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Background Enterprise Ireland’s remit is to accelerate the development of world class Irish companies to achieve leading positions in global markets. Our clients, employing over 230,000 people across Ireland, make a significant contribution to the Irish economy. Our strategy, for the period 2025–2029, will focus on supporting Irish business to accelerate sustainably and increase their contribution to economic growth. The environment in which Irish businesses operate is constantly changing and business needs to be innovative and ambitious to succeed. Our 5-year strategy sets out how we will support Irish business to START, COMPETE, SCALE and CONNECT to deliver jobs across Ireland and impact globally. Role Purpose The role holder will assist the Corporate Governance Department to provide secretariat support, and governance oversight to the management of the agency’s corporate governance committees and approval structures to ensure compliance with policy, regulatory and code of practice requirements and obligations. The primary role of the successful candidate will be to: Manage the circulation of funding and operational matters that require committee consideration, and in doing so, ensure adherence with the committee’s terms of reference. Work with the team and colleagues across the agency to ensure committee recommendations meet technical, governance, and regulatory requirements. Recording accurately the decisions of committees in the meeting’s minutes. Collating committee reports for reporting purposes. Approving committee decisions on internal systems. Key Deliverables The successful candidate will work in partnership with the Corporate Governance Team to: Ensure that committees operate under the correct terms of reference in terms of delegated powers, membership and proposal documents. Circulate committee papers in a timely manner. Advise colleagues on procedures for submission of proposals / documents, review recommendation wording and respond to queries. Job Details Job Title: Assistant Executive – Corporate Governance Arrange and attend committee meetings and prepare minutes which accurately record committee decisions. Prepare committee reports for reporting purposes. Communicate committee decisions to relevant staff members and input approval data into internal systems in an accurate and timely manner. Functional Competencies (Key Skills & Knowledge) Proven experience in providing secretarial support to governing committees is essential. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, confidently and effectively via oral and written communication is essential. Ability to comprehend complex information and data for onward dissemination, and ability to develop sound knowledge and understanding of EI’s financial and other relevant supports is essential. Ability to work as part of a team coupled with excellent prioritisation, organisation and planning skills with the ability to manage workload and time efficiently to meet strict deadlines is essential. A relevant third level qualification in law, governance or relevant area is desirable. Sound judgement, professionalism, confidentiality and discretion are key to this role. Enterprise Ireland Behavioural Competencies Results Focused The ability to be outcome and results focused with regard to business priorities and organisational goals, monitoring progress and adjusting approach ensuring delivery against the appropriate timescales. Innovation and Risk-Taking Actively encourages new ideas, experimentation and measured risk-taking, while always being on the lookout for opportunities to continuously improve business processes and efficiencies within Enterprise Ireland and client organisations. Problem Solving and Decision-Making The ability to be decisive and take tough decisions about clients, people and costs to deliver sustainable results, using the analysis of information and situations to make logical and sound decisions. Client Focused The ability to provide an excellent client service focusing on client needs and building and maintaining effective personal and business relationships to advance clients’ objectives and EI strategy. Communicating with Impact to Influence Others Communicates in a manner that will persuade, convince and influence their own staff and others, both internally and externally, in order to motivate, inspire or encourage them to follow a particular course of action. Teamworking Co-operates with colleagues, shares information and respects the opinions and values of staff members. Understands the skills, experience and knowledge of staff members and maximises how these can be utilised to the benefit of the department, the organisation and the client. Embracing & Leading Change Understands the business agenda of Enterprise Ireland and embraces changes for area of responsibility and for external and internal clients. Networking Establishes and maintains mutually beneficial relationships with colleagues and other networks for the purpose of sharing information. Acting / Leading with Integrity Communicates the EI purpose, values and approach, acting genuinely and with integrity, in a manner that builds trust and engages and motivates others. Developing Yourself & Others Creates an environment that enables you and others to excel in terms of job performance. Salary Scale €32,045 - €58,599 per annum contributory superannuation Rising to €60,510 and €62,435 by long service increments €30,753 - €55,819 per annum non-contributory superannuation Rising to €57,618 and €59,424 by long service increments Candidates should note that entry will be at the minimum of the relevant scale, and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Subject to satisfactory performance, increments may be payable in line with current Government Policy. Point of entry on this salary scale may differ from the minimum point of the scale if the successful candidate is a current public or civil servant.
Clerical Officer - School Secretary
Job Location: St. Kevin's Community College, Dublin 22 or any other such place designated as appropriate by Dublin and Dun Laoghaire Education and Training Board (DDLETB). Overview of Role: The role is a varied one involving a range of customer service-reception and administrative/clerical support to the Principal and School. Duties. Organisation: Dublin and Dun Laoghaire Education and Training Board is a statutory local education authority operating under the terms of the Education and Training Boards Act 2013. The ETB provides mainstream educational programmes to schools and colleges as well as providing a wide range of adult and community programmes. The ETB’s educational remit extends from Balbriggan in the north of the county to Lucan in the west, to Dun Laoghaire in the south. Dublin and Dun Laoghaire Education and Training Board (DDLETB) serves the three county council areas of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, South Dublin and Fingal and a population of 862,468 people. The administrative area covered by Dublin and Dún Laoghaire ETB reaches from Balbriggan in north County Dublin, to Dún Laoghaire in south County Dublin and Lucan in west County Dublin. As a statutory body, DDLETB has responsibility for a wide and varied suite of education and training services including Primary, Post Primary, Further Education and Training (FET) settings and Youth Services. Working Conditions: Salary Grade: Grade III Salary Scale: €31,619 p.a. - €45,008 p.a. Pro Rata Long service Increment 1, €47,298 after three years satisfactory service at the maximum. Long Service Increment 2, €49,925 after three years satisfactory service at LSI 1 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of current experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies Working Hours: 17.5 hours per week Annual Leave: 22 days p.a. pro-rata Probation: The period of probationary period will not exceed 12 months. Superannuation: Membership of the ETB Superannuation Scheme and of the ETB’s Spouses and Children’s Scheme is automatic and compulsory Job Objectives DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Market & Property Inspector
The Market and Property Inspector will be responsible for the control and enforcement of casual trading, the development of markets, and the inspection of Council properties. Reporting to the Administrative Officer, Property Department, the post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the Planning and Integrated Development Directorate. The role involves supporting the implementation of work programmes to achieve the goals, targets, and standards set out in Departmental and Team development plans. The successful candidate will be energetic and enthusiastic, with the ability to work on their own initiative and manage complex and challenging situations. They will possess strong administrative skills and a good understanding of property-related matters. The role will require a significant level of out-of-hours and Saturday working. DUTIES Control and Enforcement of Casual Trading at Special Events Salary The salary scale for the post is: €52,239 - €53,799 - €55,392 - €57,019 - €58,657 (Max) - €60,567 (LSI 1) - €62,484 (LSI 2) In accordance with Departmental Circular Letter EL 02 / 2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011 will enter the scale at the minimum point.
Mobility and Smart Networks (MSN) Development and Policy Specialist
Responsibilities The responsibilities of the role outlined in this job description are indicative of the currently envisaged scope and may be added to or altered as required, in line with the requirement of SEAI across Business Units / Department. They will include, but not limited to, the following: Establishing this new function area in SEAI, taking responsibility for supporting the development of technical standards, pathways and policy in the areas of mobility and smart networks as may be assigned to SEAI. This is expected to include, at a minimum: Declaration: Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a public service scheme of incentivised early retirement and / or the collective agreement outlined above. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment. Other Conditions of Employment: The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract to be agreed with the appointee. Standard Checks: Any offer of employment made to a successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory reference verification and satisfactory verification of academic and professional qualifications. SEAI commits to treat all the information or documents received under GDPR guidelines. Garda Vetting: SEAI is set up with a registered organisation for Garda vetting purposes. You may be asked to make an application to be vetted. Confidentiality: The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract to be agreed with the appointee. Superannuation and Retirement: The appointee will be offered the appropriate superannuation terms and conditions as prevailing in the Public Service at the time of being offered an appointment. In general, an appointee who has never worked in the Public Service will be offered appointment based on membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”).
Mobility and Smart Networks (MSN) Development and Policy Specialist
Responsibilities The responsibilities of the role outlined in this job description are indicative of the currently envisaged scope and may be added to or altered as required, in line with the requirement of SEAI across Business Units / Department. They will include, but not limited to, the following: Establishing this new function area in SEAI, taking responsibility for supporting the development of technical standards, pathways and policy in the areas of mobility and smart networks as may be assigned to SEAI. This is expected to include, at a minimum: Declaration: Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a public service scheme of incentivised early retirement and / or the collective agreement outlined above. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment. Other Conditions of Employment: The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract to be agreed with the appointee. Standard Checks: Any offer of employment made to a successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory reference verification and satisfactory verification of academic and professional qualifications. SEAI commits to treat all the information or documents received under GDPR guidelines. Garda Vetting: SEAI is set up with a registered organisation for Garda vetting purposes. You may be asked to make an application to be vetted. Confidentiality: The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract to be agreed with the appointee. Superannuation and Retirement: The appointee will be offered the appropriate superannuation terms and conditions as prevailing in the Public Service at the time of being offered an appointment. In general, an appointee who has never worked in the Public Service will be offered appointment based on membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”).
Mobility and Smart Networks (MSN) Development and Policy Specialist
Responsibilities The responsibilities of the role outlined in this job description are indicative of the currently envisaged scope and may be added to or altered as required, in line with the requirement of SEAI across Business Units / Department. They will include, but not limited to, the following: Establishing this new function area in SEAI, taking responsibility for supporting the development of technical standards, pathways and policy in the areas of mobility and smart networks as may be assigned to SEAI. This is expected to include, at a minimum: Declaration: Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a public service scheme of incentivised early retirement and / or the collective agreement outlined above. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment. Other Conditions of Employment: The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract to be agreed with the appointee. Standard Checks: Any offer of employment made to a successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory reference verification and satisfactory verification of academic and professional qualifications. SEAI commits to treat all the information or documents received under GDPR guidelines. Garda Vetting: SEAI is set up with a registered organisation for Garda vetting purposes. You may be asked to make an application to be vetted. Confidentiality: The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract to be agreed with the appointee. Superannuation and Retirement: The appointee will be offered the appropriate superannuation terms and conditions as prevailing in the Public Service at the time of being offered an appointment. In general, an appointee who has never worked in the Public Service will be offered appointment based on membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”).
Mobility and Smart Networks (MSN) Development and Policy Specialist
Responsibilities The responsibilities of the role outlined in this job description are indicative of the currently envisaged scope and may be added to or altered as required, in line with the requirement of SEAI across Business Units / Department. They will include, but not limited to, the following: Establishing this new function area in SEAI, taking responsibility for supporting the development of technical standards, pathways and policy in the areas of mobility and smart networks as may be assigned to SEAI. This is expected to include, at a minimum: Declaration: Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a public service scheme of incentivised early retirement and / or the collective agreement outlined above. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment. Other Conditions of Employment: The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract to be agreed with the appointee. Standard Checks: Any offer of employment made to a successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory reference verification and satisfactory verification of academic and professional qualifications. SEAI commits to treat all the information or documents received under GDPR guidelines. Garda Vetting: SEAI is set up with a registered organisation for Garda vetting purposes. You may be asked to make an application to be vetted. Confidentiality: The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract to be agreed with the appointee. Superannuation and Retirement: The appointee will be offered the appropriate superannuation terms and conditions as prevailing in the Public Service at the time of being offered an appointment. In general, an appointee who has never worked in the Public Service will be offered appointment based on membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (“Single Scheme”).
Clerical Officer
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 & 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 schemes 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 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 & EXAMINATIONS Administer and prepare documentation in connection with new admissions, including communication with parents, subject option forms, booklists, and preparation for open days / 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 of 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 & Youth and other statutory bodies. Prepare and submit of ad hoc returns to the Department of Education Youth. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Acceptance and co-operation with operating of IT / Finance / 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 in so far as the position allows. OUTSIDE AGENCIES Liaise with outside agencies – local primary and post primary schools, Department of Education & 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.
National Co-ordinator
Introduction: Waterford City & County Council currently host the National Office for Healthy Ireland Local Government under Service Level Agreement with the Department of Health until 31st December 2027. The Healthy Ireland Local Government National Co-ordinator will be assigned to Waterford City & County Council for the period of the above SLA. The post holder will provide national leadership and coordination for two main programmes of Healthy Ireland, the Healthy Cities and Counties programme and Sláintecare Healthy Communities. Healthy Ireland Local Government is focused on encouraging the 31 local authorities across Ireland to work to improve wellbeing outcomes and address health inequalities, which is supported with whole-of-government approaches and backed by strong political interventions and support. With this approach, Healthy Ireland Local Government seeks to enable greater participation and empowerment of local communities to reduce the widening gap in health inequalities and improve wellbeing at the local level. Healthy Cities and Counties National Network: The Healthy Cities programme is a global World Health Organization (WHO) movement, set up initially in 1987. The concept is based on the importance of local action and the key role of local governments and Local Authorities in health and sustainable development. As the WHO Healthy Cities programme expanded, National Networks were established. National Networks connect and support all cities and counties within their country. Today, there are accredited National Networks in 20 countries in the WHO European Region, bringing together more than 1,100 cities, counties and towns. The National Healthy Cities and Counties of Ireland Network is an accredited National Network of the WHO. The aim of the National Healthy Cities and Counties of Ireland Network is to develop a structure to support Local Authorities to implement the Healthy Ireland Framework. A healthy city or county works to: improve health and wellbeing by creating and continually improving its physical and social environments develop community resources that help people to support each other and achieve their potential Sláintecare Healthy Communities: Health inequalities are avoidable, unfair and systematic differences in health between different groups of people. The aim of the Sláintecare Healthy Communities Programme (SHCP) will be to improve the long-term health and wellbeing of people who live in areas of highest health inequality. SHCP has five main goals: Deliver evidence-based programmes that prevent premature non-communicable disease mortality by increasing behaviours that reduce risk, such as physical activity, good nutrition, smoking cessation, social connection and good parenting. Facilitate cross-government collaboration to align service delivery and to address service provision gaps in the selected areas. Ensure that identified communities have ownership of the SHCP programme and that people are engaged and enabled by its initiatives. Build a national, regional, and local governance and implementation structure with responsibility for the oversight, implementation, accountability and learning from SHCP. Integrate a policy–practice learning cycle into the governance and implementation processes that works to implement a “health in all policies” approach. The Role: This post will present the successful candidate with an opportunity to lead and facilitate the implementation of two innovative Social Determinants of Health focused strategies that promote equality in health and wellbeing outcomes and address health inequalities. The post holder will work in partnership with a range of statutory and community authorities, networks, and agencies to collaboratively develop and deliver the programmes. The core partnerships include all 31 Local Authorities, the HSE, multiple state agencies and organisations focused on community development, poverty, equality, and social inclusion and the WHO European Office, specifically the European Network of Health Cities. The post will be hosted by a Local Authority within the programme but will be responsible for coordination of Local Development Officers and Healthy Cities and Counties Coordinators nationally. Currently, the National Office is hosted by Waterford City & County Council under SLA until December 2027. The post is funded by the Department of Health and the HILG National Coordinator will report to the HILG National Steering Committee, the National Committee of Healthy Cities and Counties and to the Department of Health. The co-ordinator will also report to the County and City Management Associations’ (CCMA) nominated committee, currently the CCMA Rural, Community & Culture Committee. The CCMA will provide the oversight and overall local government sector guidance on all matters relating to the Healthy Ireland Local Government programmes. The National Co-ordinator Healthy Ireland (Local Government) duties include but are not limited to the following: Lead on and work closely with policy colleagues, the 31 local authorities, and civil society organisations in the development and delivery of the Sláintecare Healthy Communities structures and Healthy Cities & Counties structures at a local, national and European level. Guide and support Sláintecare Healthy Communities Programme Development Officers and Healthy Cities & Counties Coordinators in progressing their programmes at a local level. Guide and support local coordinators in progressing HILG. Provide training, supports and guidance to the implementation of local wellbeing initiatives. Support the establishment of Sláintecare Healthy Communities in any new areas and the expansion of the programme in the existing 24 areas. Lead on the development of an overarching HILG national implementation plan to guide and direct the coherent implementation of HILG, in conjunction with national partners including the relevant Local Authorities, the HSE, and community representatives. Support evaluation and monitoring processes of the Department of Health programmes and encourage relevant research opportunities at national and local level to ensure alignment and engagement with data collection. Play a lead role in setting up processes to identify and address barriers and challenges to the implementation of HILG, problem-solving with HILG partners nationally and locally. Support the development of a practice-to-policy learning and development cycle that is inclusive of local communities, to bring shared experiences, learning and challenges from local to national levels. Work closely in HILG structures with partners across Government Departments, local authorities, national agencies, and the anti-poverty and community development sector to identify and address systemic issues and challenges identified through HILG community practice experience. Produce concise, clear, well-structured written reports, submissions and senior officials briefings and respond to requests for information as required. Encourage Irish WHO European Healthy Cities Network city accreditation and participation across the European Healthy Cities Network. Manage and administer the effective running of the National HILG Office. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage has declared that the qualifications for National Co-ordinator Healthy Ireland are as set out hereunder: Character 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, Experience, Etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Be well educated; (b) Have significant experience at an appropriate level in leading teams and managing resources; (c) Possess a high standard of administrative and management experience at an appropriate level; (d) Have experience of policy / strategy implementation in a complex environment; (e) Have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such knowledge. The ideal candidate shall have the following Skills and Experience: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms, meet the above essential criteria. The Office The office is whole time, permanent and pensionable. The holder of the office shall not engage in any gainful occupation, other than as an officer of a local authority, to such an extent as to impair the performance of their duties as an officer of a local authority or in any occupation which might conflict with the interests of the local authority or which might be inconsistent with discharge of their duties as a local authority officer. Probation Where persons who are not already permanent employees of a local authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (i) There shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold the position on probation; (ii) Such period shall be a maximum of 12 months; (iii) Such persons shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Salary The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the post shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of the post or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. The salary scale for the position of National Co-ordinator Healthy Ireland is: Salary Scale effective from 1st February 2026: €81,777 - €82,506 - €85,715 - €88,944 - €92,179 - €95,379 - €98,600 - €102,252 (LSI1) - €108,074 (LSI2) Salary for the post shall be in accordance with existing practice as set out in relevant circulars. Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale. Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011 will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Residence The holder of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Start Date The Local Authority shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than three months and, if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the Local Authority shall not appoint them. Duties In accordance with Section 159(3) & (4) of the Local Government Act 2001, an employee of the local authority shall perform the duties of the office and give the local authority, under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative or management nature as are required for the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties. The employee shall also exercise such powers, duties and functions as may be delegated to them by the Chief Executive from time to time, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by the local authority and such duties as may be required in relation to the area of any local authority. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 hours gross per week. The successful candidate will be required to work such additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of their duties, subject to the limits set down in the working time regulations. The rate of remuneration payable covers any extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time. Annual Leave The annual leave allowance for the position of National Co-ordinator Healthy Ireland is 30 days. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in the public service, is based on a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Sick Leave Pay during properly certified sick absence, provided there is no evidence of permanent disability for service, will apply on a pro-rata basis, in accordance with the provisions of the sick leave circulars. Superannuation Contributions Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (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). All persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority are required, in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme, 1986, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration or net pensionable remuneration, whichever is relevant, and in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority for the first time on or after 1 January 2013 are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution and are required, in respect of superannuation, to contribute at the rate of 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) plus 3% of pensionable pay.
Account Executive
Job Description Where you’ll work : Ireland Sales at GoTo At GoTo, our Sales team connects businesses and people with technology solutions that simplify and empower daily life. We continually improve our approach by using innovation and practical AI to help you find new opportunities, personalize outreach, and deliver results for our customers and partners. Here, you’ll use creative problem-solving and data-driven insights to prospect effectively and match our solutions to each unique need. Join our team, where your ideas and ambition help us better support our customers and shape GoTo’s future. Your Day to Day As an Account Executive, you would be working on