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Logistics Coordinator – (Job Ref: 25I/LGCO) Randox Laboratories are a global leader in the in vitro diagnostics industry, based in the UK. At Randox we continue to develop disruptive innovations in clinical diagnostics, toxicology and food diagnostics, globally. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Logistics Coordinator at our US HQ, in Kearneysville, WV. What does the logistics team do? Our US logistics team are responsible for receiving customer orders from our HQ in the UK and ensuring they reach the customer. This involves constant communication with the customer while also preparing the relevant documents to accompany the shipment/courier to ensure there are no issues. An exciting, fast paced department who pride ourselves on attention to detail and customer service. Location : Randox Laboratories, 515 Industrial Blvd, Kearneysville, WV 25430, United States. Contract Offered : Full-time, Permanent Working Hours / Shifts : 40 hours per week, 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. What does this role involve? This is a varied role that will require you to develop a varied skillset, including: • Acknowledge and process all orders the same day they are received. • The dispatch of all orders the same day (if received before the office cutoff time). • Advise customers when an order has been dispatched, providing all necessary shipping information. • Daily monitoring of open orders. • Supply dispatch date information to customers on products not available from their order. • Acknowledge and answer all customer queries on the same day they are received. • Prepare, send and follow up on Proforma Invoices, as required. • Completing all order documentation. • Maintaining customer pricing and special instructions as necessary. • Ensure credit control procedures are followed for all orders. • Receipt of goods and ensuring they are stored in the correct location and conditions. • Maintain adequate stock levels of products and packaging materials. • Conduct weekly cycle / stock counts. • Order stock from HQ, advising of any special requirements. • Monitoring and recording of temperature readings for all storage areas. • Submit daily, weekly and monthly reports to management as required. • Assist in the training of logistics staff. Who can apply? Essential criteria : • High school level competency in Maths. • Competent in the use of Microsoft Office, Excel and Outlook • Good English communication skills, both written and verbal. Desirable: • College degree in Business Administration. • Multilingual. • Previous experience in a similar role/environment • Knowledge of SAP. This advert may be open for as long as 30 days although we may close the advert early if we receive sufficient applicants to fill the roles.
Phlebotomist
Phlebotomist – Crumlin (Part Time) – (Job Ref: 25N/PBCR) Randox Health continues to be at the forefront of clinical diagnostics, dedicated to improving health worldwide with our disruptive technology and innovative diagnostic solutions. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have exciting new career opportunities for a Phlebotomist within our clinic in Crumlin. What does the Randox Health team do? At Randox Health we encourage individuals to adopt a personalised, preventative approach to their health and well-being, ultimately helping them to live healthier for longer. Using Randox revolutionary technology we measure hundreds of health biomarkers, generating unrivalled data that when combined with our complex algorithms can predict future health concerns and identify early signs of illness even before symptoms arise. This empowers individuals to act sooner to prevent or delay disease onset – moving from a model of sickness management to true preventative healthcare. Location : Randox Health Crumlin, 5-15 Mill Road, Crumlin, County Antrim, BT29 4XL. Contract Offered : Part-time, fixed term for one year. Working Hours / Shifts : 24 hours/3 days per week, between Monday and Saturday. Exact hours will be either 7.40am to 4.20pm, 6.40am to 3.20pm or 10.20am to 7am. For this position, as you may be in contact with live blood samples, you must be vaccinated against Hepatitis B or be able to get it following a successful interview stage. In line with Care Quality Commission guidelines, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced Access NI check What does the Phlebotomist role involve? This role is responsible for ensuring customers have an excellent experience from the moment they enter our clinic, taking blood samples from both private and corporate clients. This is a varied role that may also include the following responsibilities: • Conduct comprehensive client appointments, including blood and urine sample collection, personal health measurements, and data entry into our Patient Information Systems (PIS). • Demonstrate sensitive communication to ensure client understanding and consent. • Maintain accurate records in PIS, uploading all relevant documentation. • Represent the company professionally at offsite events and appointments. • Engage in upselling and cross-selling at our private health clinic. • Proactively drive sales and exceed targets. • Complete company forms, specimen labelling, and laboratory test order forms accurately. • Demonstrate high IT literacy in order to manager various software systems and daily tasks. Essential criteria: • Previous phlebotomy experience • Phlebotomy certificate of competence • Flexibility with working hours, as required by the business inclusive of evenings and weekends. • Exemplary customer service skills and experience. • Ability to manage existing clientele and generate new clientele at the same time. • High level of IT literacy. • Valid UK driving license Desirable: • Experience in a private healthcare setting. • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft packages. • Confidence and experience working internal / external events. • Sales / Retail experience.
Casual HGV Driver
ROLE To ensure the safe and prompt delivery of caged orders processed from the warehouse to MediCare branches. The successful candidate will have sound working knowledge of the Highway Code and the rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of a HGV vehicle. The successful candidate will also have the ability to work well using their own initiative and be able to interact well with the rest of the team. They will also demonstrate attention to detail and good time management. Casual drivers are required for all areas within Northern Ireland to include Belfast, Greater Belfast and the North West. Essential Criteria Full, clean licence either general or HGV Applicants must be In possession of an up-to-date Drivers Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) for HGV Drivers only Proof of Right to Work in the UK (proof requested) Hours: Casual Driver Please note: For insurance purposes, candidates must be over 25 years old to apply Please note flexibility is required due to business needs.
Candidate Clinical Nurse Specialist Management Of Anti-coagulation / Deep Vein Thrombosis
candidate Clinical Nurse Specialist (cCNS) – Management of Anti-Coagulation/ Deep Vein Thrombosis Location of Post HSE Mid West Acute Services – University Hospital Limerick There is currently one permanent, whole-time vacancy available in University Hospital Limerick. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for candidate Clinical Nurse Specialist (cCNS) – Management of Anti-Coagulation Treatment/Deep Vein Thrombosis from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Purpose of the Post As outlined in this job description, the cCNS pathway will facilitate the post holder to be supported to professionally and clinically develop the skills and knowledge required to achieve the competencies of the CNS role. The cCNS post holder will be enabled to deliver care in line with the five core concepts of the role set out in the Framework for the Establishment of Clinical Nurse/Midwife Specialist Posts, 4th edition, National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing and Midwifery (NCNM) 2008. Caseload The cCNS will focus initially on the following service user groups: Consultancy (including leadership in clinical practice) Informal Enquiries Ms. Deirdre Ryan, Assistant Director of Nursing Cancer Services, UHL. Email: deirdrec.ryan@hse.ie Phone: 087-4433943 Recruitment Queries UHLRecruitment@hse.ie
Emergency Communications Centre Manager
1. CHARACTER: Candidates shall be of good character. 2. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC: Each Candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (i) (a) Have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher and Ordinary Level, in five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme or Applied Leaving Cert. and have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in Higher Level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) or (b) Have passed an examination of at least equivalent standard as listed above or (c) Hold a degree equivalent to a level 8 degree under the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), Ireland. (ii) Have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organization and control of staff. In the event that an offer of employment is made, the candidate will be required to submit all relevant Educational Qualifications to meet the requirements above. Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. 4. DESIRABLES: It is desirable that the ideal candidate should possess: a) A degree equivalent to a level 8 degree under the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), Ireland. b) At least 3 years leadership skills and experience. c) Ability to lead, manage and motivate staff, and work collaboratively in a team environment within/without the organisation. d) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. e) A high level of competency in the areas of Information Technology and Telecommunications. f) Excellent knowledge and understanding of all aspects of mobilisation and communication within the emergency service. g) Excellent understanding of Major Emergency Management. h) Excellent time management skills and the ability to multi-task. 5. CITIZENSHIP: Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. 1. POSITION: This employment is whole-time and on the basis of a 35 hour 5-day week. The employment may also include requirement to perform on-call duties as part of WRCC Rostered Senior Officer (RSO) duty. The Council may change the duty system, and it may vary RSO duties from time to time as operations require. A panel will be formed from which permanent and temporary appointments will be made. 2. SALARY: The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the position shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to or received by such holder by virtue of the position or in respect of services which are required by or under any enactment to perform. SALARY SCALE: €59,417 - €60,871 - €62,568 - €64,271 - €65,974 - €67,495 - €69,054 €70,563 - €72,069 (maximum) - €74,649 (after 3 years satisfactory service at maximum) - €77,243 (after 6 years satisfactory service at maximum). The starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. 3. DUTIES: The duties of the post are to give to the local authority, and (a) such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 and 2014, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority, or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in subparagraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and supervision of the Chief Executive or such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative or management nature as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him / her by the Chief Executive from time to time, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The post holder will, if required, act for an employee of a higher level if qualified to do so. The person employed shall report to and receive performance evaluations from both primary and secondary managers as defined below: Primary Manager - Chief Fire Officer, Mayo County Council; and Secondary Manager - Head of the National Mobilisation and Communications System (NMACS). Responsibilities The Regional Communications Centre Manager’s primary responsibilities, performance objectives, and day-to-day work direction shall be determined by the Chief Fire Officer Mayo County Council, in consultation with the Head of the National Mobilisation and Communications System in Limerick City Council, reflecting the delivery of the NMAC service as a local authority shared service. The following are among the principal duties envisaged: a) To be responsible for the day-to-day technical maintenance of all Information and Communications Technology associated with the mobilising system. b) To be responsible for the management and administration of the West Regional Communications Centre including the management of staff (Staff management, IR/HR issues etc.), and the planning and prioritising of work programmes c) To develop and maintain productive working relationships with all external agencies, bodies and other stakeholders including providing information and assistance when required. d) To research, analyse and communicate information on specific issues and policies as appropriate, including compiling, preparing and presenting reports, presentations, correspondence, etc. to both internal and external agencies when required. e) To represent the West Regional Communications Centre on committees and at meetings, both internal and external, and to report on progress in his or her respective section or department as required. f) To provide support and administrative assistance in the delivery of projects as required. g) To be responsible for the day-to-day financial management of expenditure in the West Regional Communications Centre, including preparation of budgets and maximising funding opportunities where appropriate. h) To identify opportunities for improvements in the service delivery, value for money and other efficiencies within the relevant areas of responsibility and to use performance indicators effectively as appropriate. i) To communicate, implement and manage change management initiatives within the relevant area of responsibility. j) To manage and supervise employees in supporting roles, including assigning duties and workload, providing on-going support, handling day to day issues and identifying training and development requirements as appropriate k) To ensure that department or section operations are in compliance with all Council policies, procedures, practices and standards and in compliance with the principles of good governance, legislative requirements and Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government circulars and guidance. l) To provide assistance in the understanding and interpretation of the Council’s policies and procedures to employees in their area of responsibility and to customers and other stakeholders as appropriate. m) To participate in corporate management activities and responsibilities appropriate to the grade. n) To be in compliance with Health and Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work. o) To operate as part of the operational roster for the West Regional Communications Centre. p) To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required or assigned from time to time. The above specification 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. 4. COMPETENCIES: Candidates for the post must demonstrate that they have competency and skills in the following areas. Application forms should include two practical examples which demonstrates these competencies. Interviews will be competency based, and marks will be awarded under these skills sets. Delivering Results • Takes responsibility for the delivery of results and for bringing projects and tasks to completion in their area of operation. • Establish high quality service and customer care standards. • Identify problems or issues at an early point and takes action/ contribute to solutions. • Make timely, informed and effective decisions and show good judgement and balance in making decisions or recommendations. Performance Through People • Engage with staff and work as part of a team to achieve quality results. • Resolve conflict situations. • Lead by example and show initiative. • Have excellent interpersonal skills. • Have excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Effectively manage performance. Personal Effectiveness • Take initiative and seek opportunities to exceed goals. • Remain calm under pressure and maintain positive, constructive, and enthusiastic attitude to their role. • Manage time and workload effectively and operate in an environment of significant complexity and pace. • Keep up to date with current developments, trends and best practice in their area of responsibility. Candidates will also be assessed at interview on the basis of how they demonstrate their Relevant Knowledge and Experience. Relevant Knowledge & Experience • Knowledge & understanding of the Emergency Communications Centre Manager role. • Range & Depth of experience relevant to the post. • Specialist Knowledge, Expertise in previous & current working environment. • Understanding of Local Government legislation, Local Government policy. • A clear understanding of Health and Safety Policy and Procedures. 5. UNIFORM The persons employed will be required to wear a uniform and maintain it in good condition at all times while on duty. The uniform shall be supplied by Mayo County Council. 6. RESIDENCE: Holders of the position shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. 7. ANNUAL LEAVE: Annual leave entitlement is 30 days per year. 8. TRAVEL: Mayo County Council reserves the right to provide a vehicle to enable you to carry out your duties. The provision of a vehicle will be at the discretion of the Chief Executive. 9. TRAINING: The person employed shall be required to undertake all ongoing training courses specified by Mayo County Council relevant to the operational or administrative needs of the Regional Communications Centre (including training courses outside the State), if necessary. The person employed shall also assist in the training and evaluation of new and existing staff where required. 10. COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT: The person employed may be required to carry items of communication equipment for contact outside of normal working hours. The equipment shall be supplied by the Council. 11. SHORTLISTING: Normally the number of applications received for a position exceeds that required to fill existing and future vacancies to the position. While candidates may meet the eligibility requirements of the competition, if the numbers applying for the position are such that it would not be practical to interview everyone, Mayo County Council may decide that a number only will be called to interview. A shortlisting process will apply whereby a group of applicants will be selected for interview who, based on an examination of the documents provided by each applicant, appear to be the most suitable for the position. This is not to suggest that other candidates are necessarily unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the job, rather that there are some candidates who are, prima facie, better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. In the event of a shortlisting exercise being employed, The shortlisting process can take the form of:- • Shortlisting of candidates on the basis of information contained in their application form (It is therefore in the interests of each candidate to provide a detailed and accurate account of his/her qualifications/ experience on the application form). • Other written, oral or practical tests appropriate to the position. • Preliminary interviews to reduce the number of candidates to a more manageable number for the final Interview Board or • Preliminary interviews to determine qualified candidates, after which a selected number of the qualified candidates are called back for final interview. 12. RIGHT TO INFORMATION AND REVIEW: Mayo County Council is committed to offering meaningful feedback to candidates who request it, and to dealing with such requests in a timely and efficient manner, in accordance with Mayo County Council Interview and Selection Review Procedure. Please see our website for full details of procedure www.mayo.ie/careers/current-vacancies. 13. APPOINTMENT: Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the Local Authority that they possess the qualifications declared for the position and that they are otherwise suitable for employment may within the life of the panel be employed as relevant vacancies arise. The life of the panel will be one year from the date of its establishment. The local authority shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and if he/she fails to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not appoint him/he 14. REFERENCES/DOCUMENTARY EVIDENCE: Each candidate will be required to submit as references the names and addresses of two responsible persons to whom they are well known but not related. Candidates will be required to submit documentary evidence to the Local Authority in support of their application. 15. SUPERANNUATION: As an employee of Mayo County Council, you will be assessed in terms of which Pension Scheme is applicable to you. You will become a member and contribute to the relevant scheme as outlined below: 1) Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority under the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration and 3% of pensionable remuneration. 2) Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority under the Local Government (superannuation) (consolidation) scheme, 1998 and who are liable to pay 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 (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of State Pension Contributory payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). 3) Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority under the Local Government (superannuation) (consolidation) scheme, 1998 and who are liable to pay 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. Persons who become pensionable employees of a local authority under the Local Government (superannuation) (consolidation) scheme, 1998 may be required to contribute to the Dependants Pension Scheme. In order, to qualify for a pension, they must have served a minimum of two years (24 months) employment in an approved public body. 16. RETIREMENT AGE: CLASS A PRSI 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 and before January 2013) to the Public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004. The minimum age at which a person may retire is 65. 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, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (miscellaneous provisions) Act 2004, who has joined before 1st April 2004, is subject to a compulsory retirement age of 70 as per CLS2/2019 but can retire from 60 years of age. CLASS D PRSI Minimum retirement age will be 60 years with compulsory retirement age of 70 years. 17. BASE: Assignment of base shall be at the absolute discretion of Mayo County Council. 18. REQUIREMENT TO DRIVE: Candidates shall be required to possess a full current category B Driving Licence, without any endorsements. 19. PROBATION: Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of a Local Authority is employed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such employment takes effect during which such person shall hold such position on probation. (b) such period shall be for six months, but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period. (c) such person will cease to hold such position at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory. (d) the period at (a) above may be terminated on giving one week’s notice as per the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts. (e) there may be assessment(s) during the probationary period CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Construction Plant Fitting Apprentice
Job Description Power Plant Hire wish to recruit a First Year Apprentice Construction Plant Fitter to join our busy workshop. You will be working in a well-equipped workshop with a team of dedicated professionals. As the Apprentice Plant Fitter, you will post hire inspect, service and repair our full range of plant hire equipment, maintaining the quality, safety, reliability, and availability of hire stock in an effective manner. You will learn to maintain, diagnose, and resolve technical concerns in mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems of machines and equipment ranging from electrical tools, small petrol plant, large plant such as mini excavators and access equipment. Working hours: 8.30am - 5:30pm Monday to Friday, some Saturday work may be required. You will receive the going rate for a Construction Plant Fitter Apprentice. Responsibilities • Working with and learning from experienced Craftsperson’s • Comply with Health and Safety requirements • Working with machines and mechanical equipment • Accepting responsibility for the quality of own work • Using the special service tools, materials, and equipment • Reading and interpreting technical instructions and diagrams • Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems • Dismantling, examining, and re-assembling mechanical systems and components • Testing electrical and electronic systems and components • Record and communicate accurate work records or reports • Taking responsibility for own learning, including the allocation of study time • Being responsible for controlling or adjusting the operation of equipment Requirements • Apprentice fitter must be over the age of 16 • Good Communication skills • Be able to solve problems • Work independently and as part of a team • Show a positive attitude • Demonstrate good work practices including time keeping, tidiness, responsibility, quality awareness and safety awareness You will be trained to undertake all levels of maintenance and repairs as well as completing Manufacturers technical training in servicing and diagnostics. Upon completion you will receive an internationally recognised QQI Level 6 Qualification. Please apply with CV to be considered by 30th of June 2025
ERDF Finance Executive
POSITIONOF ERDF FINANCE EXECUTIVE (GRADE VII) DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIIES Reporting to the Director or Assistant Director, ERDF, the ERDF Finance Executive will assist in the financial management of a portfolio of projects under the ERDF Programme and under other EU funding schemes as required, including the review and certification of programme claims submitted to the Assembly. The ERDF Finance Executive will work to ensure the Regional Assembly is compliant in its function as Managing Authority for ERDF Programmes. The main responsibilities of the role of ERDF Finance Executive (Grade VII) include but are not limited to the following: • To support the development of project applications, providing advice where appropriate, • To assess applications and provide funding recommendations and act as a point of liaison with projects. • To assist with the financial management of the Regional Programme in accordance with the relevant EU Common Provisions Regulations • Examine systems and procedures in operation within the ERDF Unit and make recommendations for improvements where appropriate • Identify and implement appropriate audit protocol to be agreed with all entities subject to audit or check by the Northern & Western Regional Assembly in its role as Managing Authority. • Agree appropriate audit protocol with the EU Bodies regarding the Regional Assembly’s role as Managing Authority. • Co-ordinate with ERDF Unit staff and other Regional Assembly Finance staff to ensure co-ordination of processes and /or procedures and to identify areas for improvement. • Liaise with relevant EU Bodies and national Government Departments. • To manage and supervise employees in supporting roles up to the position/grade of Senior Staff Officer (Grade VI) or analogous grades, including assigning duties and workload. The key responsibilities of the ERDF Finance Executive, shall include the following: Compliance and Review: • Review sampling methodologies and check the eligibility of expenditure claims for compliance with NWRA policy, procedures, and ERDF Programme rules. • Certify and approve reviewed expenditure to relevant authorities, ensuring financial integrity and compliance. Documentation and Checks: • Ensure all relevant material is uploaded to the ICT Management system. • Conduct on-site checks, such as financial audits and compliance inspections, as required. Audit and Support: • Facilitate and cooperate with audit processes for ERDF schemes, ensuring thorough and accurate audits. • Support the Managing Authority in developing anti-fraud policies and audit requirements. • Track ERDF spending and target achievements and prepare claims. Advice and Assistance: • Offer financial management advice and assistance related to ERDF and programme funding, including handling day-to-day issues and identifying training needs. • Provide ongoing support to employees. Compliance and Reporting: • Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures, and legislative requirements. • Implement good practices with transparent reporting. • Prepare regular financial reports, monitor them, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions Team Management and Communication: • Manage and develop the ERDF Finance team to ensure high proficiency. • Communicate effectively with all levels of the organisation, including non-finance teams. • Undertake any other duties as assigned, including those related to the role of Administrative Officer Grade VII. The Ideal Candidate Shall have: • Have a minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in the financial management of EU funded programmes, including adequate experience in administrative procedures and management verification procedures and/or have obtained full membership of a prescribed accounting body supervised by IAASA and have 3 years post-graduate experience • An ability to negotiate, influence and work effectively with stake holder groups including external Agencies Private and Public, including business and community organization and Elected representatives • An understanding of EU and national eligibility and procurement rules and their application. • Experience of managing finance and budgets and ensuring value for money • Familiarity with the operation of EU funds • Competence in the use of ICT systems and other software skills • Knowledge of EU institutions, and funding programmes • An understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the Northern and Western Region • A knowledge of public service organisations and national and regional policies QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST OF ERDF FINANCE EXECUTIVE (GRADE VII) 1. Character: Candidatesshall be of good character. 2. Health: Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Selected candidates may be required to undergo an initial medical examination, and any further medical examinations required during his/her employment as an ERDF Finance Executive (Grade VII) by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Assembly. 3. Education, Training, Experience, Etc.: (i) Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms – (a) have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) and (b) have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in higher level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics) or (ii) have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, or (iii) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard, and either: (iv) have at a minimum 3 years experience in the financial management of EU funded programmes including adequate experience in administrative procedures and management verification procedures, and / or (v) Candidates should have attained full membership of a prescribed accountancy body supervised by the Irish Auditing and Accounting Supervisory Authority (IAASA) and shall have a minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience in financial accounting. The Principal Terms and Conditions: 1. Salary: The current salary scale for the post of ERDF Finance Executive (Grade VII) is €59,417 - €77,243 (including LSIs) gross per annum. On appointment the candidate will be placed on the appropriate point of the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Circular. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the Regional Assembly any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. 2. Particulars of the Position: The position is whole-time, permanent and pensionable. The Northern and Western Regional Assembly reserves the right to, at any time, re-assign an employee to another Department of the Regional Assembly now or in the future. The Assembly reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any premises in use by the Assembly now or in the future. The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof and will be required to serve in the Regional Assembly’s Offices or wherever assigned by the Assembly. 3. Probation All contracts will be subject to a probationary period of one year, during which the performance of the successful applicant will be regularly evaluated. If during that period, the Assembly is satisfied that the appointee is unlikely to prove suitable for final appointment, the appointment may be terminated by the giving of one month’s notice on either side, or, in the event of misconduct or negligence, without notice. The probationary period may be extended at the discretion of the Director of the Assembly. Employment may be terminated by either party during probation or at the end of the probationary period on one week’s notice. 4. Annual Leave The annual leave entitlement for this post will be 30 days per annum. 5. Working Hours The successful candidate’s normal hours of work will be 35 hours per week. The Assembly reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time. 6. Superannuation All new entrants to pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. All members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be required to contribute 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration plus 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sums for member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will be based on career-average pay; pensions will be coordinated with the State Pension Contribution Scheme. Persons who are pensionable under the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998, and are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution, will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the Regional Assembly at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration lesstwice the annualrate ofsocial insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependent or qualified children). You will also be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s’ Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the Assembly at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Persons who become pensionable officers of a Assembly who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of his/her superannuation to contribute to the Regional Assembly at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration. You may also be required to pay Spouses and Children/Widows and Orphans contributions at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration. 7. Retirement Age: The Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”) as provided by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 commenced with effect from 1st January 2013. The act introduced new retirement provisions for new entrants to the public service appointed on or after 1st January 2013, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26weeks. Retirement age will be in line with the age of eligibility for the State Pension Contributory (SPC). Compulsory Retirement Age will be 70. There is no mandatory retirement age for “new entrants” to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. Anyone who is “not a new entrant” to the public service, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, had been subject to a compulsory retirement age of 65 years – the Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act 2018 provides for an increase in the compulsory retirement age of most pre-2004 public servants from age 65 to age 70. 8. Driving Licence Holders of the post shall possess a current unendorsed full driving licence (Category B) and, shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Regional Assembly. The post holder’s Insurance policy must cover such use and must indemnify the Assembly. Travel and subsistence expenses will be paid in accordance with nationally agreed rates applicable in the sector. 9. Garda Vetting The successful candidate may be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures in line with the provisions of the National Vetting Bureau (Children & Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 to 2016 as appropriate in advance of appointment and on a periodic basis thereafter for the duration of their employment. 10. Residence The holder of the post shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof and will be required to serve in the Assembly’s Offices or wherever assigned by the Regional Assembly. 11. Data Protection Please note that the information received is used solely for the purpose of considering your application. Such information held is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the Data Protection Acts, 1988, 2003 & 2018 and EU Regulation 2016/679.
Domiciliary Careworker
Job Purpose To provide personal and domestic care to people living in their own homes, who due to a temporary or longer term disability, may not be able to manage their own care. Job Opportunity Limavady/Dungiven Domiciliary Care Workers – Morning Runs (7am-2pm), & Bed Runs (7-11pm) available. Ref: W/DCW/L/2157 £12.36 per hour (plus mileage) Part-time (12 hour & 20 hour) contracts available Requirements: Interested? A full job description and details of how to apply can be found at: https://bryson.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Or call us on: 028 7132 1989 Closing date: 30th June 2025 at 12pm We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Cleaning Operative
If you are a customer focused individual and want to join a fun and family orientated food and facilities management company, which can offer unrivalled opportunities for career progression, then we have a role for you! We are currently recruiting for a Cleaning Operative to join our team based at NI Water Dunore Point in Crumlin. This is a great opportunity to join a world leading facilities management company. Working Pattern: The Mount Charles Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Please note, the successful applicant's offer is subject to the Access NI (Basic) check prior to commencement of role. Mount Charles Group has a policy on recruiting ex-offenders, a copy of which is available upon request. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from working for the Mount Charles Group. Due to the number of applicants Mount Charles receives, we only respond to short-listed applicants. If you have not been contacted within six weeks of the closing date, you have not been selected for interview. GREAT PEOPLE - GREAT SERVICE - GREAT FUTURE
Finance Business Partner
Finance Business Partner Corporate Services REF: FBP/06/25 Grade: Staff Officer (SO), Permanent Salary will be in the range £35,560 - £36,783 per annum Closing date for applications: 17:00 on Monday 23rd June 2025 Purpose of the role Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Finance Business Partner role is primarily focussed on the operational management of Corporate and Health & Wellbeing financial processes within VSS. Working alongside the wider finance team, the Finance Business Partner supports the VSS Health & Wellbeing and Senior Management teams in managing the financial elements of Health & Wellbeing and Corporate processes, the maintenance of accurate financial records and the provision of financial information and analysis in support of budgetary management and strategic planning. By the closing date for applications, candidates must demonstrate that they fulfil each of the following essential criteria: 1. By the closing date for applications, candidates must be a part-qualified member of one of the professional bodies listed below: • The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants • Chartered Accountants Ireland • The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland • The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales • The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants • The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy • The Institute of Certified Public Accounts in Ireland;or equivalent. OR • A Fully Qualified Accounting Technician AND A minimum of 2 years’ practical experience (OR a minimum of 5 years’ practical experience without the qualifications listed above) in all of the following areas: • Management of month end closure to include reconciliation of control accounts and compilation of month end management accounts. • Use of accounting software for the processing of financial transactions. • Internal or external audit processes, including the implementation of audit recommendations and process improvements. • Budget management including analysis of variances and preparation of reports for senior management. • Working with non-financial departments within an organisation to provide finance support and analysis. • Staff management, to include delegation of duties and oversight of employee performance. Desirable Criteria • A minimum of 1 year’s experience working within public sector procurement guidelines • A minimum of 1 year’s experience of supplier payment processes. The Victims and Survivors Service is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.
