HSE South West is seeking applications for the position of Grade VI Section Officer Public Health in Cork. This permanent whole-time management and administration opportunity offers experienced healthcare administration professionals the chance to contribute to the delivery and coordination of public health services across the HSE South West region.
This Public Health administration role is ideal for candidates with strong organisational, operational, and stakeholder management experience who are looking to progress their healthcare management career within the HSE. The successful candidate will support service delivery, operational efficiency, and public health administration initiatives within a dynamic healthcare environment.
Job Overview
The Grade VI Section Officer Public Health role involves supporting operational and administrative functions within Public Health services in HSE South West. The successful candidate will work closely with management teams and healthcare professionals to ensure efficient service coordination, governance support, reporting, and operational administration.
This is an internal HSE recruitment campaign and is only open to employees of the HSE, TUSLA, Section 38 agencies, or statutory health agencies in line with WRC Agreement 161867.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the operational management of Public Health services across HSE South West.
- Coordinate administrative functions, reporting processes, and service documentation.
- Assist with governance, compliance, and service improvement initiatives.
- Liaise with multidisciplinary teams, management, and external stakeholders.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and operational updates for senior management.
- Monitor workflows, service performance indicators, and administrative systems.
- Ensure accurate record management and adherence to HSE policies and procedures.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of healthcare administration services.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Relevant administrative, management, or healthcare operational experience.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Experience working within healthcare, public sector, or complex organisational environments.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and teamwork skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and administrative systems.
- Eligibility to apply under HSE internal recruitment requirements.
Salary, Benefits and Working Hours
Salary is aligned with the Grade VI pay scale within the HSE. Competitive pay and public sector employment benefits apply, including annual leave entitlements, pension benefits, and opportunities for professional development and career progression.
This is a Permanent Wholetime position based within HSE South West.
Location and Employer Information
The role is based within HSE South West covering healthcare services across Cork and Kerry. HSE South West delivers a broad range of essential healthcare and public health services to communities throughout the region, supporting patient care, population health, and operational excellence.
Application Details
This recruitment campaign is managed by HSE South West: Kerry and Cork.
Informal Enquiries:
Liam Ryan, Business Manager, Public Health HSE South West
Email: Liam.ryan2@hse.ie
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Proposed Interview Information: Candidates will generally be given at least two weeks’ notice of an interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances.
Advertisement Type: Internal
Category: Management/Admin/ICT
Grade: Grade VI 0574
Last Day to Apply: 26 May 2026 at 12:00 PM
