Graduate Opportunities 2026 Administrative Officer Specialist
- Salary
- Not stated
- Contract
- Full time
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 13 Oct 2026
About the Role
The Administrative Officer (AO) is the main graduate recruitment grade for the Civil Service and provides successful candidates with the opportunity to progress to middle management. As an AO, you would have a crucial role in policy and strategy formulation across the spectrum of economic, financial, international, environmental and social issues. Those appointed will have the opportunity to effect real change in the Civil Service and help shape a changing Ireland. You will also have the opportunity to gain a deep understanding of the development and implementation of government policy over a period of time.
As the business, economic and social environment becomes more complex and demanding, there is an increasing need to ensure that a wider range of skills is available within Government Departments and Offices. publicjobs is looking for people with the potential to take on high level responsibilities in the management of public services and the analysis of public policy issues, and who possess particular qualifications, skills and capability in the following areas:
- Energy, Environment and Climate
- Finance Policy
- Health Policy Analyst
- Human Resources
Please see the Candidate Information Booklet for details of the main duties and specific eligibility requirements for each specialist role.
Details
Location: Dublin
Closing date: 13 Oct 2026
Recruitment for this role is managed by publicjobs.
How to Apply
Apply through publicjobs.
Frequently asked
- What are the main duties of the Administrative Officer Specialist role?
- The main duties of the Administrative Officer Specialist role are detailed in the Candidate Information Booklet.
- What qualifications and skills are required for this role?
- The role requires qualifications, skills, and capability in areas such as Energy, Environment and Climate, Finance Policy, Health Policy Analyst, and Human Resources.
- Where is the role located?
- The role is located in Dublin.
- How do I apply for this role?
- Apply through publicjobs.