Shop Assistant - Buncrana (Permanent Part Time) Location: Buncrana, Co. Donegal Salary range:€6,406.40 per annum; paind monthly Experience: 2 years retail experience ideally some of which will have been gained in the community / voluntary sector. Closing date: Fri, 17 Apr 2026 Description: SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas. The Role: We are currently looking to recruit a Shop Assistant (Permanent Part Time; 8 hours per week - days over 6 days ) to join our Northwest Retail team in Vincent's Buncrana. The post holder will have responsibility for providing support and assist the Manager in the operation of running Vincent's shops in a manner which reflects SVP's high retail standards and maintains the professionalism and profile of the Society in all areas of operation. This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland's largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community. Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required Qualifications Job holder should ideally be educated to leaving certificate standard Experience At least 2 years retail experience ideally some of which will have been gained in the community / voluntary sector. Knowledge Knowledge of the Society and of its mission and values. Commercially aware Skills Experience of working in a customer facing environment, be motivated, have excellent customer care skills, be a confident communicator and have a passion for helping people. Excellent organisation skills A positive outlook with resilience and persistence in the face of barriers and setbacks. An ability to display empathy, patience and a well-developed sense of humour. A keen eye for visual merchandising and display Self-motivated and take pride and satisfaction in your own work Outgoing and energetic and enjoy working on your own and as part of your wider team Excellent numerical skills Willingness to work in a flexible manner and provide cover for the Shop Manager when required Full job description for this role and list of associated benefits can be found here: Shop Assistant - Job Description 01.2026 I f you meet these requirements and have the desire to join one of Ireland's best known, trusted, and respected not-for-profit organisations please click 'Apply for this job'. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references. Canvassing will not be accepted and may lead to disqualification. Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted. PLEASE NOTE: If you are interested in being considered for this position, please apply as soon as possible as the role may be closed in advance of the date shown above due to high volume of applications. SVP is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Relief Information Support Officer - Dublin (Casual Relief) Location: SVP House, Dublin 1 Salary range:€19.87 per hour Experience: Certificate in Office Administration and Computer course is essential. Closing date: Tue, 14 Apr 2026 Description: SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas. The Role: We are currently looking to recruit a Relief Information Support Officer to join ourEast Region ISO team inSVP House, Dublin 1. The post holder will have responsibility for providing cover for leave, absence and peak periods for the Regional Office team by providing a point of contact for service users to the Society who contact the Society by telephone, email, letter and in person seeking assistance/information are directed to the appropriate Conference. To treat those approaching the Society for help with dignity and respect in accordance with quality visitation guidelines. This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland's largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community. Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required Qualifications Certificate in Office Administration and Computer course is essential. Experience One year's experience of handling a diverse range of callers - both in-person and by telephone is essential. Experience of working within a busy information environment is desirable. At least two years' experience in providing varied administrative support in an office environment. An in-depth knowledge of the geography of the Region (East Region: Dublin, Wicklow, Kildare) Knowledge Knowledge of the Society and of its mission and values Knowledge of needs and issues of the poor and disadvantaged Skills Excellent organisation and administrative skills. Excellent typing skills - ability to be on a phone call and type at the same time. Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team. Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. An ability to work well under pressure, resilient. Proficient in IT - MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and experience with a CRM database is desirable. An ability to display empathy, patience and a well-developed sense of humor. Ability to be flexible in approach and towards the role. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Full job description for this role and list of associated benefits can be found here: Relief Information Support Officer - Job Description 03.2026 I f you meet these requirements and have the desire to join one of Ireland's best known, trusted, and respected not-for-profit organisations please click 'Apply for this job'. Appointment is subject to Garda Vetting and satisfactory references. Canvassing will not be accepted and may lead to disqualification. Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted. PLEASE NOTE: If you are interested in being considered for thisposition, please apply as soon as possible as the role may be closed in advance of the date shown above due to high volume of applications. SVP is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Shop Assistant - Buncrana (Permanent Part Time) Location: Buncrana, Co. Donegal Salary range:€6,406.40 per annum; paind monthly Experience: 2 years retail experience ideally some of which will have been gained in the community / voluntary sector. Closing date: Fri, 17 Apr 2026 Description: SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas. The Role: We are currently looking to recruit a Shop Assistant (Permanent Part Time; 8 hours per week - days over 6 days ) to join our Northwest Retail team in Vincent's Buncrana. The post holder will have responsibility for providing support and assist the Manager in the operation of running Vincent's shops in a manner which reflects SVP's high retail standards and maintains the professionalism and profile of the Society in all areas of operation. This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland's largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community. Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required Qualifications Job holder should ideally be educated to leaving certificate standard Experience At least 2 years retail experience ideally some of which will have been gained in the community / voluntary sector. Knowledge Knowledge of the Society and of its mission and values. Commercially aware Skills Experience of working in a customer facing environment, be motivated, have excellent customer care skills, be a confident communicator and have a passion for helping people. Excellent organisation skills A positive outlook with resilience and persistence in the face of barriers and setbacks. An ability to display empathy, patience and a well-developed sense of humour. A keen eye for visual merchandising and display Self-motivated and take pride and satisfaction in your own work Outgoing and energetic and enjoy working on your own and as part of your wider team Excellent numerical skills Willingness to work in a flexible manner and provide cover for the Shop Manager when required Full job description for this role and list of associated benefits can be found here: Shop Assistant - Job Description 01.2026 I f you meet these requirements and have the desire to join one of Ireland's best known, trusted, and respected not-for-profit organisations please click 'Apply for this job'. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references. Canvassing will not be accepted and may lead to disqualification. Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted. PLEASE NOTE: If you are interested in being considered for this position, please apply as soon as possible as the role may be closed in advance of the date shown above due to high volume of applications. SVP is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Childcare Worker - Waterford (Specific Purpose Full Time) Location: St Jospeh's, Waterford Salary range:€29,581.50 per annum; paid monthly Experience: FETAC Level 5 in Childcare or Early Years Educator is essential Closing date: Fri, 17 Apr 2026 Description: SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas. The Role: We are currently looking to recruit a Childcare Worker (Specific Purpose contact, 37.5 hours per week 5 over 6 days ) to join our Children & Family team in St Joseph's Childcare Centre, Waterford. T he post holder will have responsibility for providing high-quality early childhood care and education while ensuring a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for all children. Working closely with Senior Childcare Workers, Managers, and other team members, the Childcare Worker plays a key role in supporting individual children and promoting their overall well-being. The role involves assisting in the planning and implementation of age-appropriate, stimulating activities that foster each child's natural development, in line with Siolta, the National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education, and Aistear, the National Curriculum Framework. All duties are carried out in accordance with the policies and procedures of St. Joseph's Childcare Centre and relevant regulatory standards to ensure the highest level of care and safety. This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland's largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community. Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required Qualifications Minimum FETAC Level 5 or equivalent in Childcare or Early Years Educator is essential. FETAC Level 6 or equivalent in Childcare or Early Years Educator would be an advantage. Experience 1 year of experience in relevant childcare role is essential. Knowledge Knowledge of the Society and of its mission and values. Knowledge of needs and issues of the poor and disadvantaged. Knowledge of Aisteoir, Siolta, Better Start programmes and AIM. Good knowledge of underlying principles in early years education/afterschool Skills Be a strong team player who enjoys being around children. Ability to use initiative. Display enthusiasm and an interest in supporting and empowering young children and their families Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrate excellent listening and supportive skills. Be patient with a well-developed sense of humour. Have a child centred approach to activities, being imaginative and creative in delivering activities. Full job description for this role and list of associated benefits can be found here: Childcare Worker - Job Description 01.2026 St Josephs SPC Full I f you meet these requirements and have the desire to join one of Ireland's best known, trusted, and respected not-for-profit organisations please click 'Apply for this job'. Appointment is subject to Garda Vetting and satisfactory references. Canvassing will not be accepted and may lead to disqualification. Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted. PLEASE NOTE: If you are interested in being considered for thisposition, please apply as soon as possible as the role may be closed in advance of the date shown above due to high volume of applications. SVP is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Childcare Worker - Waterford (Permanent Full Time) Location: St Jospeh's, Waterford Salary range:€29,581.50 per annum; paid monthly Experience: FETAC Level 5 in Childcare or Early Years Educator is essential Closing date: Fri, 17 Apr 2026 Description: SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas. The Role: We are currently looking to recruit a Childcare Worker to join our Children & Family team in St Joseph's Childcare Centre, Waterford. T he post holder will have responsibility for providing high-quality early childhood care and education while ensuring a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for all children. Working closely with Senior Childcare Workers, Managers, and other team members, the Childcare Worker plays a key role in supporting individual children and promoting their overall well-being. The role involves assisting in the planning and implementation of age-appropriate, stimulating activities that foster each child's natural development, in line with Siolta, the National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education, and Aistear, the National Curriculum Framework. All duties are carried out in accordance with the policies and procedures of St. Joseph's Childcare Centre and relevant regulatory standards to ensure the highest level of care and safety. This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland's largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community. Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required Qualifications Minimum FETAC Level 5 or equivalent in Childcare or Early Years Educator is essential. FETAC Level 6 or equivalent in Childcare or Early Years Educator would be an advantage. Experience 1 year of experience in relevant childcare role is essential. Knowledge Knowledge of the Society and of its mission and values. Knowledge of needs and issues of the poor and disadvantaged. Knowledge of Aisteoir, Siolta, Better Start programmes and AIM. Good knowledge of underlying principles in early years education/afterschool Skills Be a strong team player who enjoys being around children. Ability to use initiative. Display enthusiasm and an interest in supporting and empowering young children and their families Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrate excellent listening and supportive skills. Be patient with a well-developed sense of humour. Have a child centred approach to activities, being imaginative and creative in delivering activities. Full job description for this role and list of associated benefits can be found here: Childcare Worker - Job Description 01.2026 St Josephs Full I f you meet these requirements and have the desire to join one of Ireland's best known, trusted, and respected not-for-profit organisations please click 'Apply for this job'. Appointment is subject to Garda Vetting and satisfactory references. Canvassing will not be accepted and may lead to disqualification. Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted. PLEASE NOTE: If you are interested in being considered for thisposition, please apply as soon as possible as the role may be closed in advance of the date shown above due to high volume of applications. SVP is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Shop Manager - Swords (Permanent Full Time) Location: Swords, Co. Dublin Salary range:€37,557.50 per annum; paid monthly Experience: 3+ years in a customer-facing retail role Closing date: Mon, 06 Apr 2026 Description: SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas. The Role: We are currently looking to recruit a Shop Manager (Permanent Full Time; 37.5 hours per week, 5 over 6 days) to join our East Retail team in Vincent's Swords - Co. Dublin. The post holder will have responsibility for maximizing sales, productivity, revenue, and customer satisfaction by efficiently managing the shop in line with SVP's retail standards, policies, and ethos. They lead and develop a team including volunteers, CE staff, TUS participants, and paid employees, ensuring high standards and business growth. The role includes full ownership of the shop's operations, compliance with legislation and health and safety, and delivering excellent customer service that reflects the Society's values. This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland's largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community. Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required Qualifications & Experience: Essential : Minimum Leaving Certificate. 3+ years in a customer-facing retail role. Experience in team management and working towards sales targets. Independent and team-based work experience. Proficiency in sales reporting. Desirable : Experience in community/voluntary sector. Background as a retail manager with a track record of excellence. Event management experience. Skills & Attributes Essential : Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational and IT skills (Excel, Word, EPOS, Microsoft 365). Positive, resilient attitude with empathy and patience. Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships. Desirable : Social media awareness and basic marketing understanding. Full job description for this role and list of associated benefits can be found here: Shop Manager - Job Description 03.2026 I f you meet these requirements and have the desire to join one of Ireland's best known, trusted, and respected not-for-profit organisations please click 'Apply for this job'. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references. Canvassing will not be accepted and may lead to disqualification. Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted. PLEASE NOTE: If you are interested in being considered for this position, please apply as soon as possible as the role may be closed in advance of the date shown above due to high volume of applications. SVP is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Housing Officer - Galway (Permanent Full Time) Location: Galway Salary range:€46,800 per annum; paid monthly Experience: Degree in Housing/Property Management, or a minimum of three years' experience in a comparable role Closing date: Thu, 16 Apr 2026 Description: SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas. The Role: We are currently looking to recruit a Housing Officer to join our Social Housing team based in the West Regional Office - Galway, supporting the West Region (Galway, Roscommon, & Mayo). Working closely with the Society of St Vincent De Paul Conference Members under the direction of the Regional Social Housing Representative and that of the National Manager for Social Housing, the Housing Officer will work with the Conferences to manage the tenancies and properties in their designated area, maintaining compliance with regulations in accordance with the Society's policies and procedures. The Housing Officer will work through the Conferences to achieve overall successful operational performance as per the Approved Housing Body Regulatory Authority (AHBRA) Standards (Governance, Finance, Property & Asset Management, Tenancy Management). This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland's largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community. Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required Education A relevant degree in fields such as Housing/ Property Management, or a minimum of three years' experience in a comparable role -desirable Full Clean Driving Licence - Essential Experience Three years' relevant experience in Property /Tenancy management would be helpful Experience of working with a wide range of people /vulnerable groups e.g. elderly, low income households, marginalised, homeless; Experience of working with volunteers, committees, or boards; Experience of Housing Management systems. Skills Possess strong interpersonal, communications, listening and influencing skills with the ability to build relationships. Excellent planning and organisational skills; Be a committed team player with the ability to work on own initiative. Strong IT skills -Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) & Housing Management systems Knowledge Knowledge of needs and issues relating to the management of older people (over 55 years) capable of independent living is desirable Knowledge of the technical aspects of asset management, e.g., health and safety and repairs and maintenance is desirable. Knowledge of current regulations as they apply to social housing and housing law including the Residential Tenancies Act is desirable. Knowledge of local authority procedures regarding tenant allocations and rent assistance payments (e.g., HAP /RAS). Knowledge of rent structures as it applies to Social Housing is desirable. Knowledge of current AHBRA national standards, regulations, and the environment in which Social Housing is delivered and managed is desirable. Full job description for this role and list of associated benefits can be found here: Housing Officer - Job Desctiption 02.2026 I f you meet these requirements and have the desire to join one of Ireland's best known, trusted, and respected not-for-profit organisations please click 'Apply for this job'. Appointment is subject to Garda Vetting and satisfactory references. Canvassing will not be accepted and may lead to disqualification. Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted. PLEASE NOTE: If you are interested in being considered for this position, please apply as soon as possible as the role may be closed in advance of the date shown above due to high volume of applications. SVP is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Dual Shop Manager - Kingscourt & Mullagh (Permanent Full Time) Location: Kingscourt & Mullagh Co. Cavan Salary range:€42,271.83 per annum; paid monthly Experience: 3+ years in a customer-facing retail role. Closing date: Wed, 08 Apr 2026 Description: SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas. The Role: We are currently looking to recruit a Dual Shop Manager (Permanent Full Time; 37.5 hours per week 5 over 6 days) to join our Northeast & Midlands Retail team managing both shops of Vincent's Kingscourt and Vincent's Mullagh. The post holder will have responsibility for maximizing sales, productivity, revenue, and customer satisfaction by efficiently managing the shop in line with SVP's retail standards, policies, and ethos. They lead and develop a team including volunteers, CE staff, TUS participants, and paid employees, ensuring high standards and business growth. The role includes full ownership of the shop's operations, compliance with legislation and health and safety, and delivering excellent customer service that reflects the Society's values. This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland's largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community. Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required Qualifications & Experience: Essential : Minimum Leaving Certificate. 3+ years in a customer-facing retail role. Experience in team management and working towards sales targets. Independent and team-based work experience. Proficiency in sales reporting. Desirable : Experience in community/voluntary sector. Background as a retail manager with a track record of excellence. Event management experience. Skills & Attributes Essential : Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational and IT skills (Excel, Word, EPOS, Microsoft 365). Positive, resilient attitude with empathy and patience. Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships. Desirable : Social media awareness and basic marketing understanding. Full job description for this role and list of associated benefits can be found here: Dual Shop Manager - Job Description 03.2026 Kingscourt I f you meet these requirements and have the desire to join one of Ireland's best known, trusted, and respected not-for-profit organisations please click 'Apply for this job'. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references. Canvassing will not be accepted and may lead to disqualification. Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted. PLEASE NOTE: If you are interested in being considered for thisposition, please apply as soon as possible as the role may be closed in advance of the date shown above due to high volume of applications. SVP is an Equal Opportunities Employer
