Governance and Compliance Officer

The NCRI National Cancer Registry Ireland (NCRI) is undertaking a competition to identify suitable candidates for appointment to the position of: Role Title: Governance and Compliance Officer Permanent Role Grade: Clerical Grade V Location: Head Office, Airport Business Park, Cork. Blended Working: Minimum 2 day a week in Head Office Cork and the remainder of the week spent working from home or as business need dictate. Further information can be found in the NCRI Blended Working Policy. Salary Scale: €50,202, €51,704, €53,235, €54,801, €56,375, €58,211, €60,052. Please note that all new entrants to the public service will start at point 1 of the Salary Scale. Closing date: Monday 5pm, 24th February 2025. About the National Cancer Registry of Ireland The NCRI is a publicly appointed body established in 1991 to collect and classify information on all cancer cases which occur in Ireland. ( Our activities include: Collecting information on all new cases in Ireland Monitoring trends and outcomes in different cancer types Promoting the use of information, we collect in research and in the planning and management of services. The NCRIs mission is to capture data and communicate information on cancer patients to support the improvement of cancer outcomes in Ireland. An overview of the NCRIs objectives and activities may be found in NCRI Strategic Plan 2024 2026. ( [Links Not Allowed]). Role Purpose: The post holder is responsible for maintaining integrity, accountability and effectiveness within the NCRI while ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. Behavioural Expectations The incumbent of this role is expected to demonstrate NCRIs values and behaviours in in the delivery of everyday work and interactions with stakeholders and colleagues. Respect We treat everyone with dignity of respect. Trust We honour our commitments. Collaboration We work collaboratively with all our stakeholders. Quality We are committed to continuous quality improvement. Enthusiasm We are passionate about and take great pride in our work. Confidentiality We treat all our patient information with the highest level of data security. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Board and Senior Management Team: Provision of administrative support to the Board, its committees, and the Senior Management Team, including but not limited to record keeping, meeting management, meeting minutes, compliance and governance. Governance Framework: Ensure the NCRI meets the highest standards required under The Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies. Initiate key policies or projects in relation to the continuous development of the Governance Framework, which includes, but is not limited to, the risk management framework, policy framework, policy development, internal audit, internal control framework and legislative / compliance requirements. Risk Management: Provide support for the Corporate Operations Manager / Chief Risk Officer in maintaining the Corporate Risk Register and ensuring all department Risk Registers have an appropriate risk management protocol in place, are kept up-to-date and reviewed appropriately and regularly. Audit support: Provide support for internal and external audits, facilitating audit meetings, recording audit outcomes and managing the Audit Register. Development of action plans in response to internal audit recommendations / reports. Ethics: Oversee the administration of Ethics Acts including management of Annual Ethics declarations, working with the Company Secretary to review and record any potential conflicts of interest. Customer Charter: Development, implementation, promotion and support of NCRI Customer Charter. Support to Director: Provide administrative and PA support to the Director, including record keeping, meeting management and meeting minutes. Training: Organise & provide training to staff and Board and Committee Members to ensure awareness, clarity of roles and responsibilities and development of appropriate competencies as needed to develop and implement a robust corporate governance framework in NCRI. Internal Control: In conjunction with the Corporate Operations Manager, co-ordinate the annual review of Internal Controls, report to SMT and Board/committees as appropriate, to support the Annual Financial Statements. Policies: Develop and implement policies and procedures relevant to the area and lead the development and embedding of a culture of corporate governance throughout NCRI. Qualifications that are essential for this Role: Degree qualification (a minimum of level 7) or equivalent in one of the following: -Business, Law, Governance, Compliance, Risk Management, Audit, Finance or Law. OR demonstratable extensive experience in a public sector body and evidence of professional development in corporate governance, with a strong understanding of how it translates to a public sector organisation. Knowledge and Experience that is essential for this role: Has a strong knowledge of good governance and board management and its application within the Public Sector, including but not limited of relevant laws, regulations, and standards At least two years experience in business administration function, corporate governance or similar. Proven history/experience in embedding within an organisation best practice in Governance. Experience in organising meetings and taking accurate, concise minutes in formal and informal meetings. Advanced experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.) and Adobe products. The knowledge and experience that is desirable for this role: Familiarity with governance and compliance tools or software Competency in Irish Experience managing relationships with multiple managers, ensuring clear communication and alignment of priorities across the departments Personal Qualities: The post holder must be able to demonstrate the following personal qualities: Analytical and Administrative Skills: Excellent analytical and administrative skills; able to demonstrate compliance with the required standards and ensure sufficient controls and checks are in place. Decision Making: Exercises good judgement, makes well informed decisions in a timely manner; consults with others as appropriate before implementing decisions. Planning and Organising: Experience of developing accurate paper and electronic record systems, capable of information retrieval, analysis, and dissemination to relevant parties. Excellent attention to detail. Experience of working to multiple deadlines Promotes co-operation and commitment within a team to maintain progress and achieve goals and deliverables. Monitoring and follow-up: Proactively tracks and follows up with colleagues to ensure timely completion of governance, compliance, and risk-related tasks Communication and interpersonal skills: Serve as a central point of contact between teams ensuring transparency and effective communication across all levels both internally and externally. For more information on the role please see the attached Candidate Information Booklet and Job Description Skills: Compliance Oversight Governance Public Sector Risk Management audit