Clerical Administrator – Public Sector

About the role

This 20‑month fixed‑term position supports a large public‑sector organisation in Dublin City Centre. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative assistance, handle purchase orders, manage travel arrangements and maintain filing systems while working closely with finance and operations teams.

Key responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the department.
• Raise purchase orders, receipt invoices and track budget expenditures.
• Draft, format and proof correspondence, reports and presentations.
• Organise onsite meetings, book rooms, arrange catering and manage visitor access.
• Coordinate travel and accommodation bookings for staff.
• Maintain both electronic and hard‑copy filing systems.
• Undertake ad‑hoc duties as required.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a clerical or administrative role, preferably supporting accounts and budget tracking.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to interact at multiple organisational levels.
• Highly organised with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Proactive, positive attitude and a collaborative team player.

Required skills

• Experience raising purchase orders and processing invoices.
• Ability to manage travel and accommodation arrangements.
• Competence in maintaining electronic and physical filing systems.