Organisation Description:
The Marine Institute is the national agency responsible for marine research, technology, development and innovation (RTDI). The Marine Institute seeks to assess and realise the economic potential of Ireland’s 220-million-acre marine resource; promote the sustainable development of marine industry through strategic funding programmes and scientific services; and safeguard the marine environment through research and environmental monitoring. The Institute works in conjunction with the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine (DAFM) and a network of other Government Departments, semi-state agencies, national and international marine partners.
Summary of the Role:
The successful candidate will work within the PIRS Service Area as an Administrative Assistant supporting the OKEANO Manager, with primary responsibility to deliver the Marine Institute’s tasks and roles as a coordinator of the OKEANO CSA project which is funded by the European Commission. Reporting to the OKEANO Manager and the Director of PIRS, the Administrative Assistant will be responsible for communication with partners, internal and external stakeholders and the European Commission to deliver the project.
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Educational and Professional Requirements:
• A relevant qualification in business administration or science related discipline, and relevant experience.
• At least 18-months of relevant work experience in a busy administrative environment (ideally to include experience supporting projects and event organisation).
• Strong administration skills with good attention to detail.
• The ability to be organised and work to deadlines.
• The ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team.
• Effective numerical and literacy skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience in the use of relevant I.T. packages including web-based software, online meetings software, updating websites and producing publicity materials.
• Strong customer service skills.
• The ability to communicate in writing and verbally at all levels.
• Willingness to travel on a regular basis in Europe and internationally.
• The ability to obtain a visa to travel and work in all the countries in which participating partners are located.
• Demonstrated experience in the use of standard MS Office software packages to include the use of Excel, Word and PowerPoint to a high standard of expertise.
How to Apply:
A C.V. and letter of application, summarising experience and skill set applicable to the position should be emailed to recruitment@marine.ie or posted to Human Resources at the Marine Institute, Rinville, Oranmore, Galway. All correspondence for this post should quote reference PIRS/AA/OCEANO/AUG24
Closing date for Applications:
All applications for this post should be received by the Marine Institute in advance of 12 noon on the 27th of August 2024. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.
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Marine Institute is an equal opportunities employer