The National Disability Authority (NDA) is the independent statutory body that provides evidence-informed advice and guidance to the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (DCEDIY) on policy and practice relating to persons with disabilities. In practice, the NDA delivers on this role through advising officials in DCEDIY and in other Government Departments and key state agencies, as well as through direct advice to the Minister.
Our functions include:
1. Acting as a central national body to assist the Minister in the coordination and development of disability policy.
2. Undertaking, commissioning, or collaborating in research projects and activities.
3. Assisting in the development of statistical information for the planning, delivery, and monitoring of disability programmes and services.
4. Advising the Minister on standards for disability programmes and services, preparing codes of practice, and monitoring the implementation of standards and codes.
5. Monitoring the employment of people with disabilities in the public sector.
6. Promoting, through the Centre of Excellence in Universal Design (CEUD), universal design of the built environment, products, services, and information and communications technology, so that they can be accessed, understood, and used by all persons regardless of their age, size, ability, or disability.
The NDA is recruiting for the following position:
* Research Officer – Higher Executive Officer (Standard), Permanent & Specific Purpose
Full details of this position are available on the NDA website via the ‘Apply Now’ button. To apply, complete the relevant application form and forward it, together with a covering letter (max. 2 pages), outlining your suitability for the role.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 17th January 2025 at 5 p.m. local time.
The National Disability Authority is an equal opportunities employer. Applications would be particularly welcome from persons with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations can be provided.
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