Governance & Compliance Support Officer - Full Time

Job Outline

Location: Kingsriver locations

Contract: Full-Time permanent

Salary: HSE Grade V

Closing Date for applications: 20th February 2026

#Interview Date: 26th February 2026

The Role

We are recruiting a Governance & Compliance Support Officer to support the organisation’s governance, quality, and compliance functions. The role focuses on governance records, audit and HIQA preparedness, quality systems, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate records of Board and committee meetings, including minutes and action logs

• Maintain governance and compliance documentation and registers

• Support internal and external audits and track actions

• Assist with HIQA compliance and regulatory preparedness

• Maintain audit and quality data using systems such as VI Clarity

• Collate data, identify trends, and prepare reports for senior management

Essential Criteria

• Relevant third-level qualification or equivalent experience

• Experience of Board-level minute-taking and governance documentation

• Strong IT skills (Word, Excel)

• Excellent written communication and attention to detail

• Ability to handle confidential information professionally

Desirable

• Experience in a Section 39, healthcare, or regulated environment

• Knowledge of HIQA standards or audit processes

• Experience using VI Clarity or similar systems

Informal enquiries to:

Tom O’Neill- Senior Services Manager

toneill@kingsriver.ie