TheNational Disability Authority(NDA), is the independent statutory body that providesevidence informed advice and guidance to the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (DCEDIY) on policy and practice relating to persons with disabilities .
In practice, the NDA delivers on this role through advising officials in DCEDIY and in other Government Departments and key state agencies, as well as through direct advice to the Minister.
Our functions include:to act as a central national body to assist the Minister in the co-ordination and development of disability policy; to undertake, commission or collaborate in research projects and activities and to assist in the development of statistical information for the planning, delivery and monitoring of disability programmes and services; to advise the Minister on standards for disability programmes and services, to prepare codes of practice and to monitor the implementation of standards and codes in this regard; to monitor the employment of people with disabilities in the public sector;to promote, through theCentre of Excellence in Universal Design(CEUD),universal design of the built environment, products, services and information and communications technology, so that they can be accessed, understood and used by all persons regardless of their age, size, ability or disability.
The NDA is recruiting for the following position: Research Officer Higher Executive Officer (Standard), Permanent & Specific Purpose Full details of these positions are available on the NDA website via the Apply Now button.
To apply, complete the relevant application form and forward, together with a covering letter (max.
2 pages), outlining your suitability for the role.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 17th January 2025at 5 p.m. local time.
The National Disability Authority is an equal opportunities employer.
Applications would be particularly welcome from persons with disabilities.
Reasonable Accommodations can be provided.