Reception Administrator
Contract: Full time, permanent, with six-month probation period.
Salary: €30k p.a.
Reporting to: Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Deputy CEO)
Location: Irish Writers Centre, 19 Parnell Square, Dublin 1, D01 E102. Please note the post-holder will need to be Dublin-based to carry out the duties of this position.
Irish Writers Centre
Founded in 1991, the Irish Writers Centre is Ireland’s leading resource and development organisation for writers. Our vision is to support the life of the writer as they illuminate our lives with their ideas and words. Our creative writing Academy delivers a year-round programme of 150+ creative writing courses, masterclasses and seminars, online and in person. In addition, we run a National Mentoring Programme and administer a range of development opportunities for writers including residencies, competitions and bursaries. We operate on an all-island basis and are a membership organisation and a registered charity.
Role summary
The Reception Administrator will ensure the daily smooth running of the Irish Writers Centre reception and front of house duties. It is a customer service role with responsibilities for reception duties, management of office spaces and administrative support. The Reception Administrator coordinates office and facilities management including ensuring all building supplies are monitored and replenished efficiently.
As a member of a small hard-working, team, the role is a key ambassadorial role for the Irish Writers Centre
Application Process
The application will comprise of:
- A cover letter which concisely outlines the key skills and qualities which you will bring to the role of Reception Administrator relating how your experience has prepared you for the key challenges of this role and how your skills and experience will enhance the IWC’s ambitions as the national flagship organisation for writers.
- A Curriculum Vitae, including the names and contact details of two referees (email and mobile number. Referees will only be contacted in the case of final shortlisted candidates.)
Applications, by email only, should be submitted to the attention of Teerth Chungh, Deputy CEO at management@irishwriterscentre.ie with Application for Reception Administrator in the subject line. It is essential that both of the above stated documents are collated into a single word or pdf attachment.
Irish Writers Centre is committed to ensuring that equality and diversity are at the heart of what we do and actively welcome applications from all sections of the community.
The Irish Writers Centre, is currently housed in 19 Parnell Square, Dublin 1 which is a Georgian building and is not suitable for those with mobility impairments.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is Sunday 6 July 2025.
Interviews
Interviews will be held in person at the Irish Writers Centre on Monday 21 and Tuesday 22 July. Applicants selected for interview will be expected to be available on these dates.
Further info, please see link to page on IWC website:
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