders of the post shall hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles 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. Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department circulars and Local Authority Travel and Subsistence Policy. Offaly County Council, as employer, must be indemnified on your insurance policy. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence, which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately.
Stock Controller
Are you a detail-driven, organised professional who thrives in a busy, hands-on environment? We are seeking an experienced Stock Controller to join our Sheet Metal Department at our Burnfoot and help keep our operations running smoothly. As our Stock Controller, you will play a vital part in managing inventory accuracy, ensuring stock availability, and supporting efficient daily operations. You will join a close-knit, collaborative team where your work genuinely matters. This isn’t a box-ticking stock role, you will have real input into how inventory is managed, how processes can be improved, and how operations can run better. Key responsibilities:
Associate Dentist
We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Dentist to be part of our family run group of Practices and to join our team in Henry Street, Ballymena. We are currently welcoming Denplan patients at this practice and we are searching for an Associate to deliver this service. We pride ourselves on offering an excellent quality of care and service to our patients. We can offer:
