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Post Summary
The appointed individual will join the team in the administrative office providing support across all administrative functions for the department including recruitment, personnel management, procurement, financial management, facilities, and reception/telephone duties.
The successful candidate will work as part of a small team in a busy and dynamic environment to provide administrative support for the department. The post-holder will have a variety of duties within the office, including being the first point of contact for students, staff, and visitors. It is essential that the post-holder delivers an efficient and professional service while also creating a welcoming atmosphere. This is an onsite post and not suitable for blended working. This is a varied and challenging role in a fast-paced environment, demanding much initiative, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to manage many priorities. The appointed candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills, be flexible and self-motivated, and have the capacity to develop this exciting role as required. The person appointed will report to the Office Administrator. Confidentiality and discretion are paramount in this role.
Post status: Permanent
Hours of Post: 35 hours per week
Salary: This appointment will be made on the Executive Officer Merged Salary Scale (€33,191 - €51,203 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie)
How to apply:
In order to assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (1x A4 page) that specifically address the following points in their application.
Applicants should clearly address their experience and how they obtained their knowledge in their application.
Illustrate, through past example, their ability to work on their own initiative and resolve problems.
Applicants who do not address the application requirements above in their cover letter will not be considered at the short list stage. Applications must be submitted by the closing date specified through eRecruitment. Any Applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system.
Please see the Job Description below for this position.
Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Sharon McIntyre - mcintys@tcd.ie
Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at E:recruit@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.
At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those whom have been displaced due to war.
Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier University. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and we hold an Athena Swan Silver award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and in the Higher Education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.
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