publicjobs were in attendance at the gradireland Graduate Careers Fair held in the RDS Simmonscourt on 8 October 2025. The annual fair is the largest careers event of its kind in Ireland, exhibiting a multitude of Ireland’s leading employers and postgraduate providers.
We were on hand to discuss the benefits of a career in the public and civil service, and amongst lots of enquiries about roles available, how to apply, we also had a lot of interest in the Graduate Opportunities Administrative Officer General 2025 competition. This competition is now open for application, with a closing date of 3 November 2025.
This role is the main graduate recruitment grade for the Civil Service and provides successful candidates with the opportunity to progress to middle management. As an Administrative Officer, you would have a crucial role in policy and strategy formulation across the spectrum of economic, financial, international, environmental, and social issues. Those appointed will have the opportunity to effect real change in the Civil Service and help shape a changing Ireland. You will also have the opportunity to gain a deep understanding of the development and implementation of government policy over a period of time.