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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) is a multi-functional organisation which provides a wide range of services both directly and through specialist state agencies operating under its aegis. The Department has a wide and diverse customer base which includes farmers, taxpayers, consumers, food processers and other commercial operators, those involved in sea fishing, forestry, bioenergy, research as well as diverse EU institutions, other State Bodies and special interest groups. The Mission of the Department is to ‘to lead, enable and regulate the sector in a way that optimises its contribution to social, economic, and environmental sustainability, ensuring food safety, public health and animal health and welfare’. ABOUT THE ROLE The Veterinary Research Officer is a professional veterinary grade in the Civil Service. The laboratories of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) currently comprise of seven laboratory divisions (Pathology, Bacteriology and Parasitology; Virology; Regional Veterinary Laboratories (RVLs); Food Microbiology, Food Chemistry and Plant Sciences) located within a central laboratory complex at Backweston and at other sites around the country. Research Officers may be assigned to work in one of the central laboratory divisions (Pathology, Bacteriology and Parasitology, Virology or Food Microbiology) or in one of the RVLs. The Laboratories support the Department in implementing official controls in respect of animal health, plant health, food safety and the safety of animal feed. The Laboratories also provide for the diagnosis and investigation of diseases of farmed animals. This enables the early recognition of new/emerging and World Organisation of Animal Health (WOAH)-listed diseases and the surveillance & monitoring of the patterns and frequencies of endemic diseases (including zoonotic diseases). The Laboratories undertake applied research and development work in support of DAFM’s one health policies and as appropriate, its publication. Research Officers may be assigned to a diagnostic and investigative role where the officer will be required to have a working knowledge of a range of laboratory-based diagnostic disciplines and to become competent in the post-mortem examination of farmed animals and in on-farm animal disease investigation. Officers may also be encouraged to develop a specialist interest in non-laboratory-based disciplines that are identified by laboratory management as priorities to support the diagnostic and surveillance functions of the service. Alternatively, and particularly within central laboratory divisions, Research Officers may be required to focus on a more specific discipline (e.g. anatomical pathology, bacteriology, virology, veterinary public health, veterinary risk assessment etc.) or sector (e.g. pigs, poultry, equidae, etc.), developing in-depth expertise and providing technical advice, risk assessment, investigative and supportive role to RVL colleagues, other DAFM Divisions, the livestock and agrifood sectors. Research officers may be required to partake in or assist with laboratory contingency response, planning, training and the provision of scientific or clinical opinion and other laboratory supports in the investigation of suspect food safety incidents or disease detections in animals including for suspect WOAH-listed diseases. In all of these posts, the successful candidates are expected to function as members of close-knit multi-disciplinary teams, this requires good interpersonal skills, flexibility, adaptability and a positive and enthusiastic approach to collaboration within the team and with colleagues in other teams and divisions. While specialisation is encouraged and supported in all roles this will be directed towards the stated goals and needs of the organisation, prioritising above all the collaborative delivery of the principal duties of the role as assigned. Note: Successful candidates who are appointed to an RVL post may have a period of up to three months placement in Backweston during the first 12-18 months of service for the purposes of training and induction. Travel and subsistence will be paid at conference rate for this training period. Principal Tasks: Applicable to all Research Officers • Provide veterinary interpretation and timely reporting of laboratory findings and test results and where indicated, appropriate follow-up • Provide expert technical advice to DAFM colleagues, veterinary practitioners and industry groups • Contribute to maintenance and development of accreditation within the laboratory • Maintain and develop expertise through relevant continual professional development (CPD), engagement in applied research collaboration both internally and externally and publishing findings in peer reviewed scientific journals, periodic reports, at scientific meetings, in the veterinary and farming press as appropriate. Applicable to Research Officer Panel 1 - Diagnostic and Investigative role • Carry out post-mortem examinations on farmed animals, and act as the case manager for those cases • Interpret and report a broad range of clinical pathology test results • Provide advisory support to veterinary practitioners • Undertake field investigation of disease problems as appropriate – e.g. suspected cases of exotic or emerging disease • Develop and maintain collaborative links with external peers Applicable to Research Officer Panel 2 – Microbiology role • Research Officers engaged in the disciplines of microbiology (virology, bacteriology, parasitology, food microbiology) and/or animal disease risk assessment • Develop and oversee specialised testing processes for the diagnosis of specific infectious pathogens of animal and zoonotic concern • Provide diagnostic support to colleagues engaged in diagnostic work • Advise on laboratory aspects of veterinary public health and food safety where appropriate • Contribute to National Reference Laboratory functions • Develop and maintain collaborative links with EU reference laboratories and peers VACANCIES The Department currently has two vacancies for the role of (Veterinary) Research Officer in Backweston Agrilabs, Co. Kildare for a Microbiology role and in Kilkenny RVL for a Diagnostic and Investigative role. This recruitment campaign provides for the establishment of two panels, the first reflecting the requirements of a diagnostic and investigative role and a specialised panel reflecting the requirement to appoint persons with pre-existing expertise in veterinary bacteriology/parasitology/virology/risk assessment. Research Officer Panel 1: Diagnostic and Investigative role Research Officer Panel 2: Microbiology (virology, bacteriology, parasitology, risk assessment) Following an assessment process, candidates who achieve the qualifying standard will be placed on an Order of Merit from which one appointment to each stream will be made. The posts will be offered to the candidate ranked first for each and, if refused, to the remaining candidates in sequence until each post is filled. While it is anticipated that only one appointment to each stream will be made as a result of this competition, the Order of Merit will remain in place for a period of up to two years from the date of the first appointment, or until exhausted, and may be used to fill further vacancies in other DAFM Laboratories, if any, that may arise during that period. In cases where a candidate applies to participate in more than one stream of the competition, a single process will be used but the candidate will be assessed separately for each stream. In the event that a candidate achieves a place on more than one panel, the candidate will be offered one or more appointments as vacancies arise until such time as the candidate is appointed or until the various panels expire. Candidates who refuse an offer of appointment to a specific panel and location will retain their placing on that panel but forfeit their right to be offered an appointment to that location under that panel. Temporary Vacancies In the event that temporary vacancies for this post arise during the lifetime of the Order of Merit, the Department reserves the right to offer such temporary posts on the basis of the results of this competition. Candidates who accept such a temporary post retain their placing on the Order of Merit and the acceptance of such a temporary appointment in no way interferes with the normal process of appointing candidates to permanent posts that may arise. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Essential Requirements: Candidates must have on the 5th May 2026: · A recognised Veterinary Degree (MVB or equivalent) such that the candidate is registered, or is eligible for registration, as a Veterinary Practitioner with the Veterinary Council of Ireland. Candidates must be registered prior to any offer of appointment · Excellent team working qualities and communication skills · Reasonable proficiency in spoken and written English · Post-graduate work experience as follows: (i) Research Officer Panel 1 – Minimum of 2 years’ post-graduate experience in farm animal veterinary clinical practice, herd or flock health medicine, or farm animal diagnostic pathology, relevant to this position (ii) Research Officer Panel 2 - post-graduate experience in a laboratory or research environment engaged in one of the following disciplines – bacteriology, biology, parasitology, virology, veterinary public health, molecular biology, bioinformatics, epidemiology, animal health risk assessment. · A current valid driving licence at date of offer and/or access to a car/transport Desirable Requirements • Applicable to both panels: • Board certification or other post-graduate qualification in a relevant clinical, epidemiological or laboratory-based diagnostic discipline. • Post-graduate qualification in a veterinary science or an allied discipline (e.g. Master’s Degree/PhD). • Track record of publications in the peer-reviewed veterinary or scientific literature. • Post-graduate experience in a laboratory, research, relevant industry or animal health risk assessment role. Competencies Applicants should have all the attributes required of a Veterinary Research Officer and in particular they must demonstrate, by reference to specific examples from their career to-date, that they possess or have the capacity to acquire the qualities, skills and knowledge required for the role of Research Officer as identified in the following competency framework. 1. Leadership 2. Analysis and Decision Making 3. Management & Delivery of Results 4. Interpersonal and Communication Skills 5. Drive and Commitment 6. Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development The Principal Terms and Conditions of Service for this competition can be found HERE. The main points are summarised as follows: • A permanent position following an initial probationary contract in the Civil Service. • A competitive salary. The current gross rate for this position, effective from 1st February 2026: Personal Pension Contribution1 (PPC) €70,064, €74,937, €77,707, €80,723, €84,274, €87,507, €90,740, €93,970, €97,200, €100,430, €103,660, €106,888, €113,331 (NMAX), €116,943 (LSI1), €120,540 (LSI2). • Annual Leave: The annual leave allowance will be 27 days rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave and is on the basis of a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. • Hours of Attendance: 41 hours and 15 minutes gross per week Individuals who are new to the Civil Service are required to pay into the Personal Pension Contribution scheme. Where applicable, Long Service Increments may be payable after 3 years (LSI1) and 6 years (LSI2) satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. Important Note Entry will be at the minimum of the pay scale, and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving civil or public servant. All offers are for immediate appointment. In applying for this competition, you accept that, if offered a post, you will be able to commence duties within a reasonable timeframe. Start dates are determined by business needs, and appointees will be expected to take up duty within this period once an offer is made. Requests for deferral will only be considered in exceptional circumstances and remain entirely at the discretion of the Department. As an Employer of Choice, the Civil Service is committed to supporting a flexible and family-friendly working environment. We offer a range of elective policies - please see Appendix A. These policies can be applied for in line with the relevant statutory provisions and are subject to the business needs of the organisation.
Candidate Clinical Nurse Specialist, Spinal Services
Purpose of the Role The cCNS will be part of the multi-disciplinary team that delivers care to the children referred to the Spinal service and outsourced to external hospitals. The role of the cCNS is to: Note : For Nurses/Midwives who express an interest in CNS/CMS roles and who currently hold a level 8 educational qualification in the specialist area (equivalent to 60 ECTS or above), this qualification will be recognised up to September 2026. The clinical experience requirements for this cohort of nurses/midwives remain consistent with the DoH (2019) policy, i.e. a minimum of 1 years’ experience in practice and a minimum of 1 years’ experience in the specialist area and they could be supported to progress on a candidate CNS/CMS Pathway. How to Apply & Informal Enquiries Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met. The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria. * Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter. The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is Tuesday, 21st of April 2026 at 11:45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’. Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method. For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Warren.O'Brien@childrenshealthireland.ie For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist – Evgeniya.Byvakina@childrenshealthireland.ie PLEASE NOTE: CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey. It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date. Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 for your information. · 11th May · 8th June · 6th July · 10th August · 7th September · 5th October · 2nd November
Assistant General Manager
CAN YOU FOLLOW IN THE COLONEL’S FOOTSTEPS? Here’s a bit more on what you can expect from the job and some of the important experiences that can help you show you’ve got what it takes to make the Colonel proud… As an Assistant Restaurant General Manager (ARGM) you will be “wingman” or woman to the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) . You’re an authentic brand ambassador who also happens to love our chicken and chips. Our ARGM’s have a wealth of experience coming from a variety of backgrounds, from supermarkets and pubs, to high street retailers and even banks. You’ll be empowered to partner with your RGM to run your restaurant like you own it. We want to give the kind of guest service that makes guests come back for more so we’re looking for leaders who will coach their teams well and can create a culture that puts guests at the centre. WHO WE ARE Take one man with a big idea (and some serious style), add 11 herbs and spices, 1,009 rejections, buckets of grit, ambition and southern hospitality and you’ve got KFC. It’s simple, we’re a people business that sells chicken and chips (and some other pretty epic stuff too). OUR RESTAURANT CULTURE We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and play hard and we welcome everyone into our big KFC family. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone has a place at the Colonel’s table. All we ask is that you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and treat our team like family and our guests as friends. It’s what the Colonel would do. That got you cluckin’ excited? Apply now - there might just be a seat for you at the Colonel’s table…
Cook
CAN YOU FOLLOW IN THE COLONEL’S FOOTSTEPS? Here’s a bit more on what you can expect from the job and some of the important experiences that can help you show you’ve got what it takes to make the Colonel proud… The kitchen is where our Cooks freshly prepare and cook our famous chicken, just as the colonel intended. You’re an authentic brand ambassador who also happens to love our chicken and chips. As a Cook in our Back of House Kitchen you’ll freshly prepare our famous chicken. It’s over to you to make sure our product is Gold Standard and finger lickin’ good for our guests, every time. WHO WE ARE Take one man with a big idea (and some serious style), add 11 herbs and spices, 1,009 rejections, buckets of grit, ambition and southern hospitality and you’ve got KFC. It’s simple, we’re a people business that sells chicken and chips (and some other pretty epic stuff too). OUR RESTAURANT CULTURE We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and play hard and we welcome everyone into our big KFC family. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone has a place at the Colonel’s table. All we ask is that you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and treat our team like family and our guests as friends. It’s what the Colonel would do. That got you cluckin’ excited? Apply now- there might just be a seat for you at the Colonel’s table…
Shift Runner
Here’s a bit more on what you can expect from the job and some of the important experiences that can help you show you’ve got what it takes to make the Colonel proud… As a Shift Runner you will be providing direct support to the Restaurant General Manager. You’re an authentic brand ambassador who also happens to love our chicken and chips. Our Shift Runners have a wealth of experience coming from a variety of backgrounds, from supermarkets and pubs, to high street retailers and even banks. You’ll be empowered to partner with your RGM and management team to run your restaurant like you own it. We like to think of our people as the 12th secret ingredient of our famous recipe. It’s our ‘other’ SECRET. As a restaurant Shift Runner you’ll help your team be their best selves through on the job training every day, particularly in helping them give great service to our guests, day in and day out WHO WE ARE Take one man with a big idea (and some serious style), add 11 herbs and spices, 1,009 rejections, buckets of grit, ambition and southern hospitality and you’ve got KFC. It’s simple, we’re a people business that sells chicken and chips (and some other pretty epic stuff too). OUR RESTAURANT CULTURE We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and play hard and we welcome everyone into our big KFC family. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone has a place at the Colonel’s table. All we ask is that you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and treat our team like family and our guests as friends. It’s what the Colonel would do. That got you cluckin’ excited? Apply now - there might just be a seat for you at the Colonel’s table…
Team Member
CAN YOU FOLLOW IN THE COLONEL’S FOOTSTEPS? So, think you’ve got what it takes to join us? If you answer ‘ YES ’ to this question then you might just be right… Are you a team player? The ‘not-so’ secret to success is teamwork. Working in a KFC restaurant is all about working together to give our guests the best service. You’ll need to be up for meeting new people and be ready to get involved, help your team, our guests and keep cool when it gets busy. We’re not looking for years of experience or a degree in Guest Service, we’re just looking for real people up for getting stuck in, making a difference for our guests and being part of our awesome team. Don’t worry about the rest, we’ll teach you all you need to know. And if you needed any more persuasion, we also offer free meals , 25% discount , flexible shifts and educational development opportunities up to degree level to all of our Team Members as standard. WHO WE ARE Take one man with a big idea (and some serious style), add 11 herbs and spices, 1,009 rejections, buckets of grit, ambition and southern hospitality and you’ve got KFC. It’s simple, we’re a people business that sells chicken and chips (and some other pretty epic stuff too). OUR RESTAURANT CULTURE We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and play hard and we welcome everyone into our big KFC family. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone has a place at the Colonel’s table. All we ask is that you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and treat our team like family and our guests as friends. It’s what the Colonel would do. That got you cluckin’ excited? Apply now - there might just be a seat for you at the Colonel’s table…
Store Manager
Store Manager – Lead the Way, Shape the Experience The Role: As Store Manager, you’ll do more than run a store — you’ll shape a team, build a culture, and grow your career in a brand that’s growing too. Whether it’s multi-site management, training roles, or new opportunities as we expand, there’s space for ambitious leaders to evolve. ✨ Why Join Us? • Autonomy to make your store your own • Career development into senior roles as we grow • Leadership training and networking opportunities • Be part of a brand that promotes from within and celebrates progress What We Offer: • Complimentary barista-made coffee on every shift • Employee discounts across all locations • A supportive leadership team and development opportunities • A dynamic and people-focused workplace Location:Armagh - Spires Retail Park Ready to lead with purpose? Apply now and be part of something great.
Assistant Lecturer/lecturer In Interaction Design & Programme Lead For MA
Assistant Lecturer/Lecturer in Interaction Design & Programme Lead for MA Interaction Design School/Unit : School of Design Department: Product Design Post Title: Assistant Lecturer/Lecturer in Interaction Design & Programme lead for MA Interaction Design Post Duration : Full-Time, Specified Purpose from June 2026 - January 2029 Grade : Assistant Lecturer / Lecturer (subject to experience at Lecturing Grade) Reports to : Head of Department of Product Design Salary : Closing Date: 28th April 2026
Domestic
Details of Service Six Health Regions have been established within the HSE, on the basis of the geographical boundaries agreed by the Government in July 2019. Each Health Region will be tasked with population-specific planning resourcing and delivery of health and social care services for the needs of its unique population. This will result in improved accountability and governance in terms of finance and performance, while also bringing decision-making closer to the frontline. Health Regions will enable and empower staff to provide services that are: · Integrated, locally planned and delivered · Easier to access and navigate · Available closer to home Health Regions are geographically-based units with clearly defined populations. They align community and hospital services within specific areas. The HSE will retain a strong but leaner central organisation, with more service provision developed at a local level. The HSE South West Health Region will manage and deliver all public health and social care services in Cork and Kerry. HSE South West includes all hospital and community healthcare services in the region. This includes: · South / South West Hospital Group S/SWHG · Cork Kerry Community Healthcare CKCH The Department of Population and Public Health is also now aligned with this health region. HSE Services working within this region include: · Acute Hospitals · Primary care services · Community services · Social care services · Health and social care professionals · Voluntary sector services Bantry General Hospital is unique in providing both acute and residential services to the rural population of West Cork and South Kerry. The acute hospital provides 24-hour medial service inclusive of Medical Assessment Unit, Acute Medicine, Stroke and Rehab. Our surgical activity is day-case planned procedures. Our residential HIQA-registered unit provides residential, respite and palliative care services. Purpose of the Post Responsible for the general cleaning of the service area as identified by the Catering & Household Department. Ensure agreed standard of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained in all areas and appropriately documented in line with national and locally devised policies and regulations. Informal Enquiries We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact Mary Whooley Email: Mary.whooley1@hse.ie Tel: 027-52991 For further information about the role. Contact Ms Shauna Broderick, Staff Officer, People SouthWest Email: shauna.broderick@hse.ie Tel: 087 4370269 For enquiries relating to the recruitment process.
Staff Nurse, Kells Gynaecology Ward, University Hospital
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University Hospital Kerry, provides comprehensive services for ante-natal, intra-natal, post-natal mothers and their babies and also for women who require gynaecological / colposcopy services. Maternity and Gynaecology Services at UHK are delivered based on the principles of partnership and integration and strongly supports the involvement of the multidisciplinary team in service provision. There are four Maternity Units as part of the Ireland South Women & Infants Directorate-University Hospital Waterford, University Hospital Kerry, Cork University Maternity Hospital and South Tipperary General Hospital - spanning four of the largest counties in the country. Maternity Services includes Neonatology and Gynaecology/Colposcopy as well as Midwifery and Obstetrics. The Areas Primary Academic partner is University College Cork. A wide range of educational programmes and research is conducted within all hospitals in the region. Health Region Implementation Central to the Sláintecare vision is the reorganisation of the HSE into six new health regions, in turn divided for operational purposes into a number of Integrated Health Areas, and a revised national structure which supports this model. The 3 IHA in the HSE South West are Cork South and West, Cork North and East and Kerry. UHK sits within Integrated Health Area (IHA) Cork South and West. The new regional structures will provide the organisational and aligned corporate and clinical governance arrangements to enable population-based planning, management, and delivery of integrated care for people within a region. These new arrangements aim to improve the health service’s ability to deliver timely integrated care to patients and service users, care that is planned and funded in line with their needs at regional and local level. The primary objective of this reform is to help deliver universal and integrated care for people, providing them with timely access to the care they need, when they need it. This will help to ensure that the needs of people are prioritised by promoting a culture that seeks to continuously improve the access to, and quality of, health and social care services. This will be achieved by refining processes and minimising structural barriers to integrated care thereby increasing productivity and the consistency, effectiveness, and efficiency of services. The structure and associated functions of the Health Regions are evolving in line with the implementation of the Health Regions programme to achieve a clinically led, professionally managed, integrated governance structure which will result in: An integrated approach to management, governance and service delivery across hospital-based and community-based services • The delivery of high-quality and safe services • Regional and national consistency in quality and standards of care • High standards in clinical aspects of governance • Sustainable quality assurance and improvement • Bringing decision making closer to the point of care with increased responsiveness • More streamlined care pathways for patients within and across specialties, organisations and functions • Clarity of responsibility and accountability for all staff • Integrated planning and delivery of services across the pathway of care • Optimisation of resources across the region with an increasing focus on productivity in the public interest. Purpose of the post The Staff Nurse will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care to the highest professional and ethical standards within the model of nursing care practiced in the relevant care setting. The staff nurse will provide holistic, person centred care, promoting optimum independence and enhancing the quality of life for service users. We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact Sandra O Connor Director of Midwifery email: Sandra.oconnor@hse.ie Contract No: 066 7184023 for further information about the role Contact Meagan.mcglynn in relation to the recruitment process
