The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon in Dublin seeks a Visual Arts Officer to lead various projects and initiatives in the Visual Arts sector. Your responsibilities will include managing team plans, providing policy development support, and ensuring the smooth running of funding applications. The ideal candidate will have strong project management and analytical skills, and ideally, an understanding of the Irish language. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the Arts Council's strategic goals and work closely with diverse stakeholders. #J-18808-Ljbffr
B. Department & Role Overview The purpose of the Arts Department is to lead on policy formulation, development initiatives, funding and relationship management for key artform / arts practice areas including Visual Arts to deliver on strategic objectives. The Visual Arts Officer will be involved in a wide range of activities including managing the team’s work plan and capacity planning; researching and drafting policies/proposals; leading on/providing support to team project initiatives; training/supporting team members. Specifically, the Visual Arts Officer will provide support and co-ordinate activities with a designated focus on Visual Arts to deliver the team and corporate plans in support of the Arts Council Strategy: Making Great Art Work: Developing the Arts in Ireland. C. Key Responsibilities Policy and Strategy Provide overall project management and administration support on policy development initiatives; Co-ordinate all information to feed into the mapping of the arts profile for your area/s; Provide statistics and research information to support policy development initiatives; Invite people to focus groups, organise meetings and events, take minutes; Update team section of website so as to update on matters relating to policy. Funding Applications Monitor queues in CRM, as appropriate, and distribute Tasks as necessary; Liaise with artform/practice area Advisers to ensure inputs to assessments run smoothly. Panels Attend part of panel meetings for purpose of recording minutes of decisions, as required, and recording these into CRM (in line with protocol for streamlining of panel meeting processes); Respond to requests from applicants for written feedback from panel meetings, according to a protocol. Minute taking Provide minute taking support to Heads of Team as may be occasionally required and record any meeting minutes in CRM against appropriate record. General Be proficient in all standard procedures and systems; Collaborate with other Arts Department Officers and team members, where appropriate, in identifying, agreeing and applying consistent processes and systems that maximise efficiency; Provide cover for other Arts Department Officers as required; Actively participate as a team member with suggestions to continuously improve the funding process and service to the public, artists and organisations. Monitoring funding relationships Liaise with Head of artform/practice areas to ensure online services based monitoring reports provided by funded organisations are accorded appropriate 'status' e.g. noted, issues raised/progressed, signed off. Enquiries Support designated artform/practice area queries as appropriate to include: Provide cover for first point of contact with regard to artform/practice area queries; Create and action artform/practice and other enquiries in CRM as appropriate (i.e. resolve on first contact or assign to appropriate team member); Provide advice and support in relation to artform/practice area contact queries before funding decisions. Refer application queries to Corporate Services, where appropriate; Provide advice and support in relation to contact queries after funding decisions; Record all meaningful contact with clients in CRM against appropriate record; Provide advice/information on other funding sources. Partnership Provide support to partnership initiatives, as may be undertaken within your designated areas; Advice; Coordinate inputs to and maintain designated artform/practice sections of website using it as a tool to communicate with target groups likely to be seeking funding such as individual artists, groups, organisations and public, to include e.g. drafting, editing and updating FAQs, 'How To' guides as required. Advocacy Provide support to advocacy initiatives, as may be required within your designated areas. Arts Team Provide inputs to team work planning to ensure sufficient resources are available to maintain smooth operation of work of relevant arts areas; Provide overall project administration support on team policy development initiatives; Liaise with Advisers on matters related to POs/invoicing/payments. Corporate Participate in project team(s) on specified projects driven by the Strategic Development Department/other; Retrieve information/old application files to support FOI requests; Gather data/funding history etc. as background to press releases/Minister speeches; Provide information to feed into annual report; Provide statistics, as required, in response to requests from government Departments or other official bodies; Provide information on dates of events in team artform/practice area; Provide training and support to new team/department/organisation members; Provide cover to other Teams/Departments as required. As an Officer: Support the values, vision and mission of the Arts Council; Have a clear understanding of the Officer role, objectives and targets and how they support the objectives of your Team/Department, the Arts Council’s strategic goals and the ten year strategy Making Great Art Work; Strive to develop, implement and support new ways of working effectively to meet objectives; Actively share information, knowledge and expertise to help the team to meet its objectives; Be flexible and willing to adapt, positively contributing to the implementation of change; Take responsibility and be accountable for the delivery of agreed objectives; Successfully manage a range of different projects and work activities at the same time; Maintain a strong focus on delivering high performance and service delivery; Create and maintain collaborative internal and external relationships; Utilise and promote project management guidelines and templates. Note : Arts Council roles and responsibilities are subject to change as per on-going and future organisational requirements and developments. D. Skills Knowledge and Experiences A proven ability in the area of project management; A good understanding of the work of the Arts Council and its strategic objectives, particularly in the area of Visual Arts; Experience and insight in relation to the Visual Arts sector infrastructure is desirable; Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to gather and analyse research, engage in critical analysis and express complex information in a clear, concise way; Express self in a clear and articulate manner when speaking and in writing; Excellent interpersonal skills, including the capacity to deal with situations requiring diplomacy and tact; Ability to operate the various elements within the IT systems; including online services, CRM, EDM, the Microsoft Office suite of programmes; A commitment to high standards of public service; Ideally have Irish language, verbal and written skills, although this is not an absolute prerequisite for the role. How to apply The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon, Thursday 30th April, 2026. For further information including the application process please go to Working With Us - The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon The Arts Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications from all sections of the community under all ten grounds as set out in our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy. For more information, visit Developmental policies - The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon #J-18808-Ljbffr
Whole time equivalent: Full-time - 35 hours per week. Reports to: Programme Manager, Creative Schools and/or Manager, Creative Schools Duration: Permanent B. Department & Role Overview The Arts Council is the Irish Government’s agency for supporting and promoting the arts in Ireland. We work in partnership with artists, arts organisations, public policy makers and others to build a central place for the arts in Irish life. The Creative Schools Assistant will provide key clerical and administrative support to Creative Schools, in line with the Creative Schools project plans. The Creative Schools Assistant will be a member of Creative Schools department and will work closely with all members of the department as well as supporting the work of contractors including Creative Associates. C. Key Functions/Responsibility Areas (including but not limited to) Provide administrative support and assistance to the Creative Schools Team: Management of Creative Schools email in-boxes. Respond to emails, phone calls and other correspondence. Set up POs and process invoices to external suppliers. Assist with the planning, organisation and note-taking of meetings. Support for and attendance at internal and external events as required. Support the collation and dissemination of information. Ensure records and files are accurate and up to date. Maintenance of data including stakeholder contact information. Prepare itineraries and organise travel. Contribute to the effective running of the Creative Schools Award including supporting schools to apply and to manage their payment requests and other requirements. Process grant payments to schools and related administration in line with Arts Council guidelines and procedures (ensure compliance with Arts Council payment guidelines). Ensure that bank details and compliance with Child Safeguarding requirements are submitted as required. Verify tax compliance and other reporting requirements are in order. Provide regular updates on school payments at Creative Schools Team meetings. Assist with the co-ordination and administration of training across Creative Schools Assist with organising venues, catering and helping to prepare materials and equipment for training. Manage invitations and attendance lists. Assist with the co-ordination and administration of Creative Associates which may include: Process payments to Creative Associates and related administration in line with Arts Council guidelines and procedures. Communications with Creative Associates. Assist with the co-ordination of Garda vetting and reference checking. Note: roles and responsibilities within the Arts Council are subject to change as per on-going and future organisational requirements and developments. Other duties appropriate to the grade that may be assigned from time to time. D. Key qualifications, skills and experience required A minimum of one to two years’ experience in a similar role. A proven record of excellent administration, including strong attention to detail. Very organised approach to prioritising and processing work, including record keeping. Strong ICT skills, including MS Office, in particular Outlook, Word, and Excel. Prior experience of other ICT packages is desirable. Experience dealing with invoices, payments, or other financial tasks. Strong verbal and written communications skills and confidence dealing with both internal and external stakeholders. Flexible and enthusiastic in the context of a busy and demanding workplace. A demonstrated commitment and ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to work on her/his own initiative. A commitment to high standards of public service. The ability to communicate through the Irish language, both verbal and written, is desirable but not essential. How to apply The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon, Thursday 30th April, 2026. For further information including the application process please go to Working With Us - The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon The Arts Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications from all sections of the community under all ten grounds as set out in our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy. For more information, visit Developmental policies - The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon #J-18808-Ljbffr
An arts promotion agency in Dublin is seeking a Creative Schools Assistant to provide vital administrative support. The successful candidate will manage communications, assist with financial tasks, and maintain accurate records. The role requires a minimum of one to two years’ experience and strong organizational, ICT, and communication skills. This is a full-time permanent position offering 35 hours per week, aiming to support the Creative Schools initiative effectively. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Position: Creative Schools Assistant Grade: Clerical Officer (CO) Whole time equivalent: Full-time - 35 hours per week. Reports to: Programme Manager, Creative Schools and/or Manager, Creative Schools Duration: Permanent Role closing date: 12 noon, Thursday 30th April, 2026. Department Role Overview The Arts Council is the Irish Government’s agency for supporting and promoting the arts in Ireland. We work in partnership with artists, arts organisations, public policy makers and others to build a central place for the arts in Irish life. The Creative Schools Assistant will provide key clerical and administrative support to Creative Schools, in line with the Creative Schools project plans. The Creative Schools Assistant will be a member of Creative Schools department and will work closely with all members of the department as well as supporting the work of contractors including Creative Associates. Key Functions/Responsibility Areas (including but not limited to) Provide administrative support and assistance to the Creative Schools Team Management of Creative Schools email in-boxes. Respond to emails, phone calls and other correspondence. Set up POs and process invoices to external suppliers. Assist with the planning, organisation and note-taking of meetings. Support for and attendance at internal and external events as required. Support the collation and dissemination of information. Ensure records and files are accurate and up to date. Maintenance of data including stakeholder contact information. Prepare itineraries and organise travel. Contribute to the effective running of the Creative Schools Award including supporting schools to apply and to manage their payment requests and other requirements. Process grant payments to schools and related administration in line with Arts Council guidelines and procedures (ensure compliance with Arts Council payment guidelines). Ensure that bank details and compliance with Child Safeguarding requirements are submitted as required. Verify tax compliance and other reporting requirements are in order. Provide regular updates on school payments at Creative Schools Team meetings. Assist with the co‑coordination and administration of training across Creative Schools. Assist with organising venues, catering and helping to prepare materials and equipment for training. Manage invitations and attendance lists. Assist with the co‑coordination and administration of Creative Associates which may include: Process payments to Creative Associates and related administration in line with Arts Council guidelines and procedures. Communications with Creative Associates. Assist with the co‑coordination of Garda vetting and reference checking. Key qualifications, skills and experience required Minimum of one to two years’ experience in a similar role. A proven record of excellent administration, including strong attention to detail. Very organised approach to prioritising and processing work, including record keeping. Strong ICT skills, including MS Office, in particular Outlook, Word, and Excel. Prior experience of other ICT packages is desirable. Experience dealing with invoices, payments, or other financial tasks. Strong verbal and written communication skills and confidence dealing with both internal and external stakeholders. Flexible and enthusiastic in the context of a busy and demanding workplace. A demonstrated commitment and ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to work on her/his own initiative. A commitment to high standards of public service. The ability to communicate through the Irish language, both verbal and written, is desirable but not essential. Note: Roles and responsibilities within the Arts Council are subject to change as per on‑going and future organisational requirements and developments. Other duties appropriate to the grade that may be assigned from time to time. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview Whole time equivalent: Full-time – 5 days per week Reports to: Deputy Director Duration: Permanent Role Closing Date: 12 noon, Wednesday 22nd of April, 2026. Department & Role Overview The Arts Council is the Irish Government’s agency for supporting and promoting the arts in Ireland. We work in partnership with artists, arts organisations, public policy makers and others to build a central place for the arts in Irish life. This role is required to manage the daily work of the Investment Services Team. In particular, the incumbent in this role will lead out on, manage and oversee our business end-to-end process management, including any change processes, of all our grant awards which is critical to the organisation’s internal functioning, client relationship management and organisational reputation. Key Responsibilities As a Manager:- Drive the values, vision and mission of the Arts Council; Actively contribute to the delivery of the Arts Council’s strategic goals; Contribute to policy and strategy development across a range of areas. Strive to develop and implement ways of working effectively to meet objectives; Lead the team/project teams by example, coaching and supporting individuals as required; Be flexible and willing to adapt, positively contributing to the implementation of change; Take responsibility and be accountable for the delivery of agreed objectives; Successfully manage a range of different projects and work activities at the same time; Delegate work effectively, providing clear information and evidence as to what is required; Practice and promote a strong focus on delivering high performance and service delivery; Contribute to strategic decision-making where required; Create and maintain collaborative internal and external relationships; Make clear and timely decisions on important issues as required. As Head of Investment you will be responsible for:- Manage the operational delivery of the Arts Council current Funding/Investment Framework as it relates to the execution of funding processes; Support the implementation of the new, to be designed Investment Framework; Managing the operational effectiveness of schemes/awards:- Work with colleagues in Finance, SDD, ICT, Comms and Arts Teams to manage the effectiveness of our schemes and awards Analytically review/critique all schemes/awards on an on-going basis to ensure they are working consistently and efficiently Provide clear advice and supports for the Arts Teams, in terms of guidelines, moderation, assessment etc. Work closely with Finance to ensure that an effective control environment is in place across the grant processing system Establish a funding governance process, ensuring continuous improvement and coherence across funding programmes, schemes and initiatives including multi-annual funding; Support the Content Governance Framework, ensuring continuous improvement and coherence across funding programmes, schemes and initiatives including multi-annual funding; Monitoring the implementation of the investment strategy; Lead out on the scheduling of the schemes and awards annually with particular focus on the logic of the timing to support arts development objectives; Set up processes and procedures to manage funding agreements as the basis of recurring relationships with arts organisations; Manage the staff of the Investment Services team (Pre and Post application and grant Payments); Manage the operational delivery of the Panel Process by continuously monitoring and reporting on activity; Manage Complaints Process; Provide data as necessary to the SDD to support reporting on application and award numbers and amounts; Co-ordinate with Communications on the creation and dissemination of award clinics for applicants. Note: Arts Council roles and responsibilities are subject to change as per on-going and future organisational requirements and developments. Other duties appropriate to the grade that may be assigned from time to time Skills, Knowledge and Experiences Project management and resource planning; Controls design and implementation; Research techniques including quantitative and/or qualitative methodologies; Strong analysis and problem solving skills; Ability to communicate knowledge and experience clearly in person; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Strong interpersonal skills; Excellent ICT systems user knowledge; Business process management experience and ability; Ability to work at all levels in an organisation and build relationships with multiple colleagues; Drive and patience; Organisation skills, including time management and the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines; The desire and ability to manage people. Qualifications The successful candidate will ideally be academically strong with at least a primary degree and preferably a post graduate or professional qualification in a relevant area. How to apply The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon, Wednesday 22nd of April, 2026. For further information including the application process please go to The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon The Arts Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications from all sections of the community under all ten grounds as set out in our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy. For more information, visit Developmental policies - The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon #J-18808-Ljbffr
A government agency for the arts is seeking a full-time Manager for the Investment Services Team. This role focuses on leading grant awards management and overseeing operational processes. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in project management, excellent communication skills, and relevant academic qualifications. The position promotes equal opportunity and encourages applications from diverse communities. The closing date for applications is April 22nd, 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr
