Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) has a vacancy for a Administrator (0.5 time – 2.5 days/week) to join the CALM project team.
This role is required to provide high-level administrative support, requiring a thorough understanding of the overall workings and policies of IFI and to support the Peace Plus CALM project. IFI is a partner in the Peace Plus CALM project led by the East Border Region. The project is a cross-border one seeking to improve ecological quality of water focusing on a number of catchments. The appointee will support the catchment officer operating in the Glyde catchment to advance all of the project aims.
ABOUT US
Inland Fisheries Ireland are the environmental agency responsible for protecting, managing and conserving Ireland's inland fisheries and sea angling resources.
More information can be found by visiting our website.
VISION, MISSION & VALUES
Vision
To place the inland fisheries resource in the best sustainable position possible for the benefit of future generations.
Mission
To protect, manage and conserve Ireland's inland fisheries and sea angling resources and to maximise their sustainability and natural biodiversity.
Values
* We work collaboratively with professionalism
* We are open, transparent and accountable
* We act with respect and integrity
* We are committed to stewardship and sustainability
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Data management & Reporting Responsibilities
* Maintain records of all procurement and financial transactions in accordance with IFI and Lead partner requirements
* Prepare and upload claims for reimbursement on the Peace Plus financial management portal
* Prepare summary data on expenditure for monthly reports
* Prepare responses to queries from Lead partner in respect of expenditure.
* Collate and process claims for the CALM project
* Provide support to project staff in managing the CALM project.
* Ensure that CALM project management complies with all administrative and financial reporting requirements through full project lifecycle.
* Support procurement of works and services to meet project deliverables.
* Liaise with First Level Control verification bodies as required
* Support with any other aspects of project management, including tracking of progress of project activities against goals and deliverables
KEY KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
The ideal candidate will have the following;
Essential
* A recognised third-level qualification at a minimum level of NFQ Level 7, or equivalent
* A full Category B driving licence that is valid in Ireland
* A minimum of two years' relevant experience in an administrator administrative role
Desirable
* Business administration qualification
* Previous experience working in a large / complex or public sector organisation
* Previous experience in project or programme support
* Demonstrable experience of facilitating in-person and online engagement/training
LOCATION
The role will be based at IFI HQ at Citywest, Dublin or Creevy County Monaghan. IFI offer a hybrid working policy, more details of which will be shared with prospective candidates at the interview.
REMUNERATION
The salary scale for the position is at the level of Executive Officer as applies in Inland Fisheries Ireland, it is a 14-point scale including 2 long service increments (LSI's): Point 1 €37,564.05; Point 2 €38,360.43; Point 3 €40,566.82; Point 4 €42,681.39; Point 5 €44,578.00; Point 6 €46,451.68; Point 7 €48,279.53; Point 8 €50,069.55; Point 9 €51,885.28; Point 10 €53,697.27; Point 11 €55,622.40; Point 12 €56,912.50; Point 13 (LSI 1) €58,757.64; Point 14 (LSI 2) €60, IFI Executive Officer Grade Payscales as of 01/08/2025)
TENURE
This role is being offered a part time post 2.5 days week, the duration of this contract will be till end July 2028
APPLICATIONS & SELECTION PROCESS
A cover letter and up to date Curriculum Vitae should be submitted via this website by 5.00 pm on Thursday 9th of October 2025.
Late applications or applications not received through the correct channel, as indicated above, will not be considered.
Short listing will be based on information provided in the Cover Letter and CV.
Canvassing will disqualify.
Inland Fisheries Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.