Posted 03 July, 2026
DCU Placement Administrative Support
Dublin City University
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 538140589
DCU Placement Administrative Support
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following position #003418 DCU Placement Administrative Support, 6-month Fixed Term Contract
Role Profile
The Placement Administrative Support professional will support the delivery of key activities across INTRA, and International Mobility. This role offers broad exposure to student engagement, employer relations, communications, and event coordination within a dynamic university environment. The role will report to the Director of Placement with a dotted line to the INTRA Manager and International Mobility Manager for the administration and implementation of the University's work placement programme "INTRA" (INtegrated TRAining) and International Mobility administration. The role will support the provision of the service to students, partners, academic tutors, employers, internal DCU colleagues, and external partners. The successful individual will be a motivated self-starter who will strive to enhance the DCU Placement student experience.
They will act as a first point of contact with students taking the INTRA module, international mobility students on year abroad, exchange and or Erasmus, staff undertaking mobility and will liaise with employers and external organisations.
They will be involved in scheduling of INTRA interviews with students which are conducted by external organisations, both on campus and externally, and in providing front line assistance to students and visiting employers. It is a key position within the team and of fundamental importance to the success of INTRA and International Mobility functions.
Please see the attached job description which includes details on the responsibilities associated with the role and the qualifications and experience required.
Salary Scale:
Professional 2 Salary Scale - €35, 832 - €43,100
Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy.
Closing Date: Wednesday, 8th July 2026.
Additional Information
Please note this role does not meet criteria for a Critical Skills permit as stipulated by the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment.
For more information please visit - DCU Placement
Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:
Ms. Paula Murray, Director of Placement, Office of the Vice President Academic Affairs, Dublin City University.
Email: [email protected]
Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below.
Application Procedure:
Please submit your application through the online system. In order to be considered for the role to which you are applying for, you must upload:
1) Curriculum Vitae
2) Cover Letter
3) Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy).
Please note, if all items are not uploaded, the application will be deemed incomplete, and will not be processed.
Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer.
In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 - 2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes. We will provide support and accommodations to ensure all candidates, including those with disabilities, can fully participate in the process.
The University's Athena Swan Silver Award signifies the University's commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps. Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment are available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs #LI-Hybrid
Contact Email : [email protected]
Contact No : +00353 1 700 5436
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following position #003418 DCU Placement Administrative Support, 6-month Fixed Term Contract
Role Profile
The Placement Administrative Support professional will support the delivery of key activities across INTRA, and International Mobility. This role offers broad exposure to student engagement, employer relations, communications, and event coordination within a dynamic university environment. The role will report to the Director of Placement with a dotted line to the INTRA Manager and International Mobility Manager for the administration and implementation of the University's work placement programme "INTRA" (INtegrated TRAining) and International Mobility administration. The role will support the provision of the service to students, partners, academic tutors, employers, internal DCU colleagues, and external partners. The successful individual will be a motivated self-starter who will strive to enhance the DCU Placement student experience.
They will act as a first point of contact with students taking the INTRA module, international mobility students on year abroad, exchange and or Erasmus, staff undertaking mobility and will liaise with employers and external organisations.
They will be involved in scheduling of INTRA interviews with students which are conducted by external organisations, both on campus and externally, and in providing front line assistance to students and visiting employers. It is a key position within the team and of fundamental importance to the success of INTRA and International Mobility functions.
Please see the attached job description which includes details on the responsibilities associated with the role and the qualifications and experience required.
Salary Scale:
Professional 2 Salary Scale - €35, 832 - €43,100
Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy.
Closing Date: Wednesday, 8th July 2026.
Additional Information
Please note this role does not meet criteria for a Critical Skills permit as stipulated by the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment.
For more information please visit - DCU Placement
Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:
Ms. Paula Murray, Director of Placement, Office of the Vice President Academic Affairs, Dublin City University.
Email: [email protected]
Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below.
Application Procedure:
Please submit your application through the online system. In order to be considered for the role to which you are applying for, you must upload:
1) Curriculum Vitae
2) Cover Letter
3) Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy).
Please note, if all items are not uploaded, the application will be deemed incomplete, and will not be processed.
Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer.
In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 - 2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes. We will provide support and accommodations to ensure all candidates, including those with disabilities, can fully participate in the process.
The University's Athena Swan Silver Award signifies the University's commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps. Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment are available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs #LI-Hybrid
Contact Email : [email protected]
Contact No : +00353 1 700 5436
