Latest News and Events | publicjobs.iePublicjobs.ie | Ireland's Premier Public Sector Recruitment Websitehttp://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events2025-10-22T06:54:07+00:00publicjobs.ieJoomla! - Open Source Content Managementpublicjobs attends gradireland Careers Fair at the RDS to promote Graduate Opportunities in the Civil Service2025-10-21T10:49:15+00:002025-10-21T10:49:15+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/1030-publicjobs-attends-gradireland-careers-fair-at-the-rds-to-promote-graduate-opportunities-in-the-civil-serviceJohn McCormack<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="publicjobs to attend gradireland Spring Careers Fair at the RDS"></p><p>publicjobs attends gradireland Careers Fair at the RDS to promote Graduate Opportunities in the Civil Service.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="publicjobs to attend gradireland Spring Careers Fair at the RDS"></p><p>publicjobs attends gradireland Careers Fair at the RDS to promote Graduate Opportunities in the Civil Service.</p>
New Government Strategy pledges more job opportunities for disabled people in the Civil Service2025-09-11T09:12:37+00:002025-09-11T09:12:37+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/1027-new-government-strategy-pledges-more-job-opportunities-for-disabled-people-in-the-civil-serviceJohn McCormack<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/National_Human_Rights_Strategy_for_Disabled_People.png" alt="Improved Job Opportunities for disabled people" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>The Government has pledged to create more job opportunities for disabled people in the Civil Service as part of its National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People 2025- 2030.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/National_Human_Rights_Strategy_for_Disabled_People.png" alt="Improved Job Opportunities for disabled people" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>The Government has pledged to create more job opportunities for disabled people in the Civil Service as part of its National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People 2025- 2030.</p>
publicjobs wins Workforce of the Future Division at Civil Service Excellence and Innovation Awards 20252025-06-05T14:24:31+00:002025-06-05T14:24:31+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/1017-publicjobs-wins-workforce-of-the-future-division-at-civil-service-excellence-and-innovation-awards-2025John McCormack<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Team_Innovation_Award_2025_2.png" alt="Innovation Awards 2025" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>publicjobs wins Workforce of the Future Division at Civil Service Excellence and Innovation Awards 2025</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Team_Innovation_Award_2025_2.png" alt="Innovation Awards 2025" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>publicjobs wins Workforce of the Future Division at Civil Service Excellence and Innovation Awards 2025</p>
Opportunities for Educational Psychologists2025-04-07T12:32:33+00:002025-04-07T12:32:33+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/1016-opportunities-for-educational-psychologistsPeter Meighan<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Psychologist_WebPage.png" alt="opportunities for educational psychologists" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>View our current Educational Psychologist Opportunities and hear from our Educational Psychologists.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Psychologist_WebPage.png" alt="opportunities for educational psychologists" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>View our current Educational Psychologist Opportunities and hear from our Educational Psychologists.</p>
Garda Trainee Recruitment 2025 Competition2025-03-19T15:44:10+00:002025-03-19T15:44:10+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/garda-traineeSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/gardatrainee/Garda_00.jpg" alt="Garda trainees" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p><i>publicjobs, as the centralised provider of recruitment, assessment and selection services for the Civil and Public Service in Ireland, is running this competition on behalf of An Garda Síochána.</i> </p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/gardatrainee/Garda_00.jpg" alt="Garda trainees" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p><i>publicjobs, as the centralised provider of recruitment, assessment and selection services for the Civil and Public Service in Ireland, is running this competition on behalf of An Garda Síochána.</i> </p>
Opportunities for Energy, Environment & Climate Graduates2025-03-11T12:15:16+00:002025-03-11T12:15:16+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/1013-opportunities-for-energy-environment-and-climate-graduatesPeter Meighan<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Climate_Opportunities.png" alt="Energy, Environment & Climate Opportunities" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>View our current Graduate Energy, Environment & Climate Opportunities and hear from our graduates.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Climate_Opportunities.png" alt="Energy, Environment & Climate Opportunities" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>View our current Graduate Energy, Environment & Climate Opportunities and hear from our graduates.</p>
Opportunities for HR Graduates2025-03-11T11:56:42+00:002025-03-11T11:56:42+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/1012-opportunities-for-hr-graduatesPeter Meighan<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/HR_WebPage.png" alt="HR Opportunities" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>View our current Graduate HR Opportunities.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/HR_WebPage.png" alt="HR Opportunities" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>View our current Graduate HR Opportunities.</p>
Opportunities for Health Graduates2025-03-11T11:21:37+00:002025-03-11T11:21:37+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/1011-opportunities-for-health-graduatesPeter Meighan<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Health_Policy_Opportunities.png" alt="Health Policy Opportunities" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>View our current Graduate Health Policy Opportunities and hear from our graduates.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Health_Policy_Opportunities.png" alt="Health Policy Opportunities" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>View our current Graduate Health Policy Opportunities and hear from our graduates.</p>
Opportunities for Finance Graduates2025-03-10T14:45:39+00:002025-03-10T14:45:39+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/1010-opportunities-for-finance-graduatesPeter Meighan<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Finance_Opportunities.png" alt="Finance Graduate Role" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>View our current Graduate Finance Policy Opportunities and hear from our graduates.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Finance_Opportunities.png" alt="Finance Graduate Role" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>View our current Graduate Finance Policy Opportunities and hear from our graduates.</p>
Over 6,700 applications to Garda Trainee recruitment competition2025-03-07T10:04:49+00:002025-03-07T10:04:49+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/998-over-6-700-applications-to-garda-trainee-recruitment-competitionColette Keely<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/garda1.png" alt="Garda holding helmet" width="366" height="352" loading="lazy"></p><p>Over 6,700 applications to Garda Trainee recruitment competition.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/garda1.png" alt="Garda holding helmet" width="366" height="352" loading="lazy"></p><p>Over 6,700 applications to Garda Trainee recruitment competition.</p>
publicjobs receives Inclusio’s Excellence in DEI Award2025-02-20T12:18:17+00:002025-02-20T12:18:17+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/996-publicjobs-is-delighted-and-proud-to-have-been-selected-for-the-inclusio-excellence-in-dei-awardColette Keely<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/Inclusio_Award_00.jpg" alt="Inclusio excellence DEI Award" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>publicjobs is delighted and proud to have been selected for the Inclusio Excellence in DEI Award</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/Inclusio_Award_00.jpg" alt="Inclusio excellence DEI Award" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>publicjobs is delighted and proud to have been selected for the Inclusio Excellence in DEI Award</p>
publicjobs to attend gradireland Spring Careers Fair at the RDS2025-03-03T10:49:15+00:002025-03-03T10:49:15+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/997-publicjobs-to-attend-gradireland-spring-careers-fair-at-the-rdsColette Keely<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="publicjobs to attend gradireland Spring Careers Fair at the RDS"></p><p>publicjobs to attend gradireland Spring Careers Fair at the RDS.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="publicjobs to attend gradireland Spring Careers Fair at the RDS"></p><p>publicjobs to attend gradireland Spring Careers Fair at the RDS.</p>
Solas win Public Sector Organisation of the Year Award sponsored by publicjobs at the National Diversity & Inclusion Awards 2025 2025-02-12T11:42:33+00:002025-02-12T11:42:33+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/995-solas-win-public-sector-organisation-of-the-year-award-sponsored-by-publicjobs-at-the-national-diversity-inclusion-awards-2025John McCormack<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="publicjobs_sponsor_Public_Sector_Organisation_of_the_Year_NDIA_Winner_SOLAS"></p><p>Solas win Public Sector Organisation of the Year Award sponsored by publicjobs at the National Diversity & Inclusion Awards 2025</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="publicjobs_sponsor_Public_Sector_Organisation_of_the_Year_NDIA_Winner_SOLAS"></p><p>Solas win Public Sector Organisation of the Year Award sponsored by publicjobs at the National Diversity & Inclusion Awards 2025</p>
publicjobs to sponsor Public Sector Organisation of the Year Award at the National Diversity & Inclusion Awards 2025 2024-12-05T10:31:23+00:002024-12-05T10:31:23+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/991-publicjobs-to-sponsor-public-sector-organisation-of-the-year-award-at-the-national-diversity-inclusion-awards-2026Dylan Malone<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="publicjobs employees pictured with award finalists "></p><p>Nominations for Public Sector Organisation of the Year at the National Diversity and Inclusion Awards announced.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="publicjobs employees pictured with award finalists "></p><p>Nominations for Public Sector Organisation of the Year at the National Diversity and Inclusion Awards announced.</p>
publicjobs publish Gender Pay Gap Reporting information for 20242024-12-05T10:31:23+00:002024-12-05T10:31:23+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/990-publicjobs-publish-gender-pay-gap-reporting-information-for-2024Dylan Malone<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="4 Employees together smiling in an office"></p><p>publicjobs is pleased to publish our gender pay gap reporting information for 2024. The Gender Pay Gap Information Act 2021 introduced the legislative basis for gender pay gap reporting in Ireland. Regulations under the Act came into operation on 31 May 2022. These required any organisation with 250+ employees to report on their gender pay gap in 2022, and in every subsequent year.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="4 Employees together smiling in an office"></p><p>publicjobs is pleased to publish our gender pay gap reporting information for 2024. The Gender Pay Gap Information Act 2021 introduced the legislative basis for gender pay gap reporting in Ireland. Regulations under the Act came into operation on 31 May 2022. These required any organisation with 250+ employees to report on their gender pay gap in 2022, and in every subsequent year.</p>
publicjobs launches new Talent Attraction campaign2024-09-24T14:35:38+00:002024-09-24T14:35:38+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/988-publicjobs-launches-new-talent-attraction-campaignDylan Malone<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="Group image talent attraction"></p><p>publicjobs has launched a new Talent Attraction campaign, ‘From Passion to Profession’, which aims to promote careers in the civil and public service, as well as roles publicjobs manages on behalf of our civil and public service clients.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="Group image talent attraction"></p><p>publicjobs has launched a new Talent Attraction campaign, ‘From Passion to Profession’, which aims to promote careers in the civil and public service, as well as roles publicjobs manages on behalf of our civil and public service clients.</p>
publicjobs 100 & refreshed brand launch2024-06-27T08:56:16+00:002024-06-27T08:56:16+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/981-publicjobs-100-refreshed-brand-launchPeter Meighan<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="link to article on publicjobs brand launch"></p><p>On Tuesday, 18th of June 2024 publicjobs was delighted to host a centenary event for our organisation as well as an official launch for our refreshed brand.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="link to article on publicjobs brand launch"></p><p>On Tuesday, 18th of June 2024 publicjobs was delighted to host a centenary event for our organisation as well as an official launch for our refreshed brand.</p>
National Traveller Education Achievement Awards 2024-06-04T09:38:55+00:002024-06-04T09:38:55+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/978-national-traveller-education-achievement-awardsSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/EDI/NationalTravellerEducationAwards.png" alt="link to artcle on national traveller awards" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>National Traveller Education Achievement Awards </p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/EDI/NationalTravellerEducationAwards.png" alt="link to artcle on national traveller awards" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>National Traveller Education Achievement Awards </p>
Better Public Service – Shaping the Workforce of the Future2024-06-04T08:56:16+00:002024-06-04T08:56:16+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/977-better-public-service-shaping-the-workforce-of-the-futureSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/EDI/PSWFconf.png" alt="link to article on shaping the workforce of the future" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>Better Public Service – Shaping the Workforce of the Future</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/EDI/PSWFconf.png" alt="link to article on shaping the workforce of the future" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>Better Public Service – Shaping the Workforce of the Future</p>
Over 6,300 Apply To Become A Garda - Approximately 2,300 applicants were aged between 35 and 492024-02-13T16:04:49+00:002024-02-13T16:04:49+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/944-over-6-300-apply-to-become-a-garda-approximately-2-300-applicants-were-aged-between-35-and-49Dylan Malone<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/garda1.png" alt="Garda holding helmet" width="366" height="352" loading="lazy"></p><p>Over 6,300 people have applied to be a Garda under the recent recruitment competition. The 2024 competition was the first following the Government's decision to increase the entry age limit to apply to become a Garda trainee from 35 years to 50.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/garda1.png" alt="Garda holding helmet" width="366" height="352" loading="lazy"></p><p>Over 6,300 people have applied to be a Garda under the recent recruitment competition. The 2024 competition was the first following the Government's decision to increase the entry age limit to apply to become a Garda trainee from 35 years to 50.</p>
Minister Donohoe announces expanded eligibility requirements to promote greater diversity in the Irish Civil Service2023-10-23T09:12:37+00:002023-10-23T09:12:37+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/906-minister-donohoe-announces-expanded-eligibility-requirements-to-promote-greater-diversity-in-the-irish-civil-serviceColette Keely<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/business1.png" alt="Greater Diversity Civil Service " width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>The Minister for Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform Paschal Donohoe TD has announced the expansion of the eligibility requirements to apply to civil service jobs. Potential candidates holding Stamp 4 visas will now be able to pursue civil servant roles in Government departments.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/business1.png" alt="Greater Diversity Civil Service " width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>The Minister for Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform Paschal Donohoe TD has announced the expansion of the eligibility requirements to apply to civil service jobs. Potential candidates holding Stamp 4 visas will now be able to pursue civil servant roles in Government departments.</p>
Public service making EDI progress but says this is just the start - Irish Times Special Report2023-10-13T14:23:54+00:002023-10-13T14:23:54+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/905-public-service-making-edi-progress-but-says-this-is-just-the-start-irish-times-special-reportDaniel Stafford<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/maire1.png" alt="Group of people sitting and clapping" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>The Civil Service gender balance is better at senior management level, with data seen as key to continued advances across the public sector.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/maire1.png" alt="Group of people sitting and clapping" width="732" height="704" loading="lazy"></p><p>The Civil Service gender balance is better at senior management level, with data seen as key to continued advances across the public sector.</p>
Official Launch of NUA26 Corporate Strategy2023-10-12T14:29:37+00:002023-10-12T14:29:37+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/903-official-launch-of-nua26-corporate-strategySuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/nua/NUA26_01.jpg" alt="Launch of Nua26 corporate strategy" width="1920" height="1080" loading="lazy"></p><p>Today marks the official launch of our corporate strategy for 2023 to 2026, NUA26. The strategy was launched by our Board Chairperson Tom Moran alongside our CEO Margaret McCabe.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/nua/NUA26_01.jpg" alt="Launch of Nua26 corporate strategy" width="1920" height="1080" loading="lazy"></p><p>Today marks the official launch of our corporate strategy for 2023 to 2026, NUA26. The strategy was launched by our Board Chairperson Tom Moran alongside our CEO Margaret McCabe.</p>
Public Service Apprenticeship Plan will see the number of apprenticeships double to 750 by 20252023-08-17T14:27:56+00:002023-08-17T14:27:56+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/887-public-service-apprenticeship-plan-will-see-the-number-of-apprenticeships-double-to-750-by-2025Daniel Stafford<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/Image001.jpg" alt="People sitting in a room" width="1920" height="1080" loading="lazy"></p><p>On Tuesday 15 August 2023, the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris TD and Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform Pascal Donohoe TD launched the Public Service Apprenticeship Plan 2022-2025.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/Image001.jpg" alt="People sitting in a room" width="1920" height="1080" loading="lazy"></p><p>On Tuesday 15 August 2023, the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris TD and Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform Pascal Donohoe TD launched the Public Service Apprenticeship Plan 2022-2025.</p>
Trainees from the Oireachtas Work Learning (OWL) Programme Graduate at Awards Ceremony in Leinster House2023-07-26T14:53:01+00:002023-07-26T14:53:01+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/885-trainees-from-the-oireachtas-work-learning-owl-programme-graduate-at-awards-ceremony-in-leinster-houseDaniel Stafford<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="OWL Programme Trainees Outside Leinster House"></p><p>Congratulations to the third group of trainees from the Oireachtas Work Learning (OWL) programme, who graduated on the 5th of July at an awards ceremony in Leinster House. We were delighted to be in attendance.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="OWL Programme Trainees Outside Leinster House"></p><p>Congratulations to the third group of trainees from the Oireachtas Work Learning (OWL) programme, who graduated on the 5th of July at an awards ceremony in Leinster House. We were delighted to be in attendance.</p>
Notice regarding scam WhatsApp messages targeting publicjobs2023-06-02T11:36:40+00:002023-06-02T11:36:40+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/869-notice-regarding-scam-whatsapp-messages-targeting-publicjobs-ieSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/phone.jpg" alt="Mobile in Hand" width="1920" height="1080" loading="lazy"></p><p>We have become aware of messages via WhatsApp purporting to be from publicjobs. We only communicate with you via your publicjobs message board, email or phonecall. We do not communicate with candidates via WhatsApp. These messages did not come from us and are a form of scam. Please do not click on any of the links in these messages. We have liaised with the Gardaí and the National Cyber Security Centre and advise that anyone who receives suspicious messages to <a href="https://faq.whatsapp.com/414631957536067?helpref=faq_content">report them to WhatsApp and block them</a>. If you are concerned by any communications you receive that appear to come from publicjobs please contact us directly via <a href="mailto:info@publicjobs.ie">info@publicjobs.ie</a>
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<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/phone.jpg" alt="Mobile in Hand" width="1920" height="1080" loading="lazy"></p><p>We have become aware of messages via WhatsApp purporting to be from publicjobs. We only communicate with you via your publicjobs message board, email or phonecall. We do not communicate with candidates via WhatsApp. These messages did not come from us and are a form of scam. Please do not click on any of the links in these messages. We have liaised with the Gardaí and the National Cyber Security Centre and advise that anyone who receives suspicious messages to <a href="https://faq.whatsapp.com/414631957536067?helpref=faq_content">report them to WhatsApp and block them</a>. If you are concerned by any communications you receive that appear to come from publicjobs please contact us directly via <a href="mailto:info@publicjobs.ie">info@publicjobs.ie</a>
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publicjobs at Africa Day 20232023-06-02T11:30:35+00:002023-06-02T11:30:35+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/868-publicjobs-ie-at-africa-day-2023Super User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/EDI/ediAfricaday.png" alt="Africa Day 2023" width="1848" height="984" loading="lazy"></p><p>We took part in the Africa Day celebrations at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham on Sunday, 21 May. It was an opportunity for us to share job opportunities and bring more African talent into the public service.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/EDI/ediAfricaday.png" alt="Africa Day 2023" width="1848" height="984" loading="lazy"></p><p>We took part in the Africa Day celebrations at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham on Sunday, 21 May. It was an opportunity for us to share job opportunities and bring more African talent into the public service.</p>
publicjobs hosts You Count: Building an Inclusive and Diverse Public Sector on Tuesday 14 March at Dublin Castle.2023-04-28T15:58:37+00:002023-04-28T15:58:37+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/857-publicjobs-ie-hosts-you-count-building-an-inclusive-and-diverse-public-sector-on-tuesday-14-march-at-dublin-castleSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/EDI/ediYouCount.png" alt="You Count Panel on stage" width="1848" height="984" loading="lazy"></p><p>publicjobs brought an array of local and international expertise to Dublin Castle to discuss how diversity and inclusion can help to shape the future of our ever-changing workplace.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/EDI/ediYouCount.png" alt="You Count Panel on stage" width="1848" height="984" loading="lazy"></p><p>publicjobs brought an array of local and international expertise to Dublin Castle to discuss how diversity and inclusion can help to shape the future of our ever-changing workplace.</p>
Our Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Siobhán McKenna wins the Diversity Champion Award 2023 at the CIPD Ireland HR Awards!2023-04-28T15:52:58+00:002023-04-28T15:52:58+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/854-our-head-of-equality-diversity-and-inclusion-siobhan-mckenna-wins-the-diversity-champion-award-2023-at-the-cipd-ireland-hr-awardsSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/EDI/ediCPDAwards.png" alt="Large group at CIPD Ireland HR Awards" width="1848" height="984" loading="lazy"></p><p>A big congratulations to our Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Siobhán McKenna who won the Diversity Champion Award 2023 at the CIPD Ireland HR Awards on Friday 24 February.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/EDI/ediCPDAwards.png" alt="Large group at CIPD Ireland HR Awards" width="1848" height="984" loading="lazy"></p><p>A big congratulations to our Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Siobhán McKenna who won the Diversity Champion Award 2023 at the CIPD Ireland HR Awards on Friday 24 February.</p>
Congratulations to our publicjobs graduates of the Professional Certificate in Resourcing & Recruitment2023-04-28T15:48:39+00:002023-04-28T15:48:39+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/852-congratulations-to-our-publicjobs-ie-graduates-of-the-professional-certificate-in-resourcing-recruitmentSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/Grad_Award_Group.jpg" alt="publicjobs.ie graduates" width="1920" height="1080" loading="lazy"></p><p>We would like to congratulate the first class of the Professional Certificate in Resourcing & Recruitment who were conferred at the Institute of Public Administration (IPA) Conferring Ceremony in Dublin Castle last week.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/Grad_Award_Group.jpg" alt="publicjobs.ie graduates" width="1920" height="1080" loading="lazy"></p><p>We would like to congratulate the first class of the Professional Certificate in Resourcing & Recruitment who were conferred at the Institute of Public Administration (IPA) Conferring Ceremony in Dublin Castle last week.</p>
Publicjobs was proud to sponsor the Public Sector Organisation of the Year category at the NDI Awards 2023, which was won by IDA Ireland2023-04-28T15:41:44+00:002023-04-28T15:41:44+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/850-publicjobs-ie-was-proud-to-sponsor-the-public-sector-organisation-of-the-year-category-at-the-ndi-awards-2023-which-was-won-by-ida-irelandSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/publicjobs_team_NDI2023_2.jpg" alt="Public Appointments Service staff with Brendan Courtney" width="1920" height="1080" loading="lazy"></p><p>At publicjobs, we were proud to sponsor the Public Sector Organisation of the Year Award in the inaugural National Diversity & Inclusion Awards on Thursday, 2nd February 2023 in Croke Park, Dublin.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/publicjobs_team_NDI2023_2.jpg" alt="Public Appointments Service staff with Brendan Courtney" width="1920" height="1080" loading="lazy"></p><p>At publicjobs, we were proud to sponsor the Public Sector Organisation of the Year Award in the inaugural National Diversity & Inclusion Awards on Thursday, 2nd February 2023 in Croke Park, Dublin.</p>
How Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies are reported and measured - Irish Times Special Report2022-12-22T17:52:14+00:002022-12-22T17:52:14+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/826-how-equality-diversity-and-inclusion-policies-are-reported-and-measured-irish-times-special-reportSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="Three colleagues in discussion"></p><p>We recently contributed to an <a href="https://www.irishtimes.com/special-reports/2022/10/26/how-edi-policies-are-reported-and-measured/">Irish Times Special Report </a>discussing how equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) policies are reported and measured. The article highlights that organisations should take a systemic approach to promote diversity and inclusion in ways that also support business.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie/" alt="Three colleagues in discussion"></p><p>We recently contributed to an <a href="https://www.irishtimes.com/special-reports/2022/10/26/how-edi-policies-are-reported-and-measured/">Irish Times Special Report </a>discussing how equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) policies are reported and measured. The article highlights that organisations should take a systemic approach to promote diversity and inclusion in ways that also support business.</p>
Publicjobs sponsor the National Traveller Education Achievement Awards 20222022-12-22T17:34:34+00:002022-12-22T17:34:34+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/825-publicjobs-ie-sponsor-the-national-traveller-education-achievement-awards-2022Super User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/travellerawards.png" alt="Link to national traveller education acheivement awards"></p><p>Exchange House Ireland National Travellers Service hosted the Annual National Education Achievement Awards for members of the Traveller community on 1<sup>st</sup> December 2022, with Senator Eileen Flynn as the guest of honour at this year’s event.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/travellerawards.png" alt="Link to national traveller education acheivement awards"></p><p>Exchange House Ireland National Travellers Service hosted the Annual National Education Achievement Awards for members of the Traveller community on 1<sup>st</sup> December 2022, with Senator Eileen Flynn as the guest of honour at this year’s event.</p>
Publicjobs publish gender pay gap reporting for 20222022-12-22T14:59:38+00:002022-12-22T14:59:38+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/824-public-appointments-service-publish-gender-pay-gap-reporting-for-2022Super User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/genderpaygapreport.png" alt="Gender pay gap report for 2022"></p><p>Publicjobs is pleased to publish our gender pay gap reporting information for 2022. The Gender Pay Gap Information Act 2021 introduced the legislative basis for gender pay gap reporting in Ireland. Regulations under the Act came into operation on 31 May 2022. These require any organisation with 250+ employees to report on their gender pay gap in 2022 with reference to a snapshot date in June 2022. </p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/genderpaygapreport.png" alt="Gender pay gap report for 2022"></p><p>Publicjobs is pleased to publish our gender pay gap reporting information for 2022. The Gender Pay Gap Information Act 2021 introduced the legislative basis for gender pay gap reporting in Ireland. Regulations under the Act came into operation on 31 May 2022. These require any organisation with 250+ employees to report on their gender pay gap in 2022 with reference to a snapshot date in June 2022. </p>
Publicjobs publish Gender Pay Gap Reporting information for 20232022-12-22T14:59:38+00:002022-12-22T14:59:38+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/916-public-appointments-service-publish-gender-pay-gap-reporting-for-2023Colette Keely<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/genderpaygapreport.png" alt="Gender pay gap reporting for 2022"></p><p>Publicjobs is pleased to publish our gender pay gap reporting information for 2023. The Gender Pay Gap Information Act 2021 introduced the legislative basis for gender pay gap reporting in Ireland. Regulations under the Act came into operation on 31 May 2022. These required any organisation with 250+ employees to report on their gender pay gap in 2022, and in every subsequent year. </p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/genderpaygapreport.png" alt="Gender pay gap reporting for 2022"></p><p>Publicjobs is pleased to publish our gender pay gap reporting information for 2023. The Gender Pay Gap Information Act 2021 introduced the legislative basis for gender pay gap reporting in Ireland. Regulations under the Act came into operation on 31 May 2022. These required any organisation with 250+ employees to report on their gender pay gap in 2022, and in every subsequent year. </p>
Dr Ebun Joseph joined publicjobs staff to discuss anti-racism in the workplace 2022-12-06T15:55:35+00:002022-12-06T15:55:35+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/818-dr-ubun-josephSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/DrubunJospehResize.png" alt="Dr Ebun Joseph"></p><p>October was Black History Month – a month that celebrates black history, culture and achievement. And while celebrating black history and culture, it is important to acknowledge that racism and discrimination are part of the global black and ethnic minority experience, and Ireland is no different.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/DrubunJospehResize.png" alt="Dr Ebun Joseph"></p><p>October was Black History Month – a month that celebrates black history, culture and achievement. And while celebrating black history and culture, it is important to acknowledge that racism and discrimination are part of the global black and ethnic minority experience, and Ireland is no different.</p>
Publicjobs to sponsor Public Sector Organisation of the Year Award in the National Diversity & Inclusion Awards2022-12-01T16:45:51+00:002022-12-01T16:45:51+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/817-publicjobs-ie-to-sponsor-public-sector-organisation-of-the-year-award-in-the-national-diversity-inclusion-awardsSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/NDIA_2023.jpg" alt="NDIA 2023"></p><p>At publicjobs, we are proud to sponsor the Public Sector Organisation of the Year Award in the inaugural National Diversity & Inclusion Awards on Thursday, 2nd February 2023 in Croke Park, Dublin.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/NDIA_2023.jpg" alt="NDIA 2023"></p><p>At publicjobs, we are proud to sponsor the Public Sector Organisation of the Year Award in the inaugural National Diversity & Inclusion Awards on Thursday, 2nd February 2023 in Croke Park, Dublin.</p>
Publicjobs Launch Medical Consultant Recruitment Hub in Partnership with HSE2022-11-30T11:22:03+00:002022-11-30T11:22:03+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/816-publicjobs-ie-launch-medical-consultant-recruitment-hub-in-partnership-with-hseSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/Medical_Consultants_thumbnail.png" alt=" Medical Consultant Recruitment Hub in Partnership with HSE"></p><p>Today, a dedicated online hub for medical consultant roles recruited by publicjobs has been launched in partnership with the HSE.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/Medical_Consultants_thumbnail.png" alt=" Medical Consultant Recruitment Hub in Partnership with HSE"></p><p>Today, a dedicated online hub for medical consultant roles recruited by publicjobs has been launched in partnership with the HSE.</p>
Publicjobs joins Transparency International’s Integrity at Work programme 2022-09-26T08:55:02+00:002022-09-26T08:55:02+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/767-publicjobs-ie-joins-transparency-international-s-integrity-at-work-programmeSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/Transparency_International_2.png" alt="Publicjobs joins Transparency International’s Integrity at Work programme "></p><p>At publicjobs, we are proud to have joined Transparency International’s Integrity at Work programme. The initiative helps foster workplaces where people are supported to raise concerns about wrongdoing and act with integrity. Integrity at Work is facilitated by the Irish chapter of Transparency International (TI) – the world’s leading independent anti-corruption organisation.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/Transparency_International_2.png" alt="Publicjobs joins Transparency International’s Integrity at Work programme "></p><p>At publicjobs, we are proud to have joined Transparency International’s Integrity at Work programme. The initiative helps foster workplaces where people are supported to raise concerns about wrongdoing and act with integrity. Integrity at Work is facilitated by the Irish chapter of Transparency International (TI) – the world’s leading independent anti-corruption organisation.</p>
During EU Diversity Month, meet Roisin, Head of People & Culture at publicjobs2022-05-27T08:26:09+00:002022-05-27T08:26:09+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/739-during-eu-diversity-month-meet-roisin-head-of-people-culture-at-publicjobs-ieSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/G0165_Publicjobs_Meet_Testimonials_Roisin_1920x1080_resize.jpg" alt="Roisin"></p><p>EU Diversity Month is about raising awareness about the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and across our societies. It is about the representation and visibility of different groups, where diverse perspectives are valued and integrated into the work environment.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/G0165_Publicjobs_Meet_Testimonials_Roisin_1920x1080_resize.jpg" alt="Roisin"></p><p>EU Diversity Month is about raising awareness about the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and across our societies. It is about the representation and visibility of different groups, where diverse perspectives are valued and integrated into the work environment.</p>
Recruiting for diversity in the Civil Service – Irish Times Special Report 2021-11-10T09:27:39+00:002021-11-10T09:27:39+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/684-recruiting-for-diversity-in-the-civil-service-irish-times-special-reportSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/EDampI_Article_copy_7.png" alt="Recruiting for diversity in the Civil Service – Irish Times Special Report "></p><p>We recently contributed to an Irish Times Special Report which highlighted how infrastructure, assistive technology and flexible hours facilitate those with disabilities. Siobhan McKenna, our Head of ED&I at publicjobs, provided her expertise and knowledge on inclusive recruitment and best practice in ED&I.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/EDampI_Article_copy_7.png" alt="Recruiting for diversity in the Civil Service – Irish Times Special Report "></p><p>We recently contributed to an Irish Times Special Report which highlighted how infrastructure, assistive technology and flexible hours facilitate those with disabilities. Siobhan McKenna, our Head of ED&I at publicjobs, provided her expertise and knowledge on inclusive recruitment and best practice in ED&I.</p>
Women in Leadership - Michelle Noone, Head of Senior & Executive Recruitment2021-03-08T17:46:27+00:002021-03-08T17:46:27+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/639-women-in-leadership-michelle-noone-head-of-senior-executive-recruitmentSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Michelle_website_IWD.png" alt="Image of woman, Michelle Noone, Head of Senior and Executive Recruitment, against a purple background"></p><p>On International Women's Day, we celebrate the achievements of women and highlight the importance of equality in leadership to create positive and productive work environments. We caught up with some of our successful women in leadership roles at publicjobs who share their personal experiences in their careers and offer advice and inspiration to others to help them build fulfilling careers.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Michelle_website_IWD.png" alt="Image of woman, Michelle Noone, Head of Senior and Executive Recruitment, against a purple background"></p><p>On International Women's Day, we celebrate the achievements of women and highlight the importance of equality in leadership to create positive and productive work environments. We caught up with some of our successful women in leadership roles at publicjobs who share their personal experiences in their careers and offer advice and inspiration to others to help them build fulfilling careers.</p>
Women in Leadership - Siobhán McKenna, Head of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion2021-03-08T17:33:13+00:002021-03-08T17:33:13+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/637-women-in-leadership-siobhan-mckenna-head-of-equality-diversity-inclusionSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Siobhan_website_IWD.png" alt="Image of woman, Siobhán McKenna, Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, against purple background "></p><p>On International Women's Day, we celebrate the achievements of women and highlight the importance of equality in leadership to create positive and productive work environments. We caught up with some of our successful women in leadership roles at publicjobs who share their personal experiences in their careers and offer advice and inspiration to others to help them build fulfilling careers.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Siobhan_website_IWD.png" alt="Image of woman, Siobhán McKenna, Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, against purple background "></p><p>On International Women's Day, we celebrate the achievements of women and highlight the importance of equality in leadership to create positive and productive work environments. We caught up with some of our successful women in leadership roles at publicjobs who share their personal experiences in their careers and offer advice and inspiration to others to help them build fulfilling careers.</p>
Mistakes to Avoid in your Video Interview2020-06-10T12:31:10+00:002020-06-10T12:31:10+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/588-mistakes-to-avoid-in-your-video-interviewSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Cover_Photo_Video_Article.jpg" alt="Video by Interview"></p><p>Video calls have become a big part of our everyday lives, so it’s easy to become complacent when your next video call is an interview for that job you have always wanted. Don’t stress though as we are here to help!
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<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Cover_Photo_Video_Article.jpg" alt="Video by Interview"></p><p>Video calls have become a big part of our everyday lives, so it’s easy to become complacent when your next video call is an interview for that job you have always wanted. Don’t stress though as we are here to help!
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Top Tips to help you prepare for a Video Interview2020-04-14T08:00:41+00:002020-04-14T08:00:41+00:00http://www.publicjobs.ie/en/information-hub/latest-news-and-events/582-top-tips-to-help-you-prepare-for-a-video-interviewSuper User<p><img src="http://www.publicjobs.ie//images/news_and_events/Video_tips_article.png" alt="Video Tips Image"></p><p>
In this current climate, technology is leading the way in not only how we work, but in landing that next job! For a number of years publicjobs have been examining and using a range of new and leading edge technologies to support different parts of our recruitment process. Some of these have included different types of ‘video based’ interviews, which can be conducted using your phone, a tablet or your laptop / PC.
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In this current climate, technology is leading the way in not only how we work, but in landing that next job! For a number of years publicjobs have been examining and using a range of new and leading edge technologies to support different parts of our recruitment process. Some of these have included different types of ‘video based’ interviews, which can be conducted using your phone, a tablet or your laptop / PC.
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