Posted 17 June, 2026
Executive Assistant to the Chief Operations Officer
Childrens Health Ireland
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 1363680945
Executive Assistant to the Chief Operations Officer
Purpose of the Role:
The Grade V Executive Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support and contribute to the effective and efficient operation of the Chief Operations Officer.
This role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with discretion and professionalism.
The post holder will support diary management, meeting logistics, documentation, and correspondence, ensuring the Chief Operations Officer schedule runs smoothly.
Essential Criteria:
• A minimum of 3 years' administrative experience in a busy office environment.
• A minimum of 1 years' current experience in a healthcare, public sector, or similar regulated environment, working in a senior administration role.
OR
• A minimum of 1 years' current experience in a PA/EA role supporting an Executive/Board member.
Desirable Criteria:
• Hold a comparable and relevant third level qualification of at least level 6 on the National Qualifications Framework maintained by Qualifications and Quality Ireland, (QQI) in administration, business, or related field.
• Knowledge of administrative processes within the Irish health service (e.g., HSE, Department of Health).
• Experience supporting senior leaders or executives.
How to Apply and Informal Enquiries:
* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV's will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.
The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is Monday 29th June 2026 at 11.45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobsby clicking 'Apply for Job'.
Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.
For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Director of Operations, Catriona McDonald [email protected]
For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist - [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE:
CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.
So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date, you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date.
It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.
Below, you'll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 for your information.
• 7thSeptember
• 5thOctober
• 2ndNovember
• 7th December
Purpose of the Role:
The Grade V Executive Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support and contribute to the effective and efficient operation of the Chief Operations Officer.
This role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with discretion and professionalism.
The post holder will support diary management, meeting logistics, documentation, and correspondence, ensuring the Chief Operations Officer schedule runs smoothly.
Essential Criteria:
• A minimum of 3 years' administrative experience in a busy office environment.
• A minimum of 1 years' current experience in a healthcare, public sector, or similar regulated environment, working in a senior administration role.
OR
• A minimum of 1 years' current experience in a PA/EA role supporting an Executive/Board member.
Desirable Criteria:
• Hold a comparable and relevant third level qualification of at least level 6 on the National Qualifications Framework maintained by Qualifications and Quality Ireland, (QQI) in administration, business, or related field.
• Knowledge of administrative processes within the Irish health service (e.g., HSE, Department of Health).
• Experience supporting senior leaders or executives.
How to Apply and Informal Enquiries:
* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV's will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.
The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is Monday 29th June 2026 at 11.45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobsby clicking 'Apply for Job'.
Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.
For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Director of Operations, Catriona McDonald [email protected]
For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist - [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE:
CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.
So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date, you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date.
It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.
Below, you'll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 for your information.
• 7thSeptember
• 5thOctober
• 2ndNovember
• 7th December
