Executive Assistant supporting Director of Research & Policy Insights
Job Title
Executive Assistant supporting Director of Research & Policy Insights
Salary
€53,071 pa (other arrangements may apply if you are currently a serving civil or public servant)
Tenure
5-year fixed term contract
Work Location
SEAI's Dublin Head Office
Closing Date
Midnight, Monday 23rd November 2026
Role Profile
We have an exciting opportunity for an Executive Assistant role to provide a comprehensive range of support services to the Director of Research & Policy Insights, this directorate and coordination of a number of key cross-organisational projects and committees. The Executive Assistant will work with key stakeholders at a senior level internally, externally, and internationally at all levels.
Director of Research & Policy Insights
The Research & Policy Insights Directorate is an exciting, dynamic, and fast paced team, focusing on performing and supporting research and analysis to inform delivery and policymaking for the energy transition, and the delivery of support services to a range of stakeholders on their energy transition including the Sustainable Energy Communities.
The role will also focus on the coordination of cross-organisational committees, development and delivery of management and reporting processes within the Directorate that supports cross-Directorate collaboration and assists the Director in ensuring programme deliverables as outlined in the annual business plans are achieved.
This role will involve presenting and representing at events on behalf of SEAI and may require ad hoc / regular nationwide travel /site visits.
Essential Requirements
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:
The SEAI has a legal obligation to ensure that all employees are lawfully entitled to work in Ireland. To qualify, candidates must hold a valid visa on the date of application and where applicable to support a candidate's application, candidates must submit a valid work permit/visa confirming permission to work in Ireland when requested. Failure to submit the required evidence, and failure to hold a valid permit/visa during the period of the contract, will result in the application and/or contract of employment being rendered void. Note in respect of UK citizens: Information regarding the Common Travel Area is available here.
Executive Assistant supporting Director of Research & Policy Insights
Salary
€53,071 pa (other arrangements may apply if you are currently a serving civil or public servant)
Tenure
5-year fixed term contract
Work Location
SEAI's Dublin Head Office
Closing Date
Midnight, Monday 23rd November 2026
Role Profile
We have an exciting opportunity for an Executive Assistant role to provide a comprehensive range of support services to the Director of Research & Policy Insights, this directorate and coordination of a number of key cross-organisational projects and committees. The Executive Assistant will work with key stakeholders at a senior level internally, externally, and internationally at all levels.
Director of Research & Policy Insights
The Research & Policy Insights Directorate is an exciting, dynamic, and fast paced team, focusing on performing and supporting research and analysis to inform delivery and policymaking for the energy transition, and the delivery of support services to a range of stakeholders on their energy transition including the Sustainable Energy Communities.
The role will also focus on the coordination of cross-organisational committees, development and delivery of management and reporting processes within the Directorate that supports cross-Directorate collaboration and assists the Director in ensuring programme deliverables as outlined in the annual business plans are achieved.
This role will involve presenting and representing at events on behalf of SEAI and may require ad hoc / regular nationwide travel /site visits.
Essential Requirements
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:
- A Level 8 qualification on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) (e.g., Honours Degree or higher) or equivalent in Business, Marketing, Public Policy, Social Science, or a related discipline, alongside a minimum of 3 years' directly relevant experience providing Executive Assistant support at the C-suite level (or equivalent).
- A Level 7 qualification on the NFQ (e.g., Ordinary Degree) or equivalent in Business, Marketing, Public Policy, Social Science, or a related discipline, alongside a minimum of 5 years' directly relevant experience providing Executive Assistant support at the C-suite level (or equivalent).
- Technical Proficiency: Highly developed IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and SharePoint), with a proven ability to leverage these tools to optimise team performance and communications.
- Experience in stakeholder, committee and working group support, co-ordination and administration.
- Experience in handling sensitive and confidential information with a high level of integrity and professional discretion.
- Strong experience in complex diary management and coordinating large-scale team gatherings, events and meetings.
- Experience of driving and supporting initiatives that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.
- Experience in coordinating and supporting the delivery of strategic implementation plans.
- Experience of report writing and presenting.
- Experience of working in a fast-paced environment, subject to high degree of flexibility and adaptability.
- A passion for sustainability and climate action.
- A knowledge or experience in application of the Public Sector Equality and Human Rights Duty.
- Experience in international collaboration.
- A flexible approach to problem solving and decision-making, with an ability to be proactive.
- A broad knowledge of the Irish Public Sector and relevant policy areas.
- Proficiency in the Irish Language.
- Experience or knowledge of delivering positive customer experiences.
The SEAI has a legal obligation to ensure that all employees are lawfully entitled to work in Ireland. To qualify, candidates must hold a valid visa on the date of application and where applicable to support a candidate's application, candidates must submit a valid work permit/visa confirming permission to work in Ireland when requested. Failure to submit the required evidence, and failure to hold a valid permit/visa during the period of the contract, will result in the application and/or contract of employment being rendered void. Note in respect of UK citizens: Information regarding the Common Travel Area is available here.