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Sort by: relevance | dateCommunications Officer (Executive Officer)
What is the role? Communications functions vary across organisations, and the specific role and responsibilities of a Communications Officer will depend on the organisation and area to which you are assigned. Communications Units typically cover areas such as: • Press and media relations, working as part of a team in a Press Office; • Social media management; • Content creation, including design, photography and videography; • Digital communications and website management; • Marketing and advertising campaigns and public information initiatives; • Internal communications. The role of Communications Officer offers plenty of variety and the chance to build your experience across a range of areas. As a Communications Officer you will work as part of a team to drive the organisation’s communications strategy. For example, depending on the organisation or role to which you are assigned, you may be focused on liaising with members of the media to ensure clear and accurate information is communicated, managing media queries and coordinating media engagements, press conferences and interviews. Equally, you may be involved in the development of content and campaigns for social media, websites or other internal and external communication channels. Promotion and progression opportunities are available within communications through open competitions to Communications Specialist (HEO), Communications Manager (AP) and Head of Communications (PO). It is important to note that the role may require an element of evening/weekend work, or off-site events. Civil Service overtime and travel and subsistence arrangements and rates will apply, as appropriate. Key duties and responsibilities: As mentioned above, communications functions vary across organisations, and the specific role and responsibilities of a Communications Officer will depend on the organisation and area to which you are assigned. The following is an overview of the type of responsibilities and tasks involved in the Communications Officer role: • Liaising with the media and managing enquiries from journalists and other media contacts via telephone and email; • Preparing press releases, briefing documents and other communications materials; • Arranging and organising events, interviews, launches, photocalls and press conferences; • Contributing to the development and implementation of communications campaigns and programmes; • Summarising complex information and producing accessible communications for a variety of channels and audiences with different needs; • Creating content for social media, websites and other channels including photography, videography and graphic design; • Updating and editing websites; • Supporting stakeholder consultation programmes; • Collaborating effectively with teams across the Department/Agency to ensure the delivery of high-quality work in a timely manner; • Monitoring media and current affairs across print, broadcast and social/digital and Oireachtas business; • Supporting the delivery of internal communications programmes; • Dealing effectively with a broad range of information sources and identifying key issues and trends; • Supporting the implementation of systems to ensure the smooth running of the communications function and taking ownership to ensure issues are resolved or escalated to the proper personnel to resolve in a timely manner; • Making effective recommendations for communications activities; • General administrative duties, ensuring day-to-day support for managers as required; • Carrying out any other duties relevant to the role that may be identified from time to time. This job description is a guide to the general range of duties of the successful candidate. It is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. Positions requiring specialist Irish language skills The Civil Service is fully committed to fulfilling its obligations under the Official Languages Act. It is intended that vacancies arising which require staff to provide a full range of services through the Irish language (Functional Bilinguals), may be filled from this competition. In this regard, individuals who have proficiency in the Irish language and who fulfil all other eligibility criteria set out below may indicate their interest on the application form. Candidates who indicate their interest and who are successful at the final selection stages will be required to undergo certain assessments through Irish, e.g. interview and/or written test, prior to being considered for such a position. They must achieve the required level in the Irish language, i.e. demonstrate a minimum Level B2 on the Europass self-assessment framework. Essential Requirements, Qualifications and Experience On the closing date of Thursday, 9th April 2026, to be eligible for consideration, a candidate must satisfy the following requirements: A qualification of at least Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) (or NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualifications equivalent); and At least one year’s relevant professional experience in at least two of the following areas: Media engagement / press office Public relations Public affairs Journalism Event management Social media management Multimedia content creation Graphic design Website management Advertising Marketing Internal communications programmes In order to be effective in the role of a Communications Officer, candidates should have: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present material in a clear, concise and comprehensive manner; A good understanding of communications and the evolving communications landscape, including digital and social media, marketing, branding and advertising; Good knowledge and understanding of current affairs and the media landscape across print, broadcast and digital platforms; The ability to use information and communications technology, including a good level of proficiency in using Microsoft Office packages; Good research, editorial skills and storytelling ability; The ability to work calmly under pressure and deal with multiple demands and competing priorities to tight deadlines; The ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team; Strong organisational skills with a commitment to achieving quality results and ensuring all tasks are completed to a very high standard; A high level of motivation and a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team; A willingness to share ideas and information with the purpose of achieving a particular result; Motivation, flexibility and willingness to adapt and positively contribute to the implementation of change, and the ability to use own initiative as and when appropriate; The ability to absorb new information quickly, understand new concepts and relationships, and the awareness to focus on important information; Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to network, build and maintain relationships and successfully engage, persuade and collaborate with internal colleagues; The self-confidence and resilience necessary to cope with challenging and/or sensitive situations; A keen interest in public affairs and be committed to the concept of Public Service. Desirable • Proficiency in Irish. Candidates who wish to have their ability in Irish assessed may be required to undergo a language assessment in order to satisfy publicjobs of their ability to communicate effectively in Irish. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate the capabilities required for effective performance at this level. Civil Service (Government Departments and Offices) Dublin/Nationwide Permanent – Full time Starting at €38,419 3pm on Thursday, 9th April 2026
Maintenance Fitter
Role Summary: Dawn Meats Rathdowney are looking to recruit a Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitter (MAMF) to provide technical and problem-solving support for the plant and maintenance teams. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be based at our primary production plant in Rathdowney and their duties will include:
MRHP-- - Cardiac Physiologist
Cardiac Physiologist (Staff Grade) MRHP-03-26-101 Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise Location of Post: Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise There is currently one permanent , whole-time Cardiac Physiologist (Staff Grade) vacancy available in the Cardiology Department in the Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for a Cardiac Physiologist (Staff Grade) from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full-time or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries: For further information about the role, please contact: Dolores Fall Operations Manager Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise Email: dolores.fall@hse.ie Tel: 057 869 6376 HR Point of Contact: The HSE Dublin and Midlands is committed to providing information and services which are accessible to all, if you require accessibility assistance throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact: Sophie Larkin Human Resources Team Lead HSE Dublin and Midlands Email: sophie.larkin@hse.ie Tel: 087 703 1406 Purpose of the Post: The Cardiac Physiologist (Staff Grade) will provide support as part of a team in the provision of a comprehensive quality Cardiac Diagnostic service. The successful candidate must be familiar with the techniques and range of equipment used in current medical practice for the diagnosis, treatment and care of cardiac patients and be fully competent in performing all such investigations. Eligibility, Qualifications and / or Experience: 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) Candidates must at the latest date of application: - (i) Possess the BSc in Clinical Measurement from the Dublin Institute of Technology. OR (ii) Possess the BSc in Clinical Measurement from the Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin). OR (iii) Possess an equivalent relevant scientific qualification (Level 8) as confirmed by the Irish Institute of Clinical Measurement Science (IICMS). OR (iv) a) Possess the Certificate in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurement (MPPM) from the Dublin Institute of Technology. OR b) An equivalent scientific qualification as confirmed by the Irish Institute of Clinical Measurement Science awarded in or before 2005 (See Note 1*) . AND (b) Candidates must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. Note 1* In exceptional cases, where the IICMS are not in a position to validate pre 2005 qualifications, the Clinical Measurement Physiologists experts on the eligibility / selection board may, at their discretion, deem as eligible: HSE applicants who are currently employed as Clinical Measurement Physiologists, and who were employed in or before 2005, on the presentation of proof of their qualification(s) that was acceptable on the commencement of their employment. 2. Health Candidates 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. 3. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements: Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in Cardiac Echoes and experience in pacemaker / ICD / CRT as relevant to the role.
Petcare Advisor/Sales Assistant
Petmania are currently recruiting for a part-time Sales Associate for our Portlaoise store. The ideal candidate will be passionate about retail and sales and be willing and eager to make their mark in the store. In addition to this it is an advantage if you are currently studying or recently qualified in Animal Care to QQI level 5 or 6. We currently have a 3 day contract however we envisage that more hours will be available each week- please note you must be available mid week as well as weekends The main tasks you will be responsible for are; In addition to your basic pay we offer you; Quarterly bonuses based on the success of the store, Great training opportunities through our myPetmania portal, Paid maternity and paternity leave, Access to Cycle to Work scheme and Laya Employee Assistance Scheme, Access to HSF Health cover
Clinic Coordinator
Want to know more? At Hidden Hearing, we believe in a world free from the stigma of hearing loss, where our patients feel empowered to take control of their hearing healthcare, and where we can help more people hear better. We imagine a world where our people wake up every day feeling inspired and end the day feeling fulfilled by the work that they do. Do you like the idea of helping others to access hearing healthcare? Do you take pride in your work? If the answer is yes, we really want to hear from you! Based in our Portlaoise Hearing Centre - We are looking for someone to build their professional career with Hidden Hearing as an integral member of our Portlaoise Hearing Centre team, who are helping patients hear better, every day. As Clinic Coordinator, you will be in the position of delivering our life-changing hearing healthcare firsthand, whilst building yourself, your colleagues and our patients for success. The central responsibilities of this role are; Patient Care - provide a high quality of professional patient care to all inbound and outbound calls, covering the Portlaoise and greater area. Telemarketing – manage all inbound and outbound telemarketing calls/leads for the Portlaoise area, and ensure weekly/quarterly and annual targets are met and diaries are full. Our expectation is for our Clinic Coordinators to complete 80+ calls per day. Previous telemarketing experience advantageous. Brand Ambassador - representing Hidden Hearing, you will uphold our core values on a daily basis by consistently delivering a phenomenal patient care experience that we, as the modern hearing care experts, have been providing for almost 40 years. There is a basic salary of €30,000, plus commission, giving On Target Earnings of circa 40K per annum. At Hidden Hearing is dedicated to each of our employee's wellbeing; we will listen to you, help you live an engaged work life, and will treat you with respect and fairness. If you think that you would be a suitable candidate to join our Hidden Hearing team, we would be delighted to hear from you. Job Types: Permanent, Full-time OTE for this role are: €30,000 - €40,000 per year Benefits: Work Location: In person
Social Care Worker Residential Services
SOCIAL CARE WORKER Laois Residential Services Permanent Part Time 60 Hours Per Fortnight Contract We are recruiting for positions of Social Care Worker to work as part of a dynamic team supporting Individuals within the Laois Services. The successful candidate will be provided with the opportunity to support individuals with independent living skills, community inclusion and the promotion of their personal health and wellbeing. They will be given the opportunities and resources to encourage and motivate individuals in pursuing their personal interests and life goals. We are looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic Social Care Worker to support, encourage and motivate individuals to lead a fulfilling life. The roster will include days, weekends, waking nights and sleepovers. Requirements: Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Monday 30th March 2026 @ 10.00am Please note that the successful candidates will be required to be available for any of day, weekend, waking night duty and ‘sleep-over / over-night’ shifts. In addition, we require staff members to be willing to work alone in the residents’ homes. To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation Informal enquiries to: Mary Ramsbottom 087 6852643 (9.00am to 4.30pm)
Warehouse Coordinator
EPS Group is seeking an organised and proactive Warehouse Co‑ordinator to support the smooth running of our warehouse operations based at our branch in Mountrath, Co Laois. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and takes pride in accuracy, safety, and efficiency. Key Responsibilities We welcome speculative applications from individuals of all levels.
MRHP-- - Laboratory ICT Specialist
Laboratory ICT Specialist (Grade VII) MRHP-03-26-93 Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise Location of Post: Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise / Ospidéal Réigiúnach Lár na Tíre Port Laoise There is currently a permanent / whole-time vacancy available in the Laboratory for Laboratory IT Specialist at Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries: For further information about the role, please contact: Shay Conroy, Laboratory Manager, Pathology Department, MRH Portlaoise Tel: 057 8696270 Email: seamus.conroy@hse.ie Or Pierce Walsh, Hospital ICT Business Coordinator, MRH Portlaoise Email: pierce.walsh@hse.ie HR Point of Contact: The HSE Dublin and Midlands is committed to providing information and services which are accessible to all, if you require accessibility assistance throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact: Sonia Byrne Human Resources Team Lead HSE Dublin and Midlands Email: sonia.byrne@hse.ie Purpose of the Post:
MRHP-- - Clinical Nurse Specialist
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) / Clinical Midwife Specialist (CMS) - Ultrasonography MRHP-03-26-92 Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise Location of Post: Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise There is currently one permanent , whole-time Clinical Nurse Specialist / Clinical Midwife Specialist - Ultrasonography vacancy available in the Early Pregnancy Unit, Maternity Services in the Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for a Clinical Nurse Specialist / Clinical Midwife Specialist - Ultrasonography from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full-time or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries: For further information about the role, please contact: Ita Kinsella, Director of Midwifery Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise Email: ita.kinsella@hse.ie Tel: 087 103 7126 HR Point of Contact: DML is committed to providing information and services which are accessible to all, if you require accessibility assistance throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact: Jemima Bamboka HR Recruitment Officer HSE Dublin and Midlands Email: jemima.bamboka@hse.ie Tel: 0873355863 Purpose of the Post: To provide foetal assessment / ultrasonography services to women at the Midlands Regional Hospital Portlaoise. The successful candidate will work as a key member of the multidisciplinary team providing a woman-centred quality service to patients. This specialist practice will encompass a major clinical focus which comprises assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care given to patients and their partners / families. The Clinical Nurse Specialist / Clinical Midwife Specialist – Ultrasonography will deliver care in line with five core concepts of the role set out in the Framework for the Establishment of Clinical Nurse / Midwife Specialist Posts, 4thEdition, National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing and Midwifery (NCNM) 2008. The Clinical Nurse Specialist / Clinical Midwife Specialist – Ultrasonography will focus initially on the following service user groups: - pregnant women and / or women with gynaecology problems. The concepts are:
MRHP-- - Clinical Midwife Manager, Shift Leader
Clinical Midwife Manager 2 – Shift Leader MRHP-03-26-87 Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise Location: Maternity Services, Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise / Seirbhísí Máithreachais, Ospidéal Réigniúnach Lár na Tíre Port Laoise There is currently two permanen/whole-time Clinical Midwife Manager 2 – Shift Leader vacancies available in the Maternity Department in the Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for a Clinical Midwife Manager 2 – Shift Leader from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full-time or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries: We welcome enquiries about the role. For further information about the role, please contact: Ita Kinsella Director of Midwifery Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise Email: ita.kinsella@hse.ie Tel: 087 103 7126 HR Point of Contact: The HSE Dublin and Midlands is committed to providing information and services which are accessible to all, if you require accessibility assistance throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact: Sonia Byrne Human Resources Team Lead HSE Dublin and Midlands Email: sonia.byrne@hse.ie Purpose of the Post: The post of the Clinical Midwife Manager 2 – Shift Leader has a pivotal role in service planning, co-ordinating, and managing activity and resources within the clinical area. The main responsibilities are: quality assurance, resource management, staffing and staff development, practice development, facilitation communication and professional / clinical leadership. Eligibility Criteria, Qualifications and / or Experience 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: - (i) Are registered in the Midwives Division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann) or entitled to be so registered. AND (ii) Have at least 5 years post registration experience (or an aggregate of 5 years full-time post registration experience) of which 2 years must be in the speciality or related area of Midwifery. AND (iii) Have the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role. AND (iv) Candidates must demonstrate evidence of continuous professional development. AND (b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability including a high standard of suitability and clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role. 2. Annual Registration (i) On appointment, practitioners must maintain live annual registration on the Midwives Division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann). AND (ii) Confirm annual registration with NMBI to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC). 3. Health Candidates 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. 4. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements: Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the Neonatal Resuscitation Programme (NRP), Basic Life Support (BLS), management of Obstetric Emergencies, Cardiotocography (CTG) interpretation, perineal suturing and breastfeeding. Demonstrate knowledge of HSE National Standards for Bereavement Care following pregnancy loss and perinatal death. Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in nursing / midwifery management as relevant to the role.
