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2019 AO Competition announced

The_Conductor

Publicjobs had hinted at this a few weeks ago- but they have quietly let it out the door without a fanfare:

https://www.publicjobs.ie/en/?option=com_jobsearch&view=jobdetails&cid=108217&campaignId=19206106

Very tight closing date of the 7th of October!!!!

Best of good luck to everyone.

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thechaseison

Hi all,

Well done to all who have been placed so far. I'm still waiting to be called for an interview but would like to be as prepared as possible when/if the time comes.

Just wondering how many pages is the document for the presentation? Is there a particular structure needed for the briefing note?

Does anyone have any links to practice documents online?

Thanks for any help in advance

Conqueror

dmm82 wrote: »

Hi apologies if this is a little off topic but does anyone know how often the competitions for AO/ EO usually come around? I will complete my level 8 degree in 2021 and would love to get back into the Public Service then if possible.

AO competitions were run in 2014 and 2016, and then every year since 2017. There is no certainty that an annual competition will continue to be the norm, but it makes sense to look to recruit from the latest batch of graduates.

EO competitions were held in 2014 and 2016 for the whole country, then in 2018 for Dublin only and 2019 for the rest of the country. If this pattern repeats, a competition for Dublin will open later this year and for the rest of the country in 2021. It's worth pointing out that you don't need a degree to be an EO and panels last for two years so, if you want to enter the Dublin-only competition this year, you might still complete your degree before you get a job offer.

Conqueror

Jenor0050 wrote: »

Does no government mean a stall on recruitment?

Not necessarily. Departments will still be working on new policies and the monitoring of existing ones.

dmm82

Hi apologies if this is a little off topic but does anyone know how often the competitions for AO/ EO usually come around? I will complete my level 8 degree in 2021 and would love to get back into the Public Service then if possible.

DetteDublin

Got a placement in department of children and Youth Affairs. General stream, late teens. Does anyone know what that department is like please. No start date yet

MiggyB

Annemc123 wrote: »

Business and Finance stream has called up to 19 on the OOM so far!

Have 19 been placed or only gone through clearance

ForEsme

HR stream have been called up to 5 on OOM so no movement since early Dec.

Annemc123

Business and Finance stream has called up to 19 on the OOM so far!

redgoose1996

Robbusquets wrote: »

I got called for Business and Finance yesterday morning! Low teens.

What number were you in the order of merit ?

Robbusquets

I got called for Business and Finance yesterday morning! Low teens.

Matpat93

Annemc123 wrote: »

Thanks for the update Mat! Just wondering what stream you are in?

I was in the general stream

Annemc123

Thanks for the update Mat! Just wondering what stream you are in?

Matpat93

I have just been called for clearance. No. 31 in the order of merit! Best of luck to everyone with an interview in February

TheKeno

Kiwi_knock wrote: »

Interview is similar enough to the EO, you have three interviewers and it is very much competency based. It is a bit longer time wise (around 45 mins) so they go a bit deeper into your competencies but no surprise questions or trying to catch you out.

The presentation seems daunting but I found the experience quite enjoyable as there is really no wrong option or choice. I presume the presentation will be the same format with reading a number of different documents which concern different sides of an argument, and you chose a course of action based on the documents. For presenting to the examiners I think it is important to note that with the time limits that they know it won't be a perfect analysis but they are looking for you to show that you have considered the different arguments and can support your choice. You can't do any preparation for it before the day so just try to relax going into and focus on analysing the documents. When you know your arguments the presentation isn't scary as you have the notes and have the information at hand.

Best of luck with it

I couldn't have put it any better than this myself. Fair play. Stick to answering the competencies with decent answers that hit the target.

The presentation is straightforward. Read the information. Pick an option and argue your reasons for your choice. Stick to your guns even if they try and pick holes in your choice in the room. Show them you can weigh up the information, make an informed decision and argue your corner.

Best of luck!

Kiwi_knock

Goldenkt wrote: »

Hi All,

Have my interview in February, was just wondering does anyone have any insight into what it will be like and what questions they may ask?

Is it similar enough to the EO interview?

And.. the presentation... is it as daunting as it sounds?

Thanks

Interview is similar enough to the EO, you have three interviewers and it is very much competency based. It is a bit longer time wise (around 45 mins) so they go a bit deeper into your competencies but no surprise questions or trying to catch you out.

The presentation seems daunting but I found the experience quite enjoyable as there is really no wrong option or choice. I presume the presentation will be the same format with reading a number of different documents which concern different sides of an argument, and you chose a course of action based on the documents. For presenting to the examiners I think it is important to note that with the time limits that they know it won't be a perfect analysis but they are looking for you to show that you have considered the different arguments and can support your choice. You can't do any preparation for it before the day so just try to relax going into and focus on analysing the documents. When you know your arguments the presentation isn't scary as you have the notes and have the information at hand.

Best of luck with it

Goldenkt

Hi All,

Have my interview in February, was just wondering does anyone have any insight into what it will be like and what questions they may ask?

Is it similar enough to the EO interview?

And.. the presentation... is it as daunting as it sounds?

Thanks

Jenor0050

Does no government mean a stall on recruitment?

MrsBean

Hi all, just an update that the next batch of interviews for general stream are taking place early February. Just got an email with my interview slot today.

elmo1984

Hey guys,

In low twenties, general, and got a call for garda clearance and reference checks today.

ForEsme

Hi, I rang PAS on 01 8587400 in the past and got through no problem.

Jenor0050

DetteDublin wrote: »

I phoned PAS today and was informed the general panel is at no. 17 for clearance.

Great to hear... What is the telephone number you use for PAS?

Thanks

DetteDublin

I phoned PAS today and was informed the general panel is at no. 17 for clearance.

Jules1997

Jenor0050 wrote: »

Any update on the general panel? Seems to be moving slowly..

New update! Second batch of interviews will be held in February.

Jenor0050

Any update on the general panel? Seems to be moving slowly..

mac1ntosh

I called PAS for an update today - in relation to the Business & Finance stream they’ve placed up to 13 so far!

Annie_Ant

Just to update. I was low teens OOM in the business AO stream, and I have gone through clearance and been assigned to a specific department with a confirmed start date in early Spring. I believe a lot of the AOsin this stream typically go to dept finance, but I've been assigned to another department

Bec123

Has anyone been offered a position from this competition yet and can I ask which stream & what order of merit you were if so? Even a rough idea?

irishlad13

Hi Guys,
Maybe someone might be in the know. I applied for the AO Revenue 2019 position. However, my Degree is an Honours Business Degree. I did accounting modules but didn't specialise in this. I now work as an accountant in a small practice and currently sitting my CAP 2's after passing all CAP 1's so I do have a couple of years experience working in accountancy. I'm also on a training contract. This job would really interest me but :

1. Would my degree be deemed suitable for Audit & Compliance role, if anyone has any experience with this.

2. Anyone have any experience breaking a training contract to change job.

mac1ntosh

AmcBan wrote: »

Hi all, does anyone know what departments are likely to be offered on the business and finance panel.
I accepted an offer but there was no mention of where ....

I think it can be any Department! No specific ones were mentioned. Can I ask what OOM you are? Thanks!

AmcBan

Hi all, does anyone know what departments are likely to be offered on the business and finance panel.
I accepted an offer but there was no mention of where ....