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The Role
Reporting to the Head of Portfolio Planning, the Portfolio Planner will work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team. Key objectives of the role include:
Evaluating and quantifying the property needs of Government Departments and Agencies (offices, public facilities, storage etc), in line with their blended working requirements, and the existing accommodation portfolio.
Developing an understanding of the specific demands of the civil service, and the overall public sector more generally, in terms of property requirements and overarching policy objectives relating to the accommodation portfolio.
Working closely and collaboratively with colleagues across different sections of the OPW to assist in the development of data driven plans for portfolio consolidation, rationalisation, modernisation or sharing of buildings and facilities in line with the Estate Management Strategy.
Participating in programme and project planning and delivery for any rationalisation or similar projects.
Key Duties and Responsibilities of the Role
Assisting in the development and review of property asset management strategies for the State’s portfolio, in the context of available funding budgets and occupier requirements.
Ensuring that the asset management strategies implemented meet the relevant standards and are in compliance with all relevant legislation and can be managed in line with best practice.
Partnering with internal colleagues in Property Management teams to identify and assess the impact of proposed business changes or strategic planning on the estate, identifying where business cases will be required and ensuring that they are developed accordingly.
Researching, analysing and preparing reports on the feasibility and cost benefits of potential property investment or disposal opportunities within the State portfolio in the context of the accommodation needs of Government Departments and State agencies and the overall Irish commercial office market.
Ensuring that value for money solutions are applied in managing the property portfolio.
Providing reports to the Head of Portfolio Planning, in relation to project milestones, planning, delivery and implementation.
Communicating effectively with both internal and external professional and administrative personnel.
Maintaining knowledge of relevant property and planning law and practice, building regulations, sustainability targets, market trends and workplace modernisation.
Implementation and adoption of new workplace design standards and delivery of performance metrics to ensure efficient/effective asset management.
Please note: The above is a general guide to the key duties and responsibilities of the role and is not an exhaustive description. Other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the role may be assigned by the relevant line manager from time to time.
Vacancy and panel
There is currently one vacancy, however additional vacancies are likely to arise. A panel will be formed to fill any future vacancies that arise. It is not expected that appointments will be made from this panel after September 2027.
Work arrangements
The OPW’s Blended Working Policy has been developed and implemented in accordance with the Civil Service Blended Working Policy. Portfolio Planners will typically be able to work in accordance with the OPW’s Blended Working Policy, subject to business needs of the organisation.
While the work will be mainly office based, from time to time the Portfolio Planners will be required to travel for site visits, meetings, training etc. Please note that as part of their induction, the successful candidate will be expected to travel to various locations throughout the country to familiarise themselves with the properties under the remit of the Portfolio Planning Unit. Travel and subsistence will be paid in accordance with Civil Service regulations.
Training and Development
The OPW is committed to ensuring that all staff members are given the support and assistance required to realise their full potential within the organisation. As part of its strategy to meet this objective, the organisation provides opportunities for staff to develop professional skills and knowledge over a wide range of competencies. OPW staff have access to a wide range of Civil Service wide learning and development opportunities, to support and develop core civil service competencies.
Professional, technical, ICT and management training is provided to keep staff up to date on relevant developments. In addition, the OPW is committed to supporting Portfolio Planners in their Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and their pathway to professional membership of relevant bodies.
Additional learning opportunities are also available to established civil servants including support for other relevant academic studies.
Benefits
As well as a rewarding and challenging career, some of the benefits of working as a Portfolio Planner in the OPW are:
Competitive Salary starting at €81,475 with yearly increments for satisfactory performance.
30 days of annual leave per year.
Subject to business needs and a satisfactory probationary period.
Flexible working with a commitment to work‑life balance and a family‑friendly workplace (including work‑sharing arrangements and a wide variety of special leave options).
Access to Shorter Working Year Scheme.
Facility to apply for career breaks.
Learning and development opportunities including access to a refund of course fees scheme, paid study leave and paid examination leave.
Paid membership of a relevant professional institution.
Free access to all OPW managed heritage sites.
Cycle to work scheme.
Access to Public Service Credit Union.
Tax saver public transport pass.
Opportunities for promotion through internal, inter‑departmental & open competitions.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management, Research, and Analyst
Industry
Government Administration
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