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This temporary webpage is intended to act as a noticeboard to keep Department of Defence staff updated with information and resources relevant to their work and personal and professional development and wellbeing.
If you cannot access any documents on this page please contact pagemaster@defence.ie
If you have any HR queries please email the HR mailbox hrb@defence.ie
This mailbox will be monitored daily.
The latest information on how Ireland is responding to cases of COVID-19 is available on the government's central information page.
The Health and Safety Authority has FAQ's on their website which may be of interest to staff.
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This guidance note contains information, tips and suggestions on Health and Wellbeing initiatives that you may find useful in the current circumstances.
Health & Well-being While Working at Home
Useful guide to help support your health & well-being while working from home - 5 May 2020.
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The purpose of the guidelines below is to support the health and wellbeing of all employees; to ensure that good practice is followed by all employees when working from home and to support the regular and effective delivery of the services of the Department. It is recognised that the guidelines are not exhaustive and as such they will be subject to review on a regular basis, and will be updated as we move through the current working arrangements.
Employee Guide - Working from Home
A guide with practical considerations for employees while working from home.
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Working from Home - Role of the People Manager
A guide for people managers while working from home.
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The 2020 Civil Service Employee Engagement Survey will take place between 14 and 25 September 2020. Learning & Development will issue information on the upcoming survey over the coming weeks.
Message from Secretary General regarding 2020 CSEES
Message from Secretary General regarding 2020 Civil Service Employee Engagement Survey
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Your questions answered: 2020 Civil Service Employee Engagement Survey
2020 Civil Service Employee Engagement Survey FAQs
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CSEES Information Slides
Information slides on the upcoming Civil Service Employee Engagement Survey including a message from Secretary General McCrum.
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Civil Service Employee Engagement Survey - Now Live!
Email from Learning & Development regarding the Civil Service Employee Engagement Survey.
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HR is now accepting applications under the Refund/Advance of Fees Scheme for the 2020/2021 academic year. The 2020 Office Notice and relevant forms are below.
2020/21 Refund of Fees - Email to Staff
Email to Department of Defence staff on 2020/21 Refund of Fees application
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2020/21 Refund of Fees - Office Notice
2020/21 Office Notice relating to Refund of Fees
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2020/21 Refund of Fees - Application Form Updated
2020/21 Refund of Fees - Application Form
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2020/21 Refund of Fees - Form of Undertaking
2020/21 Refund of Fees Form of Undertaking
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Refund of Fees - Circular 23-07 from Dept of Finance
Refund of Fees - Circular 23-07 from Dept of Finance
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A variety of e-Learning modules to support staff working from home are outlined below.
Data Protection: Please make yourself aware of the privacy notice/policy for all providers.
Updated eLearning Resources from OneLearning - 12 May 2020
Updated eLearning Resources from OneLearning - 12 May 2020
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Optima Training Online Courses April 2020
Online training courses from Optima Training available for Dept. of Defence Staff.
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Legal Island Online Training Courses - Updated September 2020
Online training courses from Legal Island available for Dept. of Defence staff - updated September 2020.
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SPS Articles of Interest - April 2020
Useful articles and links for SPS Members.
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Developing Your Competencies - Online Training Resources
Grade specific training resources for developing your competencies.
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KWETB Online Skills Hub - 14 May 2020
Information on online training courses available from Kildare and Wicklow Education & Training Board.
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Microsoft Outlook - Training Guide
Training Guide for Microsoft Outlook 2016 for Dept. of Defence Staff
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Microsoft Excel - Training Guide
Training Guide for Microsoft Excel 2016 for Dept. of Defence Staff.
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Microsoft Word - Training Guide
Training Guide for Microsoft Word 2016 for Dept. of Defence staff.
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The Civil Service Employee Assistance Service (CSEAS) remains available at this time. Latest information can be found on the CSEAS website.
The attached documents contains a range of resources that may be of use at this time.
Workplace Wellbeing - a message from CSEAS
Message from CSEAS regarding Workplace Wellbeing - May 2020
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PSCU Poster
Details on "Helping Hand" loan available from PSCU.
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Effective Communication from CSEAS
Article on effective communication from the CSEAS - 21 May 2020
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Key Points on Resilience
Tips on remaining resilient in the current climate.
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CSEAS Tips for a Healthier Lifestyle
Civil Service Employee Assistance Service - Tips for a Healthier Lifestyle
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The Latest FAQ's from Civil Service HR can be found at the link below.
The Latest Update from the NSSO is available at the link below.
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