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Department: IT Services Vacancy ID: 040024 Closing Date: 15-Mar-2026 Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. Maynooth University wishes to appoint an IT Analyst on a full‑time, permanent basis at Administrative Officer II grade. The post will report to the Business Systems Manager within the Enterprise Solutions area of IT Services and will form part of the Information Systems Team. The IT Analyst will act as a technical lead responsible for maintaining the quality, enhancement, and continuity of support for the University’s critical Human Resources and Financial business systems. Working within the Information Systems Team and alongside other specialist roles across IT Services, the post‑holder will support core business processes and contribute to the continuous development and improvement of associated services. Salary: Administrative Officer II: €46,418– €65,806 p.a. (9 points) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Sunday, the 15th of March 2026 Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted. Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer The position is subject to the Statutes of the University

Rose Bruford College — a world-leading conservatoire and specialist creative institution — is recruiting a Head of Production and Technical Arts to lead the next chapter of innovation in backstage, technical, and production training. This is a forward-looking appointment. We seek a leader who can honour our craft traditions while driving bold new directions across digital production, sustainability, automation, hybrid performance, and immersive technologies. You will lead curriculum development, oversee high-profile public productions, manage resources and budgets, and build strong partnerships across theatre, film, TV, live events, gaming, and emerging creative sectors. Aligned to the College’s Strategic Plan Adventure and Be Bold (2024–27), you will play a central role in shaping future creative industries, not just responding to them. Reflecting that specialist creative education is a crucible for new ideas, not a skills pipeline, this role demands imagination, expertise, and ambition. We are looking for candidates who can: Lead innovative, future‑focused curriculum design Oversee the delivery of stage, screen, and hybrid productions Drive sustainable production practices Manage budgets, resources, and technical infrastructure Build industry partnerships and pathways Lead and inspire high‑performing teams ROLE PURPOSE: To provide senior academic, creative, and operational leadership across Production and Technical Arts, leading both curriculum innovation and the delivery of all public-facing productions. The role is equal parts: Strategic academic leadership Creative production direction Innovation and digital futures leadership Sustainability champion Budget and resource strategist People and culture builder Consistently contribute to creating positive outcomes for students by participating in initiatives and support that enhance the student experience, with measurable impact on students’ satisfaction and success as evidence by feedback and performance metrics. This is not a maintenance role; it is a future-defining role. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Academic Leadership & Future-Focused Curriculum Innovation Lead forward-looking curriculum design and delivery in backstage, technical, and production disciplines. Embed emerging technologies such as virtual production, automation, immersive digital environments, and sustainable production methods. Ensure students are equipped not only for today’s jobs but to shape the new roles and futures of the sector Uphold sector-leading academic quality through progressive, practice‑based learning environments. Creative & Technical Leadership of Productions Oversee all College productions across stage, screen, digital and hybrid platforms. Drive innovation in production design, delivery, and creative workflows. Ensure productions embody the College’s commitment to diversity, experimentation, and artistic excellence. Champion safe, inclusive, and cutting-edge technical environments. Sustainability Leadership Lead sustainability strategy across production and technical operations, in line with the Strategic Plan’s environmental pillar. Implement low‑carbon, circular, and ethically responsible production practices. Educate students and staff in sustainable approaches to design, materials, and technical operation. Financial & Resource Management Lead multi-stream budget planning and resource allocation with strong financial acumen. Oversee procurement, technical infrastructure planning, and renewal cycles. Identify and develop income-generating or cost-saving initiatives aligned with the College mission. Industry Engagement & External Partnerships Build partnerships across theatre, film, TV, live events, gaming, and immersive technology. Develop student pathways into professional practice and emerging creative sectors. Represent the College at ABTT, industry forums, and sector networks. People Leadership Lead and inspire Production and Technical Arts staff teams. Foster a supportive, collaborative, innovative culture grounded in the College’s values. Promote equity, diversity, and inclusive practice in all operations.

Salary: £35,608 - £37,694 per annum Contractual hours: 37 Basis: Full Time Package: Full details can be found here - https://www.ucb.ac.uk/about-us/work-for-us/rewards-and-benefits/ Job category/type: Higher Education Job reference: REQ000493 Attachments: attachmentEmployability Tutor HE - JDPS - Feb 26.pdf Hired provides careers, employability and placement services to our students. We currently have a vacancy for an Employability Tutor supporting both placement provision for established and new HE courses and building employability and career management skills to deliver positive graduate outcomes. You will need to develop strong links with UCB Schools and Departments regarding the service, as well as engage directly with employers to source and develop partnership and placement opportunities. The successful candidate will have knowledge of supporting students, either into placements/work experience, or have recent industry experience relevant to early years education or the health and social care sector. You will have excellent communication and organisation skills, the ability to work with a diverse range of clients, and proficiency in administration and the use of IT. To be successful in this application, you will possess a minimum level 3 qualification. Flexibility and a willingness to conduct placement visits off-site as required are essential. Standard Information UCB is an equal opportunities employer. University College Birmingham is proud to be TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating UCB has achieved the Investors in Diversity Bronze Award. You may need to obtain permission to work in the UK if you don’t already have the unrestricted right to work in any role. There are various types of visa which include the right to work. You can check if you need a UK visa using the Government’s online tool and find information about UK visa routes and the eligibility criteria that must be met for each route Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). All staff are required to prove their right to work in the UK before they start work. All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to commencement. All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.