Job Overview
The Office of Nursing and Midwifery Service Director is seeking a highly skilled Workforce Planning Data Analyst to support the Safe Nurse Staffing and Skill Mix Framework. This role plays a critical part in analysing workforce data to inform national healthcare planning and improve patient outcomes. Based in Dr. Steevens Hospital, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making at a national level.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyse workforce and staffing data to support national nursing and midwifery planning
- Contribute to the development and implementation of safe nurse staffing frameworks
- Provide data insights to inform policy, service planning, and resource allocation
- Prepare detailed reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior stakeholders
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across national services and schemes
- Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with governance standards
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within workforce planning
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Relevant third-level qualification in data analytics, health informatics, or related field
- Experience in data analysis, reporting, and workforce planning
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in data tools and software (e.g., Excel, BI tools, databases)
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Understanding of healthcare systems or workforce planning is desirable
- Ability to work independently and as part of a national team
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary is aligned with the Grade VII pay scale: €60,613 – €78,795 (including Long Service Increments). Final placement on the scale will depend on experience and qualifications.
Flexible contract options available including Permanent Whole-time, Permanent Part-time, Specified Purpose Whole-time, and Specified Purpose Part-time roles.
Benefits include public sector pension scheme, annual leave entitlement, and opportunities for professional development within national healthcare services.
Location & Employer Information
This role is based in the Office of Nursing and Midwifery Service Director (ONMSD), located at Dr. Steevens Hospital, Steevens Lane, Dublin 8. The position operates within national services and schemes, supporting workforce planning across Ireland’s healthcare system.
Application Details
To apply, submit your completed application form via email only to:
Email: [email protected]
Subject Line: NRS15269 Grade VII, Safe Nurse Staffing & Skill Mix Framework/Workforce Planning Data Analyst
Email applications will receive an acknowledgment within 2 working days. If you do not receive confirmation within 5 working days, please contact [email protected] to verify receipt.
For informal enquiries, contact Sinead Lardner at [email protected] for further information or to arrange a site visit.
Last Day to Apply: 28 April 2026 at 12:00 PM
