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Applications are invited for paid internships, which may arise in the Communications Unit of the Department of Foreign Affairs. The Unit's role is to promote Ireland and Irish foreign policy internationally and to provide strategic guidance to the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ministers of State, our teams based at the Department’s headquarters in Dublin and our Embassy and Consulate network. The Unit is part of the Department's Global Ireland and Economic Division and is made up of the following teams: Press Relations, Multimedia and Digital, Public Diplomacy and Content, Irish Aid Communications, Internal Communications. A key aspect of the Unit’s work is to manage digital communications platforms and advise internally on how digital communications can be used to achieve the Department’s objectives at home and abroad. These internships will offer a unique opportunity for talented individuals to work as part of a highly motivated and skilled team on innovative projects covering a range of disciplines of relevance to policy objectives. Internships will be for a duration of 22 months. All internships will be based in the Department of Foreign Affairs, Dublin. Successful candidates will gain practical experience by contributing to our communications across our digital platforms. The production of accurate and engaging written features and social media copy complemented by suitable multimedia assets for a wide range of platforms and channels will be core to the work. In this context, strong candidates for these roles would be able to display specialist skills in digital media. This may include, but not be limited to, areas like videography, photography, graphic design, digital asset management, social media, copywriting, ensuring consistency and adherence to accessibility standards, and style guidelines. The Department of Foreign Affairs is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Qualifications/Experience: Essential • Have at a minimum a second class honours undergraduate degree in one of the following areas: journalism, marketing, communications, design or equivalent. • Knowledge of digital platforms, content management systems, and social media tools. • Experience in the production of creative digital content*. • High level of oral and written communication skills, including copywriting skills. • Excellent interpersonal skills, initiative and good judgement along with the ability to develop good working relationships and operate as part of a team. *Where possible please provide links to examples of work in the application form. Desirable • Experience in video production or photography or graphic design. • Knowledge of the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, in particular Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Express. • Knowledge of digital marketing and search engine optimisation. • Knowledge of data analytics. • Experience in copywriting for online publication. • Familiarity with Digital Asset Management systems, multimedia copyright and usage rights. • Knowledge of project coordination. • Experience operating teleprompters and working with scripted content. • Knowledge of accessible media (Subtitling, Captions, ALT Tags, SRT Files). • A strong interest in the work of the Department of Foreign Affairs. Job Specification: These roles require specialist skills in digital media, including videography, photography, graphic design, digital asset management, social media, and copywriting. The precise range of duties will vary over time according to the demands of the unit, but will include the following: • Generate high quality user-focused content for digital channels working across all HQ Units and Missions to ensure consistent presentation and tone of voice. • Develop and create social media content across platforms, including but not limited to text, images, graphic assets, scripts and videos. • Research and write engaging content for Ireland.ie aimed at promoting Ireland globally as a place to live, work, study and invest. • Analyse design briefs, determine requirements, and conceptualise content for digital platforms, primarily Ireland.ie. • Source appropriate footage and maintaining databases of video and audio content in line with copyright and legal requirements. • Media management including update and maintaining of internal content databases • Film original video content for use on Ireland.ie and related social media. • Edit video material and packaging of all video content in relevant formats across a range of digital channels, including for Mission microsites. • Ensure accessibility of all video content through inclusion of closed captions and subtitles. • Conduct research to provide accurate and up-to-date information in both website articles and social media posts. • Conduct research on industry trends and incorporate relevant learnings into content development. • Maintain and contribute to a content calendar for website and social media, ensuring consistent and timely content delivery. • Coordinate across HQ and Mission network to align content with campaigns and initiatives. • Utilise analytics tools to optimise content. Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). 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 has a stamp 4 visa1 or a stamp 5 visa; It should be noted that any attempt, direct or indirect, by or on behalf of a candidate to influence the selection process will automatically disqualify the candidate. Code of Practice The selection process for appointments will be conducted in accordance with the Code of Practice for Appointment to Positions in the Civil Service and Public Service. Complaints/requests for review will be considered in accordance with the procedures set out in the Code of Practice which can be accessed by visiting www.cpsa.ie. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) The current legislation for Data Protection in Ireland is the Data Protection Acts 1988 - 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation (EU 2016/679). The Data Controller for the collection and processing of your personal data in the Department of Foreign Affairs. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of your application and will not be further processed in a manner that is incompatible with those purposes. When you submit an application for a competition, we create a record in your name. Information submitted by you or obtained from third parties on your behalf is used in processing your application. Your data will be retained by the Department for as long as there is a business need to do so and in line with the Department’s obligations under the National Archives Act 1986 (as amended). All necessary technical measures have been put in place to ensure the safety and security of the systems which hold this data
Retail Assistant
Here at Primark, we love to do things our way. Because we help our customers keep up with high fashion at affordable prices. We do everything with passion, high standards and care around here. And if that sounds like you, join us as a Retail Assistant. Because you matter People are at the heart of what we do, so it’s essential that we provide you with the right environment to perform at your very best. We offer benefits that put you first: • Salary: we offer a competitive salary €12.70 per hour plus premium Sunday rate • Balance: Enjoy flexibility with accommodating shifts • Pension: Secure your future with our generous pension scheme • Discounts: Use your in-store employee discount across our fabulous range • Support: Explore our well-being initiatives and employee assistance programme. • Holiday: Enjoy generous holidays, based on your hours • Opportunity to progress your career internationally What will I be doing? As a Retail Assistant, you’ll be making our customer’s day, every day. Here’s what this looks like in action: • Providing customers with an amazing experience as you help them with things like sizes or styles, purchases, or returns • Setting up a good-looking shop floor with full shelves, tidy fitting rooms and all the latest fashions, as well as keeping a tidy and well-organised stockroom • Delivering a fast, friendly, efficient experience at till points, processing queries, voids, and returns. • Receiving, unpacking and checking off new deliveries. Getting our products on to the shop floor and ensuring they’re all correctly priced - all while making sure everything meets our high standards Who you are: We love to delight our customers with amazing in store experiences and that starts with you! Here’s what we need: • You’re passionate about people and creating those amazing experiences • You’re honest, a strong communicator who can also listen, share ideas and get involved where needed • You’ve got good organisational skills and attention to detail • You’re a team player with high levels of motivation, a positive attitude and willingness to learn • You’re interested in fashion and the latest looks • Ideally, you’ve got some experience working within a busy retail environment To join us, apply today! Our fashion isn’t one-size-fits-all and neither is our culture. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Store Manager
The Company EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest independent Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing over 300 people. The Person EZ Living Furniture are looking to recruit a competent & enthusiastic Store Manager with a strong retail sales background to join & lead our dynamic team in our new Drogheda Store. This challenging and rewarding position involves supporting a team of sales people in reaching and exceeding both personal and company targets, while ensuring all day-to-day activities required for the smooth running and development of our store are completed. The successful candidate will have a proven sales ability, coupled with excellent organisational and communication skills, along with a genuine desire to deliver a first-rate customer experience. Duties & Responsibilities: · Demonstrate a highly determined drive for sales, always leading by example. · Continuously communicate with & motivate team. · Deliver exceptional customer service at all times. · Hold responsibility of being the first point of contact for the store when liaising across internal departments. · Continually coaching team to ensure that product knowledge, company policies and our brand values are reviewed and reconsidered at all times. · People management activities, working in liaison with HR & senior management. · Completing regular reports for senior management. Skills & Qualifications: · Exceptional communication and coaching skills · A proven people manager and team player · Excellent administrative & organisational skill · Proficient Microsoft Office user, with an easy ability to learn our in-house systems. · Available to work to a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays. · Furniture experience would be a benefit but not essential. · Ability to use your own initiative, escalating issues to senior management when appropriate. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Visual Merchandiser
The Person EZ Living Furniture requires a full time Visual Merchandiser with flair and a real eye for detail to make our new Drogheda Store an exciting and inviting place to shop. You will be part of our Visual Merchandising team reporting to our Regional Visual Merchandiser Manager. This very rewarding role involves merchandising according to seasonal themes. The role will involve working on your own initiative, continuously looking for alternative ways of creating an effect/atmosphere in the store, which will help our customers to make that purchasing decision through your displays. Skills and Qualifications CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Mattress Expert
The Company EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest independent Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing over 300 people. We are delighted to announce that we are looking for a Mattress Expert for Our New Drogheda Store. The Person WHY JOIN US: Look us up on Glassdoor- rated 4.6/5 read our reviews. We’re dynamic and expanding Fun, fast paced & high energy work environment Culture of developing and promoting from within the company Our Generous staff discounts Our pension scheme Our Bonus Scheme Our Educational Support Scheme Our Discounted corporate rate health care Our free Employee Assistance Programme Our wellbeing initiatives like our Bike to work scheme Career Development Opportunities Continuous professional development with dedicated training resources CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Sales Advisor
The Company EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest independent Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing over 300 people. We are delighted to announce that we are looking for a Sales Advisor for Our New Drogheda Store. The Person WHY JOIN US: Look us up on Glassdoor- rated 4.6/5 read our reviews. We’re dynamic and expanding Fun, fast paced & high energy work environment Culture of developing and promoting from within the company Our Generous staff discounts Our pension scheme Our Bonus Scheme Our Educational Support Scheme Our Discounted corporate rate health care Our free Employee Assistance Programme Our wellbeing initiatives like our Bike to work scheme Career Development Opportunities Continuous professional development with dedicated training resources CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Retail Associate
Retail Associate - Drogheda Permanent Part Time (20 hours p/w) The job in a nutshell Sales associates at Three are motivated and personable with a real passion for customers and a desire to achieve business results. Our Sales Associates push the boundaries to deliver the best experience possible for our customers, while working with our direct and wider team to drive sales and exceed sales targets. At Three, our values are important to us and define who we are. These values help us to develop a culture of empowerment, ownership and achievement. What else it involves You will deliver excellent Customer service living our value "We focus on the customer" There’s a lot more to us than meets the eye. You may think you know us, but we’re full of surprises. Intrigued? Join us and Be Phenomenal. Apply now at: https://www.three.ie/careers #Jobs Three Ireland is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you do not ‘tick every box’ there are likely other valuable attributes and skills you have that would make you a great fit for the team. If you feel this role is for you, then please apply! We are committed to equal employment and growing a diverse workforce. We embrace those of any race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, marital status, family status, civil status or membership of the traveller community, and we want our teams to reflect this! If you require interview reasonable adjustments, please let us know when scheduling your interview, or alternatively please email recruitment.support@three.ie
Supervisor
Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. To achieve this, we work hard, accept responsibility and seek every opportunity to learn about pets and customers. Are you passionate about pets and learning? Join our team and learn more with Maxi Zoo Ireland. We are currently recruiting a Supervisor for our Drogheda Store. What you will do: · Provide customer service with the aim of optimising customer loyalty · Advertise all Fressnapf|Maxi Zoo products and services and referring customers to regional or digital services. · Ensure an attractive, clean and tidy appearance of the stores at all times in accordance with company policies and regulations to create a positive shopping experience for our customers. · Act as a role model and provide guidance to the sales team. Encourage a culture of open communication and support to enhance team performance · Collaborate closely with the Store Manager to align sales strategies, share insights on customer trends, and assist in the overall management of the store. contributing to a cohesive and efficient store operation. · Ensure that there is full product availability on the shelves, minimise inventory discrepancies and maintain high inventory quality. · Ensure compliance with all processes and regulations which are defined in the Guidelines for Money and Product Management, Cash Handling and Cashier Policy. · Completion of assigned back office tasks as well as following POS guidelines and correct implementation of planograms. · Ensure the promotion of your own professional and personal development in consultation with the store manager. · Completion of staff training within the specified time frames. · Achieve targets keeping the pets needs at the forefront of everything we do. Maxi Zoo Ireland advocates responsible pet ownership and advises that a sale should be refused if it does not match the companies beliefs · Ensure compliance with all process standards, legal and organisational policies and guidelines within the Corporate Center Standards as well as Irish regulations, in particular health and safety regulations. What you will bring: Why join us? · Advancement Opportunities – An opportunity to grow with Europe’s biggest pet retailer. At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · A chance to work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Continuous learning through our induction plan, e-learning academy, classroom training environment and development plans · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores! · Service Pay- Higher rate of pay from when you reach 12 months service · Paid sick leave · Paid maternity and paternity leave · Paid annual leave and bank holidays · Employee assistance programme · Cycle to work Scheme · Refer a friend scheme · Maxi Zoo is an equal opportunities employer
Sales Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. Interact with each customer with great pride, passion and care and inspire shoppers through knowledge and expertise. The ideal candidate will have/be: • Excellent communication skills • Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs • Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible • Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment • Customer driven • Previous customer service experience is an advantage. Main duties: • Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based • Show a positive attitude and take responsibility for ensuring customers receive an excellent shopping experience • Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy • Merchandise shelves, ensuring that all areas of the store are presented to the highest standard • Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Deli Manager/chargehand
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the Deli Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provides our customers with excellent quality products and services. The ideal candidate will have/be: - 2 years` experience in a Supervisor/Manager role is desirable - 1 years` experience in a role with indepth experience to fresh food is desirable • Experience in successfully achieving sales targets and KPIs • Experience in gross profit and margins is essential • Fully trained in HACCP and food safety, and has experience in meeting the HACCP and food safety requirements • Experience in ordering for deli departments and managing waste within a fresh food department • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) • Numerical skills • Ability to roster and adhere to budgets • Excellent communication skills • Have a true passion for the food industry and as such be creative and innovative with the fresh offering • Customer focused manager who can build a quality and loyal customer base • The ability to inspire, lead and motivate employees through support and development. Main duties: • Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based • Prepare the presentation and layout of the deli serve over • Drive sales and margin across all key areas of the deli • Responsible for KPIs such as sales, margin, waste management, pricing and promotional displays • Implement planograms correctly • Minimise waste and shrink in the department • Bring new ideas to the department on fresh food innovation through regular research and benchmarking against competitors • Demonstrate your passion for quality food by sharing knowledge, recipes and personal recommendations with shoppers; • Train all new employees to the deli • Deal with all customer queries and efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy • Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
