We are seeking to recruit a Programme Officer for our public sector client in D2. The role will be hybrid with a minimum of 1 day in the office. The position is available for 11 months. The Programme Officer will report to the Programme Manager for the Health Research Consent Declaration Committee.
Key responsibilities of the Programme Officer post.
This role offers an exciting opportunity for suitably qualified candidates to work within a team of professionals to support the delivery of the HealthData@IE project. It is crucial in the development of the specification for the data access application system for the HDAB services in Ireland as part of the implementation of the EHDS regulation in Ireland.
* The successful candidate will report to the Programme Manager and work with a stakeholder group to develop system specifications, policies and procedures key to the operation of the DAAMs for Ireland.
* They will liaise closely with the Department of Health, HIQA and other stakeholders identified as part of the project.
* The Programme Officer is expected, where required, to represent Ireland’s interest on national and EU working groups, where necessary.
Duties will include:
The Programme Officer should be able to multi-task and manage a varied workload, including but not limited to the following:
* Develop key business processes in relation to the data access and application mechanism system for Ireland. This will be completed in line with the requirements of the EHDS regulation.
* Liaise closely with Department of Health in terms of reporting on progress of the project, providing updates and information as needed.
* Co-ordination of a stakeholder group comprising of a group of 10-15 people from various organisations with an interest in the development of this DAAMS. This will involve organisation of meetings in person and online, preparing and providing information for the members, recording and following up on actions.
* Support the delivery of correspondence in consultation with the Programme Manager in relation to the outputs of the stakeholder group and communication of this to the wider public, DOH and other stakeholders as needed.
* Develop an information resource on the work programme for public use. This will ensure that all stakeholders including the public are fully aware of the role and ongoing progress of the working group.
* Liaise with other member states in the EU regarding approaches taken in other countries for the DAAMS and ensuring the proposed system in Ireland meets the requirement of the EHDS.
* Attend EU stakeholder group meetings in this area as required.
* Develop a specialised expertise on the EU regulations including keeping abreast of EU developments in relation to its implementation and providing advice to stakeholders as needed.
* Conduct literature and/or legislative-based searches as required to inform the processes of the DAAMs
* Develop system specifications for an IT provider using Microsoft forms, CANVA or similar flow chart IT systems.
* Support the organisation of webinars and other information events to assist with the work of the team and stakeholder group.
Essential knowledge and experience
Formal requirements include
At a minimum, the successful candidates will have a NFQ Level 9 qualification (Masters / Post Graduate Diploma) in a scientific, health and social care field or applicable related field, with a minimum of five years’ relevant experience.
Essential Requirements:
The Programme Officer will interact closely with governmental and statutory bodies, the healthcare research community and will therefore have a strong interest in and understanding of these environments, particularly in the area of the use of secondary health data for research purposes.
* Project management expertise.
* Business process analysis experience
* A high degree of professional discretion and the ability to understand and comply with confidentiality and non-disclosure policies.
* A high degree of computer literacy, including knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Forms, Word, Excel, Outlook and experience of databases.
* Experience in data analytics /understanding of large-scale data analysis
Desirable requirements include
* Experience in a health and social care research environment.
* Knowledge of applicable legislation, GDPR, Health Research Regulations, European Health Data Space Regulation.
* Proficiency and awareness of data security measures including trusted research environments.
**Please note that this is a full time contract for 11 months*
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