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Role Responsibilities and Functional Areas The Principal Officer will lead and direct a specialised transfer pricing function. The role may involve assignment to one of the following areas: Audit & Compliance In this area, the Principal Officer will be responsible for leading and directing a dedicated transfer pricing audit branch comprised of a multidisciplinary team of transfer pricing auditors and support staff. The Principal Officer will be responsible for developing and delivering the Branch’s transfer pricing audit programme and improving the capability and skills of the team. The Principal Officer will also be expected to contribute to the development of Revenue’s overall policy approach to transfer pricing matters. The Principal Officer will have the capacity to lead and participate in transfer pricing audits and other transfer pricing compliance interventions as well as the capacity to lead and direct their team to conduct such audits or enquiries. The Principal Officer will be expected to confront non-compliance in the area of transfer pricing, including in the area of attribution of profit to branches and permanent establishments. International Taxation In this area, the Principal Officer will be responsible for leading a dedicated transfer pricing Competent Authority team in resolving Mutual Agreement Procedures (MAPs) and Advance Pricing Agreements (APAs), as part of Ireland’s tax treaty obligations, or advising on transfer pricing policy matters at a national and international level. The Principal Officer will be expected to contribute to the development of transfer pricing capability within the team. The allocation of duties will depend on business needs, and the successful candidates may be assigned to either of the functional areas outlined above. Person Specification “The international tax landscape remains complex and challenging, and Revenue continues to dedicate significant specialist resources to managing the compliance risks and dispute resolution opportunities in this space.” – Commissioner Ruth Kennedy Principal Officer Transfer Pricing Role The Principal Officer role is a key senior management position within Revenue and the successful applicants will be expected to make a strong contribution to the continuous development of Revenue’s transfer pricing capacity and capability. The person required for the Principal Officer post must be able to demonstrate the following skills: • Significant management experience in a major organisation, including project management, managing resources or commercial negotiations. • A deep understanding of transfer pricing and the Irish tax system, law and practice and have specialist expertise in the areas of transfer pricing and international tax for businesses. • Active involvement in the design and implementation of cross border transfer pricing planning strategies and, ideally, involvement in, or an awareness of, intellectual property valuation issues. • Case-specific involvement in transfer pricing technical matters such as transfer pricing audits, advising on transfer pricing policies, responding to and defending claims for transfer pricing adjustments, managing engagement with tax administrations on cross border dispute resolutions such as mutual agreement procedures or dispute prevention processes such as advance pricing agreements. • Understanding how multinational businesses operate from both a legal and commercial perspective and how their transfer pricing policies and or tax planning or tax mitigation strategies impact on risk. • Excellent communication, networking and influencing skills, as required to operate at a senior level. • The ability to work on their own initiative and to provide leadership to their team. Successful applicants should note that Revenue is a responsive and agile organisation and, as such, you may be assigned to projects and other duties appropriate to the Principal Officer, Transfer Pricing role to which you are appointed. Responsibilities Transfer Pricing – Audit & Compliance • Managing risk-driven transfer pricing audits and enquiries in order to protect the Irish Corporate tax base. • Developing risk analysis strategies to identify transfer pricing risks. • Detection and assessment of transfer pricing risks. • Analysis of complex transfer pricing issues. • Managing teams of auditors or investigators. • Coaching, mentoring, and transferring skills. • Drafting internal operating instructions and guidance for taxpayers. • Liaising with other senior Revenue managers on transfer pricing issues, including contributing to the overall development of Revenue’s policy in relation to transfer pricing issues. • Providing transfer pricing support and advice to colleagues in operational divisions in Revenue. • The responsibilities listed above will also apply in relation to the attribution of profit to branches and permanent establishments. Transfer Pricing – International Taxation • Leading negotiations and timely resolution of transfer pricing MAP and APA cases with Ireland’s treaty partners. • Analysis of complex transfer pricing issues. • Developing and maintaining strong relationships with the competent authorities of other jurisdictions. • Managing, mentoring, and coaching a team with a particular focus on enhancing transfer pricing capability. • Advising on transfer pricing policy. • Representing Ireland’s interests in relation to OECD, EU and UN transfer pricing matters. • Providing transfer pricing technical support to other areas within Revenue. • Working closely with other senior Revenue managers in relation to transfer pricing and related issues. Locations This is a nationwide competition. Please select your location preferences when completing the application form. You may only select a location where you would be prepared to take up a position and you may only select a maximum of 2 locations. Please also note you may not change your location preferences after the closing date of this competition. Revenue has modern, flexible, and family-friendly working policies, which include opportunities for hybrid working. In hybrid working arrangements, a minimum office attendance of one day per week in your assigned location will be required in all roles, with additional attendance such as for business meetings, Divisional conferences, Finance Bill and EU Presidency where necessary and in line with business needs. Revenue has an active mobility policy; appointees may apply to move to a Principal Officer level role in Revenue or another Government Department under the Civil Service Mobility Scheme after two years in the post. Personal Pension Contribution (PPC Rate) The salary scale for the position of Principal Officer in Revenue, as of 1 February 2026, is as follows: €107,081 €111,625 €116,133 €120,676 €124,508 €128,483 (LSI 1) €132,450 (LSI 2) The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main or personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Entry will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are a currently serving civil or public servant. Subject to satisfactory performance increments may be payable in line with current Government Policy. Long service increments may be payable after 3 (LSI1) and 6 (LSI2) years’ satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale. You will agree that any overpayment of salary, allowances, or expenses will be repaid by you in accordance with Circular 07/2018: Recovery of Salary, Allowances, and Expenses Overpayments made to Staff Members or Former Staff Members or Pensioners. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed but will amount to not less than 41 hours and 15 minutes gross or 35 hours net per week. Flexible Working Policies As an Employer of Choice, the Civil Service has many flexible and family friendly policies, e.g. Worksharing, Shorter Working Year, Remote Working (operated on a blended basis), etc. All elective policies can be applied for in accordance with the relevant statutory provisions and are subject to the business needs of the organisation. The Civil Service also operates a Mobility scheme for all general service grades. This scheme provides staff with career opportunities to learn and partake in diverse roles across a range of Civil Service organisations and geographical locations. Annual Leave The annual leave allowance will be 30 working days. This allowance is subject to the usual conditions regarding the granting of annual leave and is on the basis of a five-day week and is exclusive of the usual public holidays. Employee Assistance Programme You will have access to confidential support services through the Civil Service Employee Assistance Service (CSEAS) and Revenue’s wellbeing programme “RevWell”.
Maintenance & Facilities Manager
Description Kepak is a leading food company with 14 manufacturing sites and over 4,500 employees across Ireland and the UK, with a turnover of €1.75 billion. The Group operates across three divisions: the Foods Division, Meat Division UK, and Meat Division Ireland. Guided by our values—Responsibility, Ambition, Passion for Food, and Teamwork—we are committed to operating as a successful, sustainable, future-ready business that is a great place to work. We supply fresh and value-added meat-based products to retail and foodservice through private label and our own brands, including Rustlers, Big Al's and John Stone. We have an exciting opportunity for a Primary & Facilities Maintenance Manager to join our team in Cork. The Maintenance Manager is fully responsible for the safe, complaint, and effective delivery of all engineering operations in the primary unit of the plant, facilities, and site services Leading a skilled engineering team and supported by a dedicated Facilities & Services Engineer, the Maintenance Manager collaborates closely with Operations, Projects, Environmental, and Quality teams to keep the production supply chain running at its best. With full ownership of engineering KPIs, budgets, and performance plans, this role is central to creating a resilient, efficient, and future‑ready manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Maintenance & Engineering Leadership
Recruitment Manager
We are seeking an experienced and driven Recruitment Manager to lead and manage our recruitment function across all divisions of the business. This is a high-impact, high-volume role responsible for delivering a best-in-class recruitment experience for both candidates and hiring managers. The successful candidate will take full ownership of the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring roles are filled efficiently with high-quality talent while maintaining a positive and professional candidate journey at all times. This is a busy, fast-paced position supporting ongoing recruitment across a wide range of roles including technical, operational, manufacturing, and corporate functions. Key Responsibilities
Instore Merchandiser
Role overview: As part of the in-store team, you will provide visual support to the store, engaging our customers by creative product placement and utilising the latest fashion trends. You will create window and in-store displays whilst maximising store profitability through enticing visual concepts. Responsibilities: Merchandising
Clinical Nurse Specialist University Hospital
Details of Service Cork University Hospital (CUH) has approximately 800 beds and this will increase further to 1,000 beds on completion of the transfer of additional services to the CUH campus. CUH currently employs approximately 4,571 (WTE) staff of multiple professions and is the primary teaching hospital for the Faculty of Health and Science in University College Cork (UCC). UCC is the Academic partner of the South/South West Hospital Group. CUH has very strong relationships with each of the six schools within the Science Faculty of UCC and this is a key area for future development to maximise the opportunities for both the service and academia. CUH is a Major Trauma Centre for the Republic of Ireland due to the wide range of specialties delivered by the hospital – including Neurosciences, Cardiac Services, Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Renal, Internal Medicine, Vascular, Ophthalmology, Urology, Plastic Surgery, Maxillary-Facial, Paediatrics, Intensive Care, Oncology, Haematology, Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Neonatology and Emergency Medicine. CUH is the tertiary referral centre for the HSE Southern area, and the supra regional area of Limerick, Clare, Tipperary, Waterford and Kilkenny. CUH therefore acts as a regional centre for secondary and tertiary care for the catchment population of approx. 550,000 served by the HSE Southern area and a supra-regional centre for a total a population of 1.1 million. Six Health Regions have been established within the HSE, on the basis of the geographical boundaries agreed by the Government in July 2019 and they will be operational from 2024. Each Health Region will be tasked with population specific planning resourcing and delivery of health and social care services for the needs of its unique population. This will result in improved accountability and governance in terms of finance and performance, while also bringing decision-making closer to the frontline. Health Regions will enable and empower staff to provide services that are: • Integrated, locally planned and delivered • Easier to access and navigate • Available closer to home Health Regions are geographically based units with clearly defined populations. They align community and hospital services within specific areas. The HSE will retain a strong but leaner central organisation, with more service provision developed at a local level. The HSE South West health region will manage and deliver all public health and social care services in Cork and Kerry. HSE South West includes all hospital and community healthcare services in the region. This includes: • South / South West Hospital Group S/SWHG • Cork Kerry Community Healthcare CKCH The Department of Population and Public Health is also now aligned with this health region Services in the South West health region: HSE Services working within this region include: • Acute Hospitals • Primary care services • Community services • Social care services • Health and social care professionals • Voluntary sector services South / South West Hospital Group and Cork Kerry Community Healthcare became part of HSE South West health region on 3rd March 2025 and the transition to the new structures will continue throughout 2026. CUH is one of the nine designated cancer centres of the HSE National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP). We provide cancer services predominantly to people who live in the counties of Cork, Kerry, South Tipperary, West Waterford and South East Limerick. Our cancer services include Rapid Access Clinics for Breast, Lung, Prostate and Colorectal Services; Surgical Cancer Treatments; Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology and Haematology Oncology Consultation; Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy treatments; Palliative Care and Psycho-oncology services. The Oncology Department in CUH has provided Oral Chemotherapy to patients for many years. Treating patients with Oral Anticancer Medication (OAM) is a complex, multistep, multidisciplinary process, including the decision to treat, prescribing, dispensing and management of a patient on these medications. The OAM care model will see more patients move from a day-case hospital admission for treatment to a self-administered SACT model. It is estimated that the number of patients receiving oral SACT for the treatment of cancer will increase by 42-48% between 2015 and 2025 (NCCP). The population of adults with cancer that are prescribed OAM continues to grow rapidly. There are over nine thousand patients seen between physical and virtual appointments in this service annually. The OAM service will be coordinated within a nurse-led clinic. The prognosis for patients prescribed OAM is better when cared for within a specialist Oral Clinic service rather than a general day unit. As an influential member of the MDT, the CNS Oral Chemotherapy is fundamental to the delivery of this service. Purpose of the Post The CNS post holder will deliver care in line with the five core concepts of the role set out in the Framework for the Establishment of Clinical Nurse Specialist Posts, 4th edition, National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing and Midwifery (NCNM) 2008. Caseload The CNS will focus initially on the following service user groups: Adults aged 16 and over. The concepts are: o Clinical Focus (Direct and Indirect Care) o Service user/client Advocacy o Education and Training o Audit and Research o Consultancy (including leadership in clinical practice) The Clinical Nurse Specialist (Oral Chemotherapy) will manage and coordinate both inpatient and outpatient care for patients presenting under the Oncology Service. Informal Enquiries We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact Jane Shanahan –Assistant Director of Nursing, Jane.shanahan@hse.ie /087 3841436 - for further information about the role Contact Tamara Broderick- People Resourcing, tamara.broderick@hse.ie – for enquiries relating to the recruitment process
Clinical Nurse Specialist, University Hospital
Details of Service Cork University Hospital (CUH) has approximately 800 beds and this will increase further to 1,000 beds on completion of the transfer of additional services to the CUH campus. CUH currently employs approximately 4,571 (WTE) staff of multiple professions and is the primary teaching hospital for the Faculty of Health and Science in University College Cork (UCC). UCC is the Academic partner of the South/South West Hospital Group. CUH has very strong relationships with each of the six schools within the Science Faculty of UCC and this is a key area for future development to maximise the opportunities for both the service and academia. CUH is a recommended Major Trauma Centre for the Republic of Ireland due to the wide range of specialties delivered by the hospital – including Neurosciences, Cardiac Services, Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Renal, Internal Medicine, Vascular, Ophthalmology, Urology, Plastic Surgery, Maxillary-Facial, Paediatrics, Intensive Care, Oncology, Haematology, Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Neonatology and Emergency Medicine. CUH is the tertiary referral centre for the HSE Southern area, and the supra regional area of Limerick, Clare, Tipperary, Waterford and Kilkenny. CUH therefore acts as a regional centre for secondary and tertiary care for the catchment population of approx. 550,000 served by the HSE Southern area and a supra-regional centre for a total a population of 1.2 million. Six Health Regions have been established within the HSE, on the basis of the geographical boundaries agreed by the Government in July 2019 and they will be operational from 2024. Each Health Region will be tasked with population specific planning resourcing and delivery of health and social care services for the needs of its unique population. This will result in improved accountability and governance in terms of finance and performance, while also bringing decision-making closer to the frontline. Health Regions will enable and empower staff to provide services that are: • Integrated, locally planned and delivered • Easier to access and navigate • Available closer to home Health Regions are geographically based units with clearly defined populations. They align community and hospital services within specific areas. The HSE will retain a strong but leaner central organisation, with more service provision developed at a local level. The HSE South West health region will manage and deliver all public health and social care services in Cork and Kerry. HSE South West includes all hospital and community healthcare services in the region. This includes: • South / South West Hospital Group S/SWHG • Cork Kerry Community Healthcare CKCH The Department of Population and Public Health is also now aligned with this health region Services in the South West health region: HSE Services working within this region include: • Acute Hospitals • Primary care services • Community services • Social care services • Health and social care professionals • Voluntary sector services South / South West Hospital Group and Cork Kerry Community Healthcare became part of HSE South West health region on 3rd March 2025 and the transition to the new structures will continue throughout 2026. NCCP Rapid Access Lung and Lung Cancer Care Programme The Orchid Centre is the hub for the NCCP Rapid Access Lung referral pathway at Cork University Hospital and provides an integrated lung cancer assessment, diagnostic, and treatment coordination service. The service delivers timely, patient‑centred care from initial referral through diagnosis, treatment decision‑making and onward management, ensuring coordination across the full lung cancer pathway. Care is delivered through a dedicated multi‑disciplinary and multi‑professional team, working in line with NCCP standards and best practice. The service encompasses rapid assessment clinics, diagnostic investigations (including biopsy and staging), communication of diagnosis, and coordination of individualised treatment plans. Treatment pathways may include surgery, systemic anti‑cancer therapies, radiotherapy and palliative interventions, with ongoing evaluation, surveillance and follow‑up care as appropriate. A key focus of the service is the provision of expert clinical nursing leadership, care coordination and patient advocacy , supporting patients and families through complex diagnostic and treatment journeys, facilitating timely MDT‑driven decision‑making, and ensuring continuity of care across hospital, oncology, respiratory, radiology and palliative services Purpose of the Post The CNS post holder will deliver care in line with the five core concepts of the role set out in the Framework for the Establishment of Clinical Nurse Specialist Posts, 4th edition, National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing and Midwifery (NCNM) 2008. Caseload The CNS will focus initially on the following service user groups: Adult patients aged 16 years and older attending the Rapid Access Lung Clinic. The concepts are: o Clinical Focus (Direct and Indirect Care) o Service user/client Advocacy o Education and Training o Audit and Research o Consultancy (including leadership in clinical practice) Informal Enquiries We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact Jane Shanahan –Assistant Director of Nursing, Jane.shanahan@hse.ie /0873841436 - for further information about the role Contact Tamara Broderick- People Resourcing, tamara.broderick@hse.ie – for enquiries relating to the recruitment process
Clinical Nurse Manager Paediatrics, University Hospital
Six Health Regions have been established within the HSE, on the basis of the geographical boundaries agreed by the Government in July 2019 and they will be operational from 2024. Each Health Region will be tasked with population specific planning resourcing and delivery of health and social care services for the needs of its unique population. This will result in improved accountability and governance in terms of finance and performance, while also bringing decision-making closer to the frontline. Health Regions will enable and empower staff to provide services that are: • Integrated, locally planned and delivered • Easier to access and navigate • Available closer to home Health Regions are geographically based units with clearly defined populations. They align community and hospital services within specific areas. The HSE will retain a strong but leaner central organisation, with more service provision developed at a local level. The HSE South West health region will manage and deliver all public health and social care services in Cork and Kerry. HSE South West includes all hospital and community healthcare services in the region. This includes: • South / South West Hospital Group S/SWHG • Cork Kerry Community Healthcare CKCH The Department of Population and Public Health is also now aligned with this health region Services in the South West health region: HSE Services working within this region include: • Acute Hospitals • Primary care services • Community services • Social care services • Health and social care professionals • Voluntary sector services South / South West Hospital Group and Cork Kerry Community Healthcare became part of HSE South West health region on 3rd March 2025 and the transition to the new structures will continue throughout 2026. Purpose of the Post The post of Clinical Nurse Manager 2 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, facilitating communication and professional / clinical leadership. Resuscitation & Sepsis Lead The CNM2 Paediatric (Resuscitation & Sepsis Lead) will be responsible for improving and building on how the Paediatric Service recognises and manages critically ill children, especially those with life-threatening infections and emergencies. The role will combine clinical leadership, education, governance and quality improvement. Clinical Leadership The post holder will help ensure that children who deteriorate are recognised early and treated quickly. · Leading the development and implementation of paediatric resuscitation protocols · Ensuring staff follow evidence-based guidelines · Supporting teams during complex or high-risk resuscitation cases · Standardising responses to emergencies such as cardiac arrest, respiratory failure, and septic shock Improving Early Recognition of Sepsis The post holder will ensure that sepsis is identified and treated rapidly, since delays significantly increase mortality. · Implementing sepsis screening tools and pathways · Promoting sepsis treatment bundles · Ensuring timely antibiotics, fluids, and escalation of care · Monitoring compliance with national or hospital sepsis targets Education and Training The post holder will ensure all staff caring for children are confident managing emergencies. · Organising paediatric resuscitation training · Delivering training sessions for sepsis and cardiac arrest scenarios · Supporting relevant certification courses · Teaching recognition of deteriorating children Quality Improvement and Clinical Governance The post holder will analyse performance and improve systems. · Reviewing paediatric cardiac arrest or severe sepsis cases · Leading mortality and morbidity reviews · Auditing compliance with resuscitation and sepsis protocols · Identifying system issues (delayed antibiotics, poor escalation etc) · Implementing improvements projects Policy Development and Guideline Implementation · Writing and updating local guidelines · Ensures alignment with national recommendations · Coordinates with relevant hospital committees Equipment and System Readiness The post holder will ensure the environment supports rapid emergency care. · Paediatric resuscitation trolleys are correctly stocked · Weight-based drug charts are available · Standardised equipment for different age groups · Readiness for rapid response or paediatric emergency calls In summary, the Paediatric Resuscitation and Sepsis Lead ensures that every child who deteriorates is recognised quickly and receives rapid, evidence-based emergency treatment, while also improving the systems, training, and governance that support this care. Informal Enquiries We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact Diarmuid Nolan Assistant Director of Nursing, Diarmuid.nolan@hse.ie 087 3653102 - for further information about the role Contact Tamara Broderick- Recruitment Function, tamara.broderick@hse.ie – for enquiries relating to the recruitment process
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 SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative 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.
Assistant Staff Officer
Remuneration The salary scale for the post as of (01/02/2026) €36,109, €38,241, €39,097, €41,260, €43,240, €44,973, €46,651, €48,914, €50,560, €52,235, €53,829, €55,463 LSIs New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Purpose of the post To provide administrative support within a function and to supervise clerical staff under their remit in a busy work environment. Principal duties and responsibilities The position of Grade IV encompasses both managerial and administrative responsibilities, which include the following: Administration • Ensure the efficient day-to-day administration of area of responsibility • Ensure that deadlines are met and service levels maintained • Support the preparation and issuing of office documentation (correspondence, reports, etc.) to the highest possible standard by monitoring and reviewing the work of the team to ensure quality and accuracy • Ensure that archives and records are accurate and readily available • Maintain confidentiality of documentation, records, etc. • Maximise the use of technology in ensuring work is completed to a high standard • Ensure line management is kept informed of issues • Ensure that stakeholders are kept informed and that their views are communicated to middle management • Organise and attend meetings as required • Take minutes at meetings and prepare for timely circulation following meeting • Active monitoring and management of waiting lists • Active monitoring and management of breeches / potential breeches • Management of patients for Inpatient Day Case and Outpatient Attendances Customer Service • Promote and maintain a customer focused environment including monitoring efficiency of service provided by the team and notifying Line Manager of any deficiencies • Ensure that service users are treated with dignity and respect • Act on feedback from service users / customers and report same to Line Manager Human Resources / Supervision of Staff • Manage the performance of staff • Ensure an even distribution of workload amongst the team, considering absence due to annual leave etc. • Supervise and ensure the well-being of staff within own remit • Co-operate and work in harmony with other teams and disciplines Service Delivery and Improvement • Actively participate in innovation and support change and improvement initiatives within the service; implement agreed changes to the administration of the service • Encourage and support staff through change processes • Implement agreed changes to administration of the service Standards, Policies, Procedures and Legislation • Maintain own knowledge of employer policies, procedures, guidelines and practices, to perform the role effectively and to ensure current work standards are met by own team • Maintain own knowledge of relevant regulations and legislation e.g. Financial Regulations, Health & Safety Legislation, Employment Legislation, FOI Acts, GDPR • Ensure consistent adherence to procedures within area of responsibility • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role • Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, 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. Eligibility criteria Qualifications and/or experience Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: i. Have satisfactory experience as a Clerical Officer in the HSE, TUSLA, other statutory health agencies, or a body which provides services on behalf of the HSE under Section 38 of the Health Act 2004 Or ii. Have obtained a pass (Grade D) in at least five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Leaving Certificate Examination, including Mathematics and English or Irish1. Candidates should have obtained at least Grade C on higher level papers in three subjects in that examination. Or iii. Have completed a relevant examination at a comparable standard in any equivalent examination in another jurisdiction Or iv. Hold a comparable and relevant third level qualification of at least level 6 on the National Qualifications Framework maintained by Qualifications and Quality Ireland, (QQI). Note1: Candidates must achieve a pass in Ordinary or Higher-level papers. A pass in a foundation level paper is not acceptable. Candidates must have achieved these grades on the Leaving Certificate Established programme or the Leaving Certificate Vocational programme. The Leaving Certification Applied Programme does not fulfil the eligibility criteria. and (b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability, for the proper discharge of the office. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Other requirements specific to the post You are required to work agreed roster/on-call arrangements advised by your Reporting Manager. Your contracted hours are liable to change between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of collective agreements and HSE Circulars Post Specific Requirements Practical experience of IT systems and Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint Additional eligibility requirements: Citizenship requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens OR (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State Read Appendix 2 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information on accepted Stamps for Non-EEA citizens resident in the State, including those with refugee status. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge & Experience • Demonstrates knowledge and experience relevant to the role as per the duties & responsibilities, eligibility criteria and post specific requirements of the role • Maximise the use of ICT, demonstrating excellent computer skills particularly Microsoft Office, Outlook etc. • Demonstrate the ability to work in line with relevant policies and procedures • Demonstrates a general knowledge of the health service and how it works Planning and Managing Resources • Demonstrate the ability to plan and organise own workload and that of others in an effective and methodical manner within strict deadlines, ensuring deadlines are met • Sets realistic goals and time-scales, taking account of potential problems and competing priorities • Devotes time and energy to the most important task at any given time • Maintains an awareness of value for money Commitment to a Quality Service • Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service • Demonstrate awareness and appreciation of the service user and has strong customer service skills • Embraces the change agenda; demonstrates flexibility, initiative and adaptability in a changing work environment Evaluating Information, Problem Solving & Decision Making • Demonstrate numeracy skills, the ability to evaluate information, problem solve and make effective decisions • Makes decisions and solves problems in a timely manner before they accumulate • Gathers information from enough sources and other people to make well founded decisions / solve problems Team working • Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team • Contributes to a positive team spirit • Demonstrates a willingness to become involved and help team members if they are under pressure Communication & Interpersonal Skills • Effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner • Strong written communication skills • Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders; treats others with dignity and respect • Demonstrate the ability to influence people and events Tenure The current vacancies available are four permanent whole time. The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004, the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004, and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Working week The standard working week applying to the post is to be confirmed at Job Offer stage. You are required to work agreed roster/on-call arrangements advised by your Reporting Manager. Your contracted hours are liable to change between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of collective agreements and HSE Circulars. Annual leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at Contracting stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004. Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service or re-joining the public service with a 26-week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71.
Medical Scientist Senior, University Hospital
Details of the Service The Department of Clinical Microbiology at CUH is a consultant-led laboratory providing a comprehensive range of diagnostic services, including routine Bacteriology, Mycobacteriology, Mycology, Parasitology, Infectious Disease Serology, and Molecular Diagnostics. In addition to diagnostics, the department offers expert consultation in microbiology, infectious diseases, antibiotic stewardship, and the provision of statistical and cumulative data to support infectious disease surveillance and monitoring. As part of the HSE South West health region, the laboratory maintains strong academic affiliations with the Medical and Science Faculties at University College Cork (UCC) and educational partnerships with the Munster Technological University (MTU) Biological Sciences Department. Beyond diagnostic services, the laboratory actively participates in teaching medical and biomedical science students and collaborates on research projects with clinical colleagues. The laboratory is accredited by the Royal College of Pathologists for specialist training in Medical Microbiology and operates a Quality Management System accredited by the Irish National Accreditation Board to ISO 15189:2022 standards. The Department provides this service to CUH inpatients and outpatients, to patients in primary and continuing care and for selected tests to associated hospitals in the region. Committed to continuous improvement, the laboratory actively explores and integrates new technologies and platforms to meet and exceed user expectations. All staff members are encouraged to engage with and embrace these innovations. Successful operation depends on a collaborative and dynamic interaction among clerical, scientific, clinical, and nursing teams, supported by close ties with third-level institutions. Purpose of the Post The purpose of the post is to actively participate in the management and delivery of a high-quality service within the Microbiology Department to ensure compliance with ISO 15189:2022. The post holder is expected to work under the direction of the Chief Medical Scientist and deputise for the Chief Medical Scientist when required. Key Working Relationships Medical Scientist Senior, is an integral member of the laboratory team and together with the Chief Medical Scientist (Microbiology) and the Consultant Microbiologist team, will ensure that the Microbiology services are provided to support the clinical needs of the patients in a manner that is consistent with the mission, values and strategic plan of the hospital. For further information about the role, contact Ms. Louise Barry, Chief Medical Scientist, Department of Clinical Microbiology, Cork University Hospital Tel:021 4922502 E-mail: louise.barry1@hse.ie
