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Department of Health and Children

The role of the Department of Health & Children is to support the Government by:

  • Advising on the strategic development of the health system including policy and legislation
  • Supporting their statutory and international functions
  • Evaluating the performance of the health and social services
  • Working with others to enhance health and well-being.

Audit Committee Chairman (2005 to 2010)

The Charter and scope of the Audit Committee includes all best practice activities, and is in compliance with the requirements of the Mullarkey report.

The Committee monitors and advises on the Department’s Risk Management programme, oversees the work of the in-house Internal Audit function, and liaises with the C&AG audit team.  The Committee also carries out an annual assessment of its Charter and the effectiveness of its performance.

The Committee pays special attention to the productivity and impact of the Internal Audit unit, and the value it adds to the management of the Department.

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Commission For Aviation Regulation

The Commission for Aviation Regulation provides independent regulation of aspects of the aviation and travel trade sectors in Ireland.  The Commission regulates airport charges at Dublin Airport, aviation terminal services charges levied by the Irish Aviation Authority, discharges certain functions in relation to slot allocation, licenses Irish airlines, tour operators and travel agents, approves ground handlers and enforces certain air passenger rights under EU legislation.

Audit Committee Chairman (2005 to present)

The Charter and scope of the Audit Committee includes all best practice activities as required by the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies.

The Committee monitors compliance with the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies, oversees the Commission’s Risk Management strategy and the performance of the outsourced Internal Audit function, and liaises with the C&AG audit.

The Committee carries out an annual assessment of the appropriateness of its Charter and the effectiveness of its own performance, measured against the requirements of the Charter, the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies and best practice elsewhere.

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Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food is responsible for policy advice, development and regulation in all areas of Agriculture, Food, Fisheries, Forestry and the Rural Environment. The Department is also the paying agency for over €4 billion in national and EU-funded schemes in support of the agriculture sector.

External Quality Assessment of the Effectiveness of the Internal Audit Function (2009)

Independent external evaluation of the effectiveness of the Department’s Internal Audit function, under the requirements of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.  This project reported to the Audit Committee of the Department.

This also involved assessing compliance with the relevant recommendations of the Mullarkey report and with the Department of Finance Guidelines for Internal Audit.

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Science Foundation of Ireland

Science Foundation Ireland has responsibility to invest €1.4 billion in the implementation of the NDP 2007-2013.  SFI invests in academic researchers and research teams who are most likely to generate new knowledge, leading edge technologies and competitive enterprises in fields of Biotechnology, Energy and Information and Communications technology.

Enterprise Risk Management (2006 & 2010)

  • Support and assistance in devising, implementing and documenting the Enterprise Risk Management process, including:
    • Drawing up the Risk Management policy for SFI
    • Recommending the membership and business of the Risk Management Committee
    • Facilitating meetings of the Risk Management Committee

Internal Control Evaluation and Design (2006 – present)

  • Annual reviews of Internal Financial Control to support the Statement of Internal Financial Controls in the annual report:
    • Reporting to management and the Audit Committee with practical recommendations for change
    • Assessment and reporting on the efficiency of accounting processes and financial controls
  • Review of I.T. security
  • Follow-up reviews of the implementation of the prior reviews’ recommendations
  • Review of the multi-annual budgeting process

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National Digital Research Centre

The National Digital Research Centre is a State-financed not-for-profit research centre dedicated to deriving marketplace value from innovative digital technology research.

Enterprise Risk Management (2009)

  • Support and assistance in implementing and documenting the Enterprise Risk Management process

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Teagasc

Teagasc is the national body providing integrated research, advisory and training services to the agriculture and food industry and rural communities.  Teagasc employs over 1,500 staff in 100 locations throughout Ireland with an annual operating budget in excess of €150 million.

Advisor to the Audit Committee (2005 – 2008)

This role included:

  • Attendance at all Audit Committee meetings, advising the Committee as to its role and responsibilities
  • Independent assessment of the effectiveness of the Committee, measured against its Charter, the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies and best practice in the private sector
  • Advising on the terms of reference and scope of the Internal Audit function and the alignment of its scope with the principal business risks
  • Assistance in the development and implementation of the Enterprise Risk Management strategy

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Department of Foreign Affairs

The Department of Foreign Affairs advises the Government on all aspects of foreign policy and coordinates Ireland’s response to international developments.  It also provides advice and support on all issues relevant to the pursuit of peace, partnership and reconciliation in Northern Ireland, and between North and South of the island, and to deepening Ireland’s relationship with Britain.

Through its Irish Aid programme, the Department allocates overseas development assistance of over €650 million, representing some 0.5% of GNP.

Devising a Risk-Based Strategy for the Internal Audit Function (2010)

Drawing up a 3-Year Strategic Plan for the Department’s Internal Audit function, including the overseas Irish Aid operations.  This involved identification of an appropriate audit approach to all the issues of most significant risk to the Department, which in turn involved carrying out an assessment of the Department’s internal Risk Management process.

Internal Auditing (2011)

  • Outsourced Internal Audit review of the management of the Department’s overseas properties (i.e. acquisition and disposal, refurbishment and maintenance) in order to:
    • Ensure that internal control is adequate and adhered to and that value for money is obtained
    • Identify areas where greater efficiency can be achieved in terms of maintenance and management of official properties.

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Publicjobs.ie

The Public Appointments Service is the centralised provider of recruitment, assessment and selection services for the Civil Service in Ireland.  It also provides services to local authorities, health boards, the Garda Siochana and other public bodies.

Internal Auditing (2004 – 2006)

I provided outsourced Internal Audit services including:

  • Internal audit reviews of operational and financial internal controls, including:
    • Validity of general ledger maintenance and financial reporting
    • Accuracy and validity of payroll and supplier payments
    • Security and continuity of financial and operational I.T. systems
    • Operational reviews of recruitment competitions management and computer-based competency testing
  • Related reporting to management and the Audit Committee

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Commission For Public Service Appointments

The Commission for Public Sector Appointments is the independent body that regulates public service recruitment in Ireland and supports the principles of probity, merit, equity and fairness in recruitment and selection and in related services.

Enterprise Risk Management (2005)

  • Support and assistance in implementing and documenting the Enterprise Risk Management process

Internal Auditing, Internal Control Design (2005 -2006)

  • Internal Audit reviews of financial controls, accounting and reporting systems
  • Related reporting to management and the Audit Committee
  • Control design and accounting support, including:
    • Set up of accounting reconciliations, bank and control accounts
    • Preparation of the Appropriation Account for audit by the C&AG

Public Sector Financial Accounting (2007 – present)

  • Accounting support, including:
    • Set up of accounting reconciliations, bank and control accounts
    • Preparation of the Appropriation Account for audit by the C&AG

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Valuation Office

The Valuation Office is the property valuation agency of the Irish state.  The Office provides accurate, up-to-date valuations of commercial and industrial properties as laid down by statute. The Office also provides a valuation consultancy service to Government departments, local authorities and the Revenue Commissioners.

Internal Control Evaluation and Design (2006)

  • Review of internal financial control:
    • Reporting to management with practical recommendations for change
    • Assessment and reporting on the efficiency of accounting processes and financial controls

Public Sector Financial Accounting (2009 – present)

  • Accounting support, including:
    • Set up of accounting reconciliations, bank and control accounts
    • Preparation of the Appropriation Account for audit by the C&AG
    • Reengineering of reporting procedures and support to finance staff

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The Mental Health Commission

The Mental Health Commission is an independent statutory body  set up to promote high standards in the delivery of mental health services and ensure the interest of those involuntarily admitted to Approved Centres are protected.  The Commission operates the Inspectorate of Mental Health Services, which inspects Approved Centres and other premises to assess compliance with the Commission’s codes of practice.

Financial Budgeting and Management Reporting (2008)

  • Redesign of internal budgeting and financial reporting templates
  • Integration of operational KPIs into internal management reporting
  • Improvement of financial forecasting and projections of expenditure communicated to the sponsoring Department

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TG 4

Cainéal náisiúnta teilifíse is ea TG4; is é an clársceideal laethúil Gaeilge, sé uair an chloig sa ló, croí na seirbhíse.  Tá aitheantas náisiúnta agus gradaim agus duaiseanna náisiúnta agus idirnáisiúnta faighte ag cláracha TG4.  Admhaítear go bhfuil TG4 ar cheann de na cainéil teilifíse is éifeachtaí costas san Eoraip.  Soláthraíonn sé seirbhís ar fud an lae ó bhuiséad bliantúil os cionn €40 miliún.

Enterprise Risk Management (2007 – present)

  • Support and assistance in implementing, documenting and annually updating the Enterprise Risk Management process

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Railway Procurement Agency

RPA is a state agency responsible for ensuring the provision of light rail and Metro infrastructure and top quality passenger services.  RPA has delivered two Luas Lines, two line extensions are under construction and five more Luas Lines and two Metro Lines are being planned under the Government’s Transport 21 programme.

Enterprise Risk Management (2007)

  • Support and assistance in implementing and documenting the Enterprise Risk Management process

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the Teaching Council

The objective of the Teaching Council is to promote teaching as a profession at primary and post-primary levels and to promote the professional development of teachers.  The Council also regulates standards in the teaching profession.

Enterprise Risk Management (2008)

  • Support and assistance in implementing and documenting the Enterprise Risk Management process

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Dublin City Council

Dublin City Council is the democratic body governing Dublin City. It is the largest Local Authority in Ireland with a staff of over 6,000 providing a wide range of services for its citizens and businesses.

Corporate Governance (2006)

  • Presentation of seminars to the Audit Committee on the principles of Corporate Governance in the local authority sector

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National Standards Authority of Ireland

The National Standards Authority of Ireland is Ireland’s standards body.  Established under the National Standards Authority of Ireland Act, 1996, it supports enterprise, trade, consumers and government in the areas of Standards, Legal Metrology, Agrément, Certification and Scientific/Industrial Metrology.

Corporate Governance and Enterprise Risk Management (2005)

  • Support to the Audit Committee and management team regarding:
    • Responsibilities of the Audit Committee, its charter and terms of reference
    • Best practice in Enterprise Risk Management
    • Investment appraisal and procurement requirements of the Department of Finance

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