The Alzheimer Society of Ireland works across the country in the heart of local communities providing dementia specific services and supports and advocating for the rights and needs of all people living with dementia and their carers.

Our vision is an Ireland where no one goes through dementia alone and where policies and services respond appropriately to the person with dementia and their carers, at the times they need support.

A national non-profit organization, The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is person centred, rights-based and grassroots led with the voice of the person with dementia and their carer at its core.

We are recruiting an Administration Officer to be based in our Eastern Centre of Operations in The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, Eastern Centre of Operations, Unit 5, Omni Park Centre, Building 125 Santry, Dublin 9 who will report to the Operations Manager. This post will be 1 year fixed term. Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Administration Officer is responsible for leading and enhancing all aspects of the administration processes across the Operations Area by maximizing administration efficiency to allow operations staff to provide the best quality of service to clients living with dementia and their families.

To be successful in this role you will need experience of Microsoft Office Packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Previous experience in a busy office environment and financial experience is essential. You will have experience in ECDL – European Computer Driving Licence or equivalent.

You will need good excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills. Excellent accuracy and attention to detail. Be conscientious and have a proactive approach to work. Have the ability to understand and respect the need for confidentiality. Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.

Salary will be up to €25,000 pa dependent on relevant experience.

If you are interested in applying for this post, please submit a full and up-to-date CV and covering letter explaining why you feel you could undertake this role and send it to the Operations Manager, Donal Murphy, The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, Eastern Centre of Operations, Unit 5, Omni Park Centre, Building 125 Santry, Dublin 9. donal.murphy@alzheimer.ie

A detailed job description is available by contacting Operations Coordinator, Mary Bardin

Queries about the role may be directed to mbardin@alzheimer.ie