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Monitoring & Evaluation Officer Learning and Growth REF: MEO/05/25 Grade: Staff Officer (SO), Permanent Salary will be in the range £35,560 - £36,783 per annum Closing date for applications: 17:00 on Monday 23rd June 2025 Purpose of the role The post-holder will support the effective delivery of programmes and services by implementing robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks. The postholder will collect, analyse and report on data to assess the impact, effi ciency and compliance of services, while contributing to evidence-based decision making, continuous improvement and accountability across the organisation and the wider victims and survivors sector. By the closing date for applications, candidates must demonstrate that they fulfil each of the following essential criteria: 1. Qualified to at least Level 5 (e.g. HND or equivalent) in a relevant ICT-based subject. 2. A minimum of 2 years’ practical experience in all of the following criteria: a. Co-ordinating all aspects of monthly monitoring data collection and reporting, ensuring output is of high quality and produced on time. b. The use of SQL, Power BI, Advanced Excel (or equivalents). c. Implementing an organisation’s data collection strategy, including training users in how to input and extract data from existing information systems. d. Maintaining the security and integrity of data. e. Developing data queries using recognised data manipulation tools e.g. SQL or equivalent. f. Demonstrating good problem-solving and analytical skills. DESIRABLE CRITERIA In addition, applicants should be aware that after an eligibility sift, should it be necessary to shortlist candidates to go forward to interview, this will be done by applying the following additional criteria: 1. Experience using MS Dynamics 365 (CRM). 2. Experience in the use of Python for data analysis, automation or software development. 3. A minimum of 1 year’s experience of working in the public sector. The Victims and Survivors Service is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.
Senior Training Officer
Position Description The Senior Training Officer - Plant Operations, will work as part of the GT Power Academy team and play a crucial role in plant operations training material design, maintenance, and delivery of power plant operations related training services to the Generation business. This role requires operational knowledge and experience of power plant systems and machinery to train our current and future plant operators. The role will involve delivering training that follows our externally accredited training program and conduct assessments on students for both theory, student on the job assignments and student practical demonstrations. The Senior Training Officer - Plant Operations will possess the capability and competence to deliver plant operations training in a formal classroom setting and on the field. This role will ensure the business has suitably trained operators developing the correct current and future capability required for operating our conventional thermal and combustion turbine assets. This position will work as part of the GT Power Academy team and work with other trainers, training providers and support functions. Key Responsibilities Salary €57,900 to €68,150 per annum CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Senior Building Control Officer
Location: Armagh initially, however the post holder may be required to work at other locations throughout the Borough. (Reserve lists may be kept for same or similar posts throughout the Borough) Salary: Scale PO4 SCP 36-39 £45,718 – £48,710 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm. A flexible working hours scheme in operation. The postholder may be required to work additional hours and outside normal working hours to meet the needs of the post. JOB PURPOSE Assist the Council, through line management, in fulfilling its statutory duties regarding the administration and enforcement of Building Regulations, associated legislation and other functions as assigned by Council within the assigned team Responsible to the Building Control Services Manager for the operational management of all activities in relation to Building Control functions within the Council. Manage staff in accordance with the principles of performance management and Council’s policies to ensure that the required standards of service quality are achieved and maintained. Provide specialist advice and service delivery on Building Regulations, associated legislation and other functions as assigned by Council to the Council and others. Assist the Management team in the transition of services and transformation process to ensure that the Department is shaped to fulfill the Council’s vision and Corporate Plans. The post holder will be also be required to assess plans, fees and inspect building work to ensure compliance with Building Regulations, for all types of projects and lead on those considered by Management as ” Major Projects” including significant and/or more complex than those applications normally submitted to the department. These would be include significant multi-million pound projects such as educational/health/recreation/multi-national investment contracts and those that would be considered as having significant economical and social implications for our council area DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Deputise in the absence of the Building Control and Property Certificate Manager/Building Control Manager and if required, attend meetings as directed. 2. Responsible for the operational management of a team, for all activities in relation to the Building Control functions within the Council. 3. Assist the Building Control and Property Certificate Manager/Building Control Manager in developing, production and implementation of the annual business plan. 4. Undertake research and compile statistical information, reports and documents as and when required for the Building Control Manager. 5. Manage, supervise, audit and contribute to all operational work of staff, including assigning workload, reviewing and distributing incoming correspondence, approving leave, rota / home working arrangements, and as and when required carry out the duties of Building Control officers etc.. this will involve ensuring service delivery in accordance with agreed standards and performance objectives. 6. Assist in the management of the performance of staff by ensuring the setting of individual work objectives that are consistent with team and service priorities and by monitoring progress against those objectives, provide analysis and reports on performance and explanation for deviations in performance. 7. Assist the Building Control Services Manager with the delivery of the department’s quality initiatives, setting standards and delivering a customer focused service. 8. Be innovative and creative in the delivery of the service, utilising modern management theory and practice. 9. Project manage and provide support/guidance and leadership with the plan assessment and the site inspection of projects, considered by management as ” Major Projects” including significant and/or more complex than those applications normally submitted to the department. These would be include significant multi-million pound projects such as educational/health/recreation/multi-national investment contracts and those that would be considered as having significant economical and social implications for our council area 10. Manage and lead on the pre application consultation service within each team unit and to consult, liaise and advise builders, developers, designers and the public on Building Regulations and other allied matters. As required convene and chair consultation and pre-application meetings with construction specialists working on “major projects” including those for more significant and /or complex applications as determined by management, identifying contentious issues and advising on potential contraventions of legislation and give guidance on suitable design solutions prior to submitting an application. 11. Procure as required, specialists and technical advice to ensure proper assessment of applications and compliance with the relevant statutory, legislative and regulatory requirements. 12. Lead and manage on the Identifying unauthorised development and advise owners of requirements under Building Regulations and legal procedures in dealing with non-compliance issues. Preparation of evidence and attendance in court when enforcement action is necessary. 13. Manage and lead on the inspection and enforcement of Dangerous Buildings and Structures legislation and ensure remedial works are satisfactorily completed and prepare and issue legal notices, statements and attendance at court. 14. Keep abreast of all changes and amendments to the Building Regulations and allied legislation, and investigate as directed, advances in new building techniques, systems and materials, to ensure compliance with the appropriate legislation 15. Lead and contribute to the advanced enforcement processes within each of the Building Control Department functions, for each team, including making recommendations to the Building Control Services Manager on the compilation of enforcement notices and attendance at court where necessary. 16. Support staff in difficult situations/investigations through discussing the issues and helping them to make effective decisions and action plans. 17. Lead and manage all the duties related to street naming, postal numbering and assist with requests under the Freedom of Information Act and EIR as required within each team. 18. Lead in the development of Building Control staff, student placements, service users, etc. by taking a lead in the provision of training and training events/workshops and by supporting them in the timely production of Personal Development Plans. 19. Validate new applications, checking that sufficient information and the correct fee has been submitted. 20. Assist the Building Control Services Manager to plan, manage and coordinate information technology developments in line with service delivery. 21. Assist Building Control Services Manager with regard to safety advisory groups set up in relation to designated sports grounds within the Borough under The Safety at Sports Grounds (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 22. Assist the Building Control Services Manager Manager in the management of the delivery of audits and reports on Council buildings regarding Fire Risk Assessments and Disabled Access Audits for Council and undertake such audits where required. 23. Responsible for the implementation of collaborative working with the Planning Department to ensure consistency across the Council. 24. Participate in Building Control Northern Ireland (BCNI) panels to produce policies, procedures and guidance documents and participate in Corporate, Departmental and Regional working groups as required. 25. Assist the Building Control Services Manager with the management of all external partnerships including Land and property Services work to ensure the timely upkeep of the valuation list. 26. Coordinate the implementation and development of the address management system to comply with address life cycle requirements and oversee the ongoing upkeep of the system. 27. Ensure full compliance with Health and Safety requirements and legislation in accordance with council policies and procedures particularly with reference to lone working policies. 28. Assist the Management team in the transition of services and transformation process to ensure that the Department is shaped to fulfill the Council’s vision and Corporate Plans. 29. Lead and manage the effective Risk Management and Business Continuity Plans and ensure policies and procedures are in place and adhered to and assist in the execution of the Council’s Emergency and Business Continuity plans. 30. Lead and manage on the enforcement of The Energy Performance of Buildings Legislation throughout the district. Including, responsible for auditing compliance with, and the enforcement of the EPB Regulations. Advising estate Agents and external stakeholders of the relevant matters. Preparation of evidence and attendance in court when enforcement action is necessary. 31. Be proficient in the application of IT packages relevant to the Building Control Environment. 32. Responsible for the supervision and training of trainee building control surveyor and those on student work placement. 33. Participate and lead as required in staff peer training programmes, including training for those on work experience. 34. Participate in the Council’s Recruitment and selection processes as directed. 35. Undertake any other relevant duties that may be required and are commensurate with the nature and grade of the post.
Information Officer
Responsible to: Reporting to the Development Manager on a day-to-day basis. Purpose of the job: The provision of information, advice and advocacy services to members of the public and assisting the Development Manager in the work of the information service. Main Duties: • The direct delivery of information, advice and advocacy services as determined by the Board of Directors and in line with the Citizens Information Board guidelines for the provision of Citizens Information Services • The delivery of outreach services through Citizens Information Services and other outlets as required • Follow up work arising from information and/or advocacy sessions with clients. • Assisting the Development Manager in the development of innovative processes for the provision of quality information to clients in various formats using the Citizens Information Board Citizens Information website www.citizensinformation.ie as an information tool, supplemented by other relevant information sources. • To co-operate with other service providers in the area and more generally, both statutory and voluntary, in the development of information and advocacy provision and on jointinitiatives from time to time. • Operation of query management, advocacy case management and data collection/statistical analysis systems • Operation of systems for monitoring and evaluation of the service • Undertaking publicity and promotional initiatives appropriate to the development of the service. • Assisting in any research and/or social policy initiatives appropriate to the development of the service. • Identifying and feeding back to the Citizens Information Board, issues that have social policy implications • Representing the CIS at conferences etc. as decided by the Board or Development Manager. • Such duties (including administrative duties) as may be assigned from time to time by the Development Manager Information Officer - Person Specifications Minimum Education Qualifications and Attainments • Educated to Leaving Certificate standard, or equivalent, with a minimum of one year’s experience of working in an information, advice, or advocacy setting. or • Less formal academic qualifications with a minimum of three years’ experience of working in an information, advice, or advocacy. Essential Knowledge and Experience • An understanding of the issues around the provision of, and access to information, advice and advocacy services. • Working knowledge and understanding of how the social welfare, health and income tax systems operate in general and a working knowledge of at least one of the following subject areas: employment, housing, immigration, consumer rights, education • Excellent organisational, administrative and IT skills. Desirable Skills, Abilities and Experience • Demonstrated ability to absorb, analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. • Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing • Have previous experience in the information or voluntary sector • Proven ability to represent, negotiate and communicate on a client’s behalf • Ability to work on own initiatives and as a member of a team, working effectively within the support and supervision structures operated by the CIS • Ability to interpret and implement organisational policy. Successful Candidate will be • Committed to the provision of free, confidential, impartial, local and independent information, advice and advocacy services • Have an understanding and knowledge of the range of information, advice and advocacy services provided by the Citizens Information Services supported by the Citizens Information Board and knowledge of volunteering, with reference in particular to the distinctive characteristics of an organisation which provides a service to the public through the agency of trained volunteer personnel • Be open to work unsocial hours as may be required from time to time and willing to attend evening and occasional week-ends. Time Off In Lieu (TOIL) arrangements apply in all such circumstances. This is a permanent position, subject to satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period. The period of probation may be extended at the discretion of the Development Manager/Regional Manager. The successful candidate will be available to work either fulltime, 35 hours per week or part-time, 17.5 hours per week. There may be a requirement to work evenings from time-to-time. Salary Scale: range of €32,270, €34,623, €37,001, €38,770, €40,483, €42,791, €44,471, €46,162 (max), €47,700 (LSI1), €49,234 (LSI2). Salaries pro-rata for part-time work. Incremental Credit: It is expected that all new entrants to South Munster Citizens Information Service will be appointed at point one of the salary scale. However, South Munster Citizens Information Service operates an incremental credit process for appointments higher than point one. This process is applicable to new entrants into South Munster Citizens Information Service. Incremental credit criteria, based on the competencies for the role, are assessed against employment history as laid out in the application form only. A request for incremental credit from a successful candidate must be made within the first 3 months of employment. The decision on whether or not to award an incremental credit is a decision made by the Board and is subject to the availability of funding. Pension: A company pension scheme is in place, and membership is obligatory upon commencement. Employee contribution; 5% of salary, Employer contribution; 7% of salary. Please note the Citizens Information Service has established a normal retirement age in line with the state pension age (currently 66). Annual Leave: Calculated on a pro rata basis for part year service as follows: • 23 days • 24 days (upon completion of 2 years’ service) • 25 days (upon completion of 5 years’ service) Full terms and conditions are contained in a Staff Handbook, which is issued with and forms part of the Employee Contract at CIS.
Regional Education Officers
Water Safety Ireland is seeking 3 dedicated and enthusiastic Regional Education Officers to join our education team. As a Regional Education Officer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering our water safety and drowning prevention programmes. Your responsibilities will include conducting educational sessions and workshops in early learning centres, schools, colleges, corporate entities and other various public and private organisations within your designated region and online. Occasionally, you may be required to deliver sessions outside of your region if needed. Additionally, you will be expected to host online sessions as required, ensuring a broad and impactful engagement. Your primary mission will be to ensure that our programmes are effectively delivered, remain relevant, and achieve significant impact, in alignment with Water Safety Ireland’s national goals of reducing drownings and enhancing community safety. You will report directly to the Education Manager, contributing to the overall success of our educational initiatives. Blended: This role is primarily remote with a significant amount of travel involved, including some outside of your designated region, and a requirement to attend meetings in the office for induction and training and work-related matters. Training will be in the office for the first week, and then as required. There are 3 positions available, each based in different regions: Region 1: A Central/Midland’s focus encompassing the counties of Cavan, Monaghan, Longford, Offaly, Laois, Westmeath, Carlow, Kilkenny, Tipperary, and Louth. Region 2: A West/Southwest focus encompassing the counties of Limerick, Kerry, Cork, Waterford, and Wexford. Region 3: A Greater Dublin focus encompassing Dublin, Wicklow, Meath, Kildare. Principal Duties Reporting to the Education Manager, the Regional Education Officer will play a key role in WSI’s education initiatives. This is a full-time fixed term contract appointment. The Regional Education Officer will undertake the following functions: • Assist in developing, coordinating, and delivering WSI Education Programmes, workshops, and camps for schools, colleges, private and public organisations, aquatic facilities, and WSI Water Safety Area Committees and any other stakeholders who may want to avail of our programmes whether in-person or online. • Assist in managing the administration of various programmes. • Assist in developing and managing e-learning courses to ensure accessible water safety training for all. • Respond to education queries professionally and promptly, ensuring all relevant stakeholder replies are included. • Support the upkeep and enhancement of Water Safety Ireland’s data collection systems. • Deliver educational sessions for new members. • Offer follow-up support to educators, pupils, and aquatic facilities to sustain and develop their programmes. • Maintain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, such as Water Safety Area Committees (WSAC), Local Authority Water Safety Development Officers, Lifesaving Training Centres, Outdoor Adventure Centres, An Garda Síochána, Scouting Ireland, the National Maritime College, Education Centres, Teacher Education Centres, and other relevant partners. • Support and attend relevant national conferences, exhibitions, and ceremonies. • Present at relevant conferences, exhibitions, and ceremonies if required. • Provide administrative support for educational projects from various WSI commissions. • Assist in promoting Early Years, Primary and Post Primary Water Safety. • Assist in drafting reports and updates for WSI Management, Board, and relevant Councils as required. • Attend training as needed, which may be on-site or at alternate locations, in traditional or online formats, and may occur during normal working hours or evenings or weekends. • Other duties assigned are based on the needs of the organisation. Qualifications and Experience a. Essential Requirements · Strong background coaching/instruction/training. · Strong knowledge/background/passion in water safety. · Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills. · Strong team player, able to collaborate effectively within a team setting. · Skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). · Full clean Irish driving licence. This role involves working with children, so successful Garda vetting is required. b. Desirable Requirements · Capable of delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, with effective prioritization and escalation. · Water Activity and/or Safety Certification · Skilled in developing and maintaining trusting, proactive relationships with all stakeholder groups. · Proficient in Irish Language · Deeply committed to the vision and values of WSI. Please also refer to the Clerical Officer Competencies in Appendix 1 of this booklet TRAINING WSI will cover the costs for relevant additional training and professional development as considered appropriate by management. Eligibility to compete and certain restrictions on eligibility a. Eligible Candidates must be: i. A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA (European Economic Area) consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or ii. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); iii. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU (European Union) and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or iv. A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or v. A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or any family member entitled to remain in the State because of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or vi. A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. To qualify candidates must meet one of the citizenship criteria above by the date of any job offer. Candidates who are not citizens of the aforementioned countries must have the necessary permissions to work in Ireland Principal Conditions of Service a. Salary Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and increments may be awarded subject to satisfactory performance and to changes in the terms and conditions relating to salary increments in the Civil/Public Service generally. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy.= PPC (Personal Pension Contribution) Scale (for officers who are existing civil or public servants appointed on or after 6 April 1995 or who are new entrants to the civil or public service and who are making a compulsory personal pension contribution). CLERICAL OFFICER - PPC Weekly rate of €590.21 €623.23 €631.62 €647.99 €672.15 €696.26 €720.35 €737.91 €757.82 €780.93 €797.18 €820.07 €842.79 €878.27 €906.13¹ €918.93² A different rate will apply where the appointee is a civil or public servant recruited before 6th April 1995 and who is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Other pay and conditions may apply if, immediately prior to appointment, the appointee is a serving civil or public servant. Important Note Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving civil or public servant. Subject to satisfactory performance, increments may be payable in line with the current Government Policy. Successful candidates will agree to repay any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members/Former Staff Members/Pensioners. b. Annual Leave The annual leave allowance for the position of Clerical Officer is 22 days. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave in the Civil or Public Service, is based on a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. c. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 hours net 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 in the working time regulations. Should additional hours be required, time in lieu procedures will apply. d. Place of Work The Education Officer is a remote role with substantial travel involved. A company vehicle will be provided. Water Safety Ireland’s head office is currently located on the Long Walk, Galway City. The office will be your designated place of work from time to time,to meet the needs of the organisation and the head office itself could relocate during the contract to facilitate business needs. When absent from home and office on duty, appropriate travelling expenses and subsistence allowances will be paid subject to the normal Civil or Public Service regulations. e. Company Vehicle and Travel As part of our commitment to supporting Regional Education Officers, a company vehicle will be provided for work-related use. This benefit may be subject to Benefit-in-Kind (BIK) taxation unless the general exemption criteria are met. Travel expenses incurred during official duties will be reimbursed in accordance with the Public Service travel and subsistence policy. f. Tenure and Position The position of Clerical Officer – Regional Education Officer is a full-time role being offered initially on a 3-year fixed term. The provisions of the Unfair Dismissals Acts 1977 – 2007 will not apply to the termination of the contract consisting only of the expiry of the fixed term. The first year will serve as a probationary period, during which the appointee’s performance and suitability for the role will be formally assessed. If, during this time, it becomes evident that the role is not a good fit, the contract may be concluded early. Upon successful completion of this probation period, the appointee will continue under the terms of the remaining contract. At the end of the three-year term, and subject to satisfactory performance, the role may be extended or transitioned to one of indefinite duration. The probationary contract will be for a period of 12 months; this is included and not additional to the specified purpose contract. Notwithstanding this paragraph and the paragraph immediately following below, this will not preclude an extension of the probationary contract in appropriate circumstances. During the period of your probationary contract, your performance will be subject to review by your supervisor(s) to determine whether you: (i) Have performed in a satisfactory manner, (ii) Have been satisfactory in general conduct, and (iii) Are suitable from the point of view of health with regard to sick leave. g. Suspension of Probation WSI may suspend the probationary period and, as a result, extend the term of the probationary contract in the following circumstances: i. the probationary period will be suspended if the officer is on Maternity or Adoptive leave, ii. the probationary period may, at the discretion of the Department, be suspended where the employee is absent on any other form of statutory or non-statutory leave. Where WSI’s ability to assess the officer and/or the officer’s ability to demonstrate their suitability for permanent appointment is compromised by the officer’s absence on leave, the contract period will be extended by the period of leave taken. h. Duties The appointee will be required to perform any duties appropriate to their grade which may be assigned to them. They may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties. i. 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. Officers who will be paying Class A rate of PRSI will be required to sign a mandate authorising the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection to pay any benefits due under the Social Welfare Acts directly to the employing Department or Organisation. Payment during illness will be subject to the officer making the necessary claims for social insurance benefit to the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection within the required time limits. j. Superannuation and Retirement The appointee will be offered public service pension terms and retirement age conditions in accordance with pension arrangements in the WSI depending on the status of the successful appointee: 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”). Full details of the Scheme are at www.singlepensionscheme.gov.ie . Where the appointee has worked in a pensionable (non-Single Scheme terms) public service job in the 26 weeks prior to appointment or is currently on a career break or special leave with/without pay, different terms may apply. The pension entitlement of such appointees will be established in the context of their public service employment history. Key provisions attached to membership of the Single Scheme are as follows: (a) Pensionable Age: The minimum age at which pension is currently payable is 66 (this is under review and will rise in line with changes in State Pension age). (b) Retirement Age: Scheme members must retire on reaching the age of 70. (c) Career average earnings are used to calculate benefits (a pension and lump sum amount accrue each year and are uprated each year by reference to CPI). (d) Post retirement pension increases are linked to CPI. (e) An individual who is on secondment will remain a member of the parent organisation’s pension scheme and the pensionable remuneration will be based on their substantive grade i.e., the grade at which the individual is employed in their parent organisation. (f) An individual who was a member of a “preexisting public service pension scheme” as construed by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 and who does not qualify for membership of the Single Scheme will have standard public service pension terms reflecting new entrant or nonnew entrant status for the purposes of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004. k. Pension Abatement If the appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and is in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during their re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Please note: In applying for this position, you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position. However, if the appointee was previously employed in the Civil or Public Service and awarded a pension under voluntary early retirement arrangements (other than the Incentivised Scheme of Early Retirement (ISER), the Department of Health Circular 7/2010 VER/VRS or the Department of Environment, Community & Local Government Circular letter LG(P) 06/2013, any of which renders a person ineligible for the competition) the entitlement to that pension will cease with effect from the date of reappointment. Special arrangements may, however, be made for the reckoning of previous service given by the appointee for the purpose of any future superannuation award for which the appointee may be eligible. l. Ill Health Retirement Please note that where an individual has retired from a Civil/Public Service body on the grounds of ill health their pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement within the pension scheme of that employment. Applicants will be required to attend an appointed medical professional to assess their ability to provide regular and effective service taking account of the condition which qualified them for IHR. Appointment post ill health retirement from Civil Service If successful in their application through the competition, the applicant should be aware of the following: If deemed fit to provide regular and effective service and assigned to a post, their civil service ill health pension ceases. If the applicant subsequently fails to complete probation or decides to leave their assigned post, there can be no reversion to the civil service IHR status, nor reinstatement of the civil service IHRpension, that existed prior to the application nor is there an entitlement to same. i. The applicant will become a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (SPSPS) upon appointment if they have had a break in pensionable public/civil service of more than 26 weeks. Appointment post Ill health retirement from public service: ii. Where an individual has retired from a public service body their ill-health pension from that employment may be subject to review in accordance with the rules of ill-health retirement under that scheme. iii. If an applicant is successful, on appointment the applicant will be required to declare whether they are in receipt of a public service pension (ill-health or otherwise) and their public service pension may be subject to abatement. iv. The applicant will become a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (SPSPS) upon appointment if they have had a break in pensionable public/civil service of more than 26 weeks. Please note more detailed information in relation to pension implications for those in receipt of a civil or public service ill-health pension is available upon request.
Auditor
Auditors Reference: AUD09/25 Salary Scale: £43,069 to £47,644 per annum (pro-rata) (2024/25 rate, currently under review) Location: Hybrid - regular attendance is required at client sites and at NIAO Belfast headquarters in addition to working from home. Contract: Temporary Full-time/Part-time. 3-9 months contracts available. The NIAO is recruiting temporary Auditors to work as part of a dynamic and innovative team across a diverse portfolio of public sector clients. As an Auditor in NIAO your work will inform and shape key decisions and long-term changes across the public sector in Northern Ireland. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA At the closing date for applications you must: Have full current membership of one of the institutes listed below. More information on the role and key responsibilities can be found in the Role Profile. All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including background checks. The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate in pre-employment checks that they have the Right To Work in the UK. NIAO is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds. Please upload your CV . CV's will be reviewed in weekly tranches based on date of receipt, commencing 9 June until closing date.
Communications Officer
Primary Purpose of Job This role sits within the newly created Corporate & Support Services Directorate, and you will be working in one of the three functional areas. (Citizen focus, Business support or Finance) You will be responsible for collaborating with our delivery teams and stakeholders to support delivery of the Council’s corporate communications and marketing functions and processes and support adherence to our policy and legislative duties. Your role will include responsibility for ensuring organisation wide compliance across a range of functions related to Councils statutory duties as appropriate. You will be planning and implementing strategic communications, marketing and media relations programmes and campaigns to promote Council services, project, initiatives, ensuring a positive profile for Mid and East Antrim Borough Council. Your role will include ensuring processes are followed, deadlines are met, processing information and data, report writing, resolving issues and managing relationships. You may be attending events, and meeting with stakeholders and partners from across local government and beyond to support the achievement of Council priorities. The post holder will be expected to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation and duties and responsibilities may vary without changing the purpose of the job or level of responsibility. Main Duties 1. Support the Communications Team in relation to all media relations activity, upholding and protecting the image and reputation of Council and ensuring compliance with Council policy and guidelines including drafting social media posts, identifying positive news stories. 2. Provide a photography and videography service in relation to projects, corporate programmes, or issues that arise. 3. Deal with press enquiries and comments received in relation to Council activities and ensure they are brought to the attention of the relevant officers, ensuring an appropriate and timely response is provided. 4. Generate high-quality, well-designed digital marketing collateral and evaluate the effectiveness of digital communications channels . 5. Support all media invitations on behalf of Council and any media familiarisation trips or similar opportunities as they arise. 6. Provide media advice, support and training to management and staff, including inputting to media briefings, training materials and presentations as required. 7. Develop high quality content in all relevant formats and update online communications, maintaining Council’s social media profiles in support of Council services, projects, initiatives, and wider strategies, including the department’s intranet, website and social media channels ensuring online platforms are monitored and back-end systems and processes are appropriately maintained. 8. Monitor social media analytics to track performance metrics, analyse campaign effectiveness and provide insights for continuous improvement purposes to include regular reporting on media impact . 9. Source best value and cost options for marketing campaigns, publications, printing, promotional materials, branding, graphic design, signage, liaising internally and externally to source and provide advice and guidance as required. 10. Effectively handle emerging social media issues and carry out crisis communications as necessary , in conjunction with management and communications staff. 11. Attend Council and Committee meetings as required. 12. Provide support for a range of events, public awareness messaging and any other internal and external communications projects as required. 13. Manage the Council brand internally and externally to ensure a consistent and high standard approach. Manage the Council brand in line with ongoing updates of brand guidelines. Develop concepts and artwork creation on brand/sub brand style. Manage brand presence e.g. large-scale events; workwear; council facilities. 14. Develop, design, and edit Council publications e.g. Connections Magazine from concept through to publication, monitoring performance and current news to generate content ideas for future issues. 15. Keep up to date and ensure compliance with legislation, policy and guidance relevant to your role in Council. 16. Provide financial and risk management support to line manager and team and assist in financial and risk management processes and monitoring and maintaining financial and risk management records. 17. Undertake any other duties which may be required in line with the level of the post as required. 18. Ensure correspondence, systems and records are always maintained with confidentiality and discretion and following GDPR. Closing caveat: The responsibilities set out in this document, in the advert and any additional information are intended to provide a representation of the work you will carry out. It is not possible to include everything you will be asked to undertake, and we expect all colleagues to work flexibly according to business needs and to embrace the opportunities offered by Council to enhance your own development. Your skills, abilities and training needs will be considered and discussed with you when any significant changes to your role are needed. In line with our flexible approach, you may be required to work from home for a proportion of your time or from any of the Council's sites across the Borough. The Council values the unique contribution diverse applicants bring and, as an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from individuals across all aspects of our community. We will support you where you need it by implementing reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform your role. Qualifications and training A degree in any discipline. Experience 2 years’ experience of working effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders to support achievement of organisational outcomes. 2 years’ experience working in a communications, marketing or public relations role. 2 years’ experience of developing and delivering successful targeted communications, public relations and marketing campaigns designed to engage a wide audience, delivering and evaluating results against clear objectives. 2 years’ experience of effective use of social media and online media management to deliver positive outcomes for an organisation. Alternatively, if you do not have a degree you should demonstrate 4 years’ experience in each of these areas. Transport A full current driving licence valid in the UK and access to a vehicle OR have access to a form of transport that enables you to carry out the duties of the post[i]. [i] Applies only to applicants who have a disability under the Disability Discrimination Act. Working arrangements/ Flexibility 37 hours per week Monday – Friday. The post holder may be required to work outside of normal office hours as required .
Building Control Officer
The post holder will be responsible for:- Providing a high quality, effective and efficient Building Control Service to fulfil Council’s statutory responsibilities for implementation and enforcement of The Building Regulations (NI) and The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) Regulations (NI) and allied legislation to ensure buildings are safe, healthy, accessible and sustainable. Assisting in the delivery of Council’s statutory duties under the Disability Discrimination Act to ensure suitable accessibility is afforded to employees, visitors and members of the public in Council controlled premises. Assisting in the delivery of Council’s statutory duties regarding property certificate legal enquiries, dangerous structures, dilapidations, street naming and postal numbering. Ensuring that all responsibilities are carried out in an effective and timely manner to meet departmental objectives. Providing a professional and technical advice and consultancy service to both internal and external stakeholders, and participation in project teams for Government administered schemes. Ensuring that the department complies with all statutory and legislative requirements by adhering to these requirements and working in accordance with good governance and health and safety requirements. Ensuring that all responsibilities are carried out in a timely and effective manner and that general confidentiality is maintained in all areas relating to the work of the Council. PLEASE NOTE: Only application forms containing all the information which has been sought will be considered. The shortlisting panel will base shortlisting decisions on the information contained within the Essential Criteria narrative sections of the application form, however Desirable Criteria may be used. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide sufficient relevant information including dates in this section of the form for each criteria. A reserve list may be established in order to fill future permanent and temporary posts that may arise for another similar vacancy within the following 12 months. Should a similar post become available within this time period, the post may be offered to those candidates on the reserve list, in order of merit, without the requirement for a further interview. The post may be offered on a full-time, part-time, permanent, temporary or fixed-term basis.
Business Support Officer Office Of The Director Services And Integration
Job Summary The Child and Family Agency was established on 1st January 2014 and is responsible for a range of statutory functions including provision of child protection, alternative care, specified regulatory services and a range of family support services. The Agency has commenced a major improvement programme with significant focus on Practice, Culture and Structure. The Agency currently has responsibility for a budget of circa €1.2billion and delivers its services through over 5,500 people in 259 locations across the Country. The Child and Family Agency has responsibility for the following range of services: Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Attachment(s): Candidate Information Pack Grade VI Business Support Officer May 2025.pdf
Senior Executive Officer
Principle Duties and Responsibilities of the Role: The Head of Economics will report directly to the Director of Insights & Operations and will be responsible for interpreting and predicting economic conditions and advising senior management on implications to key schemes which will improve the quality of strategic decisions taken by the Agency. In that context, the following is a (non-exhaustive) overview of some of the principal duties and responsibilities associated with the position: Salary Scale – Salary Scale – Senior Executive Officer – Grade 8 LA Scales €80,165, €80,880, €84,026, €87,191, €90,362, €93,500, €96,657, LSI1 €100,238 LSI2 €105,945 New entrants will be appointed on the first point of the scale in line with government policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if immediately before appointment you area currently serving civil/public servant. Eligibility to compete: Candidates should note that eligibility to compete is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA). 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. To qualify candidates must be citizens of the EEA by the date of any job offer. Eligible candidates must be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Closing date for Receipt of Applications – 12.00 noon on Monday 16th of June 2025 Application Procedure Candidates must provide: a. a completed Housing Agency application form b. All sections of the application form must be completed. c. Applications should be typed and submitted via email in PDF format to recruitment@housingagency.ie d. Applicants will be short-listed based on the information supplied. e. Incomplete applications will not be considered for shortlisting. f. Applications will not be accepted under any circumstances after the closing date / Time. g. Canvassing by or on behalf of the applicant will automatically disqualify. Should the person recommended for appointment decline or having accepted the position relinquish it or if any additional vacancy arises, the Agency may, at its discretion, select and recommend another person for appointment on the results of the selection process.
