Job Title: Quality Assurance and Enhancement (QAE) Officer - Academic QAE Reporting to: Head of Quality Assurance and Enhancement Location: Griffith College – Any campus – Dublin, Cork or Limerick Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent Job Summary The Quality Assurance and Enhancement (QAE) Department at Griffith College plays a key role in supporting, guiding and enhancing the quality of the College’s academic programmes, for learners, and faculty members alike. The QAED team members work directly with programme teams across all of the College’s faculties and support departments to ensure programmes and practices meet the requirements of national and international accreditation bodies and continue to evolve in the light of emerging best practice in higher education. The QAED team facilitates this enhancement through a competent, knowledgeable and professional support service, reflecting the College’s core values of academic excellence, learner-centredness, and providing career focused programmes, in a friendly and inclusive environment. The QAED team is responsible for managing and oversight of the quality assurance and enhancement processes, including validation, programme approval, periodic review and re-validation, annual evaluation, monitoring, review and programme amendment. The team is also responsible for maintaining academic policies and procedures, liaison with collaborative partners and professional statutory and regulatory bodies (PSRBs), supporting protection for enrolled learners, and engaging with internal and external quality audit and review. Job Responsibilities Support academic managers and programme teams on programme development, management and administrative issues. Support the development and implementation of the College’s quality assurance and enhancement policies and procedures in association with the College’s QAED team. Edit and finalise documentation to comply with QAE practices, and to meet institutional and QQI standards. Support academic/administrative staff in relation to the development of College publications – e.g. student handbooks, lecturer handbooks, academic calendars, programme related documentation, etc. Support implementation of academic processes managed through the QAE Department – e.g. protection for enrolled learners (PEL), appeals, complaints, etc. Support the research and preparation of reports and related information for communication to external validating and accreditation agencies, for example in respect of internal reviews, institutional reviews, quality reviews and audits, etc. Support the College’s internal and external reviews by quality assurance agencies (e.g. institutional (CINNTE) reviews, curricular reviews, application for delegated authority, the international education mark (IEM)/TrustEd, etc.) Collaborate with programme directors and other college personnel in the completion of programme documentation for consideration by external agencies. Support other aspects of academic development and management, and quality assurance and enhancement, as required. Prepare and maintain relevant records, reports and files in accordance with agreed procedures. Membership and participating in college committees and working groups (including sectoral forums, symposiums, and conferences) as relevant to the role, and current projects. Undertake other related duties that support academic development and quality assurance and enhancement. Comply with college policies and procedures in relation to health and safety and data protection regulations. Any other duties that fall within the employee’s capabilities. Candidate Profile – Requirements Previous experience of implementing/managing quality assurance procedures in higher education. Wide interests across a range of subject disciplines and welcomes opportunities to learn and explore new areas. Professional, respectful and welcoming in all their interactions, supporting diversity and inclusion. Proven report writing capabilities to meet the expectations of audiences within higher education external agencies, both nationally and internationally. Enjoys paying attention to detail and producing written work to exacting standards and provides guidance to others in this regard. Strong work ethic and commitment to delivering on goals and timelines, once agreed. Works well on their own – taking initiative and working independently as appropriate, to meet project deadlines. Works well as part of a team or multiple teams, building and maintaining constructive relationships, and meeting and supporting others to meet shared deadlines. Deals with all information relating to activities undertaken, and information received, in the strictest confidence. Ability and confidence to contribute to ongoing enhancement and improvements. Flexible, agile and innovative. Welcomes and supports change as a key enabler of ongoing quality improvements. Excellent customer service, attention to detail, interpersonal, communications and time management skills. Excellent command of English and can write fluently for and present to different target audiences to communicate complex information in an effective, concise and tactful manner. Strong existing IT skills, with proficiency and competence in appropriate office software and database systems, with an enthusiasm, ease and adaptability in integrating new technologies, work practices and skills, as required. Values their own academic qualifications and respects the importance and reputation of the college’s qualifications for learners, employers and everyone involved in their development and delivery. Candidate Profile – Likely Attributes Previous experience in “high stakes” administration requiring clarity and accuracy. Previous administration experience in higher or further education. Previous experience in a programme development role. Hold a third-level qualification, at level 9 / master’s level (or equivalent experience). Previous experience as a lecturer / tutor in tertiary education. Legally entitled to work full time for any employer in Ireland. Griffith College is an equal opportunities employer. Candidates must be eligible to work full-time for any employer in Ireland. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Griffith College is seeking a Quality Assurance and Enhancement Officer to support and enhance the quality of academic programmes across Dublin, Cork, and Limerick campuses. This role involves managing quality assurance processes, facilitating collaboration with programme teams, and ensuring compliance with national and international standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in higher education quality assurance, strong report writing abilities, and a master’s level qualification. Griffith College is an equal opportunities employer and candidates must be eligible to work full-time in Ireland. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading independent educational institution in Dublin seeks a passionate Lecturer in Finance. The role involves teaching finance-related modules, enhancing course content, and supporting students academically. Candidates should have a Level 9 qualification and strong communication skills. The successful applicant will contribute to the Faculty's academic goals and benefit from a vibrant and supportive working environment, along with competitive salary and numerous employee benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title: Lecturer in Finance, Faculty of Business Reporting to: Head of the Faculty of Business Location: Griffith College Dublin, South Circular Road Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent Job Summary The lecturer is primarily responsible for the delivery and assessment of assigned modules and is expected to play a very active role in the academic direction of modules and programmes including teaching, learning, assessment and administration. Job Responsibilities Main responsibilities for position are to: Deliver business and finance related modules Work proactively in improving existing programmes Contribute to the design and development of new courses and programmes. Engage with Year Heads and Programme Directors on a regular basis and address concerns in a timely manner. Carry out assessment, monitoring and evaluation of examination and coursework, and providing academic guidance and support to students Participate in internal departmental and multi-disciplinary committees and external meetings as required. Programme Content Manage the development/delivery of course syllabi Review modules on a semesterised basis and contribute to the Annual Programme Review Participate in the development, implementation and maintenance of academic quality assurance policies Participate in activities related to the development of the Faculty’s programmes Maintain the academic integrity of the business courses. Lecturing Deliver such assigned lectures/tutorials as deemed appropriate by your Head of Faculty, day, blended or evening. For each module you are delivering, you are required to correct all assignments and examination scripts submitted. Students Meet with students to discuss progress and performance, problems, etc Review student queries regarding coursework, exams, grades, etc Administration & Marketing Attend and contribute at Exam Board meetings Liaise with Admissions Office and International Office re new entrants Participate in Open Evenings and other College promotional events Minimum Education / Experience Requirements Overall the successful candidates will be expected to make a significant contribution to the teaching profile of the College and: Possess a Level 9 postgraduate qualification or equivalent professional qualification in business/management/accounting/finance. Be highly organised with meticulous attention to detail. Have excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Be committed to educational quality and customer service. Willing to work effectively as part of an integrated team in the Business Faculty Hold a Teaching and Learning qualification, if not, the applicant will be required to undertake the College's level 9 Training & Education programme on appointment. About Griffith College Griffith College is Ireland's largest independent third level institution with locations in Dublin, Cork and Limerick. The main campus is situated on seven acres within a mile of St. Stephen's Green on Dublin's South Circular Road. Griffith College enjoys national and a growing international reputation for student success. The College has gained an enviable, award winning reputation for providing students with first class lectures and excellent study material. Griffith College offers internationally recognised postgraduate and undergraduate degree programmes, complemented by a wide range of professional, short term and corporate training educational solutions - in Griffith college, there is something for everyone. Today there are over 7,000 students studying in the College, which is a designated educational institute of the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). Our Vision ‘To be recognised among the leading, innovative and socially enterprising of Ireland’s universities’ Why work for Griffith College? Competitive salary package Access to the College’s pension scheme Access to healthcare plans for employees and their families Enhanced maternity leave pay Flexible working arrangements in line with the College's remote working policy Access to ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programmes, up to Doctorate level Subsidised College programmes to support career development and upskilling. Opportunities for staff mobility through Erasmus+ and other international mobility programmes Mental Health and Wellbeing supports available Free weekly yoga classes Access to on-site fitness equipment Availability of green space on campus, accessible to staff for sports and recreational activities Cycle to Work scheme Vibrant, multidisciplinary and multicultural learning environment Inclusive and diverse community Innovative and agile place to work Welcoming environment committed to both learner and staff development Staff discounts and offers from a wide range of retailers and service providers Preferential accommodation rates during the summer period for staff, and for friends and family of staff at Griffith Rooms Year-round staff social and wellbeing events, including BBQs, coffee mornings, wellness talks, EDI events, and more Onsite subsidised restaurant Free parking facilities Staff Social Club with regular events This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline of proposed areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing environment within the Faculty and the College. Griffith College is an equal opportunities employer. Candidates must be eligible to work full‑time for any employer in Ireland. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Visual Content and Graphic Design Executive Reporting to: Sales & Marketing Manager Location: Griffith College Dublin Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent Job Summary In this role, you will work within a dynamic national marketing team, creating and promoting content that develops awareness, enquiries and applications from CAO, part-time and mature applicants for the College’s undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Based in a historic, city centre campus, this is an exciting position for an experienced and creatively minded candidate seeking to grow their skills and responsibilities. The role provides dedicated content support to the College’s faculties as part of the College’s National Marketing Team. The successful candidate will be required to optimise the faculties’ content on the Griffith.ie website and on all social media platforms. This will be achieved through developing a detailed content plan with heads of faculty and programme directors. The Visual Content and Graphic Design Executive will develop outstanding online and offline content using existing assets such as videos, images, graphic design, news items, case studies, testimonials, photography, and animations. The role will also require the development of new content (such as videos and photography), identifying existing gaps in the College’s website offering, taking account of competitors and new trends within higher education as well as displaying previous graduates’ work and documenting the current student’s work in progress. Job Responsibilities Content Creation: Ensuring that a wide range of faculty assets are used effectively on Griffith.ie - video, photography, animation, graphic design, case studies, testimonials. Sourcing content from award-winning alumni, learners, lecturers, staff and industry to effectively promote the College’s faculties. Creating original content for a variety of media formats, both digital and print. Documenting the work in progress of any significant student projects or events. Designing promotional materials and presentations. Working with photographers and design agencies to develop outstanding creative assets. Creating content for and arising from faculty events and exhibitions, including the college’s annual Creative Show. Content Management Assisting with photography and imagery used on social media and the website. In collaboration with the Website Editor, planning, creating and implementing conversion-focused content for the website and CRM marketing. Auditing and analysing the creative faculties’ digital presence to maximise effectiveness. Social Media Developing engaging content for Griffith’s faculties on platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and LinkedIn via daily updating of an agreed content calendar. Ensuring content is designed to maximise awareness and interest from our CAO, part-time and mature learner audiences. Minimum Education / Experience Requirements A degree in Multimedia, Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Animation, or other relevant disciplines. 2-3 years of experience in graphic design, photography, image production, and video production, including shooting and editing. Key skills and attributes Exceptional graphic design layout and typography skills A keen creative eye, with strong photography and video production skills, including editing. Proven ability to engage diverse stakeholders effectively. Software skills in e.g. Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects or Premiere Pro. Portfolio requirement. The ability to work to tight deadlines. Good verbal & written communication skills and concept development skills. About Griffith College Griffith College is a welcoming, ambitious and people-focused institution where the quality of the working environment is shaped as much by the people as by the purpose. Across our campuses in Dublin, Cork and Limerick, colleagues work in supportive teams where professionalism, mutual respect and collaboration are part of everyday life. Founded in 1974, Griffith College is Ireland’s largest independent third-level institution, with a community of over 8,000 students across its campuses. The College delivers a broad range of undergraduate, postgraduate and professional programmes across disciplines including business, law, computing, journalism, design and pharmaceutical science. What sets Griffith apart is not only its commitment to high-quality education, but the culture that underpins it. Staff regularly speak about the strength of the relationships they build here, the trust between colleagues, the willingness to support one another, and the opportunity to contribute to an organisation that has meaningful impact on students from Ireland and internationally, working alongside people who genuinely care about what they do and who they work with. Our Vision ‘To be recognised among the leading, innovative and socially enterprising of Ireland’s universities’ Why work for Griffith College? Competitive salary package Access to the College’s pension scheme Access to healthcare plans for employees and their familiesEnhanced maternity leave pay Flexible working arrangements in line with the College's remote working policy Access to ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programmes, up to Doctorate level Subsidised College programmes to support career development and upskilling. Opportunities for staff mobility through Erasmus+ and other international mobility programmes Mental Health and Wellbeing supports available Free weekly yoga classes Access to onsite fitness equipment Availability of green space on campus, accessible to staff for sports and recreational activities Cycle to Work scheme Vibrant, multidisciplinary and multicultural learning environment Inclusive and diverse community Innovative and agile place to work Welcoming environment committed to both learner and staff development Staff discounts and offers from a wide range of retailers and service providers Preferential accommodation rates during the summer period for staff, and for friends and family of staff at Griffith Rooms Year-round staff social and wellbeing events, including BBQs, coffee mornings, wellness talks, EDI events, and more Onsite subsidised restaurant Free parking facilities Staff Social Club with regular events This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline of proposed areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing environment within the Faculty and the College. Griffith College is an equal opportunities employer. Candidates must be eligible to work full-time for any employer in Ireland. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A prominent educational institution in Dublin is seeking a Visual Content and Graphic Design Executive to create and promote engaging content across various platforms. The ideal candidate will have a degree in relevant fields and 2-3 years of experience in graphic design and media production. This role involves working with the marketing team to develop content that enhances the College's presence and appeal to prospective students. Flexible working arrangements and a vibrant work environment are offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr
