The Office of the Inspector of Prisons (OIP) is a statutory office, independent in its function, currently under the aegis of the Department of Justice, Home Affairs & Migration. The key role assigned to the Inspector of Prisons (Chief Inspector) is to carry out regular inspections of prisons in Ireland. Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity. The OIP is now looking for Lead Inspectors (Assistant Principal Officer level) and applications are invited from committed individuals who can positively relate to and effectively engage with people deprived of their liberty and those responsible for their custody. Reporting to a Senior Inspector / Deputy Chief, Lead Inspectors will manage a team of inspectors / investigators, as well as the substantive work of any administrative staff assigned to their team. xsokbrc They will be responsible for the organisation and delivery of a programme of inspections / investigations as directed by a Senior Inspector, in line with the OIP’s strategic and business plans. Full details of the role, including specific eligibility requirements, is available on . The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 3pm on Thursday 5th of February 2026. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act.
Carlow County Council provides services to a population of over 62,000 citizens in the areas of housing, integration, regeneration, roads, transportation, planning, environment, libraries, economic and community development, tourism, fire and emergency response, parks, amenities, heritage, arts, and water services. Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below. At a strategic level, the Council operates through its Corporate Policy Group comprising the Cathaoirleach of the Council and the Chairpersons of the local authority’s four Strategic Policy Committees as well as a Municipal District representative. The Chief Executive and the Council’s Management Team play a key role in supporting and advising this policy group. An opportunity now exists in Carlow County Council for the position of Senior Engineer. Job Summary/Description: The Senior Engineer is a senior position within the local authority reporting to the Director of Service. The successful candidate will be responsible for the operation of the relevant department which will include modernising and managing change. Managers at this level work within defined parameters relevant to the position, in accordance with Carlow County Council’s vision and objectives as set out in its Corporate Plan. They will be responsible for the introduction of new initiatives, policies and procedures and working with multidisciplinary teams. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic and progressive organisation that provides a multiplicity of services to the County. The Senior Engineer will be required to work closely with the Senior Management Team and Elected Members to deliver the full range of services, implement local policy decisions and deliver on strategic corporate objectives and in accordance with the general policy direction of the elected council. Recognising Local Government as the main vehicle of governance and public service, the role will involve leading economic, social and community development, delivering efficient and good value services, and representing citizens and local communities effectively and accountably. Delivery of efficient services and value for money is crucial. xsokbrc A full list of essential requirements is available in the Information Booklet. publicjobs is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourages applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. Closing Date: 3pm Thursday 29th January 2026
The role of the Chief Executive Officer of the Adoption Authority of Ireland is to lead the organisation and support the Board of the Authority in carrying out its functions in relation to domestic and intercountry adoption in Ireland and the provision of birth and early life information to persons who were adopted, boarded out, nursed out, the subject of an illegal birth registration, or resident in a county or mother and baby institution. Submit your CV and any additional required information after you have read this description by clicking on the application button. The Chief Executive Officer will be responsible for leading the Senior Management Team to achieve the organisation’s objectives, and will also be responsible for ensuring that the Board of the Authority is appropriately supported in carrying out its functions, in particular its quasi-judicial functions in relation to adoption. The Chief Executive Officer will be required to be accountable to relevant Oireachtas Committees and to the Dáil Public Accounts Committee on appropriation accounts and reports of the Comptroller and Auditor General. Main Duties of the job In tandem with the Board, lead the development of the AAI as an organisation, and continuously improve the quality of the service and the achievement of its objectives; Serve as a direct liaison between the Board and staff members of the AAI; Lead, manage and support the management team in the day-to-day management of the service ensuring that the members of the management team achieve their performance objectives; Lead, manage and support a team of staff, ensuring that the ethos, culture and values of the AAI are implemented and embedded throughout the organisation; Be the main spokesperson for the AAI to enhance its reputation and develop further services to the public, utilizing and developing appropriate communication channels Work with the Board to enable it to fulfil its governance functions and facilitate optimum performance by the Board and its Committees; Support the Authority in all functions of a judicial nature conferred on the Authority under the Adoption Act, 2010 The ideal candidate will have: 5 years senior management experience in any discipline in a multi-disciplined organisation including in the direct and indirect management of people; sufficient experience of evaluation of the practical impact and legal implications of exercising statutory powers and their use in a complex environment; a proven track record in leading teams under their control to achieve maximum efficiency and effectiveness; a proven capacity for innovative thinking, independent assessment and decision making and sound judgment; a career record that demonstrates to date a high level of competence in conceptual and analytical thinking with particular regard to strategic planning but also working within a complex legal framework; experience in vision development, long term strategic planning and strategic change management; Information about the Organisation The Adoption Authority of Ireland (AAI), established on 1 November 2010 under the Adoption Act 2010, is an independent quasi-judicial body under the aegis of the Department of Children, Disability, and Equality (DCDE). The AAI is responsible for granting all domestic adoption orders and for granting all declarations of eligibility and suitability to prospective adopters in advance of their adopting abroad and in Ireland. The AAI is responsible for registering and supervising all adoption service providers and for maintaining the Register of Accredited Bodies, which is the list of providers accredited by the AAI. In line with the 1993 Hague Convention on the Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption, the AAI is also the central authority for intercountry adoption in Ireland. The AAI maintains the Register of Intercountry Adoptions (RICA) in which details of inter-country adoptions are entered. The AAI also has functions under the Birth Information and Tracing Act 2022 (BITA). Under this legislation, all persons who were adopted, boarded out, nursed out, the subject of an illegal birth registration, or resident in a county or mother and baby institution can apply for access to their birth certificates birth, care and early life information. The BITA legislation also places the Contract Preference Register (CPR), maintained by the AAI, on a statutory footing, and creates a robust tracing service. The AAI is one of two state bodies providing these services under the BITA legislation, the other being Tusla, the Child and Family Agency. xsokbrc Selection Process Details Further information on this significant opportunity including a full list of essential and desirable requirements and details on how to apply, is available on our website via the button below. The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 3pm on Thursday 29th January 2026. If you feel you would benefit from a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Sandra Cairns at We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act.
County Kildare is located in the mid-east region of Ireland in the province of Leinster and is one of twelve Local Authorities comprising the Eastern and Midlands Region. It has a population of 247,774 (2022 Census) which is one of the fasted growing counties in Ireland over the past 20 years at a rate of 11% in comparison to the national growth rate of 8%. The principal towns are Naas, Newbridge, Celbridge, Leixlip, Maynooth, Athy, Kildare, Clane, Kilcock, Sallins and Monasterevin. Want to apply Read all the information about this position below, then hit the apply button. Strategically, the future planning and economic development of the county is guided and informed by the Eastern Midlands Regional Assembly’s Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy (RSES). The towns of Maynooth, Leixlip, Celbridge and Kilcock are located within the Metropolitan Area Strategic Plan (MASP) area. The Senior Executive Engineer, working in this dynamic environment will contribute at a strategic level to achieving our commitments to meeting the social and economic needs of the County while promoting sustainability, social inclusion, equality and quality of life in our communities. An opportunity now exists in Kildare County Council for the position of Senior Executive Engineer. Job Summary/Description: The Senior Executive Engineer will be required to lead a team or teams and to provide technical and managerial support across all local authority service areas and to liaise with external agencies and stakeholders. They may deputise for the Senior Engineer Senior Executive Engineers are appointed to a wide variety of roles across the Council. The role can include responsibility for the management and successful delivery of a range of projects; effective delivery of a range of services and responsibility for the management and supervision of assigned staff. xsokbrc A full list of essential requirements is available in the Information Booklet. publicjobs is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourages applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. Closing Date: 3pm Thursday 5th February 2026.
Cork County Council Fire & Building Control Department performs the Council’s functions as Fire Authority and Building Control Authority. These functions are managed and delivered through four divisional offices which are located in Bantry, Mallow, Midleton and a headquarters office, which is located at the County Hall Campus, Cork. Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants. As a key part of the technical Fire Prevention team, you will use your fire safety engineering knowledge to help safeguard the lives of Cork County’s residents by ensuring buildings meet essential fire safety standards. Your work will have a direct impact on public safety across a range of settings, from newly constructed developments to large-scale public events. An opportunity now exists in Cork County Council for the position of Senior Executive Fire Prevention Officer. Job Summary/Description: The Senior Executive Fire Prevention Officer will be required to lead the team of fire officers assigned to the newly established work stream dealing the Remediation of Defects in Apartments and Duplexes scheme. This team will assess all applications included in this scheme which are located within Co Cork. The successful candidate will have an important role in the management of staff and will form part of the management team at Cork County Fire & Building Control Department. xsokbrc A full list of essential requirements is available in the Information Booklet. publicjobs is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourages applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. Closing Date: 3pm Thursday 29th January 2026.
The Houses of the Oireachtas (the Irish Parliament) consists of two Houses, Dáil Éireann and Seanad Éireann. The Houses of the Oireachtas Commission (“the Commission”) is the governing body which oversees the provision of advice and services to the Houses, their Committees and their Members by the Houses of the Oireachtas Service. Apply below after reading through all the details and supporting information regarding this job opportunity. The person appointed will be a member of the Management Board and will contribute to the achievement of the Service’s overall objectives as set out in its strategic plan. The person appointed will be expected to be a leader and advocate in promoting improvements in service delivery including through the adoption of technology. Main Duties of the Job The appointee will lead the Parliamentary Service Division as Clerk-Assistant of Dáil Éireann and will provide operational support for the sittings of Dáil Éireann and also provide support services for the legislative, financial, and policy oversight work of 30 Oireachtas Committees. The Clerk-Assistant will be responsible for providing advice on all aspects of parliamentary procedure arising from the proceedings of Dáil Éireann and Oireachtas Committees. They will also be responsible for parliamentary procedural knowledge and skills development and succession planning. They will lead strategy and performance improvements, ensure effective management of resources and act as the senior business owner for the delivery and maintenance of business-critical systems. The appointee will report to the Clerk of the Dáil and Secretary General and will have eight direct reports at Principal Officer level across House and Chamber Services, Committee Secretariat, Debates Office and Rannóg an Aistriúcháin. Essential Requirements The successful candidate will have: a proven track record of achievement as a senior leader in a large, complex organisation, including leading change and delivering performance improvements in business-critical operational areas. considerable familiarity with, and an understanding of, the parliamentary system, the principles underpinning the objectives of the Houses of the Oireachtas Commission, and the role of the Service in this context. in-depth knowledge (or the ability to quickly acquire same) of the constitutional provisions, rules and parliamentary procedures governing the work of the Houses and their Committees, and the interaction between Parliament and the Executive. Proven ability to manage, motivate, develop and lead diverse teams which will include professional, technical and administrative disciplines in order to deliver a quality value for money service within tight deadlines. the ability to lead and champion the provision of bilingual services to the Houses, members and the public. Information about the Organisation The mission of the Service is to support our parliamentary democracy. The Houses of the Oireachtas Service comprises over 750 staff and provides services to over 500 political staff and 234 Members. The Service is the independent civil service agency which supports the running of both Houses and provides administrative services on behalf of the Commission as the governing authority. The Service is the parliamentary administration body providing advice and support to the Commission, the Houses of the Oireachtas and their Committees, and to the Members of the Houses. Selection Process Details This is a Top Level Appointments Committee (TLAC) position. xsokbrc Further information on this significant opportunity including details on how to apply, is available on our webste via the button below. The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 3pm on Thursday 29th January 2026. If you feel you would benefit from a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Ms Aoife Lyons at We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act.
Information about the Organisation: Check out the role overview below If you are confident you have got the right skills and experience, apply today. Dublin is an international capital city and is the economic engine of the region and the State. Dublin City Council has a unique and critical role in local government: it is the largest local authority in Ireland, with 63 Elected Members representing and serving 588,000 people in the city area. It plays a pivotal role in the provision of services to the almost 1.5 million people in the Dublin Region, and in ensuring that the city can welcome and support a large number of visitors on a daily basis for employment, business, recreation and tourism. Dublin City Council takes the lead role in shaping the strategic vision of Dublin as a dynamic and sustainable city and seeks to continually enhance the city’s attractiveness as a place in which to invest, to work, to live and to visit. Dublin City Council is entering a period of significant transformation, with a renewed focus on innovation, sustainability, and digital enablement. The City Engineer will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the future of Dublin’s infrastructure, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of citizens, businesses, and visitors in a dynamic urban environment. An opportunity now exists in Dublin City Council for the position of City Engineer. Job Summary/Description: This is a great opportunity to join Dublin City Council at a time of transformation and innovation. The City Engineer’s role principally involves the overall co-ordination and direction of the City’s engineering infrastructural projects; the City’s engineering services; and the management of engineering works required for major incidents and emergencies in the City. They also have responsibility for the efficient and effective development, and maintenance and operation of the City’s engineering infrastructure, to ensure that the City’s current and future infrastructural needs are met. The City Engineer will be a strategic leader, responsible not only for the delivery and maintenance of infrastructure but also for driving innovation, excellence in project delivery, and the adoption of digital and data-driven approaches. The role demands a visionary mindset, strong leadership, and the ability to collaborate across disciplines and sectors. xsokbrc A full list of essential requirements is available in the Information Booklet. publicjobs is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourages applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. Closing Date: 3pm Thursday 5th February 2026.
Archivist in the National Archives of Ireland Check all associated application documentation thoroughly before clicking on the apply button at the bottom of this description. The National Archives of Ireland is a statutory body under the aegis of the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport with the responsibility for preserving and making publicly available the archival records of central government, including Departments of State, the courts, and a range of other State bodies. The National Archives also holds records dating from the 19th and 20th centuries although some date back to the 13th century. Archives are made available for public inspection in the reading room of its headquarters building at Bishop Street, Dublin 8. The National Archives of Ireland is now recruiting for suitably qualified and committed individuals to take up the role of Archivist. This is an exciting opportunity for talented and enthusiastic individuals who are looking to embrace new challenges, do purposeful work and make a real difference to the Irish State and its people. Reporting to the Senior Archivist, the Archivist will perform a range of professional duties in connection with the preservation of and facilitating access to archives. Work will be carried out under the direction and authority of the Director of the National Archives and must be carried out in accordance with the guidelines, standards and procedures of the National Archives and as instructed by management. Full details of the role, including specific eligibility requirements, is available on our website. The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 3pm on Thursday, 5th February 2026 . xsokbrc We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Acts.
The mission of the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment (DETE) is to deliver opportunity and prosperity for all by driving a competitive, resilient and sustainable economy that supports enterprise, tourism, and employment across all of Ireland’s regions. The Department works to create the conditions for sustainable enterprise growth and investment, high-quality jobs and workplaces, fair and competitive markets and innovation. The work of the Department strengthens Ireland’s EU and global ties, extending Ireland’s business and trade in a responsible, fair and sustainable manner. The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role. The Administrative Officer (AO) is the main graduate recruitment grade for the Civil Service and provides successful candidates with the opportunity to progress to middle management. In DETE, AOs play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing national and EU-level policies that support enterprise, trade, innovation, employment rights, and economic development. They contribute to policy development, legislative drafting, stakeholder engagement, and strategic analysis across a wide range of divisions. Full details of the role, including specific eligibility requirements are available on our website via the button below. xsokbrc The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 3pm on Monday, 26th January 2026. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Acts.
Health & Safety Authority (HSA) Assistant Chief Executive (ACE) Occupational Safety Division The Health and Safety Authority has a wide and varied regulatory mandate which includes acting as the national body with responsibility for occupational health and safety, market surveillance of industrial products and chemicals and acting as the national accreditation body for Ireland through the Irish National Accreditation Board. Having recently appointed its new Chief Executive Officer, the Authority is at a pivotal time in its development as it implements an ambitious Strategy Statement and Programme of Work designed to respond to emerging risks, evolving workplaces, and higher expectations from workers, employers and the public. In order to support its growth & transformation agenda the Authority is seeking a dynamic, committed and experienced person to lead its Occupational Safety Division. The Occupational Safety Division is central to delivering the HSA’s mission, it leads on workplace inspection and enforcement, develops innovative approaches to risk management, and works closely with stakeholders to ensure that those at work take responsibility for occupational safety and health. Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, based either in HSA HQ in Dublin or one of its seven regional offices, the person appointed will provide strategic leadership and direction for all aspects of workplace safety, health and welfare within the Division. This is a senior management post which requires an individual with an extensive track record of leading and motivating a large multi-functional team to achieve high levels of workplace inspection, enforcement and policy implementation. The appointed person will possess highly developed change management and communication skills together with the personal energy and commitment to improve workplace safety and health in Ireland. Relevant experience may be derived from either the public or private sector. Lansdowne Executive Search has been retained by the Health and Safety Authority to manage this recruitment process. Further information, including details on how to apply are available on our website via the button below. If you feel you would benefit from a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact or The closing date for applications is 17:00 Thursday 12th February 2026. The Health and Safety Authority is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourages applications under the nine grounds of the Employment Equality Acts. xsokbrc Cuirfear fáilte roimh chomhfhreagras i nGaeilge.
