ComReg OverviewComReg is the statutory body responsible for regulating fixed and mobile communications, postal and premium rate services in Ireland.Our mandate, which until recently has been to create a competitive marketplace, to protect and inform consumers, and to encourage innovation, is expanding into new areas as we take on statutory responsibilities in the fields of accessibility, cybersecurity, physical resilience, AI, cloud and data.This is an exciting time of growth for ComReg as we will shortly take on new statutory responsibilities covering digital matters arising from EU legislation, including: the 2022 Network and Information Systems (NIS2) Directive, the Critical Entities Resilience (CER) Directive - addressing cybersecurity and network resilience - together with the EU Data Act, the EU AI Act, and the European Accessibility Act (EAA).We are a professional, multi-disciplinary organisation, operating in a dynamic electronic communications environment that is constantly evolving.While the role of regulation is evolving, our fundamental mission remains the same. ComReg's mission is to implement effective regulation that supports the delivery of widespread, modern and resilient digital infrastructure, including communications networks, products, and services which, ultimately, benefit users.Division overviewThe Corporate Services TeamThe Corporate Services Division develops and implements corporate affairs and communications strategies designed to enhance and support our organisational performance and effectiveness. It is a key function, supporting all other Divisions across ComReg in the areas of Human Resources, Health and Safety and Facilities Management, Finance and Procurement, Corporate Governance, Information Technology and Public Affairs and Communications.The role and responsibilitiesReporting to the Finance Manager, the Procurement Specialist will bring a strategic approach to procurement within ComReg and will work within the Finance & Governance Unit. They will ultimately be responsible for advising on, and ensuring compliance with procurement regulations and best practice, a key function of the Unit. While procurement processes are currently decentralised across the various Divisions within ComReg, our objective is to ensure that each individual involved in procurement is supported so that they are aware of their responsibilities, can access relevant guidance documentation and templates and adhere to the organisation's procurement policies and procedures.The Procurement Specialist will play a key role in ensuring that ComReg achieves these objectives.Key areas of responsibility for this role will be:Development and management of the annual procurement operational planPreparation of an annual resourcing plan to deliver the operational planPreparation of monthly reports for management on procurement activities highlighting exceptional items and compliance indicatorsMonitoring the day-to-day procurement operations across the organisation including:Ensuring compliance with all procurement regulationsTender evaluations for high value procurement items are carried out in accordance with procurement rulesProper sign off of procurement documentationPublication of notices on the E-tenders website & EUOJEnsuring staff can avail of the appropriate levels of procurement and contract management awareness-raising and trainingOngoing collaboration with ComReg's legal advisors on procurement mattersPreparation of a biennial Corporate Procurement PlanLead on the development and implementation of initiatives to improve the procurement process including, updating of internal procurement guidance documentation, enhancements to the organisation's online Procurement Application and ensuring green public procurement practices are embedded into procurement processesAssisting with the preparation of audit files and associated queriesThere may be other general business support and administrative duties assigned to the successful candidate.Qualifications and ExperienceEssentialA minimum of a Diploma (or higher) equivalent to a level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications in the area of Public Procurement or a related fieldSolid experience of public procurement practiceExcellent knowledge of procurement and of the Office of Government Procurement frameworkExperience in using the new E-tenders websiteExperience in providing advice and guidance on procurement best practiceExperience of Microsoft 365 and of using IT in administrative functionsExcellent report writing and communication skills (LH1)Demonstrated experience of engaging and working with multi-disciplinary teams and external advisors and stakeholdersExceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detailDesirableA Project Management qualificationExperience in establishing Framework agreementsData analytics skillsExperience of preparing an annual procurement operational planExperience working with national public sector bodies or EU institutions, regulatory environments and / or experience in the application of EU directives and regulationsCore Competencies & Skills for the RoleIn addition to your qualifications and experience, you will bring professional competencies and skills in the following core areas:Technical Knowledge & Continuous Improvement - Possesses a command over the technical and professional skills for a particular discipline. Keeps an open mind. Demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement.Ownership & Accountability Applies professional ethical standards. Takes responsibility for work activities and personal actions. Follows through on commitments. Acknowledges mistakes and learns from them. Maintains effective interactions with outsourced service providers.Communicating & Influencing Communicates clearly, confidently and respectfully. Engages, persuades and convinces others to follow a particular course of action. Ensures all relevant parties are appropriately updated and notified.Teamwork Promotes and enhances team performance through working collaboratively and in cooperation with others to achieve goals. Interacts in a manner that builds respect and fosters trust.Planning and Organising Establishes and monitors priorities, systematically differentiating between urgent, important and unimportant tasks. Plans and manages activities to consistently deliver results. Meets objectives within agreed predetermined time frames and deals with urgent operational situations expeditiously.Our PackageWe are offering an attractive package:Salary €63, €87,654.93* (entry will be at the minimum point and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy.)Dublin city centre location - IFSCBlended working environment - 2 days in the office (flexibility for more days may be required depending on business needs)28 days Annual Leave per year increases with serviceAttractive pension schemeFully paid Maternity, Paternity and Parent's leaveIncome protection schemeEducation assistance and Training OpportunitiesProfessional membership fee payComReg Wellbeing Programme -Wellbeing and Respect Charter | Commission for Communications RegulationOnline gymTravel tax saver scheme, Access to Cycle to Work SchemeAccess to Employee Assistance ProgrammeAccess to a member run sports and social club(entry will be at the minimum point and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy.)Check out the Recruitment section of our Careers website if you have any questions or need further information about the role or the recruitment process -Please Note (1)We hope that our recruitment process supports applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We understand that having a diverse workforce contributes to making us stronger as an organisation. We are committed to positively supporting candidates with disabilities.Please let us know if there are any reasonable accommodations we can make to enable you to take part in the process by creating the environment to give you the best opportunity to show your strengths and competencies. Rest assured that whatever information you disclose will only be used to enable us to provide the necessary support and will never have a bearing on the outcome of the process.Please Note (2)ComReg assesses all applicants fairly based on the requirements for the role. Due to the high volume of applications we receive for positions, we are unable to provide feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted for interview. If you are short-listed for interview, and are subsequently unsuccessful, you can request verbal feedback from your recruitment contact - if you are represented by an agency.