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Location Any ATU Campus Essential Qualifications and Skills Minimum • Honours Primary Degree or equivalent professional qualification. • Five years relevant experience in higher education, public sector governance, quality assurance, regulatory affairs or academic administration in the public and/or private sector. Desirable Qualifications and Skills Desirable • Postgraduate qualification. • Experience in higher education administration. • Experience with large-scale information systems and data reporting. • Experience with the use and administration of Student Record Systems (SRS) and/or Customer Relationship Management systems. • Demonstrable experience in systems thinking and process improvement. • Demonstrable stakeholder engagement and collaborative working practices. • Experience working within regulatory and quality assurance frameworks. • Budget and resource management experience. • Experience of academic quality assurance and regulatory compliance in a higher education environment. • High level of ICT and information management skills. • Commitment to fairness, inclusivity, transparency and good governance. Overview of the Role The Office of the Registrar and Chief Academic Officer (R&CAO) has institutional responsibility for academic governance, policy, quality assurance and enhancement, academic planning and regulatory compliance across Atlantic Technological University. The Office of the Director of Academic Affairs and Quality (DAAQ) supports the coordination and implementation of these functions across the University. Reporting to the Director of Academic Affairs and Quality, the Academic Affairs Manager holds responsibility for the management, coordination and continuous improvement of core academic administration functions. In respect of the Flexible Programme Provision management portfolio, the postholder will work closely with, and have a dual reporting relationship to, the Vice President EDI, Online and Flexible Learning, who has leadership responsibility with respect to development of online and part-time learning. The role operates with a university-wide remit within a multi-campus structure and supports the implementation of academic regulations, policies and procedures as approved by Academic Council. The postholder plays a key leadership role in ensuring effective, scalable and student-centred service delivery across the full student lifecycle. Atlantic Technological University has a strong and distinctive profile in flexible, online and part-time provision, with one of the largest online learner cohorts in the Irish higher education sector. This provision spans undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and plays a key role in widening participation, supporting lifelong learning and enabling access for diverse learner groups. As the University continues to scale and integrate this provision, there is an increasing focus on the alignment, standardisation and enhancement of processes, systems and learner supports across all modes of delivery. The Academic Affairs Manager (Online and Part-time Provision) has responsibility for the advancement of flexible, online and part-time provision across the University, including the alignment and standardisation of processes. Accordingly, the postholder will manage the operationalisation of flexible programme provision and will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to align processes, systems and learner journeys across all modes of delivery. This includes leading the alignment and standardisation of admissions and learner administration processes for flexible and online provision, ensuring consistency, transparency and accessibility for diverse learner cohorts. Duties and Areas of Responsibility (as assigned) The duties set out below describe the scope of responsibilities within the Academic Affairs function. The postholder may be assigned responsibility for specific areas within this scope, and responsibilities may be varied over time in accordance with institutional need. • Lead the alignment and standardisation of end-to-end processes for flexible, online and part-time provision, including admissions and learner administration. • Drive the integration and optimisation of admissions, administration systems and data to support flexible and online provision at scale. • Work collaboratively with IT, Faculties and central functions to enhance system functionality, data integrity and user experience. • Support academic planning for flexible and online provision, including demand analysis, capacity planning and resource alignment. • Promote continuous improvement and innovation in the delivery and administration of flexible learning provision. • Support the implementation of academic regulations, policies and procedures as approved by Academic Council. • Provide data analysis, reporting and insights to support institutional decision-making and statutory reporting requirements. • Lead and contribute to process improvement, standardisation and operational efficiency across academic administration functions. • Work collaboratively with Faculties, Schools and central services to support effective academic operations. • Represent the Academic Affairs function on internal and external committees and engage with relevant stakeholders and agencies. • Contribute to institutional planning and strategic initiatives aligned to the University’s Strategic Plan. • Liaise with external agencies and stakeholders as required. • Represent the Academic Affairs function on internal and external committees and working groups. • Undertake such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Salary Senior Management Grade Salary Scale: €90,005 - €115,759 Candidates external to the sector may be appointed up to the 3rd Point (€96,318) of the Salary Scale in accordance with University Policy.
Academic Affairs Manager
Location Any ATU Campus Essential Qualifications and Skills Minimum • Honours Primary Degree or equivalent professional qualification. • Five years relevant experience in higher education, public sector governance, quality assurance, regulatory affairs or academic administration in the public and/or private sector. Desirable Qualifications and Skills Desirable • Postgraduate qualification. • Experience in higher education administration. • Experience with large-scale information systems and data reporting. • Experience with the use and administration of Student Record Systems (SRS) and/or Customer Relationship Management systems. • Demonstrable experience in systems thinking and process improvement. • Demonstrable stakeholder engagement and collaborative working practices. • Experience working within regulatory and quality assurance frameworks. • Budget and resource management experience. • Experience of academic quality assurance and regulatory compliance in a higher education environment. • High level of ICT and information management skills. • Commitment to fairness, inclusivity, transparency and good governance. Overview of the Role The Office of the Registrar and Chief Academic Officer (R&CAO) has institutional responsibility for academic governance, policy, quality assurance and enhancement, academic planning and regulatory compliance across Atlantic Technological University. The Office of the Director of Academic Affairs and Quality (DAAQ) supports the coordination and implementation of these functions across the University. Reporting to the Director of Academic Affairs and Quality, the Academic Affairs Manager holds responsibility for the management, coordination and continuous improvement of core academic administration functions. In respect of the Flexible Programme Provision management portfolio, the postholder will work closely with, and have a dual reporting relationship to, the Vice President EDI, Online and Flexible Learning, who has leadership responsibility with respect to development of online and part-time learning. The role operates with a university-wide remit within a multi-campus structure and supports the implementation of academic regulations, policies and procedures as approved by Academic Council. The postholder plays a key leadership role in ensuring effective, scalable and student-centred service delivery across the full student lifecycle. Atlantic Technological University has a strong and distinctive profile in flexible, online and part-time provision, with one of the largest online learner cohorts in the Irish higher education sector. This provision spans undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and plays a key role in widening participation, supporting lifelong learning and enabling access for diverse learner groups. As the University continues to scale and integrate this provision, there is an increasing focus on the alignment, standardisation and enhancement of processes, systems and learner supports across all modes of delivery. The Academic Affairs Manager (Online and Part-time Provision) has responsibility for the advancement of flexible, online and part-time provision across the University, including the alignment and standardisation of processes. Accordingly, the postholder will manage the operationalisation of flexible programme provision and will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to align processes, systems and learner journeys across all modes of delivery. This includes leading the alignment and standardisation of admissions and learner administration processes for flexible and online provision, ensuring consistency, transparency and accessibility for diverse learner cohorts. Duties and Areas of Responsibility (as assigned) The duties set out below describe the scope of responsibilities within the Academic Affairs function. The postholder may be assigned responsibility for specific areas within this scope, and responsibilities may be varied over time in accordance with institutional need. • Lead the alignment and standardisation of end-to-end processes for flexible, online and part-time provision, including admissions and learner administration. • Drive the integration and optimisation of admissions, administration systems and data to support flexible and online provision at scale. • Work collaboratively with IT, Faculties and central functions to enhance system functionality, data integrity and user experience. • Support academic planning for flexible and online provision, including demand analysis, capacity planning and resource alignment. • Promote continuous improvement and innovation in the delivery and administration of flexible learning provision. • Support the implementation of academic regulations, policies and procedures as approved by Academic Council. • Provide data analysis, reporting and insights to support institutional decision-making and statutory reporting requirements. • Lead and contribute to process improvement, standardisation and operational efficiency across academic administration functions. • Work collaboratively with Faculties, Schools and central services to support effective academic operations. • Represent the Academic Affairs function on internal and external committees and engage with relevant stakeholders and agencies. • Contribute to institutional planning and strategic initiatives aligned to the University’s Strategic Plan. • Liaise with external agencies and stakeholders as required. • Represent the Academic Affairs function on internal and external committees and working groups. • Undertake such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Salary Senior Management Grade Salary Scale: €90,005 - €115,759 Candidates external to the sector may be appointed up to the 3rd Point (€96,318) of the Salary Scale in accordance with University Policy.
Academic Affairs Manager
Location Any ATU Campus Essential Qualifications and Skills Minimum • Honours Primary Degree or equivalent professional qualification. • Five years relevant experience in higher education, public sector governance, quality assurance, regulatory affairs or academic administration in the public and/or private sector. Desirable Qualifications and Skills Desirable • Postgraduate qualification. • Experience in higher education administration. • Experience with large-scale information systems and data reporting. • Experience with the use and administration of Student Record Systems (SRS) and/or Customer Relationship Management systems. • Demonstrable experience in systems thinking and process improvement. • Demonstrable stakeholder engagement and collaborative working practices. • Experience working within regulatory and quality assurance frameworks. • Budget and resource management experience. • Experience of academic quality assurance and regulatory compliance in a higher education environment. • High level of ICT and information management skills. • Commitment to fairness, inclusivity, transparency and good governance. Overview of the Role The Office of the Registrar and Chief Academic Officer (R&CAO) has institutional responsibility for academic governance, policy, quality assurance and enhancement, academic planning and regulatory compliance across Atlantic Technological University. The Office of the Director of Academic Affairs and Quality (DAAQ) supports the coordination and implementation of these functions across the University. Reporting to the Director of Academic Affairs and Quality, the Academic Affairs Manager holds responsibility for the management, coordination and continuous improvement of core academic administration functions. In respect of the Flexible Programme Provision management portfolio, the postholder will work closely with, and have a dual reporting relationship to, the Vice President EDI, Online and Flexible Learning, who has leadership responsibility with respect to development of online and part-time learning. The role operates with a university-wide remit within a multi-campus structure and supports the implementation of academic regulations, policies and procedures as approved by Academic Council. The postholder plays a key leadership role in ensuring effective, scalable and student-centred service delivery across the full student lifecycle. Atlantic Technological University has a strong and distinctive profile in flexible, online and part-time provision, with one of the largest online learner cohorts in the Irish higher education sector. This provision spans undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and plays a key role in widening participation, supporting lifelong learning and enabling access for diverse learner groups. As the University continues to scale and integrate this provision, there is an increasing focus on the alignment, standardisation and enhancement of processes, systems and learner supports across all modes of delivery. The Academic Affairs Manager (Online and Part-time Provision) has responsibility for the advancement of flexible, online and part-time provision across the University, including the alignment and standardisation of processes. Accordingly, the postholder will manage the operationalisation of flexible programme provision and will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to align processes, systems and learner journeys across all modes of delivery. This includes leading the alignment and standardisation of admissions and learner administration processes for flexible and online provision, ensuring consistency, transparency and accessibility for diverse learner cohorts. Duties and Areas of Responsibility (as assigned) The duties set out below describe the scope of responsibilities within the Academic Affairs function. The postholder may be assigned responsibility for specific areas within this scope, and responsibilities may be varied over time in accordance with institutional need. • Lead the alignment and standardisation of end-to-end processes for flexible, online and part-time provision, including admissions and learner administration. • Drive the integration and optimisation of admissions, administration systems and data to support flexible and online provision at scale. • Work collaboratively with IT, Faculties and central functions to enhance system functionality, data integrity and user experience. • Support academic planning for flexible and online provision, including demand analysis, capacity planning and resource alignment. • Promote continuous improvement and innovation in the delivery and administration of flexible learning provision. • Support the implementation of academic regulations, policies and procedures as approved by Academic Council. • Provide data analysis, reporting and insights to support institutional decision-making and statutory reporting requirements. • Lead and contribute to process improvement, standardisation and operational efficiency across academic administration functions. • Work collaboratively with Faculties, Schools and central services to support effective academic operations. • Represent the Academic Affairs function on internal and external committees and engage with relevant stakeholders and agencies. • Contribute to institutional planning and strategic initiatives aligned to the University’s Strategic Plan. • Liaise with external agencies and stakeholders as required. • Represent the Academic Affairs function on internal and external committees and working groups. • Undertake such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Salary Senior Management Grade Salary Scale: €90,005 - €115,759 Candidates external to the sector may be appointed up to the 3rd Point (€96,318) of the Salary Scale in accordance with University Policy.
Academic Affairs Manager
Location Any ATU Campus Essential Qualifications and Skills Minimum • Honours Primary Degree or equivalent professional qualification. • Five years relevant experience in higher education, public sector governance, quality assurance, regulatory affairs or academic administration in the public and/or private sector. Desirable Qualifications and Skills Desirable • Postgraduate qualification. • Experience in higher education administration. • Experience with large-scale information systems and data reporting. • Experience with the use and administration of Student Record Systems (SRS) and/or Customer Relationship Management systems. • Demonstrable experience in systems thinking and process improvement. • Demonstrable stakeholder engagement and collaborative working practices. • Experience working within regulatory and quality assurance frameworks. • Budget and resource management experience. • Experience of academic quality assurance and regulatory compliance in a higher education environment. • High level of ICT and information management skills. • Commitment to fairness, inclusivity, transparency and good governance. Overview of the Role The Office of the Registrar and Chief Academic Officer (R&CAO) has institutional responsibility for academic governance, policy, quality assurance and enhancement, academic planning and regulatory compliance across Atlantic Technological University. The Office of the Director of Academic Affairs and Quality (DAAQ) supports the coordination and implementation of these functions across the University. Reporting to the Director of Academic Affairs and Quality, the Academic Affairs Manager holds responsibility for the management, coordination and continuous improvement of core academic administration functions. In respect of the Flexible Programme Provision management portfolio, the postholder will work closely with, and have a dual reporting relationship to, the Vice President EDI, Online and Flexible Learning, who has leadership responsibility with respect to development of online and part-time learning. The role operates with a university-wide remit within a multi-campus structure and supports the implementation of academic regulations, policies and procedures as approved by Academic Council. The postholder plays a key leadership role in ensuring effective, scalable and student-centred service delivery across the full student lifecycle. Atlantic Technological University has a strong and distinctive profile in flexible, online and part-time provision, with one of the largest online learner cohorts in the Irish higher education sector. This provision spans undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and plays a key role in widening participation, supporting lifelong learning and enabling access for diverse learner groups. As the University continues to scale and integrate this provision, there is an increasing focus on the alignment, standardisation and enhancement of processes, systems and learner supports across all modes of delivery. The Academic Affairs Manager (Online and Part-time Provision) has responsibility for the advancement of flexible, online and part-time provision across the University, including the alignment and standardisation of processes. Accordingly, the postholder will manage the operationalisation of flexible programme provision and will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to align processes, systems and learner journeys across all modes of delivery. This includes leading the alignment and standardisation of admissions and learner administration processes for flexible and online provision, ensuring consistency, transparency and accessibility for diverse learner cohorts. Duties and Areas of Responsibility (as assigned) The duties set out below describe the scope of responsibilities within the Academic Affairs function. The postholder may be assigned responsibility for specific areas within this scope, and responsibilities may be varied over time in accordance with institutional need. • Lead the alignment and standardisation of end-to-end processes for flexible, online and part-time provision, including admissions and learner administration. • Drive the integration and optimisation of admissions, administration systems and data to support flexible and online provision at scale. • Work collaboratively with IT, Faculties and central functions to enhance system functionality, data integrity and user experience. • Support academic planning for flexible and online provision, including demand analysis, capacity planning and resource alignment. • Promote continuous improvement and innovation in the delivery and administration of flexible learning provision. • Support the implementation of academic regulations, policies and procedures as approved by Academic Council. • Provide data analysis, reporting and insights to support institutional decision-making and statutory reporting requirements. • Lead and contribute to process improvement, standardisation and operational efficiency across academic administration functions. • Work collaboratively with Faculties, Schools and central services to support effective academic operations. • Represent the Academic Affairs function on internal and external committees and engage with relevant stakeholders and agencies. • Contribute to institutional planning and strategic initiatives aligned to the University’s Strategic Plan. • Liaise with external agencies and stakeholders as required. • Represent the Academic Affairs function on internal and external committees and working groups. • Undertake such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Salary Senior Management Grade Salary Scale: €90,005 - €115,759 Candidates external to the sector may be appointed up to the 3rd Point (€96,318) of the Salary Scale in accordance with University Policy.
Recreation Attendant
Essential Qualifications / Experience Candidate must have: • Experience of working or assisting in a sports environment including safe use and maintenance of sports and fitness equipment. Desirable Qualifications / Experience It is desirable that candidate has: • A suitable qualification or training in sport / exercise or equivalent. • A suitable qualification or training in fitness / exercise instruction. • Experience of working with children, students, others, special needs groups and community groups. • Experience in safe use and maintenance of sports equipment. • Experience in event planning and preparation. • In date first aid skills. Overview of the Role ATU Donegal Sports Centre located in An Dánlann includes a multipurpose hall, fitness suite, climbing wall, grass pitch, meeting rooms, associated changing facilities, etc. ATU Sport Donegal is seeking a post of a part time Recreation Attendant (29 hours per week) who will deliver upon several Sports Centre duties and programmes and help generate sports initiatives and opportunities. These duties include delivering upon the ATU Sport Donegal Active Campus programme, Personal Training, leading out on children’s activity programmes / camps and assisting in the daily operation and development of the Centre. The successful candidate will be expected to: • Have good communication skills and an ability to work on their own initiative. • Engage with, and have a desire and ability to work with, a wider ATU Sport Donegal team. • Plan and execute sport / recreation programmes. • Have fitness / exercise instruction qualifications / skills or training and knowledge in safe exercise instruction. • Be able to prepare, set-up and maintain facilities and equipment as required for sports and other events. • Work weekend and hours outside of allocated shifts, to cater for event preparation and hosting. • Assist with groups / individuals in their activities. Duties • Deliver / instruct exercise and fitness activities, such as personal training, exercise classes, summer / Easter camps and gym inductions. • Contribute to and deliver upon promotional ideas for the Sports Centre including effective communication strategies to target audiences. • Daily cleaning of equipment and facilities. • Reception duties and administration work, i.e. bookings and record keeping. • Preparing and furnishing the hall / spaces for sports and other events, including set-up, clearance, and storage. • Ensuring safe use of facilities, equipment, and conditions for users. • Opening and lock-up duties. • Attending staff meetings and staff training as required. • Any other Sports Centre related duty as deemed necessary. Salary Attendant New Entrant Salary Scale: €36,540 - €40,880 (salary will be pro-rated in line with hours) Hours of Work 29 hours per week, including evenings and weekends but with occasional daytime hours. Due to the nature of the role flexibility regarding work arrangements will be required. Availability is required for the annual children’s recreation programme (Easter Camp, June School Days Out, July Summer Camp).
Erasmus Coordinator
Essential Qualifications and Skills Candidates must: • Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role to a high standard. • Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. • Have obtained at least Grade O6 (formerly D3) in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (Higher, Ordinary, Applied or Vocational Programmes) or equivalent, or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as being comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher, or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise. Desirable Qualifications and Skills • Honours Bachelor's Degree (2.2) in any discipline. • Previous experience in a similar role advising students on Study Abroad opportunities. • Ability to work on own initiative, manage own workload and work within a team. • Have a full, clean driving licence and access to a car, as well as a willingness to drive for work-related purposes when requested. • Able to travel internationally to key markets up to four weeks per year, if required by ATU Global. • Fluency in a European spoken language would be advantageous. • Evidence of previous experience dealing with or advising international students, or promoting Study Abroad in a higher education setting. • Previous experience of organising events for students. • Strong project management skills. • Excellent time management and budget management skills and demonstrate an ability to multitask effectively. • Experience of information systems and database management. • Proficient in social media marketing, for example content creation, vlogs and blogs, to support Study Abroad promotional campaigns. • Ability to deal with highly confidential information in a very discreet manner. • Supervisory skills in a small team environment. Overview of the Role ATU is a proud holder of the Erasmus+ Charter. Erasmus+ is the European Union's programme to support education, training, youth and sport in Europe. The successful applicant will develop, monitor and manage the university's portfolio of Erasmus+ student and staff mobility projects (for example, Key Action (KA) 131 and KA171), collaborate with ATU students and staff to promote and showcase Erasmus+ mobility, collaborate with Erasmus+ partner institutions including those from the EU GREEN alliance, and maintain a strong working relationship with the Irish National Agency for Erasmus+ at the HEA. In particular, the postholder will be responsible for raising the profile of the Erasmus+ programme across the university and effectively supporting applications to a range of Key Actions to support the four faculties, in line with the emerging Global Engagement Strategy. The successful applicant will report to the Head of the Partnerships Team (ATU Global) and be based on the Sligo campus. The role will require strong time, project and budget management and reporting skills. Duties • The appointee will work closely with colleagues across ATU Sligo's academic and professional services departments to ensure that the university meets and maintains its strategic targets in relation to Global Engagement and is in compliance with all relevant policies and procedures, as well as support and pastoral care guidelines such as those stipulated under TrustEd Ireland, working in close collaboration with colleagues from the ATU Global Student Experience Team. • The appointee will work closely with colleagues from ATU Global at ATU Donegal and ATU Galway-Mayo to increase efficiencies regarding ATU's overall international activities, with particular reference to Erasmus Mobility initiatives linked to KA131 and KA171. • The appointee will be responsible for overseeing ATU's commitments under the Erasmus Charter 2021-2027. Compliance with the Charter is essential to sustain all Erasmus+ funding which the university receives for supporting student and staff mobility. • The appointee will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of the Erasmus Without Papers (EWP) initiative for ATU Global and the associated SOP Mobility Online system, which has become mandatory under the Erasmus Charter. • Coordinating and generating reports in advance of Erasmus+ audit and monitoring visits, as executed by the Irish National Agency for Erasmus+ (HEA) on behalf of the European Commission. • Assist in implementing contracts for international services, memoranda of understanding, inter-institutional agreements (IIAs) and agency agreements. • Draft Inter-Institutional Agreements (IIAs), Learning Agreements, Teaching and Training Agreements, Grant Agreements and review relevant Expense Claim Forms. • Utilise the Erasmus+ Mobility Tool/Beneficiary Module to record all information on project activities and complete and submit Progress Reports, Interim Reports and Final Reports in a timely fashion. • Maintain meticulous records and budgets under the various cost centres overseen by the Partnerships Team, with particular reference to KA131, KA171 and the general ATU Global Office budget. • Work closely with the Finance Office to ensure accurate financial reconciliations are completed each year, carefully monitoring and tracking all income and expenditure in relation to Erasmus+ funding. • Maintain an accurate database of inbound and outbound students and ensure accurate reconciliation of ATU Global's financial records to ensure international student payment requests are correct and processed in a timely fashion. • Promote student and staff mobility on campus to increase the number of ATU students engaging in Study Abroad programmes, including the Erasmus+ Programme and mobilities in other key non-EU territories. • Liaise with counterparts at TUA, Education in Ireland, the HEA and Enterprise Ireland on matters relating to joint showcasing, student mobility and other relevant activities. • Facilitate and support the compilation of interim and final annual activity reports on successful bids as required by the HEA, the European Commission and other bodies. • Work closely with the Office Administration Team, the Student Services Team, Students' Union and Faculty Managers regarding the provision of services for international students, including pastoral care, induction and orientation, and a calendar of support and social events. • Provide pre-departure and post-arrival advice and pastoral care support to international students. • Administer applications from international students, including liaising with Heads of Department and others involved in the admissions process. • Communicate application decisions promptly to applicants, agents and/or university/Erasmus partners. • Track acceptances against allocated places in association with Heads of School and Departments. • Engage with ATU's European University Alliance partners to support the flow of reciprocal mobilities by working closely with the dedicated ATU EU GREEN team. • Provide other administrative support and organisational tasks as may be required from time to time by the Director of International Engagement (Partnerships Team) or another designated officer. Duties Specific to the Role • The appointee may be assigned to any of a very wide range of areas or activities carried out in the University, across any of its campuses. • Appointees at this grade would have supervisory responsibility and would normally work under the direction of a higher grade or senior officer for a section of the University's activities. The section would normally have a moderate-sized staff of two or more levels. The jobholder would be responsible for most of the decisions taken within the section. The work of the section would be reasonably complex and broad in scope. • Alternatively, the appointee may be assigned as a secretary, involving the provision of a range of supportive services, including typing and audio typing to a senior officer, committee, school or department, and involving access to and processing of significant confidential information. • The role could also involve supporting staff in research, collection and collation of reasonably complex material and the preparation of reports and submissions. • The job would involve regular contact with students, staff, the public and organisations and individuals at all levels, where discretion, tact and courtesy would have to be constantly exercised. • The jobholder would be required to take decisions involving the conscious exercise of judgement. • All jobs demand a good knowledge of and skill in the use of Information and Communication Technologies, and appointees will be expected to use new techniques and technologies as they arise. The University will provide the necessary training as appropriate. • Following appointment, the appointee will be assigned to a particular location. Universities may operate a number of different locations in addition to the main campus. On assignment to the particular post, the University will provide a detailed list of duties and responsibilities applicable to the post. Salary Scale Grade V Salary Scale: €52,763 - €63,107 Candidates external to the sector may be appointed up to the 3rd point (€61,569) of the Salary Scale in accordance with University Policy.
ICT Officer
Nature of Post This post is a technical post within the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Section of LMETB. The successful candidate will report to a Grade VI under the direction of the APO Head of ICT. This is a challenging role within a team providing support to over 3,000 staff and over 30,000 learners (including primary, post-primary, FET and Special Education) across both Louth and Meath. The role will suit individuals with good hands-on experience of working in an ICT environment supporting a diverse client base, who are self-starters and capable of working in a highly complex, fast-paced support function with minimal supervision. The successful candidate will be expected to work unsociable hours on occasion to meet the business needs of the section. Salary Scale €52,762 - €63,109 (including two long service increments). As per DES guidelines, new appointees who are entering this grade for the first time will start at the minimum point of the scale. However, incremental credit may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is already a serving Civil or Public Servant. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Annual Leave 25 working days per annum (pro rata). Location Appointment is to the Louth and Meath Education and Training Board Scheme. Initial assignment will be to LMETB's ICT Section. Reporting/Accountability Relationship The Grade V reports to the Grade VI. Post Summary/Purpose The successful applicant will have responsibility for the day-to-day administration of work within a section, including technical matters, and will have supervisory responsibility, under the general direction of a higher grade, ensuring that targets and service levels in the ICT Section are achieved and that work undertaken is accurate and in compliance with legislation, DES guidelines and internal procedures. The role also involves providing senior technical leadership, ensuring robust deployment and management of devices, phones and hardware, while overseeing procurement and purchasing processes for IT equipment. Core Technical ResponsibilitiesDeployment and Management of Hardware • Oversee installation, configuration and maintenance of phones, laptops, desktops, tablets and other end-user devices. • Manage inventory and lifecycle of IT hardware, ensuring timely upgrades and replacements. • Work with local staff responsible for stock to ensure compliance and suitability. • Implement and monitor device security policies, including encryption and remote wipe. Network and Systems Support • Ensure reliable connectivity across LMETB sites, including AMTCE and FET centres. • Manage integration of new hardware with existing systems and platforms. • Troubleshoot complex technical issues escalated from frontline support. • Act as an escalation point for FET service users to ensure speedy and efficient resolution of tickets and issues. Procurement and Asset ManagementProcurement Assistance • Liaise with suppliers and procurement teams to source IT equipment and services. • Ensure compliance with LMETB procurement policies and public sector regulations. • Evaluate vendor proposals and recommend cost-effective, high-quality solutions. Purchasing Oversight • Manage purchasing workflows for IT hardware and software. • Maintain accurate records of purchases, warranties and service agreements. • Monitor budget allocations for IT assets and report variances. Service Development and Expansion • Support technology rollouts for AMTCE advanced manufacturing systems and FET digital learning platforms. • Coordinate deployment of specialised equipment for training labs and virtual classrooms. • Ensure scalability and resilience of IT infrastructure to meet growing service demands. Governance and Compliance • Maintain asset registers and ensure adherence to data protection and cybersecurity standards. • Prepare reports for audits and compliance reviews related to IT procurement and asset management. • Act as a support to LMETB's ISMS efforts ETB-wide, with a particular focus on FET provisions. Eligibility CriteriaHealth and Character Those under consideration for a position may, at the discretion of the employer, be required to complete a health and character declaration and a Garda Vetting Form. References will be sought. Citizenship Requirement Candidates should note that eligibility to compete for posts is open to: • Citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA), or • Non-EEA nationals with a valid work permit. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply. Essential Requirements Per Circular Letter 46/2017, candidates for a Grade V Officer post by confined competition must: • Have the requisite knowledge, skills and competencies to carry out the role. Competencies required are set out below and are informed by best practice Public Appointments Service competency frameworks for the Irish Public Service. • Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard. • Have obtained at least Grade D3 in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination (Higher, Ordinary, Applied or Vocational Programmes) or equivalent, or have passed an examination at the appropriate level within the QQI qualifications framework which can be assessed as comparable to Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent or higher, or have appropriate relevant experience which encompasses equivalent skills and expertise. • For confined competition from the Education and Training Sector Candidate Pool, candidates must also have at least two years in a Grade III post, or equivalent or higher, in the Education and Training Sector. • For the purposes of filling vacancies in Grades IV, V, VI and VII in ETBs only, at least two years' service in an ETB Caretaker Grade will also be considered valid. • Have successfully completed their probation period or have successfully completed a probation period at a lower eligible grade. • Have access to their own transportation. Desirable Criteria • A qualification in an ICT field, Networking, Software Development or related discipline. • Experience working in a technical capacity in an education environment. • Proven ability to meet deadlines and identify and resolve problems. • Numeracy skills, attention to detail and accuracy. • A high level of knowledge of the work of the Scheme or the capability to develop such knowledge. • Strong communication skills, both written and oral. • Excellent administrative and IT skills. • Well-developed decision-making capabilities. Competencies Required The appointee to the Grade V post will be required to show evidence of the following competencies: People Management • Consults and encourages the full engagement of the team, encouraging open and constructive discussions around work issues. • Gets the best out of individuals and the team, encouraging good performance and addressing any performance issues that may arise. • Values and supports the development of others and the team. • Encourages and supports new and more effective ways of working. • Deals with tensions within the team in a constructive fashion. • Encourages, listens to and acts on feedback from the team to make improvements. • Actively shares information, knowledge and expertise to help the team meet its objectives. Analysis and Decision Making • Effectively deals with a wide range of information sources, investigating all relevant issues. • Understands the practical implications of information in relation to the broader context in which he/she works, including procedures and divisional objectives. • Identifies and understands key issues and trends. • Correctly extracts and interprets numerical information, conducting accurate numerical calculations. • Draws accurate conclusions and makes balanced and fair recommendations backed up with evidence. Delivery of Results • Takes ownership of tasks and is determined to see them through to a satisfactory conclusion. • Is logical and pragmatic in approach, setting objectives and delivering the best possible results with the resources available through effective prioritisation. • Constructively challenges existing approaches to improve efficient customer service delivery. • Accurately estimates time parameters for projects, making contingencies to overcome obstacles. • Minimises errors, reviewing learning and ensuring remedies are in place. • Maximises the input of their team in ensuring effective delivery of results. • Ensures proper service delivery procedures, protocols and reviews are in place and implemented. Interpersonal and Communication Skills • Modifies communication approach to suit the needs of a situation or audience. • Actively listens to the views of others. • Liaises with other groups to gain co-operation. • Negotiates, where necessary, in order to reach a satisfactory outcome. • Maintains a focus on dealing with customers in an effective, efficient and respectful manner. • Is assertive and professional when dealing with challenging issues. • Expresses themselves in a clear and articulate manner when speaking and in writing. Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development • Displays high levels of skills and expertise in their own area and provides guidance to colleagues. • Has a clear understanding of the role, objectives and targets and how they support the service delivered by the unit and the Department/Organisation and can communicate this to the team. • Leads by example, demonstrating the importance of development by setting time aside for development initiatives for themselves and the team. Drive and Commitment to Public Service Values • Is committed to the role, consistently striving to perform at a high level. • Demonstrates flexibility and openness to change. • Is resilient and perseveres to obtain objectives despite obstacles or setbacks. • Ensures that customer service is at the heart of their own and their team's work. • Is personally honest and trustworthy. • Acts with integrity and encourages this in others.
General Operator
Whether it's running a production line, checking quality, or supporting your team during our busiest times, as a General Operator at Ferrero Cork , you'll play an essential part in making sure every product meets the high standards our consumers expect. This role is based on a rotating 3 and 4 shift pattern, consisting of 12-hour morning and night shifts, including weekends. Flexibility is important, as shift patterns may change to support the needs of the department. In this role, you will maintain organisational standards and ensure the smooth operation of the machine and production line. As a General Operator, you will perform regular quality and production checks, recording results as required. You will be responsible for meeting production targets, ensuring that the correct quantities are produced as per plan, and performing regular quality and production checks while recording results as required. Working at Ferrero Cork as a General Operator, your role will focus on maintaining housekeeping and hygiene standards within your work area and supporting waste management processes and sustainability initiatives. Additionally, you will demonstrate a competent understanding of the production process and support the changeover process, ensuring all materials from previous production runs are cleared. Ensuring the promotion of safety awareness and responsibility across the team and work area will be an important part of your role. The General Operator will also play an important role in assisting with the training and onboarding of new employees. Finally, you will complete all duties meticulously and in accordance with company standards while ensuring that all relevant documentation is completed in collaboration with Section Leaders and Management. Any accidents or incidents must be reported promptly to the Section Leader or Manager. This role could be a great fit for you if you're a team player who enjoys supporting others and working collaboratively. You'll bring enthusiasm to learn new skills, flexibility to adapt to different tasks, and the reliability to keep things running smoothly. We're looking for people who can balance variety with focus, enjoying the fast pace while maintaining concentration on repetitive tasks when needed. An eye for detail, good timekeeping, and a positive "can-do" attitude are all key.
Staff Officer
The Role The Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly is currently inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the post of Staff Officer . The Staff Officer is a junior management position within the Regional Assembly. A Staff Officer will generally work under the direction and management of a Senior Staff Officer, Administrative Officer or analogous grade and may, from time to time, be required to deputise for more senior staff. In the first instance, the Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly is recruiting for a Staff Officer to be appointed to the Corporate/Finance/HR/IT Section to coordinate the administrative functions of the Assembly. The successful candidate will be based in the Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly offices in Ballymun, Dublin 9. The Staff Officer will assist with the implementation of work programmes to achieve goals, targets and standards set out in Departmental Circulars and Common Provision Regulations and ensure that the Assembly is compliant in its roles and functions in financial management. The Staff Officer will be expected to use initiative and work to a high standard and will be required to operate EMRA's existing and future IT systems as part of their work. The Staff Officer role requires excellent administrative, interpersonal, communication and other particular skills and expertise depending on assignment. The successful candidate will be expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision-making. General Duties The duties include, but are not limited to: • Support the Senior Staff Officer, Administrative Officer or designated Senior Official to ensure the section work programmes are implemented to deliver on the Assembly's Corporate Plan and Operational Plans. • Support the Senior Staff Officer, Administrative Officer or another nominated Senior Official to communicate, implement and manage all change management initiatives within the relevant area of responsibility. • Take a lead role in the financial administration of the Assembly, such as oversight of payroll and financial management. • Support the preparation of timely financial reports and payment applications in relation to EU programmes and projects delivered by the Assembly. • Carry out verifications that the projects delivered under any of the Assembly's funding programmes comply with the relevant legislation. • Keep up to date with changes in relevant legislation, departmental memos and circulars and apply the necessary changes in procedures and processes. • Ensure full compliance with all organisational policies, procedures and processes in place. • Support the implementation of good practices with transparent reporting and communications to deliver accountable services within the organisation. • Communicate and liaise effectively with employees, supervisors and managers in other sections, senior managers and stakeholders in relation to operational matters for their section. • Work with colleagues to prepare and present reports as necessary, including the preparation of reports or letters which may be sensitive and/or confidential in nature. Essential RequirementsCharacter Each candidate must be of good character. Health Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education, Training and Experience On the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, candidates shall have: (i) (a) 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: The minimum retirement age is aligned with the State Contributory Pension age (currently 66 years). Maximum retirement age: 70 years. 4. Salary Local Government Staff Officer (Grade 5): €52,761 - €54,337 - €55,946 - €57,589 - €59,244 - €61,173 (LSI 1) - €63,109 (LSI 2) Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Persons who are not serving Local Authority employees on or after 1 January 2011 will be placed on the minimum of the scale. 5. Hours of Work 35 hours per week. The successful applicant will be expected to work outside normal office hours, including weekends if necessary, without additional remuneration and to travel within Europe. Flexi Leave arrangements may apply. The Assembly reserves the right to alter your hours of work from time to time. 6. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement for the position will be 30 days per year pro rata . 7. Retirement 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 is subject to a compulsory retirement age of 65 years . The maximum retirement age for new entrants as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years . 8. Residence Post holders shall reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Ballymun, Co. Dublin. The Director of the Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly reserves the right to assign the post holder to any premises, now or in the future, subject to reasonable notice. 9. Start Date The Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly shall require the successful candidate to take up their appointment within a reasonable period. Should they fail to take up the appointment within an agreed period, the Assembly may, at its discretion, decide not to appoint them.
Mentoring Programme Officer and Comhairle na nÓg Co-Ordinator
Key Responsibilities The Mentoring Programme Officer and Comhairle na nÓg Co-Ordinator will be employed by Foróige on an ongoing 4-day contract. It must be understood that if the position becomes redundant at any time during the period of the contract, or if the funding of the post is discontinued, or if a post holder fails to perform satisfactorily, employment may be terminated. Key Responsibilities Mentoring The duties of the Programme Officer, in carrying out any functions which may be involved in or arise out of the appointment, shall be as notified by the Organisation's National Council and/or its Chief Executive from time to time. These duties will include: ● Implementing and operating the Mentoring Programme locally in the Longford and Offaly regions. ● Recruiting volunteer mentors, assessing their suitability and providing training, ongoing support and recognition. ● Liaising and networking with key referral agencies to seek referrals of young people aged 8–18 years to the programme, conducting an intake process to assess the programme's suitability to meet the needs of these young people. ● Setting up and supervising matches between young people and volunteer mentors and providing support to the young people, volunteer mentors and parents/guardians as appropriate. ● Organising and facilitating group activities for matches. ● Implementing a case management approach to the role using the programme's Salesforce system. ● Operating efficient office procedures in line with GDPR requirements and recording HR and financial data using Foróige's HR and financial data processing system. ● Attending team meetings and preparing written reports as required for Management and Funders. ● Any such other duties as the National Council and/or the Chief Executive shall deem necessary for the effective implementation of the policy and programmes of Foróige and the Mentoring Programme. Comhairle na nÓg These duties will include: ● Ensuring that regular meetings of Longford Comhairle na nÓg take place. ● Being responsible for organising, planning and facilitating meetings of the Longford Comhairle na nÓg and assisting the members in drawing up meeting agendas and organising necessary requirements for meetings. ● Progressing key issues identified by Longford Comhairle na nÓg. ● Working with the Comhairle to build their capacity to enable them to identify and research issues of concern to young people, agree a work programme and prioritise areas of work on an ongoing basis. ● Enabling the development of the capacity of the Comhairle to carry out their role in representing the views and perspectives of young people in Longford on decision-making structures at local and national levels. He/She will provide training, support, advice and guidance to members, empowering them to become effective leaders. ● Promoting Longford Comhairle na nÓg. ● Empowering young people to be fully involved in Longford Comhairle na nÓg. ● Supporting Longford Comhairle na nÓg in their committee positions. ● Providing ongoing training and support to Comhairle. Supporting the Functions of the Advisory Committee and Developing Links with Key Agencies ● Co-ordination of meetings, AGM, Agenda Days, events and seminars. ● Working to support the Comhairle in the planning and co-ordination of meetings, the Annual General Meeting, events and seminars that are an integral part of the Longford Comhairle na nÓg. Administration of Project ● Carrying out all administrative responsibilities of the post, including report writing, budgeting and recording of work in relation to Longford Comhairle na nÓg. Professional Qualifications and Experience (D: Desirable; E: Essential) ● Education to National Diploma or Degree standard, preferably in Youth, Justice or Health Promotion work. (E) ● Access to a car and a full Irish driving licence. (E) ● Relevant paid or voluntary experience working with young people. (D) ● Experience and understanding of mentoring would be an advantage. (D) ● Experience of using Salesforce or another case management system. (D) Person Specification (Essential) ● Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with young people. ● Ability to be proactive, use own initiative and work effectively within a pressurised environment. ● Positive and flexible approach to working as part of a national team. ● Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to draft summary information and correspondence. ● Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise with a wide range of contacts and build and maintain effective working relationships. ● Excellent standards of accuracy and attention to detail. ● Ability to follow organisational guidelines and processes. ● Knowledge and experience of systems, processing and administration, including the use of Google Workspace. ● Flexibility in relation to hours of work to meet the needs of the role. Benefits to Support You Salary: Foróige Youth Officer Salary Scale: €38,558, €40,163, €41,769, €43,376, €44,982, €46,592, €48,201, €50,601, €53,001. The highest starting point for this role will be Point 2 . Annual Leave: 29 days annual leave plus Good Friday. EAP: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. Pension: Contributory pension benefits. Bike to Work Scheme Commuter Travel Tax Saver Ticket Training & Development: Structured onboarding together with a 9-day Foróige Induction Programme and ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Study Leave: Up to 5 days paid Study Leave per year of course. Organisation Culture: Support and Supervision policies and practices that support your professional development. Progression Opportunities Career Break: Up to 2 years Career Break after 3 years' service. Unpaid Leave: Up to 6 months Unpaid Leave after 1 year's service. Flexible Work: Flexible work practices that support work-life balance. Maternity and Paternity Benefit: Top-up Maternity and Paternity Benefit pay.
