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Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland Vacancies: Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts YAP Ireland is continuously recruiting male and female Advocates from all areas to work within their local communities, supporting children, young people and families to achieve their goals. YAP Advocates come from all walks of life and make a huge difference to the lives of Young People and Families. The young people we work with come from diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. We welcome applicants with first hand work / life experience of the issues facing these young people and their families including Roma and Travellers. We provide training and experience that creates opportunities for Advocates to become skilled at working with young people and families within their community in a strengths-based way. Please Note: If you are not in these area’s but you’re still interested in working as an Advocate, please fill out the application form and someone will contact you when we are recruiting in your area. Youth Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts – Person Spec and Job Description The Youth Advocate reports to a Team Leader. This post requires working within the YAP strengths-based model, to provide 1:1 support for vulnerable young people and their families and to support them in their home and local communities so that they can achieve their goals. YAP Ireland provides a strengths-based, needs led service for 6-12 months to children, young people and families who are struggling with a range of issues in their lives. You will work intensively with them to achieve positive change and meet their goals. Responsibilities and Tasks: 1. To deliver a 1:1 service to young people and families under the supervision and support of the Team Leader. 2. Together with the Team Leader to build a positive, supportive working relationship with the young person and their family using the YAP strengths-based model to help them achieve their goals. 3. Together with the Team Leader, to develop a plan of work (Individualised Service Plan) to focus on the abilities, strengths and needs of the young person and their families. 4. To carry out day to day work with the young person and family, addressing their needs as outlined in the ISP. This may involve supporting the young person to participate in appropriate education, accessing appropriate services or finding community activities to link the young person into. 5. To promote, enable and empower the young person and families voice to be heard and ensure they have a voice in their service/life/community. This includes activity groups, participation and consultation groups. 6.Together with the Team Leader, to adopt a Wraparound approach that will bring together those key people and services who can offer support to the young person and family during and after the YAP Service. 7. To identify and evaluate the changing needs and interests of the child/young person as the relationship progresses and to adapt the service accordingly. 8. To understand the Health and Safety policies required for all activities with young people including any specific medical history, medications and specific special needs and/or diagnosis. 9. To complete in a timely and accurate manner the required weekly paperwork and to submit to the line manager by the agreed deadlines. 10. To be familiar with all Yap’s current policies and procedures, especially in the areas of Child Protection, Confidentiality and On-Call and to work within those in a professional manner. 11. To attend staff development, training and supervisory sessions as scheduled. This will include regular supervision. Some training courses are mandatory and advocates will be required to attend this training. 12. To undertake other duties as appropriate. Advocate Person Specification ExperienceEssential Life Experience relevant to young people and families e.g. raising children, child minding, sports coaching, community work, volunteering, youth club or lived experience of overcoming the challenges facing young people and families. Non-essential 3 months experience of working / volunteering within a youth work, family support or community setting Skills Essential A positive attitude towards children and young people and an ability to work from a strengths based perspective, be non-judgemental and creative. A knowledge/understanding of issues affecting young people. Good communication skills Good time management and organisational skills Basic computer skills Ability to write reports on work undertaken Full Driving Licence and own transport. What we offer: PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE OFFICIAL CAREERS WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY FOR YOUR AREA
Clinical Nurse Manager
Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Are registered in the relevant division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann) or entitled to be so registered. And (ii) Have at least 3 years post registration full time experience (or an aggregate of 3 years) of which 1 year post registration full time experience must be in the speciality or related area. (or an aggregate of 1 years post registration full time experience) And (iii) Have the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role And (iv) Candidates must demonstrate evidence of Continuing Professional Development. Annual registration (i) On appointment, Practitioners must maintain live annual registration on the relevant division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (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). Post specific requirements: Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in a residential setting and/or community setting.
Senior House Officer-medicine-january Rotation
Job Title: Senior House Officer - Medicine – January Rotation 2027 Grade Code: 1005 County: Donegal Hse Area: Saolta University Health Care Group Staff Category: Medical & Dental Contract Type: Temporary Whole time Internal/External: External Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held as soon as possible after closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances Informal Enquiries: Michael McHugh Phone : 0749123694 Email : michael.mchugp@hse.ie Closing Date: Friday 9thOctober 2026 at 9pm Location Details: Assignment will be to Letterkenny University Hospital. Application Details: Applications must be submitted via Rezoomo only. Applications received in any other way will not be accepted. There will be no exceptions made
Research Finance Officer
Essential Qualifications and Skills • Degree (Level 8) in a relevant area. • Experience supporting research funding applications, financial administration, grant administration or project administration involving budget preparation, financial review or compliance processes. • Experience preparing, reviewing or analysing budgets. • Strong numerical and analytical skills. • Excellent organisational and communication skills. • Experience working with multiple stakeholders and deadlines. • Strong Excel and MS Office skills. Desirable Qualifications and Skills • Professional qualification in accountancy. • Experience within a higher education, research or innovation environment. • Knowledge of national and European research funding programmes. • Familiarity with research costing methodologies. • Awareness of State Aid principles and public funding requirements. • Experience using research management or finance systems. • Experience in designing or adapting user-focused tools (e.g. budget models, reporting templates, dashboards) to improve processes and support staff. Overview of the Role Atlantic Technological University (ATU) is seeking to appoint a Research Finance Pre-Award Officer to support the development of high-quality research funding applications by providing financial and budgetary expertise to academic and research staff. The post holder will prepare and review proposal budgets, advise on funder financial requirements, and coordinate the financial approval process for funding applications. Working closely with researchers, the Finance Office, Research Development Officers and other professional services departments, the role ensures that proposals are costed accurately and submitted in accordance with funder and institutional requirements. The post holder will also support the financial handover of successful projects to Finance and relevant post-award support teams. Catalysing Research and Innovation for Regional Prosperity: RISE@ATU ATU’s transformative and ambitious TU RISE programme (RISE@ATU) invests European Regional Development Funds to progress Ireland’s Smart Specialisation Strategy for Innovation (S3) in the Northern and Western region. RISE@ATU will advance institutional Research and Innovation (R&I) capacity while delivering tangible benefits to enterprises, empowering diverse beneficiaries, and ultimately fostering regional prosperity and cohesion. TU RISE is co-financed by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the ERDF Southern, Eastern & Midland Regional Programme 2021-27 and the Northern & Western Regional Programme 2021-27. Duties • Support researchers in the development of budgets for national, European and other externally funded research and innovation proposals. • Prepare, review and validate project costings and budgets and interpret funding call financial requirements to support the development of accurate, compliant and competitive funding proposals. • Advise Principal Investigators and research teams on eligible costs, funding rules and budget preparation. • Work closely with the Finance Office to ensure proposals are costed in accordance with institutional financial policies and procedures. • Liaise with Research Development Officers and other professional services staff to support the preparation and submission of funding applications. • Coordinate the financial review and approval process for research funding proposals prior to submission. • Maintain accurate records of proposal budgets, approvals, submissions and funding outcomes. • Undertake a preliminary review of proposal eligibility and institutional compliance requirements and refer complex matters, including potential State Aid considerations, to appropriate colleagues for advice and resolution. • Develop and maintain budget templates, guidance materials and related documentation to support researchers. • Contribute to the delivery of training and information sessions on research costing, budgeting and funder financial requirements. • Support the research information systems (RIMS) and CRM platforms to track funding applications and project lifecycles. • Support the financial handover of successful projects to the Finance Office and relevant post-award support teams. • Contribute to the continuous improvement of research support processes, systems and procedures. • Undertake such other duties appropriate to the grade as may be assigned from time to time. Salary Salary Scale (€58,476 – 71,440) Candidates external to the sector may be appointed up to the 3rd Point (€61,569) of the Salary Scale in accordance with University Policy Hours of Work 35 hours per week
Senior House Officer
Senior House Office - SHO This post is based in a new Older Persons Services community inpatient unit. The new unit will open on a phased basis from December 2026. The unit is located adjacent to Letterkenny University Hospital and will have a total of 110 beds when fully operational. Contract Details: 12 month contract Eligibility Requirements:
Registrar
Registrar This post is based in a new Older Persons Services community inpatient unit. The new unit will open on a phased basis from December 2026. The unit is located adjacent to Letterkenny University Hospital and will have a total of 110 beds when fully operational. Contract Details: 12 month contract Eligibility Requirements:
Healthcare Assistant
We are excited to invite applications from committed and caring Healthcare Assistants (Personal Assistants) who are interested in joining our growing team in Co.Donegal . The areas to be covered are: Donegal Town, Mountcharles, Inver, Dunkineely, Ardara, Killybegs, Kilcar and Carrick The positions on offer are Full-time (39 hours per week) and Part-time (18.5 hours per week) Required Availability: Weekdays and every second weekend Overall, Purpose of Job The purpose of the role is to enable our members to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living, by assisting in one or more of the following areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship. This role takes place in the homes and communities of our members. Liaison There are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified home support staff as required and maintain close communication with the Assisted Living Service Coordinator and Scheduling staff. Training and Qualifications, required What we Require: QQI level 5 (Major Award) in Healthcare Support or similar qualification in Social Care is essential Full clean drivers' licence is essential Kind and Caring attitude Use of your own smart phone to check in and out of your visits is essential Behaviours Person centred approach An ability to build strong relationships Strong customer service focus Flexible approach to work High level of confidentiality Competencies Communicating and Influencing Motivating and Empowering Planning and Organising Quality, Customer Focus and Accountability What we Offer Salary range for this position is €16.52- €18.39 per hour depending on experience Before 8am and after 8pm - from €20.65 to €22.98 per hour Sunday - from €24.58 to €27.58 per hour Public Holidays - from €33.04 to €36.78 per hour Yearly incremental salary scale (7 point scale) Paid inter-client mileage Sick pay scheme Maternity and paternity pay scheme Excellent working conditions Holidays paid at a rate of 8% of hours worked. PRSA Pension scheme available Bike to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Service A commitment to the on-going training and development of all employees CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Seasonal Guide Information Officer
About the position: Visitor Services of the Office of Public Works currently seek enthusiastic people to join their dedicated Guide Teams at National Monument/National Historic Property Sites under their remit. This competition will be used to fill a range of temporary/seasonal posts over the next year. The duration of seasonal employment may vary, depending on the local operational requirements. The hours, commencement dates and completion dates of the season may also vary for the same reasons. The role of the seasonal guide/information officer will include: Protection of the site Ensuring that any rules for visitors are observed Being responsible for security and safety at the site Supervising visitors so as to maintain order and prevent interference with the site. Assist in the development and implementation of educational activities. Assist in the development of exhibitions and running events, if required. Visitor reception & related issues Welcoming visitors to the site Introducing visitors to the site and its facilities Administering admission tickets and receipts Selling literature, postcards and posters Counting money and reconciling receipts Counting stock Keeping reception area and other site facilities clean and tidy Operating audio visual or other appropriate equipment Dealing with phone enquiries Handling bookings for the site Dealing with enquiries about the area and its visitor facilities. Assisting in the operation of the online booking management system for both individual and business (Tour Operator) visitors - where applicable Collation and production of statistics on visitor numbers Promotion and interpretation of the Site Familiarisation with all aspects of the importance and story of the site Developing own tour commentary in conjunction with supervisor and other guides Giving guided tours Adapting a guided tour to suit a particular group Dealing with detailed enquiries about particular features of the site Outdoor duties to include but not limited to Park Stewarding Invigilating duties. All candidates must be capable of carrying out all duties associated with the post. In addition, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Conditions of Service: General information for Employment as a Seasonal Guide / Information Officer Rate of Pay Candidates should note that entry will be at the minimum point of the Guide scale and will not be subject to negotiation. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government policy (€15.69 – €24.28 per hour) Working Week Full time seasonal guides, unless otherwise indicated, are required to work on a roster (five days over seven days per week including weekends and public holidays). Flexibility in attendance is required, including evening attendance as and when required. Sunday Pay Time + Time for hours actually worked. Annual Leave Entitlement Seasonal Guide / Information Officer will have their annual leave allowance determined by a pro-rata amount of the 25-day maximum which is the full year allowance. Because of the seasonal nature of the position, certain restrictions may apply to when Guides take leave during their seasonal employment. Where applicable, pay in lieu of leave is paid at the end of the working period. Hours of Attendance Hours are not fixed and can vary from site to site. The actual hours of attendance will be arranged according to local management requirements during the period of your employment. Physical Work Environment and Candidate Capabilities Undertaking tours and dealing with visitor groups requires extensive vocal work. Outdoor work in inclement weather, work in confined spaces, at heights and on uneven ground are factors at certain sites. Please note that some sites have terrain that is challenging. By applying for the position, the applicant is confirming that there is nothing on the grounds of health which would preclude the applicant from meeting the requirements of the position in a consistent and satisfactory manner and the applicant is fully competent, fully capable and available to undertake the duties of the post. Appointees will be required to complete an online health questionnaire and will also be required to declare, before appointment, that they are fully capable of undertaking the duties and responsibilities attached to the position. Employment in the position will be subject to the appointee remaining fully capable of meeting the requirements of the position. If a candidate wishes to request any workplace accommodation, adaptation or facilitation, upon receiving an offer of appointment, the candidate can identify any accommodations on the obligatory ‘Staff Census Form’ to be returned to the OPW Disability Liaison Officer (DLO) as part of their pre-employment undertakings. Dress Code You are required to observe a neat code of dress during working hours. A guide uniform is provided at certain sites. Otherwise, a guide uniform allowance may be payable where it is a management requirement that guides adapt a colour coded clothing regime. Superannuation For a Seasonal Guide / Information Officer recruited before 1 January 2013 superannuation benefits are provided in accordance with the terms of the Non-Contributory Superannuation Scheme for Non-Established Civil Servants. Membership of the scheme is compulsory. The minimum retirement age at which pension is payable for members of this Scheme is 65 and compulsory retirement age is 70. This pension is integrated with the Dept. of Social Protection, State Pension (Contributory) which is currently payable with effect from Age 66. The public service pension paid under this Scheme is based on the assumption that the individual will also receive the State Pension (Contributory), at the maximum personal rate on retirement. Where this does not happen, a Supplementary Pension may be payable, on application by the retired member (there is no automatic entitlement and the onus is on the individual to apply). Staff appointed between 1 April, 2004 and 31 December, 2012, do not have a maximum retirement age. Staff appointed after 1 January, 2013, unless they have previously been members of a Public Service Pension Scheme and have not had a break in service of greater than 26 weeks, will be automatically enrolled in the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. The minimum retirement age for Scheme members is in line with the age of eligibility for the Contributory Old Age State Pension, currently Age 66. Membership of the scheme is compulsory. Retirement is compulsory on reaching 70 years of age. Spouses’ and dependant children’s pensions are granted under the terms of the Contributory Scheme for the Spouses and Children of non-established Civil Servants. Membership of the scheme is compulsory. At the time of being offered an appointment, the employing Department/Office will, in the light of the appointee’s employment history, determine whether he or she is a ‘new entrant’ or not. Candidates are advised to consult Section 2 of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004 in relation to the definition of “new entrant”. The text of Section 2 and of the Act is available on the website www.oireachtas.ie. Appointees will be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment. Other Employment Appointees cannot be employed by another public service body during the period of appointment with the OPW. Candidates who are on approved absences from other employment must ensure they are not impinging on their terms of absence by taking up a position with the OPW; proof of these terms must be supplied to OPW. Candidates engaged on community employment schemes must determine, and supply proof, of their eligibility for the position, by their provider. Eligibility and Employment Conditions The candidate is responsible for ensuring that she/he meets the eligibility requirements and is capable of taking up and meeting the requirements of this position. Failure to meet any of the eligibility requirements and conditions attached to the position will result in the candidate having their Contract of Employment terminated should one have been issued.
General Operative
Salary range: €24,024 per annum; paid monthly Experience: QQI Level 5 healthcare certificate required Closing date: Sun, 11 Oct 2026 Description: SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas. The Role: We are currently looking to recruit a General Operative (Permanent Part Time - 30 hours per week; minimum 4 days over 7 days per week; day & night shifts) to join our Children & Family team in Bundoran - Ozanam House Residential, CO. Donegal. The purpose of this role is to provide relief cover for the SVP Ozanam House Residential Unit staff, covering periods of sick leave or annual leave of staff throughout the year. The overall objective of the General Operative - Relief is to assist and support the residents of SVP Ozanam House Residential Unit, promote the physical, emotional and intellectual well-being of the residents. This job will require flexible day working , and rotation to night shifts as required. The General Operative will help to provide and maintain the best quality and standard of care possible in accordance with the SVP Ozanam House philosophy. In order that the Management of the SVP Ozanam House Residential Unit may maintain a safe and secure environment for the residents and staff alike, the General Operative will support and assist in the provision of a clean, comfortable, safe and secure environment in the house. This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland’s largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community. Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required Education • A minimum education requirement of leaving certificate is essential. • Additional Training or qualifications in healthcare, social care or care of the elderly such as QQI Level 5 healthcare certificate required. • Current First Aid Training qualification is an advantage. Experience • Experience of working with the elderly or this age group in general would be an advantage. • Experience of working in the community/ voluntary sector would be an advantage. Skills • Be empathic, caring and enjoy working to support the elderly. • Have great interpersonal skills with the ability to relate well to people. • Possess good listening and communication skills. • Be tactful and have the ability to deal with sensitive issues. • Enjoy working in a team, be supportive and have a flexible approach to your work tasks. Knowledge • Knowledge of the Society and of its mission and values. • Knowledge of needs and issues of older members of our community. • An empathy towards the welfare and wellbeing of the elderly.
Senior HR Generalist/Deputy HR Manager
The Opportunity: Are you an experienced HR Generalist/ HR BP seeking to take the next step into a HR Manager level role? An exceptional new opportunity has become available for an Senior HR Generalist to take their career to the next level within a Global leading technology and services provider based in County Donegal . This is more than just a generalist role you will have the opportunity to work closely with leaders and employees across multiple sites supporting on a broad range of HR activities while making a genuine impact on the employee experience, culture and wider people strategy. Your new role: As Senior HR Generalist you will be a key business partner to functional onsite managers providing HR support and guidance and also implement and maintain HR strategy as determined by the global and regional HR teams. Responsibilities: Time Travel Needed: 20% travel required between Ireland and Northern Ireland sites.
