Job Description
The Medical Council is looking to recruit a Professional Competence Manager.This role will work within the Professional Competence and Research Directorate
The Medical Council is looking to recruit a Professional Competence Manager (Senior Executive Officer Grade). This role will work within the Medical Council's Professional Competence and Research Directorate and reports to the Head of Professional Competence on all matters pertaining to the duties associated with the establishment and management of:
1. Implementation of the Maintenance of Professional Competence programme and
2. Continuing Professional Development Accreditation programme
The Professional Competence and Research Directorate leads the implementation of the Medical Council strategy to enable Council to satisfy itself that doctors are maintaining their professional competence; deliver a performance assessment model that support doctors with identified performance issues; and to deliver research (data and evidence) to support Council in it achieving its vision. The Directorate has secretariat responsibilities for the Ethics and Registration and Continuing Practice Committees.
The Medical Council will be undergoing an Organisational Design programme in 2023. This will have significant impact on the future structure of the organisation.
Key responsibilities will include:
1. Management of Maintenance of the Professional Competence programme
3. Facilitate the implementation of a new Maintenance of Professional Competence (MPC) Framework
4. Monitor the operation of Professional Competence Schemes (PCS) under Arrangement with the Medical Council to ensure alignment with the new Maintenance of Professional Competence Framework
5. Implement strategies to achieve MPC compliance; enrolment and CPD compliance
6. Prepare communications relating to PCS and MPC including reports, briefs
7. Consult with and engage a variety of relevant stakeholders on all matters relating to maintenance of competence and other projects
8. Draft programme and policy papers and present at committee and Council meetings
9. Provide evidence at Fitness to Practice inquiries
2. Management of CPD accreditation programme
10. Facilitate the establishment of a CPD accreditation framework
11. Collaborate with external stakeholders to design a governance framework for CPD accreditation
12. Assess CPD accreditation applications
13. Prepare and present documentation regarding accreditation decisions in committee and Council meetings
3. Operational duties
14. Manage the workload and performance of two executive officers, offering training, guidance, and support in their work
15. Support and assist the preparation and production of the Directorate's annual business plan and budget
16. Participate in continuous improvement projects within the Directorate and the Medical Council
17. Process Freedom of Information and Data Protection requests received by the Directorate in line with FOI and Data Protection legislation.
18. Assist the Medical Council in carrying out its regulatory function in compliance with best practice and legislative requirements
19. Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
Essential Criteria
20. Minimum of 2 years' experience managing multiple projects
21. At least 1 year of policy development experience
22. Relevant third level qualifications or equivalent
Desirable Criteria
23. Minimum 2 years + experience in a similar stakeholder interface role within a regulator, professional body or similar organisation.
24. A good knowledge of the Medical Practitioners Act 2007 in addition to the Medical Council's remit and functions.
25. Presentation and training skills
Essential characteristics:
26. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proven ability to be clear, comprehensive, and concise in communications including reports, minutes, and publications, and in situations which require persuasion and influence
27. Highly organised self-starter with an ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities within tight timeframes and contribute to high quality services
28. Excellent analytical (quantitative and qualitative) and problem-solving skills, with forensic attention to detail
29. Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders
30. Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable with change
31. Ability to work independently, to demonstrate initiative, and work and as part of a team
32. Excellent administrative skills including proficient use of Microsoft Office and other software packages
33. Experience working with confidential information and maintain confidentiality
Details of this Appointment:
Position Type: This appointment will be offered on a full-time permanent basis. A 6-Month probationary period applies to this appointment.
Salary: Starting salary will be at €53,955 which is the first point of the Senior Executive Officer PayScale.
If you are currently a serving civil or public servant, your entry point to the PayScale may be higher based on your current salary.
There will be salary increment each year in line with the Senior Executive Officer Grade PayScale and subject to satisfactory performance, until the maximum point on the scale has been reached. The rate of remuneration will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy.
Senior Executive Officer PayScale
€53,955 (starting) - €55,532 - €57,106 - €58,680 - €60,259 - €61,831 - €63,407
€65,682¹ (LS1 After 3 years satisfactory service at the maximum)
€67,951² (LS2 After 6 years satisfactory service at the maximum)
Annual Leave: 29 working days plus public holidays
Hours: 35 hours per week, Mon-Fri.
Location: While The Medical Council's offices are located at Kingram House, Kingram Place, Dublin 2, they are temporarily re-located to Europa House, Harcourt St, Dublin 2. We operate a hybrid working model with both remote working and requirement to work one day per week in the office.
Pension: The Medical Council offers a pension through the Public Sector Scheme. Contributions to the scheme will commence on joining the organisation. Candidates currently working in the Public or Civil Service may transfer their pension.
Rewards/ Benefits:
Dedicated Wellbeing Group and Wellbeing Initiatives, Employee Assistance Programme, Digital Gym and Wellbeing App, Training and Development, Financial Support for Further Education, Public Service Sick Leave Scheme, TaxSaver Travel Tickets, Bike to Work Scheme, Subsidised Flu Jabs, Paid Exam Leave & Study Leave, Income Continuance Scheme, Team Building and Away Days, Civil Service Credit Union, Annual Salary Increment.
?Apply by: 13th April
Expected Interview Date: Week of 27th April
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