Local Government Jobs Ireland Hiring For Senior Economic Development Officer at Kildare, County Kildare Full Time

Professional and Technical

Senior Economic Development Officer

€55,847 per annum – €72,602 per annum maximum

Advertised Date: 10 Oct 2023

Annual Salary

Kildare

Permanent and Contract

Closing Date: 26 Oct 2023, 04:00 PM

Job Summary

It is desirable that each Candidate should, on the latest date for receipt of completed applications have:

A recognised third level qualification (level 7 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in a business or equivalent discipline;

A minimum of 5 years relevant post graduate experience in development; this may include development experience in Local Government or equivalent;

An ability to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the principles of Economic Development generally, and, specifically, the role of Local Government in advancing Economic Development;

An ability to demonstrate an understanding of the challenges and opportunities (International, National and Local) facing businesses in Kildare;

Satisfactory experience of developing and maintaining effective partnerships and of engaging and influencing various stakeholders;

Satisfactory experience in managing projects;

An understanding of the roles and duties of managers in safety management in the workplace;

Excellent communication, interpersonal and reporting skills;

Excellent team building skills and demonstrated leadership skills, including experience in supervising staff.

Applicants should at the date of appointment hold a full valid Irish /EU licence, for Class B vehicles, or a licence acceptable to NDLS for transfer to full Irish licence

Contact Details

Human Resources

Devoy Park

Naas

County Kildare

W91 X77F

045980740

[email protected]