Policy Specialist (AO)

Role: Policy Specialist
Client: An Garda Síochána
Locations: Nationwide
Salary: Starting from: €40,268
Application: GetGot Application form only - https://staffline.getgotjobs.ie/

The An Garda Síochána, Policy and Governance Coordination Unit (PGCU) are looking to recruit suitably qualified and experienced professionals for policy development roles (Administrative Officer level).

The successful candidate will play a key role in the coordination, research, analysis, and development of policy and governance initiatives. They will contribute to improving organisational governance, identifying policy gaps, and ensuring policy alignment with legislative and ethical obligations, including anti-corruption frameworks, working with multiple stakeholders. PGCU wish to expand the capacity of the project manager team in the areas of policy research, writing and analysis, working closely with policy owners and policy writers to enhance a proactive approach to policy development.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Work on a day to day basis with managers and across the wider team to support the delivery of policy development projects.
• Pro-active collaboration and engagement with key stakeholders on a day to day basis to ensure alignment, and to manage expectations throughout delivery.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including the Department of Justice and oversight bodies.
• Conduct research and policy analysis to support the development and review of organisational policies.
• Draft and coordinate documents, reports and submissions to senior management.
• Support the implementation of governance frameworks, including monitoring compliance and risk management actions.
• Coordinate consultation processes across business areas to ensure consistent policy processes.
• Assist in identifying and addressing policy gaps that may present governance or corruption risks.
• Contribute to the preparation of briefing materials and reports for internal committees.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance policy quality, accessibility, and alignment with organisational goals.
• Escalate as appropriate to line managers and the senior management team on key policy issues and risks.
• Act as a point of contact for guidance and advice for Policy and Governance related matters.
• Keep up to date with latest developments and best practice in relevant areas of Policy and Governance, or within police services and other public bodies as part of ongoing professional development

Carry out such other duties and responsibilities as are assigned from time to time by the line manager or Assistant Commissioner, Governance and Accountability.

Essential Criteria:

• A qualification at minimum level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications (Honours Bachelor Degree level) in a related subject.
• Experience working in a policy development, analysis, research or project management/coordination role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to research and present required information clearly and concisely to a wide audience, both verbally and in written communications.
• High attention to detail, with an understanding of governance and accountability principles.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Team player who works well with others to achieve a common goal.

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CVs will not be accepted for this role. If you submit a CV or blank document, you will get an email with a link to complete the online application form.

Closing date for all completed online application forms is 3:00 PM, Friday, 14th November 2025.