Job Overview
The Health Service Executive (HSE) is seeking applications for the position of Grade VII Business Support in Dublin. This is a permanent wholetime opportunity within a national public health setting, offering a key leadership role in supporting operational, financial, and project-based functions.
This confined competition is open to candidates who are permanently appointed in the same grade within the HSE. The successful candidate will play a critical role in delivering high-quality administrative and financial support across multiple stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide senior-level administrative support within a busy office environment.
- Support the delivery of strategic and operational projects across public health services.
- Prepare, analyse, and report on financial data in line with internal financial control systems.
- Ensure compliance with best practice financial processes and governance requirements.
- Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to support service delivery.
- Utilise SAP, IFMS, or equivalent financial management systems effectively.
- Assist in performance reporting, documentation preparation, and data management.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Must be permanently appointed at Grade VII level within the HSE (confined competition requirement).
- Significant administrative experience in a fast-paced office environment.
- Demonstrated experience supporting project delivery and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong experience preparing, analysing, and manipulating financial data.
- Proven experience using SAP, IFMS, or an equivalent financial system.
- Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
- Salary aligned with the HSE Grade VII salary scale in accordance with February 2026 consolidated pay scales.
- Permanent Wholetime contract.
- Public sector pension scheme.
- Annual leave and public holiday entitlements in line with HSE policies.
- Access to professional development and training opportunities.
Location & Employer Information
This Grade VII Business Support Dublin role is based in County Dublin within a national public health service environment.
The Health Service Executive (HSE) is Ireland’s publicly funded healthcare provider, delivering health and social care services nationwide. This role forms part of a national recruitment process supporting public health operations.
Application Details
This is a confined competition for Grade to Grade appointments. Candidates must be permanently appointed in the same grade within the HSE to be eligible.
To apply, please send your completed application form to:
Email: publichealth.MRU@hse.ie
Reference: PHGRADEVII
Category: Management/Admin/ICT
Proposed Interview Date: Week commencing 6 April 2026 (to be confirmed)
Informal Enquiries:
Niamh Kelly
General Manager, National Public Health
Email: Niamh.Kelly4@hse.ie
Phone: 086 028 1619
Supporting documentation includes the Job Specification, Additional Campaign Information, and amended Application Form.
Last Day to Apply: 27 March 2026, 5:00 PM

