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Census Liaison Officer CSO

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    Central Statistics Office
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    Ref: #JOB-2442672
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    CENT STATISTICS OFF, UNIT 4, Swords Bus Campus, Swords, Co. Dublin, K67 D2X4
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    No of positions: 6
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    Paid Position
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    40 hours per week
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    59435.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 15 Apr 2026
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    Closing On: 06 May 2026

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The Central Statistics Office requires Census Liaison Officers (CLOs) who will be a link between the large field force and the central administration of the census operation and will have responsibility for a number of Regional Supervisors (CRS). The successful candidates must be available to take up a full-time position for approx. 9 months and have extensive experience in a managerial or executive position, preferably one which involved the organisation and supervision of substantial numbers of staff.  You must have, a current full driving licence, full-time use of a car and the requisite knowledge and ability to undertake the duties of the post.  The ideal applicant will have very good communication skills and experience in supervising or conducting household surveys, market research interviewing or practical social work.  Census Liaison Officers are usually based in the Central Statistics Office, Swords, Co Dublin. 

It should be noted that applications for the above positions can only be made online from 9am on 22nd April 2026.  The closing date for receipt of applications is 2pm on 6th May 2026, or when the total number of applications received reaches 1,200, whichever is the earlier. 	
	Only one application is required (even if applying for both CLO and CRS positions). 
	Shortlisting will apply and it is hoped that interviews will be held in June 2026.
	Early application is advised.
        There is no upper age restriction for applicants.

Applications can be made through: www.census.ie
For all Census Recruitment queries contact:
E-Mail: census2027recruitment@cso.ie
Phone: 1800 90 30 90
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Career Level

  • Managerial

Candidate Requirements

Essential Desirable

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