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What is the role? Communications functions vary across organisations, and the specific role and responsibilities of a Communications Officer will depend on the organisation and area to which you are assigned. Communications Units typically cover areas such as: • Press and media relations, working as part of a team in a Press Office; • Social media management; • Content creation, including design, photography and videography; • Digital communications and website management; • Marketing and advertising campaigns and public information initiatives; • Internal communications. The role of Communications Officer offers plenty of variety and the chance to build your experience across a range of areas. As a Communications Officer you will work as part of a team to drive the organisation’s communications strategy. For example, depending on the organisation or role to which you are assigned, you may be focused on liaising with members of the media to ensure clear and accurate information is communicated, managing media queries and coordinating media engagements, press conferences and interviews. Equally, you may be involved in the development of content and campaigns for social media, websites or other internal and external communication channels. Promotion and progression opportunities are available within communications through open competitions to Communications Specialist (HEO), Communications Manager (AP) and Head of Communications (PO). It is important to note that the role may require an element of evening/weekend work, or off-site events. Civil Service overtime and travel and subsistence arrangements and rates will apply, as appropriate. Key duties and responsibilities: As mentioned above, communications functions vary across organisations, and the specific role and responsibilities of a Communications Officer will depend on the organisation and area to which you are assigned. The following is an overview of the type of responsibilities and tasks involved in the Communications Officer role: • Liaising with the media and managing enquiries from journalists and other media contacts via telephone and email; • Preparing press releases, briefing documents and other communications materials; • Arranging and organising events, interviews, launches, photocalls and press conferences; • Contributing to the development and implementation of communications campaigns and programmes; • Summarising complex information and producing accessible communications for a variety of channels and audiences with different needs; • Creating content for social media, websites and other channels including photography, videography and graphic design; • Updating and editing websites; • Supporting stakeholder consultation programmes; • Collaborating effectively with teams across the Department/Agency to ensure the delivery of high-quality work in a timely manner; • Monitoring media and current affairs across print, broadcast and social/digital and Oireachtas business; • Supporting the delivery of internal communications programmes; • Dealing effectively with a broad range of information sources and identifying key issues and trends; • Supporting the implementation of systems to ensure the smooth running of the communications function and taking ownership to ensure issues are resolved or escalated to the proper personnel to resolve in a timely manner; • Making effective recommendations for communications activities; • General administrative duties, ensuring day-to-day support for managers as required; • Carrying out any other duties relevant to the role that may be identified from time to time. This job description is a guide to the general range of duties of the successful candidate. It is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. Positions requiring specialist Irish language skills The Civil Service is fully committed to fulfilling its obligations under the Official Languages Act. It is intended that vacancies arising which require staff to provide a full range of services through the Irish language (Functional Bilinguals), may be filled from this competition. In this regard, individuals who have proficiency in the Irish language and who fulfil all other eligibility criteria set out below may indicate their interest on the application form. Candidates who indicate their interest and who are successful at the final selection stages will be required to undergo certain assessments through Irish, e.g. interview and/or written test, prior to being considered for such a position. They must achieve the required level in the Irish language, i.e. demonstrate a minimum Level B2 on the Europass self-assessment framework. Essential Requirements, Qualifications and Experience On the closing date of Thursday, 9th April 2026, to be eligible for consideration, a candidate must satisfy the following requirements: A qualification of at least Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) (or NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualifications equivalent); and At least one year’s relevant professional experience in at least two of the following areas: Media engagement / press office Public relations Public affairs Journalism Event management Social media management Multimedia content creation Graphic design Website management Advertising Marketing Internal communications programmes In order to be effective in the role of a Communications Officer, candidates should have: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present material in a clear, concise and comprehensive manner; A good understanding of communications and the evolving communications landscape, including digital and social media, marketing, branding and advertising; Good knowledge and understanding of current affairs and the media landscape across print, broadcast and digital platforms; The ability to use information and communications technology, including a good level of proficiency in using Microsoft Office packages; Good research, editorial skills and storytelling ability; The ability to work calmly under pressure and deal with multiple demands and competing priorities to tight deadlines; The ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team; Strong organisational skills with a commitment to achieving quality results and ensuring all tasks are completed to a very high standard; A high level of motivation and a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team; A willingness to share ideas and information with the purpose of achieving a particular result; Motivation, flexibility and willingness to adapt and positively contribute to the implementation of change, and the ability to use own initiative as and when appropriate; The ability to absorb new information quickly, understand new concepts and relationships, and the awareness to focus on important information; Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to network, build and maintain relationships and successfully engage, persuade and collaborate with internal colleagues; The self-confidence and resilience necessary to cope with challenging and/or sensitive situations; A keen interest in public affairs and be committed to the concept of Public Service. Desirable • Proficiency in Irish. Candidates who wish to have their ability in Irish assessed may be required to undergo a language assessment in order to satisfy publicjobs of their ability to communicate effectively in Irish. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate the capabilities required for effective performance at this level. Civil Service (Government Departments and Offices) Dublin/Nationwide Permanent – Full time Starting at €38,419 3pm on Thursday, 9th April 2026
Administrative Assistant
This important role supports our organisation in the delivery of its essential work programmes. This role provides candidates with the opportunity to work in a diverse organisation which invests in and celebrates its people. The person will work from the Marine Institute Headquarters in Rinville, Oranmore, Co. Galway and will report directly to the Research Funding and System Accountant. The successful candidate will have responsibility for providing financial and administrative support for externally funded projects across the Marine Institute. That support will primarily relate to OCIS and FEAS on the Acclimatise project. The support may extend to other EU-funded projects across the Institute as required. EU-funded projects include Interreg Peace Plus, Interreg Atlantic Area, Interreg Northwest Europe, Horizon Europe, CINEA, EMFAF and other European funding streams. The person will be responsible for preparing and submitting claims on externally funded projects and will work closely with staff across the Institute, project leaders, Research Accountant, colleagues in Research Funding Office and Research Coordination and Support team, and will work closely with the Finance and HR departments. The person will also be required to build relationships with external funding agencies, auditors and others as required. The nature of the work will be largely project driven, therefore requiring a degree of flexibility with regards to planning. Teamwork is also important as the person will be required to work with others to ensure that reporting deadlines across all Marine Institute projects are met. The Marine Institute recently completed reviews of its organisation and strategic achievement. The outcomes of these reviews are expected to affect the roles and duties of employees and to bring about other organisational changes. Any impacts or changes will be communicated. What Will You Be Doing Every Day? Principal Tasks: Description of Service Group and the Wider Team Corporate Services includes Finance, Human Resources, Facilities and Services, Communications and Library and Information Services, as well as Corporate Governance, Procurement, Tendering and Contracts Management and responsibility and oversight for the General Data Protection Regulations. The Corporate Services team provides vital support to each of the Marine Institute staff countrywide, helping to maintain a consistent and high quality service in line with the strategic objectives and priorities of the Institute. The successful candidate will initially provide support for ongoing and new externally funded projects in the following two service areas. This may evolve depending on priorities, work programmes and requirements. Oceans, Climate and Information Services provide support for national and international marine monitoring and research and development, as well as Information Technology infrastructure and information management. Fisheries Ecosystems Advisory Services research, assess and advise on the sustainable exploitation of the marine fisheries resources in the waters around Ireland and on the impacts of fisheries on the ecosystem. Who Will You Report to and Who will Manage and Support You? The successful candidate will be based at the Marine Institute Headquarters in Rinville, Oranmore, Co. Galway and will report to the Research Funding Accountant. What we offer We value our staff and we value their contribution to the work of the Marine Institute. In return for this, we provide benefits that promote a healthy work life balance and which we hope will help them to develop professionally. These include personal and career development, work life balance policies, an employee assistance programme, Bike to Work Scheme, staff medicals and annual flu vaccination. Training A full range of training will be provided as required, on the job and through appropriate courses. Training needs will be identified through the Marine Institute Performance Management Development System. Contacts Within the Marine Institute The roles will liaise closely with the Research Coordination and Support team and the Research and Systems Accountant in Corporate Services. Contacts will be established as required with other team leaders in the Marine Institute for reporting purposes. External Funding agencies, researchers based in Higher Education Institutes, project officers where relevant, and project coordinators. Salary Remuneration is in accordance with the Public Sector, Department of Finance approved salary scale for Administrative Assistant, Executive Officer grade, which runs from €38,419 to €62,601 on a full time basis per annum, pro rated with time worked. You will commence on the first point of the scale and become a member of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme unless you are currently or have worked in the Public Sector in the past 6 months and are a member of another Public Sector Scheme. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement for an Executive Officer is 23 days per annum. Annual leave entitlements are exclusive of Public Holidays and are managed using the Time and Leave Management System in place in the organisation. All leave must be approved by your manager or their authorised representative in advance of being taken and in line with Marine Institute leave policies. Duration of Contract This temporary specified purpose contract of employment will be for a duration of up to the 30th of June 2029. The successful candidate will be on probation for the first six months of this contract.
Corporate Learning and Development Coordinator
Blended Working 1 to 2 days a week in the office and the remainder of the working week spent working from home. Role Purpose The purpose of this role within the relevant business unit and for HIQA as a whole: Overall responsibility of this role holder is supporting the timely delivery of learning and development programmes and projects. Behavioural Expectations The way that HIQA people are expected to work to role model HIQA values: The incumbent of this role is expected to demonstrate HIQA’s values in the delivery of everyday work and interactions with clients and colleagues, by putting people first, being fair and objective, being open and accountable, demonstrating excellence and innovation, and working together. Common Tasks Team Member Principal Conditions of Service Probation A probationary period of six months applies to this position. Pay Candidates will be appointed on the minimum point of the salary scale (€59,435) and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines. The rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation. The incremental progression for this scale is in line with Government pay policy. The salary scale for this position is as follows: Higher Executive Officer (PPC) €59,435 €61,173 €62,908 €64,640 €66,380 €68,111 €69,849 €72,353 €75,788 After 3 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum After 6 years’ satisfactory service at the maximum Entry will be at the first point of the scale. An exception may occur where an appointee has been serving elsewhere in the public service in an analogous grade and pay scale. In this case, the appointment may be assimilated to the nearest point of the advertised salary scale with their incremental date adjusted accordingly. Please note the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Superannuation Pensionable public servants, new joiners recruited on or after 1 January 2013, will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme. Please note that the Single Public Service Pension Scheme applies to all pensionable first time entrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. In certain circumstances, for example where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26 week rule does not apply. The legislation giving effect to the Scheme is the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. For those who are not subject to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme, for example those transferring from other public service employment where the break in service, if any, is less than 26 weeks, the terms of the Health Information and Quality Authority Superannuation Scheme will apply. Annual Leave Annual leave is 29 days per annum, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service. Hours of Attendance Hours of attendance will be fixed from time to time but will amount to not less than 35 per week. The appointee may be required to work additional hours from time to time as may be reasonable and necessary for the proper performance of his or her duties, subject to the limits set down under working time regulations. Blended Working Arrangements HIQA has introduced blended working to offer more flexible working arrangements to all employees. We aim to strike a balance between being flexible, efficient and resilient by facilitating blended working where practical, while enabling onsite interaction, collaboration and support as required. All roles in HIQA have been assessed under the criteria of business needs and role suitability for blended working. This determined the proportion of time that employees will spend working in HIQA offices and working from home, depending on their role. Depending on the role, there may be a requirement to attend the office for more than the allocated number of days for training and onboarding purposes at the start of your employment and during the probation period. A review of the blended working model confirmed that this model is working well in HIQA. Therefore, HIQA is now moving from Interim Blended Working to a long term Blended Working Model. Existing policy and documentation will be revised and updated once the framework for the Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act is published. The model is in line with the Civil Service Framework for Blended Working in Ireland. Further guidance on HIQA’s Blended Working Policy, which includes eligibility criteria, will be issued to successful candidates. This is an opt in policy and details on how to apply will be issued before commencement.
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Team Member
Costa Coffee requires a Team Member for our store in Ballinasloe who is fully flexible throughout the week. At Costa Coffee we are as passionate about our people as we are our great coffee! Being a part of our team gives you the chance to learn new skills in coffee excellence whilst letting your personality shine through. As a Costa Barista you receive full training in delivering every customer with an unbeatable coffee experience, through great customer service and great coffee. Are you: -
Retail Assistant
Hourly Rate: €14.70 per hour At Holland & Barrett we're more than just a retailer – we're ambassadors for health and wellness. Every day our Retail Assistants inspire customers to live healthier, happier lives. If you're passionate about people, curious about wellbeing, and love creating great experiences, this is the role for you. What you'll do:
Senior Physiotherapist
CORLANN – WEST REGION POST: PERMANENT FULL-TIME SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST ADULT SERVICES GALWAY COUNTY JOB REF: 95258 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent Senior Physiotherapist appointments within the Services may be made over the next 6 months. The Role: This post is based in County Galway and the successful candidate will provide multidisciplinary services to adults with an intellectual disability. The successful candidate will be required to work within a dynamic team environment using a person-centered philosophy. Reporting/Responsible to: Physiotherapy Manager Qualifications: The successful candidate must be registered with CORU. They must be eligible for membership of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists or hold an equivalent qualification validated by the Department of Health & Children. Experience: Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years relevant post qualification experience which includes supporting adults with an intellectual disability. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate competency in applying theory, knowledge and skills in physiotherapy within the service area of adults and intellectual disability. Candidates must also demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills. It is critical that the selected candidate work effectively within a dynamic team environment using a person centered philosophy. Candidates are expected to work within their professional code of ethics at all times. Corlann have a strong commitment to on-going professional development. Specific training and continuous professional development relevant to our service provision are encouraged and supported. The Health Service is undergoing ongoing transformation and therefore it is critical that a flexible attitude to changing environments and work requirements is held by the successful candidate. A full clean driving licence and use of a car is an essential requirement of the post. Working Hours: 70 hours per fortnight (35 hours per week). Contracted hours are liable to change between the hours of 8am– 8pm as future service needs require. The Corlann model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 29 days per annum Remuneration: Department of Health Physiotherapist, Senior Salary scale (01/02/2026) is € 64,551 x 8 increments - € 76,007 gross basic per annum Tenure: This position is permanent full-time and pensionable. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. Travel: The person appointed must provide his/her own car and must furnish an indemnity from Insurers in favour of the employer. Travelling expenses at the appropriate rate will be paid in respect of travel necessarily performed in the discharge of duty. The base for this purpose will be the Physiotherapy Office, John Paul Centre, Ballybane, Galway. The Health Services are undergoing ongoing changes and due to re-alignment of services, a change in base could occur in the future. Full Job Description attached Informal enquiries to Cait O’Doherty, Physiotherapy Manager on 0879121278, Email: Cait.odoherty@corlann.ie The closing date for receipt of all applications on-line is 5pm, Wednesday 15th April 2026 Interviews will take place on week beginning 20th April. Corlann is an equal opportunities employer. INDW
Snthpuhguh - Staff Nurse, University Hospitals & Portiuncula Hospital
Campaign Reference Number & Job Title: Staff Nurse (Theatre), Galway University Hospitals & Portiuncula University Hospital SNTHPUHGUH Grade Code: 2135 County: Galway Hse Area: West & North West Staff Category: Nursing & Midwifery Closing Date 10.00am on 14th April 2026 Contract Type: Permanent, Whole-time/ part time Specified Purpose, Whole time/ part time Internal/External: External Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held on a rolling basis to form panels. Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams and face to face. Informal Enquiries: Ms Mairead McGovern , Assistant Director of Nursing- Theatre, Galway University Hospitals Email: mairead.mcgovern@hse.ie Phone : 091 893538 Ms. Sheila McCrorie, Assistant Director of Nursing, Portiuncula University Hospital Email: Sheila.McCrorie@hse.ie Location Details: Galway University Hospital & Portiuncula University Hospital Application Details Please ensure you download, save and read the Job Specification. We strongly recommend that you read the Job Specification before submitting your Curriculum Vitae & NMBI Registration. Please include your NMBI Registration & Curriculum Vitae . Interviews will be competency based. Post Specific Related Information As outlined on job specification Relocation Package The HSE offers an International Recruitment Relocation Package to relevant applicants. Please refer to HR Circular 001/2023 at the following link: https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/hr-circulars/hr-circular-001-2023-international-recruitment-relocation-package.pdf
Team Leader
Costa Coffee requires a Team Leader for our store in Oranmore At Costa Coffee we are as passionate about our people as we are our great coffee! Being a part of our team gives you the chance to learn new skills in coffee excellence whilst letting your personality shine through. As a Costa Barista you receive full training in delivering every customer with an unbeatable coffee experience, through great customer service and great coffee. Are you: - What’s involved? · Reliability to open and close the store safely and on time. · Leadership experience in a busy environment. · Taking the lead on shifts to support your colleagues in delivering unbeatable experiences. · Drive high standards every time. · Training new staff. · Working with your team to maintain health and safety cleanliness across the store. · A positive outlook, can-do attitude, bags of personality, and passion for delivering excellence in everything you do. · The communication skills to strike up a good conversation with our customers daily, have a hard-working attitude and multi-tasking skills. Make it Yours: This role is based in Oranmore. Apply now and take the next step in your hospitality journey!
Team Leader
CORLANN – WEST REGION PERMANENT FULL-TIME TEAM LEADER (CLINICAL NURSE MANAGER 1) WOODGROVE, JOHN PAUL ADULT SERVICES JOB REF: 95111 Location: John Paul Adult Services provides a combination of campus and community based services to adults with varying support needs, based on personal outcome measures. Our services are currently undergoing a transition from a campus based service to community living, where we aim to create opportunities for the people we support to be valued citizens in their communities and to have everyday life experiences. Our focus is to form a partnership with the people we support and their families to ensure each individual lives their best life.We wish to recruit innovative, creative, visionary people who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision. Candidates need to be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individual’s they support on a daily basis. The Role: The Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (CNM1) has a pivotal role in managing the day to day delivery of services. The successful candidate must provide leadership and vision in the development of the service in line with HIQA National Standards, New Directions, Personal Outcomes Measures and participate actively in any future service developments. Reporting/Responsible To: Service Coordinator / Area Manager Qualifications/Experience/Skills: Ø A current live Register Certificate with NMBI (Bord Altranais) is an essential requirement, RNID/RMHN qualification is desirable. Ø Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience gained in services for people with intellectual disabilities. Ø Experience of working with individuals who have complex medical needs is a requirement of the job. Experience in a management role is desirable. Ø Candidates should be able to demonstrate leadership, communication and team working skills and be a flexible and dynamic individual who will relate to people in a range of situations with an understanding of and commitment to the principles of public accountability as they apply in the health service. Ø Candidates must have a full clean driving licence. Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. Working Hours: 75 hours a fortnight based on a 5 day duty roster. A commitment to providing Senior Person cover within the centre is an essential requirement of this post. Corlann’s model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 25 days per annum. Service Related Leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years nursing service. Remuneration: Department of Health Clinical Nurse Manager 1 salary scale (01/02/2026 ) - €57,208 x 7 increments - €67,372 per annum. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. Tenure: This post is permanent full-time and pensionable. To view full job description please see attached. Informal enquiries to Anne Dundon, Area Manager or Rita McHugh, Service Coordinator on +353(0)91 755161 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms/updated CV’s on-line is 5pm Friday 10th April 2026 Interview for these posts will take place on April 2026 Corlann is an equal opportunities employer INDW
