Executive Assistant

Applications are therefore, invited for a maternity leave (specified purpose contract) as an Executive Assistant within the Examinations, Assessment & Conferring function. Among the chief responsibilities, the appointee will support the accurate and agile management of the processes and documentation surrounding university exams, conferring ceremonies, and the administration of supports to students. The person appointed must be a team player and have the ability to communicate confidently and effectively. They will work as part of a team in a deadline driven office, to support the delivery of key assessment-related services to students and staff.

Executive Assistant (2026) Salary Scale: €32,855 – €49,419 p.a. (13 points)

Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions.

Closing Date:

23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Sunday, 18th October 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