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Job Purpose Reporting day-to-day to the Director of High Performance, the High Performance Programme Manager will work as part of the High Performance Unit. They will support the work of the Unit across all of its areas of activity in accordance with the Sport Ireland Strategy 2023-2027 and the High Performance Strategy 2021-2032. Duties and Responsibilities • Contribute to the management of programmes that will deliver Sport Ireland’s contribution to the achievement of the specific recommendations detailed in the High Performance Strategy and the Paris Cycle System Review. • Contribute to the management of effective partnerships with other agencies and client organisations in a manner that supports and reflects Sport Ireland’s objectives for high performance sport. • Contribute to the management of Sport Ireland’s investment in high performance sport across all funding programmes, ensuring compliance with Sport Ireland’s policy and procedures, and adherence to established financial controls. • Manage the administration and operation of Sport Ireland’s High Performance Programme Funding, which is provided on a multi-annual basis to National Governing Bodies. • Support the High Performance Unit in the operation and administration of the International Carding Scheme and other direct athlete funding schemes. • Act as secretary to the High Performance Committee and facilitate regular meetings. • Manage personnel within the High Performance Unit including performance management reviews. • Assist with the high performance communications programme in accordance with the overall Sport Ireland policy. This will include assisting with parliamentary questions, speeches and other marketing requirements driven by the Communications Unit. • Assist the High Performance Director in all general strategic initiatives as may be in place from time to time such as performance management, project management and be able to offer views and opinions to further development. • Keep up to date on all matters relating to high performance in sports through attendance at world events, seminars and conferences and reading appropriate journals, periodicals and other research papers. This is not an exhaustive list, and the role will include any duties required by Sport Ireland from time to time which are appropriate for the position and the needs of the organisation. Qualifications The post-holder will be academically strong with at least a primary degree. A post-graduate qualification in a relevant field would be a significant advantage. Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience 3 years’ experience in a related field in addition to the following: • Highly efficient and results focused. • Excellent attention to detail and high standards in all business activity. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills: Capable of presenting information verbally in a clear, concise and confident manner. Capable of producing impactful and high-quality business writing in all communication ranging from standard daily correspondence to the production of comprehensive business reports for consideration by senior stakeholders. Capable of researching complex qualitative and quantitative data from various literary sources and synthesising this information for reproduction in a clear and comprehensive manner, both written and verbal, for the Unit Head as required. Capable of building and maintaining healthy, effective and mutually respectful business relationships with all key stakeholders. Capable of handling conflict and resistance. Capable of handling sensitive information in a confidential manner. • High level of proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). • Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team and on own initiative. • Commitment to innovation and continuous improvement in all business activity. • Excellent planning and organising skills and ability to prioritise tasks effectively under tight deadlines. • Experience of effectively managing projects and programmes on time and within agreed budget parameters. Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience • Understanding and knowledge of high performance sport. • Direct work experience in project management, strategic planning and programme evaluation. • A qualification or experience in accounting, budgeting or financial management. • A high level of experience in stakeholder engagement. • Experience of line managing staff. • A full driving licence and access to a car. Additional Information Contract: Full-time, 9 month fixed term contract. Salary Scale: HEO Standard Scale. The appointment will be made on this scale at a point in line with current Government Pay Policy. New entrants to the public sector commence on the first point of the scale. Location: Sport Ireland, National Sports Campus, Snugborough Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15.
Senior Library Assistant
About the Role This is an excellent opportunity to work as part of a team in the day-to-day operations of a work area. The Senior Library Assistant will liaise with the line manager in relation to planning and implementing the work programme on a day-to-day basis. The Senior Library Assistant will be responsible for delivering on specific work programmes. Libraries Development is the national advisor and development agency for public libraries in Ireland. As set out in the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2012 (Transfer of Functions of An Chomhairle) Order 2012, the functions of Libraries Development are: Provision of advice, assistance and services to library authorities in relation to the public library service. Making recommendations to and providing services for the Minister for Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government in relation to the public library service as the Minister may request or as Libraries Development sees fit. Action to promote and facilitate library co-operation. Libraries Development was established in 2012 within the Local Government Management Agency and continues the functions of An Chomhairle Leabharlanna, The Library Council. Libraries Development works with the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Department of Rural and Community Development and local authorities in strategic planning. While working directly with the local authorities in piloting and implementing strategies, it also co-ordinates and monitors progress at national level. Libraries Development liaises and partners with international and national library and cultural sector bodies for innovation, best practice and expertise sharing and with EU expert groups for EU policy input. Key Duties and Responsibilities The Senior Library Assistant will support the work of Libraries Development and be responsible for a range of work areas including: Assisting in the implementation of national public library strategy. Assisting in the planning of the workload for the Libraries Development team. Liaising with local authorities, the Department of Rural and Community Development, other government departments and relevant national bodies and project partners. Researching new public library trends and services in Ireland and internationally. Assisting in the development and rollout of national initiatives. Supporting the preparation and implementation of national procurement tendering. Supporting the development and delivery of national training programmes. Providing assistance, information, advice and training to support team members and local authority library staff. Providing secretariat for national committees and working groups. Managing relevant digital platforms including websites and social media. Assisting in communication and awareness campaigns. Working on the design, editing and proofreading of materials, as required. Event management including organising conferences, workshops, launches, photocalls, briefings, etc, in person and online. Supervising the work of Library Assistants who may form part of the team from time to time. Ensuring that deadlines are met. Contributing to LGMA corporate initiatives, as required. Ensuring high levels of customer service, responding to queries and requests for information in a professional, courteous and timely manner. Attendance at national and regional events as required. Undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibilities as may be required from time to time. Essential Requirements Character Candidates shall be of good character. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education, training, experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: i. have a good general level of education. ii. have had at least two years satisfactory experience of library work. Desirable Skills Have knowledge of the structure and functions of the local government library service, of current issues, future trends and strategic direction of library services. Possess a high level of ICT proficiency, digital and social media. Have a strong sense of commitment to delivering quality public services and be willing to take on a challenge. Be highly motivated and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Have experience of planning and prioritising to meet targets and in problem solving and decision making. Demonstrate openness and a willingness to adopt new ways of working and involve others in change. And Demonstrate the competencies as set out in the LGMA Competency Framework (see Appendix 1 in Candidate Information Booklet). Principal Conditions of Service General The appointment is for permanent or temporary Senior Library Assistant posts in the Local Government Management Agency and is subject to general terms and conditions in operation relating to appointments in the Agency. Remuneration The salary scale applicable to this position as per circular EL 02-2026 1st February Pay Adjustments is as follows: €36,113 - €55,460 per year
Clerical Officer
St Caimin’s Community School invites applications for the permanent position of a Grade III Officer. This is a full-time permanent position, 35 hours per week. St Caimin’s Community School is a co-educational school with an enrolment of 790 students. Purpose of the role: The Clerical Officer is at the centre of the administrative hub of the school and school community and works closely with the Principal, senior management team, teachers, other non-teaching staff, students, and parents, taking responsibility for a broad variety of important secretarial and administrative support functions, and coordinating the workflow and wide range of activities processed through the administration office. THE DUTIES OF THE CLERICAL OFFICER SHALL INCLUDE: FINANCE • Monitor, control, and reconcile all financial allocations to the school (e.g., Main School Budget, Free Book Scheme, Exam Fee Scheme, Special Technology Grants, Junior Cycle, Leaving Certificate Applied, Mock and Practical exams, In-service). • Check and ensure the accuracy of traders’ accounts, part-time teachers, teachers claim forms, travel claims, petty cash returns, postal franking machines, and expenses for Board of Management members. • Ensure all payments to the school are recorded, receipted, reconciled, and lodged to the appropriate bank accounts. • Check and ensure accuracy of trader’s accounts, part-time teachers and teacher’s claims forms, travel forms, franking machines, and expenses for Board of Management members. • Monitor and control the school’s cash flow. • Preparation and administration of payroll and pension administration. • Co-operate with existing and new finance systems. • Prepare reports for the Principal and Finance Committee as required. • Assist in preparation for year-end audit. • Liaise with Financial Support Services Unit on financial matters and outsourcing companies regarding maintenance and other contracts. • Reconcile and prepare all revenue and other statutory online returns. PERSONNEL • Support the administration for the recruitment and appointment process for teachers, SNAs and other staff in accordance with the procedures, including placing advertisements, correspondence with candidates, preparing interview related paperwork and ensuring that the recruitment and selection process is documented. • Liaise and assist various employment schemes in a complementary capacity subject to National Policy and local agreements. • Provide assistance with the appointment of teachers and non-teaching staff. • Maintain school personnel files. Ensure all staff files are accurately and securely maintained in line with Data Protection legislation. • Maintain teacher attendance records and the consequential work that arises when part-time teachers undertake substitution work. RECEPTION DUTIES • Meet all visitors (parents, officials, community leaders, etc.). • Process incoming and outgoing communications – emails, mail, fax, telephone, ensuring that all information is conveyed to the appropriate persons. SECRETARIAL DUTIES • All school secretarial work, emails, typing, filing, copying, etc. • Board of Management affairs – issuing agendas, attending meetings, producing minutes, providing all necessary documentation to Board members, and submitting copies of minutes to the Department of Education. • Maintaining all items of office equipment. SECRETARY TO PRINCIPAL • Secretarial and administrative functions on behalf of the Principal in their role as School Principal and Secretary to Board of Management. • Maintain, on behalf of the Principal, all confidential items relating to the administration and management of the school. • Advise the Principal on the administrative implications of proposed policy changes. PROCUREMENT • Maintain school order books, acquiring tenders, submit requisitions to the Principal for approval and ensure goods ordered are delivered in good condition as per specifications. Manage ordering of materials in accordance with school guidelines and procurement frameworks as required. • Provide administrative support for school extra-curricular and fundraising events. ADMISSIONS AND EXAMINATIONS • Administer and prepare documentation in connection with new admissions, including communication with parents, subject option forms, booklists, and preparation for open days and evenings. • Collate and provide administrative support with examination papers (scientific symbols, etc.), reproducing papers and ensuring that all papers are treated in a secure and confidential manner. • Provide administrative support for school timetables, result sheets, attendance sheets, and student results. RECORDS AND RETURNS • Compile and maintain a student database management system. Support the use of VSWare, Advanced or other school system and PPOD. • Prepare and submit all returns to the Department of Education and Youth and other statutory bodies. • Prepare and submit ad hoc returns to the Department of Education and Youth. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY • Acceptance and co-operation with operating IT, finance and administration systems approved by school management, which are designed to enhance management information services, and participating in training courses as required. HEALTH AND SAFETY • Co-operate fully with health and safety procedures and play an active role insofar as the position allows. OUTSIDE AGENCIES • Liaise with outside agencies – local primary and post primary schools, Department of Education and Youth, ETBs, sporting organisations, community groups, local employers, government schemes, etc. Qualifications, Skills, and Experience required: • Previous experience in an administration role. • Knowledge of managing accounts, budgeting, and preparing financial reports. • Knowledge and experience of accounts software package(s). • Strong IT skills, particularly Excel and MS Office package. • Ability to communicate well (both written and oral), including with staff, parents, and students. • Ability to complete tasks to deadline. • Well organised with experience in developing efficient administrative systems. • Capacity to build positive working relationships with senior management and colleagues in the school. • An understanding of working in a school environment desirable. Please note: • Garda vetting will apply in respect of this position. • The successful applicant will be required to complete a medical examination by the school’s medical advisor. • References will be sought following the interview process. Location: St. Caimins’ Community School, Shannon, Co. Clare Nature of the Post: Permanent position with a 12-month probationary period. Reporting Relationship: The Clerical Officer will report on a day-to-day basis to the Principal. Salary: Grade III (new entrants salary scale is €31,619 - €48,925 LSI). Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Healthcare Assistant
Beechfield Care Group are currently looking to recruit Health Care Assistant to assume responsibility for the care of residents at Woodlands House Nursing Home, Dillons Land, Trim Road, Navan C15 V585. We are a long-established Nursing Home Group based in Dublin, Carlow, Meath, Westmeath and Kildare. Our mission is to supply the best standard of quality care to our residents. Our philosophy places the care of the resident at the heart of the nursing home. About Woodlands House Woodlands House was built in 1917 in the Georgian style and was used to serve the needs of the local Church of Ireland clergy as a rectory for the Canon. The building has operated as a Nursing Home since the early 1980s and a major refurbishment was completed in 2017. It now provides 24 hour nursing care for 36 residents in single and double ensuite rooms. For rest and relaxation, Woodlands House provides a range of day rooms including dining rooms, lounges, a sun room, and a general activities room available for residents and their relatives to celebrate special events. An internal secure and sunny courtyard provides a pleasant outdoor sitting area. About the Role The Health Care Assistant is a key member of the multi-disciplinary team responsible for the care of our residents. The HCA helps, supports and directs personal care required to maximise the independence and wellbeing of our residents, including looking after their physical, emotional, and cultural needs. Role Responsibilities Undertake hygiene and dress care functions for residents. Safe manual handling and transfer of residents within the nursing home. Delivery of food to and feeding of residents. Return of used trays and dishes to the kitchen, leaving residents and their rooms neat and tidy. Bed making and linen changes. Provide incontinence and toilet care to residents, including emptying commodes and replacing catheter bags. Assist trained nurses with provision of psychological and social support as needed. Maintain continuous vigilance towards dignity, comfort, safety, and whereabouts of residents. Ensure continuous adherence to hygiene, health, and safety regulations. Carry out any other duties as required. Great benefits on offer Paid breaks Meals on site Paid training Free parking Flexible working hours Education and development with paid QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support modules Summer and Christmas parties Access to pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme Long service, employee recognition and appreciation awards Desirable Elder care experience QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support
Maintenance Operative
We are a long established nursing home group, based in Leinster. Our mission is to provide the best standard of quality care to our residents. Our philosophy places the care of the resident at the heart of the nursing home. We are now hiring for a part timecoverMaintenance Operative to provide Maintenance and General Operative support to our nursing home Beech Park Nursing Home, Dunmurry East, Kildare R51 PC58. The Maintenance / General Operative will support in all aspects of facilities management within the home. They will also have responsibility for ensuring that the upkeep of all areas of the home and grounds are maintained to a very high standard. Please note: this is a specific purpose cover contract . This is a part time role, up to 24 hours weekly with working days on Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8hrs daily , however the candidate needs to be flexible to attend on call and emergency matters also. The Maintenance / General Operative will have relevant experience working “hands on” within the facilities sector. The role requires the holder to be continuously vigilant towards the dignity, comfort and safety of residents in the nursing home. You are also required to continuously adhere to all hygiene, health and safety regulations. Key Responsibilities:
Part Qualified Accountant
About the Role: We have an immediate vacancy for a Part‑Qualified Accountant to join our Finance Team based at our Head Office in Mallow, Co. Cork. This role forms part of our structured training programme, which offers broad-based, hands-on experience in a supportive and encouraging learning environment. As a Part‑Qualified Accountant, you will assist the Finance Team across a wide range of accounting and financial activities. This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical, real‑world experience while developing your technical and professional skills. You will work closely with experienced accountants and finance professionals to support the organisation’s financial operations and contribute to its continued success. In addition, you will receive full support towards progressing or completing your professional accountancy qualification. Key Responsibilities: We welcome speculative applications from individuals of all levels. If you are interested in working with us but are not sure if the role above is for you, please feel free to get in touch for an informal discussion about what we do and what you could bring to the team. If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request during your recruitment journey, please let our recruiting team know. Speak to our recruiting team on 022-31200 or email jobs@epswater.com. Equal Opportunity Statement - EPS Group is an equal opportunities employer. Company Profile Since 1968, we have grown from a modest electrical and pumping services business and developed into an innovative, internationally exporting product and service provider, now focused upon the water, wastewater and clean technology sectors, operating across the Republic of Ireland, the UK and Northern Europe. We are an international water infrastructure specialist, one of the few genuine end-to-end service providers in the global water sector, providing large scale employment, bringing market leading and ground breaking technologies to Ireland and working to improve the country's water infrastructure. Our vision is to be the best and most rewarding place to work for our teams, to be our customer’s outstanding partner of choice and we are committed to being a Net Zero, sustainable business.
Senior Executive Technician
THE ROLE: Reporting to a designated senior officer, Senior Executive Technicians work as part of a team developing the implementation of civil engineering and multidisciplinary programmes in the areas of roads and associated structures, housing, and other ancillary services. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST CHARACTER: Each candidate must be of good character. 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. For the purpose of satisfying the requirements as to health, it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are appointed, to undergo at their own expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to candidates. 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. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: • have satisfactory experience, in a technician post at Grade I or higher level or in an analogous post under a local authority or health board in the State, • have at least seven years satisfactory relevant experience in a technician post at Grade II or higher level or an analogous post, • have a thorough knowledge of all the technical aspects of local authority work and also a deeper knowledge of at least one relevant section of the work and possess such training or experience as would enable them to take charge of such a section of the work, • have adequate experience in dealing with other departments within their own organisations and with other bodies, • have adequate experience in the direction, supervision and control of staff, and • possess technical training and experience of a high standard and adequate administrative ability. Candidates must hold a clean, current, Class B Driving Licence and will be required to have access to his/her own car. The ideal candidate will: • possess good professional knowledge and skills; • be able to work independently or within multi-disciplined teams; • be capable of working on his/her own initiative; • possess good interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to engage with a wide range of people; • possess good organisation skills; • possess good IT and presentation skills including a working knowledge of AutoCAD. Experience in the use of G.I.S. software will be considered an advantage; • have a good understanding of safety management in the workplace including Health & Safety Legislation and Regulations. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: A Senior Executive Technician is responsible for the delivery of particular services to the public. The following is a non-exhaustive list of duties which may be assigned to a Senior Executive Technician: • providing technical services relevant to the area of responsibility to which he/she has been assigned e.g. site inspection, site surveying, creation of drawings and graphics, report writing; • management and supervision of staff assigned to him/her; • making decisions in relation to service delivery on a daily basis; • representing Galway County Council at a variety of meetings; • budget preparation and management of same; • policy formulation; • attend site and carry out inspections as required; • supervise contractors when required to ensure that all works are carried out as per specification and in compliance with requirements; • carry out all responsibilities in relation to health and safety including risk assessments; • operating the appropriate technology as required to carry out the work to which he/she has been assigned, e.g. CAD, Graphics, PowerPoint; Sugar CRM; SCOOT; • working as part of a team; • liaising with other Departments, members of the public and external agencies in relation to operational aspects of assigned work; • functioning as a Team Leader, this includes: prioritising work as determined by the Head of Department/Service, functioning as a facilitator and co-ordinator between team members and other departments and external agencies and being responsible for the allocation of work and ensuring task completion; • preparing estimates; • preparation of public consultation display material and assistance at public consultation; • managing workflows and producing regular progress reports on all aspects of area of responsibility; • contributing to individual staff development, personal development and team development initiatives, including PMDS; • being accountable for efficient and effective operation of his/her area of responsibility; • undertaking any course of training organised by the Council which he/she is designated to attend; • carry out any such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. The holder of the post will be required to have a good knowledge and awareness of Health & Safety Legislation Regulations, their implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. He/she will also be required to have an understanding of the role and duties of managers in safety management in the workplace. SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES: Candidates will demonstrate through their application form and at interview that they have: • excellent communication and interpersonal skills; • commitment to the public interest; • experience in one of the service areas set out above; • experience of budget preparation and management; • people management skills; • project management skills; • team membership skills; • satisfactory IT skills including knowledge and understanding relevant technical ICT packages; • understanding of core engineering principles. The ideal candidate for this position should possess the following competencies. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence of such competencies within their application form and at interview. Any short-listing or interview processes will be based on the information provided by candidates on their application form. Candidates must achieve a minimum 50% of the total marks available in each of the competencies to qualify for inclusion on a panel. DETAILS AND PARTICULARS PROBATION: Where a person is appointed to Galway County Council, the following provisions shall apply – a) there shall be a period after appointment takes effect, during which such a person shall hold the position on probation; b) such period shall be one year, but the Chief Executive may, at his discretion, extend such period; c) such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation, unless during this period the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory; d) the period at (a) above may be terminated on giving one weeks’ notice as per the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts; e) there will be assessments during the probationary period. REMUNERATION: Entry to the scale shall be determined having regard to Departmental Circulars. Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. €55,622 - €66,993 per year WORKING HOURS: 35 hours per week ANNUAL LEAVE: 30 days per annum RESIDENCE: The person holding the office must reside in, or at an address convenient to the Local Authority, as approved by the Chief Executive. GARDA VETTING: Garda vetting may be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for appointment. OUTSIDE EMPLOYMENT: The position is whole-time, and the officer may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties. SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION: If you join the public service for the first time, on or after the 1st January 2013, the Single Public Service Pension Scheme will apply to you. Superannuation contributions are as follows: 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration and 3% of pensionable remuneration. Pension and retirement lump sum will be based on career-average pay; pensions will be co-ordinated with the State Pension Contributory. The Single Pension Scheme is a Defined Benefit Pension Scheme. A person who becomes a pensionable employee of a local authority who is liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution and is in the public service prior to 1st January 2013, will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of 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). Contributions will also be applicable to the Spouse and Children’s pension scheme. A person who becomes a pensionable employee of a local authority who is liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of his/her superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration. A person may also be required, if applicable, in respect of the Local Government (Spouse and Children's Contributory Pension) Scheme, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme. Employees are admitted to the Local Government Superannuation Scheme in accordance with the terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Act 1998 and the Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, with effect from date of appointment. This Scheme is a Defined Benefit Scheme and provides for payment of a pension, retirement lump sum and death gratuity. Your retirement benefits are only payable at retirement, if you have completed the vesting period of two years.
Standards & Monitoring Officer
The National Disability Authority wishes to appoint a Standards and Monitoring Officer within the Centre for Excellence in Universal Design, Standards & Monitoring Department. It is expected that an initial vacancy to be filled from this panel will be a full-time, specific purpose role. This competition will result in the creation of a panel for full-time or part-time, permanent or temporary roles over the next two years. In the first instance the post holder will fulfil the duties of Standards and Monitoring Officer within NDA but may be redeployed at Higher Executive Officer level as needs arise within the agency. As Standards and Monitoring Officer the post holder will be required to provide technical advice and expertise in relation to the development and monitoring of standards relevant to programmes and services accessed by persons with disabilities. The post holder will also be required to promote Universal Design in standards and monitoring work, in order to include people with disabilities but also people of any age, size or ability. The person appointed will be part of the NDA’s Centre for Excellence in Universal Design, Standards and Monitoring (CEUDSM) Department and will report to the Head of Department or their nominee. The successful implementation of this role requires a number of key relationships to be fostered and developed. These will include relationships with colleagues and personnel from a range of agencies, including the public and private sectors and representative organisations of people of any age, size, ability or disability. A high degree of flexibility and creativity will be required. As a staff member, the holder of the post will be expected to work cross-functionally to actively contribute to and participate in the overall development of the NDA and to promote its policies at all times, to effectively represent the NDA, and to adhere to NDA values. Main Duties and Responsibilities The core duties and responsibilities will include the following: · To provide advice and expertise both internally and externally on the development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of codes of practice in relation to programmes and services for persons with disabilities and in the area of accessibility and Universal Design; · To assist in the development of guidance, performance indicators, and support the monitoring and implementation of codes of practice and standards as required with a focus on monitoring the implementation of the Code of Practice (COP) on the Accessibility of Public Services and Information provided by Public Bodies [1] . This COP also supports the implementation of the European Accessibility Act and SI636/23; · To assist and attend committee and working group meetings on standards and related topics, and to present information and advice at such meetings; · To provide advice on and contribute to the review and evaluation of existing standards; · To keep informed of, and monitor all developments pertaining to, standards and standards methodologies relating to disability and Universal Design; · To undertake research and information gathering on standards generally for people with disabilities but also in the wider context of Universal Design; · To effectively liaise and engage with external organisations as appropriate in information and data gathering; · To contribute to the research and policy analysis when necessary to underpin and provide evidence-based advice on standards, policy and practice; · To support and work closely with NDA’s Research, Policy and Public Affairs staff in cross-functional and interdepartmental projects; · To manage and support staff where required; · To carry out such other duties and undertake training as may be assigned and required from time to time. Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this Job Description should not be regarded as exhaustive in scope and may be added to or altered as required. Person Specification The essential requirements for the post of Standards and Monitoring Officer include: · Primary degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent knowledge with a minimum of 3 years relevant work experience at an appropriate level with experience of quality assurance, monitoring Codes of Practice or development of standards and/or guidance and /or quality assurance systems; · A demonstrated ability to monitor implementation of procedures, practices, policy or standards and to independently formulate advice and guidance based on research, evidence and best practice; · An aptitude for precision, attention to detail and commitment to quality results; · Good judgement, decision-making, analysis and problem-solving skills; · Excellent interpersonal skills with experience of influencing and interacting effectively with a range of external stakeholders, including statutory and non-statutory agencies; · Strong written and oral communication skills; · Demonstrated project management experience, ability to work on multiple projects and adaptable to change; · Evidence of an ability to work on own initiative complemented by a capacity to work well in both staff teams as well as external working groups; · Drive, initiative and flexibility; · A high degree of computer literacy, including knowledge and experience in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and graphic presentation software to compliment report and promotional activities. The following requirements are considered desirable for the post: · An understanding of the policy environment in Ireland; · Knowledge and experience of disability-related issues; · Experience in conducting qualitative and quantitative analysis and using statistical packages e.g. Excel, SPSS. Candidates’ Obligations Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify and will result in their exclusion from the process. Candidates must not · Knowingly or recklessly provide false information · Canvass any person with or without inducements · Interfere with or compromise the process in any way · A third party must not personate a candidate at any stage of the process · Any person who contravenes the above provisions or who assists another person in contravening the above provisions is guilty of an offence. A person who is found guilty of an offence is liable to a fine/or imprisonment. In addition, where a person found guilty of an offence was or is a candidate at a recruitment process, then: · Where he/she has not been appointed to a post, he/she will be disqualified as a candidate; and · Where he/she has been appointed subsequently to the recruitment process in question, he/she shall forfeit that appointment. Specific candidate criteria Candidates must · Have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned · Be suitable on the grounds of character · Be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned and if successful, they will not be appointed to the post unless they: · Agree to undertake the duties attached to the post and accept the conditions under which the duties are, or may be required to be, performed; · Are fully competent and available to undertake, and fully capable of undertaking, the duties attached to the position. Deeming of candidature to be withdrawn Candidates who do not attend for interview or other test when and where required by the National Disability Authority, or who do not, when requested, furnish such evidence as required by the Authority relevant to their candidature, will have no further claim to consideration. Citizenship Requirement Eligible candidates must be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who has a stamp 41 or a Stamp 5 visa 1 Please note that a 50 TEU visa, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer. Data Protection Act 2018 When your application is received, we create a record in your name, which contains much of the personal information you have supplied. This personal record is used solely in processing your candidature and as part of the recruitment process. Such information held by the NDA and the employing organisation is subject to the rights and obligations set out in the Data Protection Act 2018. For more information on how we retain and use your personal data, please review the National Disability Authority’s Privacy Policy which includes instructions on their right to withdraw consent at any point. To make a subject access request under the Data Protection Act 2018, please submit your request in writing to: Data Protection Officer, National Disability Authority, 25 Clyde Road, Dublin 4, or email dataprotection@nda.ie Ensure that you describe the records you seek in the greatest possible detail to enable us to identify the relevant record. Certain items of information, not specific to any individual, are extracted from records for general statistical purposes. Principal Conditions of Service Principal conditions of service will be applied in line with all relevant governmental circulars/procedures and policies applicable at time of placement. Salary Entry will be at the minimum of the scale of the Higher Executive Officer Standard Scale. The salary scale for the position is as follows: Pay scale with effect from 01 February 2026 for Civil Servants appointed on or after 6th April 1995 paying the Class A rate of PRSI contribution and making an employee contribution in respect of personal superannuation benefits (PPC): Higher Executive Officer Standard Scale – PPC €59,435 – €61,173 – €62,908 – €64,640 – €66,380 – €68,111 – €69,849 – €72,353 LSI1 – €75,788 LSI2. Higher Executive Officer Standard Scale €56,607 – €58,241 – €59,872 – €61,516 – €63,162 – €64,822 – €66,469 – €68,840 LSI1 – €72,108 LSI2. Entry will be at the first point of the scale. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving civil or public servant. Annual Leave · The annual leave allowance for the position of Higher Executive Officer is 29 days. · This allowance is subject to conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in the public sector and is based on a 5-day week, exclusive of public holidays. Hours of Work Hours of attendance will be not less than 35 hours net per week. Your normal working hours are from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. The NDA operates a blended working policy which requires a minimum attendance on site of two days per week. This requirement is dependent on the requirements of the role and will vary from time to time. Details of this arrangement are agreed locally with your line manager. Rest Periods The terms of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 will apply to this appointment. Place of work The National Disability Authority is currently located in 25 Clyde Road, Dublin, D04 E409. Tenure This is a Higher Executive Officer Panel (Full Time and/or Part Time, Permanent and/or Specific Purpose). You will be required to undergo a probationary period. Sick Leave Pay during sick absence will apply in accordance with the provisions of the Public Service Sick Leave Regulations. PRSI Officers who pay Class A rate of PRSI will be required to sign a mandate authorising the Department of Social Protection to pay any benefits due under the Social Welfare Acts directly to the National Disability Authority. Payment during illness will be subject to the officer making the necessary claims for social insurance benefit to the Department of Social Protection within the required time limits. Outside Employment Appointees to full-time positions may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business, which would interfere with the performance of official duties.
Group Human Resource Manager
Fota Island Resort and The Kingsley are seeking an experienced and dynamic Multi Property HR Manager to lead the people strategy across our growing hotel group. This role will support both properties ensuring best-in-class HR practices that enhance employee engagement, support operational excellence, and drive a strong culture of service. The successful candidate will partner with senior leadership and hotel management teams to deliver strategic HR initiatives while ensuring compliance with employment legislation and hospitality industry best practice. Responsibilities · Develop and implement the Group HR strategy aligned with business goals. · Partner with senior leadership and General Managers across the hotel portfolio. · Support organisational development and workforce planning across all properties. · Oversee recruitment strategies across all hotels and departments. · Develop talent pipelines and succession planning programmes. · Manage onboarding processes to ensure a consistent and positive employee experience. · Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, and performance management. · Promote a positive workplace culture and support employee engagement initiatives. · Design and implement learning and development programmes. · Support leadership development across management teams. · Ensure training compliance within hospitality standards. · Ensure all HR policies comply with employment legislation. · Maintain HR systems, reporting, and HR analytics. · Oversee payroll coordination and benefits administration. · Champion company values and employee wellbeing initiatives. · Drive retention strategies across the group. What we are looking for: · Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management · CIPD Membership · Proven senior HR leadership experience within a multi-property environment. · Strong commercial acumen, able to link people strategy to business outcomes and profitability in a hospitality setting. · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels and build strong relationships in a diverse workforce. · Experience in designing and delivering high-impact learning initiatives and leadership development programmes. · Excellent Coaching and problem solving skills · Strong knowledge of Irish employment legislation, best-practice HR frameworks and modern people-management approaches. · Demonstrated expertise in managing change, fostering culture, and driving employee engagement in dynamic service organisations. · A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work proactively across functions and contribute to the leadership team
Senior Manager Cyber Strategy
Job Title: : Senior Manager Cyber Strategy Vacancy ID : 100530 Vacancy Type : Permanent Post Date : 10-Apr-2026 Close Date : 26-Apr-2026 Your Role: The Senior Manager Cyber Strategy is a pivotal leadership role within the Bank¿s CISRO function, responsible for shaping, implementing, and advancing the organisation¿s Cyber and Information Security Strategy. Reporting to the Enterprise Security Architecture Senior Manager, this role is central to safeguarding the Bank¿s operations against evolving cyber threats, reducing operational risk, and ensuring robust compliance with regulatory obligations, including the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). The role also involves the direct management of a small team, including contractors and technical delivery managers, ensuring the team¿s effective contribution to strategic initiatives and project delivery. Your Team: This role is part of the Enterprise Security Architecture team, within the CISRO division. Reporting to the Enterprise Security Architect, Senior Manager. The Senior Manager Cyber Strategy operates within the CISRO function, which includes the following teams:
