Company DescriptionThe Alzheimer Society of Ireland (ASI) works across the country in the heart of local communities providing dementia specific services and advocating for the rights of people affected by dementia to quality supports and services.Our vision is an Ireland where people affected by dementia are valued and supported.A national non-profit organisation, The ASI is person centred, rights-based and grassroots led with the voice of the person with dementia and their carer at its core.Role DescriptionThe ASI is currently recruiting aPolicy Officerto be based in National Office in Blackrock, Co Dublin / hybrid who will report to the Research and Policy Manager. This is a permanent contract, working 35 hours per week.The Policy Officer is responsible for insight into policy development, analysis and writing. Key responsibilities include writing policy documents, engaging with stakeholders, and managing policy projects. This includes formulating policy submissions in response to public consultations and developing strategic policy positions.QualificationsEssential skills include strong analytical, writing and communication abilities and project management. This person will work closely with all ASI departments. The person will also liaise with external stakeholders including the Department of Health, the Department of Social Protection, National Dementia Services, the HSE, members of the Oireachtas and Alzheimer Europe.The successful candidate will be expected to carry out the role with a high level of professionalism working closely with key stakeholders. Experience in public policy, law, academic, social policy, economics, political science or non-profit sector is desirable.The Policy Officer will proactively promote the inclusion of people living with dementia and family carers in policy work.A degree or master's in relevant field such as public policy, law, social policy, economics, or political science is essential and an understanding of dementia, the age sector and voluntary organisations is desirable.Salary will be commensurate with the care sector, and dependent on relevant experience. The contract type will be a permanent contract working 35 hours per week.How to ApplyIf you are interested in applying for this post, please submit a full and up-to-date CV and covering letter explaining why you feel you could undertake this role and send it to Closing date for applications is17thNovember 2025.