Jobs in Cork
Sort by: relevance | dateChef De Partie
Full time Chef de Partie Required. Employer and Employment Location: Huarui Limited trading as Sea Palace at Old Town Hall, McCurtain Hill, Clonakilty, Co Cork requires ( 1 ) Chef De Partie. Requirement: To assist the head chef in preparing and cooking Asian food. To work as part of the kitchen team. Minimum 2 years of experience. Working hours: 39 hours per week. Salary : €36,605 per annum AD PUBLISHED: FROM 24TH MARCH 2026 TO 21ST APRIL 2026
7.5 Tonne Delivery Driver
About The Sofa Delivery Company: At The Sofa Delivery Company, we know that a sofa is one of the most meaningful things someone can buy. That’s why we’re on a mission to be the best two-person delivery company around, delivering great experiences to our customers that count. As part of the DFS group, we deliver for our group brands - DFS and Sofology. Our colleagues are given the tools, training and support to make moments matter. We recognise and reward our people for going the extra mile, for our customers and each other. Whether you’re in the warehouse, out on the road, or in a customer’s home, at The Sofa Delivery Company, you’ll deliver moments that matter. At The Sofa Delivery Company, we believe in rewarding hard work and making every day enjoyable. Here’s what we offer: The Highlights: Across our Group, we're committed to a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and can thrive at work. We celebrate diverse voices, champion inclusion, and support each other through our growing colleague networks. We invest in partnerships that drive change, from supporting Doncaster Pride and introducing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, to partnering with Carers UK and developing leaders with Diversity in Retail. We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. So, if your experience doesn't quite match the specification, we'd still really love to hear from you.
Commis Chef
Full time Commis Chef Required. Employer and Employment Location: Hua Mei Ltd. at Royal Palace, the Hawthorn Bar, The lough, Co. Cork requires ( 1 ) Commis Chef. Requirements: To assist the head chef in preparing and cooking Asian food. To work as part of the kitchen team. Minimum 2 years working experience. Working Hours : 39 hours per week. Salary : €36,605 per annum AD PUBLISHED: FROM 16TH MARCH 2026 TO 13TH APRIL 2026
Staff Nurse Adult Services
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking highly-motivated Staff Nurses to join our team in Cork Adult Day Services Contract Type: Permanent. Contract Hours: 27 hours per week Salary Scale: €37,060 to €54,111 pro rata per annum. This pay scale is subject to increase in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 Organisations Annual Leave Entitlement : 33/34/36 days commensurate with experience pro rata per annum. Overview of the Post: The post holder will work as part of the Adult Services team supporting Service Owners and their families/carers within the region, providing excellent professional, skilled and effective person centred, evidence-based nursing care in line with New Directions. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Be registered in the General Nurse Division of the Register of Nurses kept by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann). And Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, (including a high standard of clinical and administrative capacity), for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. Annual registration On appointment, practitioners must maintain live annual registration on the General Nurse Division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann). Be eligible to work in the state Experience of working in a person-centred health or social care setting Have such experience as will enable him/her to provide nursing duties as required. Possess a full clean Manual driving license. Desirable Criteria: Experience of working with adults or children with disabilities desirable. Experience of working within adult day services setting an advantage. If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Wednesday 15th April 2026 at noon. A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Social Care Worker
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2024 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Social Care Worker to join our team in St Laurence, Lota Park, Glanmire, Cork . Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: Part time, 35 hours per week Salary Scale: €39,160 to €54,746 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 31/32/34 (depending on experience) Overview of the Post: To work as part of the team in St Laurence (Adult Residential Services) and to support the Person in Charge in providing a quality service to adults with disabilities availing of services. Assisting Service Owners to plan for and direct their supports to meet their personal goals and to support Service Owners in making connections within their local community. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: Hold professional registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. See list of recognised Social Care qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social- care- professionals/education/approved- qualifications/social-care-workers/ AND b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability, for the proper discharge of the role Annual registration On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. · Experience in contributing to the development of personal plans · Has experience and knowledge of the role of a key worker. · Experience of delivering personal care to adults. · Experience of assisting adults with medical needs/ administering medication. · Experience of engaging in professional supervision Desirable Criteria: · Experience of working with adults with disabilities including physical/intellectual/ ASD/behaviours of concern. · Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team · Experience in taking leadership in the development of personal plans. · Experience in responding to complaints If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Wednesday 15thApril 2026 before noon A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Principal Psychology Specialist
There are currently a number of permanent whole-time vacancies available to support operational governance of Psychology services in the HSE South West Region. Appointees will work with the Principal Psychology Manager in the relevant IHA to support day to day governance of Psychologists clinical practice across the assigned population/care group. Current vacancies are: · Principal Psychologist Specialist, CAMHS- IHA South and West · Principal Psychologist Specialist, Primary Care- IHA North and East · Principal Psychologist Specialist, Primary Care- IHA Kerry · Principal Psychologist Specialist, Social Inclusion-Cork A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Psychology Services in the HSE South West Region across Primary Care, Mental Health and Social Inclusion from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Purpose of the Post: The overall purpose of these posts is to assist the Regional Director of Psychology in the clinical governance of psychological services and to contribute to and support the development of the social inclusion service in line with divisional operational plans. The Principal Psychologist Specialist will provide operational governance, line-management and supervision as required for staff in the designated area or responsibility, in addition to carrying a clinical caseload. The post-holder will also support the Regional Director of Psychology with designated departmental organisational tasks and projects relevant to the development of Social Inclusion psychology services, offering leadership to more junior staff as required. Post Specific Requirements / Experience: Applicants must: Demonstrate depth and breadth of achievement in the development of high-quality, integrated, accountable and efficient Psychology services as relevant to the role. And Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in the provision of assessment, formulation, intervention, evaluation, reporting and supervision with a broad range of clinical problems in terms of complexity and severity seen within the care group area as relevant to the role. We welcome informal enquiries about the role: Prof. Daniel Flynn, Regional Director of Psychology, HSE South West 087 278 7054 DanielM.Flynn@hse.ie For more information regarding this post, please download the attached supporting documentation. Please allow sufficient time to submit your application form before the deadline. For technical issues please contact Valenitne Healy at Valentine.Healy1@hse.ie. It is recommended that you have the most recent version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox on your PC/Laptop.
Audiologist, Chief
There is currently 1 Chief Audiologist vacancy available in Community Healthcare Services, HSE South West, St. Finbarrs hospital, Douglas Rd, Cork. A panel may be created from this campaign for the Laboratory Scientist (PALs), from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full time or part time duration may be filled. Purpose of the Post: We welcome informal enquiries about the role: Name: Elaine Howlin Email: Elaine.howlin@hse.ie Tel: 0868321348 For more information regarding this post, please download the attached supporting documentation. Please allow sufficient time to submit your application form before the deadline. It is recommended that you have the most recent version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox on your PC/Laptop. For technical issues please contact Valentine Healy at Valentine.Healy1@hse.ie.
Student Recruitment Marketing Manager
Role Description University College Cork, a comprehensive, globally ranked, research intensive university, is seeking to appoint a Student Recruitment Marketing Manager to lead the delivery of its ambitious student recruitment plan. Attractive to highly motivated professionals, the successful candidate will have a proven track record of delivering creative and innovative student recruitment services to a high standard. The Student Recruitment Marketing Manager will be responsible for shaping the university’s student recruitment marketing plan and leading the delivery of campaigns, initiatives and processes that support the delivery of the university’s student recruitment goals. By devising sector-leading, student-centred approaches to awareness, nurture and conversion activities, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in attracting students to the University in support of our commitment to excellence and diversity, positioning UCC as the university of choice, nationally and internationally, for our comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Based in the Office of the Vice President Global Engagement, the role will contribute to the successful delivery of the University’s Strategic Plan and, in particular, its Global Engagement Plan. • Lead the creation and delivery of the annual student recruitment marketing plan to support the University’s enrolment and student recruitment goals across undergraduate and postgraduate courses for Irish and international markets. • Provide expert guidance, coordination and oversight for student recruitment marketing plans across the University, ensuring a One University approach in terms of consistency, coherence and alignment. • Contribute to the delivery of the University’s global objectives through collaboration across the Office of Global Engagement. Student Recruitment Marketing (SRM) Campaigns • Integrated with the Student Recruitment Office, develop, deliver and evaluate an annual student recruitment marketing plan, with agreed KPIs and budget, designed to support the University’s enrolment targets. • Coordinate campaigns on traditional and digital platforms, across domestic and international markets, that deliver value for money and meet agreed KPIs. • Develop and roll out Student Recruitment Marketing (SRM) guidelines across the University to advance the One University approach and the implementation of best practice in student recruitment marketing. • Work across the Global Engagement team to develop and curate content for recruitment and programme materials, with an approach that is innovative, creative and student focused. • Liaise with the web content team to establish KPIs for core landing and course pages, ensuring these are optimised for search engines, evaluating traffic, sources and engagement points, improving performance, converting applications and optimising the student journey. • Collaborate across the University’s student recruitment, marketing and communications teams to deliver and coordinate recruitment marketing activities that maximise impact and resource efficiency. • Chair the Student Recruitment Marketing Group to promote a University-wide approach to all marketing plans and targets. • Develop and deliver training and capacity building across the University to enhance performance in campaign planning and the use of digital tools and techniques. Branding and Communications • Develop creative assets to cultivate consistency and high standards in marketing across the University. • Work directly with Student Recruitment to create and update the full range of student recruitment marketing collateral for events and fairs across undergraduate, postgraduate, international and domestic activity, including major Open Days, Postgraduate Expo, and domestic and overseas events. • Create original copy and editorial for key student recruitment collateral and activities, and manage the production of multimedia assets, working with UCC’s creative services and suppliers as appropriate. • Manage and update editorial requirements for advertising in guides, websites or third-party platforms and course display online portals (e.g. Studyportals, FindAMasters). • Act as a brand and visual identity guardian. Social Media • Work with the Social Media Manager to develop and implement a strategy for paid and organic social media campaigns designed to meet agreed KPIs in student recruitment. • Research the latest trends and techniques to ensure the optimal use of UCC’s social channels for student recruitment marketing. • Evaluate analytics and disseminate information that fosters a culture of continuous improvement for SRM campaigns. • Lead, advise and support student recruitment and marketing staff to cultivate best practice in the delivery of SRM campaigns and communications. Compliance and Advertising • Lead on developing student recruitment marketing advertising requirements and plans. • Develop and implement policies designed to promote best practice and reporting on advertising effectiveness and cost efficiency. • Work with the Head of Marketing to ensure compliance with Irish language requirements in all SRM advertising. Health and Safety In addition to the statutory safety duties of all employees (as prescribed in safety legislation and the relevant local safety statement), each staff member is responsible for: • Discharging any safety functions delegated to them by their Head of College, School, Department, Centre or Unit in relation to the areas or activities under their control • Co-operating and assisting the University and the Head of College, School, Department, Centre or Unit in the discharge of their statutory safety responsibilities • Ensuring that all work under their control is undertaken safely and without risk to health and complies with the provisions of all relevant statutory legislation Essential Criteria Degree in Marketing, Digital Marketing or a related field is essential. A Master’s degree or specialist qualification is highly desirable. Significant experience (typically 5+ years) in building sector-leading, creative, integrated marketing campaigns delivering against agreed KPIs with return on investment. Proven leadership skills in delivering sales or recruitment marketing strategies at scale. Proven expertise in content marketing and developing best-in-class creative assets across all formats. Understanding of student recruitment or sales environments and CRM techniques. Understanding of core prospective student audiences, the prospective student journey and lead acquisition and conversion campaigns and techniques. Exemplary written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor content and communication styles to key audiences. Strong understanding of social media trends, digital marketing trends and paid and organic social strategies to engage core audiences. Creative mindset with strong storytelling and multimedia production skills. Proficiency with analytical tools, website and social media management platforms and content creation software. Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to develop excellent working relationships and to successfully negotiate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels. Desirable Criteria Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities. Awareness of international marketing considerations with experience of managing international marketing campaigns. Understanding of the issues and challenges affecting the higher education sector. Understanding of the Official Languages Act 2021 and its implications for advertising within the higher education sector. Working knowledge of the Irish language is an advantage. Salary Appointment may be made on the Admin III Salary Scale: €60,862 - €72,665 (Scale B) or €57,949 - €69,147 (Scale A). Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. As required by public pay policy for the higher education sector, new appointments to a direct entry recruitment grade will generally be at the minimum (first point) of the relevant scale. For existing public servants, the restriction to the first point on the scale may be varied where a person is appointed to the same or an analogous grade, role or position as their previous public service employment. The rate of remuneration for all appointments may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. Working Hours The working hours for administrative staff are 35 hours per week, with normal hours of duty from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday, with 1 hour for lunch break. Due to the nature and seniority of the post, however, it may be necessary to extend and vary these hours from time to time in order to meet the exigencies of the post. Annual Leave Annual leave will be 29 days per annum. This leave is exclusive of public holidays and Good Friday. The leave year commences on 1 July annually and four days annual leave must be held for the Christmas closure period. Sick Leave Sick leave will be granted in line with University policy in this regard, which may change from time to time. You should familiarise yourself with the University Sick Leave Policy and University Sick Leave Management Policy. Tenure The tenure of the post is permanent, whole-time, based on the following provisions: a) A probationary period of twelve months shall apply from commencement of employment in the post, during which the contract of employment may be terminated by either party in accordance with the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts 1973 to 2005 b) Except in circumstances of gross misconduct justifying immediate dismissal, the appointee will receive one month’s notice of termination of employment or, if greater, such notice as is provided for in the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts 1973 c) The appointee is required to give one month’s notice of termination of employment Pension The Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 established the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. In general, anyone taking up pensionable public service employment on or after 1 January 2013 is a member of the Single Scheme. The Act provides that most members of the Single Scheme have a minimum pension age consistent with the age of eligibility for the State Pension (Contributory) and a compulsory retirement age of 70. A member of this group is generally referred to as a Single Scheme member. However, applicants who have previously worked in a pensionable post (non-Single Scheme terms) in the Irish Civil or Public Service may be offered membership of the UCC Pension Scheme. The normal retirement date in this scheme is age 65. A compulsory retirement date of 70 may apply depending on the date of first employment in the Irish Civil or Public Service. The relevant pension scheme will be confirmed to the successful applicant on completion of the Pensions Declaration Form prior to taking up employment.
Mobile Shop Assistant
The Würth Group is a leading provider of industrial consumable products, with over 400 companies and a global workforce of 83,000 people. Our commitment to highquality products, innovation and excellent customer service has earned us an enviable reputation and continued growth. Würth Ireland has been active for over 40 years from our head office on the Ballysimon Road, Limerick city. Our growth throughout the nineties and into the new millennium, coupled with recordbreaking sales, has made Würth Ireland a top 1000 company in the country and market leader in its field. Offering a range of over 8,000 industrial products direct from the logistics centre in Limerick coupled and a further 120,000 articles through direct shipment from Germany, we are not only ready to supply and service our customers today, but for the future. In line with our OmniChannel Strategy our company expansion has led to the opening of 22 Trade Outlets throughout Ireland with further expansion planned over the next 3 years. Our EBusiness continues to expand, incorporating vending technology, scanners, online sales and selling, coupled with social and video marketing. We have the largest Salesforce in Ireland with over 100 directly employed Sales Representatives on the road selling, servicing, and supporting our growing customer base. Our main industry sectors are: Automotive Aftermarket, Engineering & MRO, Construction, Renewables as well as Kitchens, Bedrooms & Bathrooms. Within our company’s headquarters in Limerick, you will find over 70 support staff working across a variety of functions including Sales, Marketing, Finance, Customer Services, Purchasing, Human Resources and Logistics. We are now looking to recruit a Mobile Shop Assistant who will be based primarily in our Kinsale Road store. We envisage that the mobile shop assistant will live in Cork and be willing to travel between the Blackpool and Kinsale Road store, at short notice when required. This is an exciting new dual role position that combines traditional shop duties with dedicated support to our Construction customers including engaging with construction customers over the phone, taking their orders, and delivering products directly to their sites when needed. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, customerfacing environment, has an interest in tools and constructionrelated products, and enjoys variety in their daytoday work. Your Mission! As a Mobile Shop Assistant, you will deliver a knowledgeable, friendly, and dependable service to all our customers. You’ll play a key role in driving shop sales, promoting products and services, and providing outstanding customer support—both instore and to our growing base of construction clients. You will join a motivated team who take pride in their store, collaborate closely, and enjoy what they do. Duties & Responsibilities • Building strong, effective relationships with retail and construction customers through valueadded selling and dependable service. • Identifying sales opportunities and offering tailored advice on our extensive product range. • Making regular telesales calls to construction customers to take orders, follow up on requirements, and promote current offers. • Coordinating and making deliveries to construction sites across Cork City, ensuring timely and accurate service. • Striving to meet and exceed monthly KPIs, including sales and margin targets. • Maintaining a clean, organized, and wellmerchandised shop floor and counter area. • Monitoring and managing stock levels effectively. • Supporting multiple store locations with the flexibility to move quickly as needed. • Keeping your work environment tidy and adhering to all safety protocols. • Always being security and safety conscious, both instore and on the road. Skills, Experience & Requirements • Experience in selling, ideally in construction, trade, tools, automotive, or a D.I.Y. retail environment. • Strong ambition to succeed and contribute to team goals. • Must have a full clean driving license (essential for deliveries and mobility between stores). • Comfortable working independently and taking initiative. • A natural communicator who enjoys engaging with people and building customer relationships. • Friendly, dependable, enthusiastic, and honest. • Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to support multiple shops at short notice. • Prior experience working with construction clients or knowledge of construction tools/products is a strong advantage What we Offer Joining Wurth Ireland means joining a growing German Multinational– full of support and opportunity including excellent training and ongoing development to help you be the best you can be!!!! We offer a competitive salary with ample opportunity to increase your earnings through monthly and quarterly incentives. · Life Cover · 23 days annual leave · Onboarding Programme · Paid Sick Leave Scheme · Employee Referral Scheme · Staff Discount · Long Service Rewards · Career Progression Opportunities · Wellness initiatives including 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme OTE Earnings €34,000 pa plus commission on sales
Programme Development and Quality Officer
Job Title: Programme Development and Quality Officer Reporting to: Programme Development – Project Manager Location: Griffith College – Any campus – Dublin, Cork or Limerick Job Type: Permanent – Full time Job Specifications: Programme Development and Quality Officer – Quality Assurance and Enhancement Department (QAED) The Programme Development and Quality Officer plays a key role within the academic Programme Development team, contributing to the design, enhancement, and assurance of Griffith’s portfolio of programmes. Working collaboratively with academic and professional colleagues, the post-holder supports the development of high-quality, industry-aligned, and learner-centred courses that reflect current standards and emerging trends across disciplines. Based within QAED, a central aspect of the role involves developing and applying expertise in QQI-related compliance and regulatory frameworks to ensure all programme proposals meet national quality standards and institutional policies. Through this, the Programme Development and Quality Officer actively guides programme design and review, helping teams interpret and apply requirements effectively. In working across a diverse range of subject areas, the post-holder contributes to maintaining the robustness, relevance, and consistency of Griffith’s academic offerings, ensuring that each programme remains both compliant and responsive to the evolving needs of learners, employers, and industry sectors. Job Responsibilities include*: Programme Development Support the full project lifecycle for new and revised programmes, from initial proposal and design, through approval, to implementation and launch. Prepare and format programme documentation using institutional and QQI templates. Review, edit and curate programme documents, providing guidance on their refinement in preparation for submission to accreditation bodies. Coordinate input from subject experts to ensure consistency and regulatory alignment. Maintain accurate records, version control, and development timelines. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure programme proposals are feasible and compliant. Organise and support programme meetings, panels, and validation events. Collate documentation for external validation and accreditation processes. Foster collegial relationships and, where appropriate, engage with peer providers to share good practice in programme development and quality assurance. Contribute to evaluation, monitoring and review of the programme development process within an institutional context. Engage in ongoing professional development through relevant training, workshops, and sectoral activities to deepen expertise. Quality Assurance and Enhancement Support the implementation of the College’s quality assurance and enhancement policies and processes to meet institutional and QQI standards. Assist in preparing reports and materials for internal and external quality reviews and audits. Support engagement with QQI and other external professional, statutory and regulatory bodies. Maintain up-to-date records and ensure compliance with QAE procedures and data protection requirements. Participate in relevant committees, working groups, and quality activities, (including sectoral forums, symposiums, and conferences). Undertake other related duties that support academic development and quality assurance and enhancement. This exciting position offers opportunities to progress within the QAED and the wider college. Candidate Profile – Requirements and Likely Attributes Requirements (All) Wide interests across a range of subject disciplines and welcomes opportunities to learn and explore new areas. Excellent command of English and can write fluently for different target audiences. Respectful and welcoming in all their interactions, supporting diversity and inclusion. Strong IT skills (particularly MS Word and Excel) with an enthusiasm, ease and adaptability for integrating new skills, including data analysis and visualisation. Demonstrates strong attention to detail and produces written work to exacting standards. Ability and confidence to contribute to ongoing enhancement and improvements. Strong work ethic and commitment to delivering on goals and timelines. Works well on their own and as part of a team or multiple teams, meeting and supporting others to meet shared deadlines. Engages with work activities and related information in a confidential manner. Welcomes and supports change as a key enabler of ongoing quality enhancement. Values their own academic qualifications and respects the importance and reputation of the college’s qualifications for learners, employers and everyone involved in their development and delivery. Likely Attributes (Most if not all) Experience in “high stakes” administration requiring clarity and accuracy. Administration experience in higher or further education. Experience in an academic programme development role. Experience in a quality assurance, enhancement or improvement role. Qualifications at master’s level (or equivalent experience). Why join Programme Development / QAED You will be playing a valuable and worthwhile role for learners, directly assisting and informing the design, quality and delivery of the college’s programmes. You will get to produce work to exacting national and international standards. You will have considerable variety and the opportunity to learn new skills. You will gain valuable experience of higher education through your regular interaction with colleagues at all levels, from across the college’s faculties, departments and partner institutions. You will join a team that welcomes, supports and develops new members and their ideas. You will be safeguarding and developing the reputation of the college’s programmes and the reputation of the learners’ awards. You will get the opportunity to network with peers, both internally and externally. About Griffith College Griffith College is Ireland's largest independent third level institution with locations in Dublin, Cork and Limerick. The main campus is situated on seven acres within a mile of St. Stephen's Green on Dublin's South Circular Road. Griffith College enjoys national and a growing international reputation for student success. The College has gained an enviable, award winning reputation for providing students with first class lectures and excellent study material. Griffith College offers internationally recognised postgraduate and undergraduate degree programmes, complimented by a wide range of professional, short term and corporate training educational solutions - in Griffith college, there is something for everyone. Today there are over 7,000 students studying in the College, which is a designated educational institute of the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). Click the link for more information. http://www.griffith.ie/ Our Vision ‘To be recognised among the leading, innovative and socially enterprising of Ireland’s universities” Why work for Griffith College? • Competitive salary package • Access to the College’s pension scheme • Access to healthcare plans for employees and their families • Enhanced maternity leave pay • Flexible working arrangements, including the ability to work from home in line with the College’s remote working policy • Access to ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programmes, up to Doctorate level • Subsidised College programmes to support career development and upskilling. • Opportunities for staff mobility through Erasmus+ and other international mobility programmes • Mental Health and Wellbeing supports available • Free weekly yoga classes • Access to onsite fitness equipment • Availability of green space on campus, accessible to staff for sports and recreational activities • Cycle to Work scheme • Vibrant, multidisciplinary and multicultural learning environment • Inclusive and diverse community • Innovative and agile place to work • Welcoming environment committed to both learner and staff development • Staff discounts and offers from a wide range of retailers and service providers • Preferential accommodation rates during the summer period for staff, and for friends and family of staff at Griffith Rooms • Year-round staff social and wellbeing events, including BBQs, coffee mornings, wellness talks, EDI events, and more • Onsite subsidised restaurant • Free parking facilities • Staff Social Club with regular events *Notes: This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline of proposed areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing environment within the Department and the College. Griffith College is proud and enriched by the rich diversity of its learners and staff. Candidates applying for the position must be eligible to work full-time for any employer in Ireland.
