The Administrative Officer Industrial Relations Committee (AOIRC) was founded with Fórsa to represent the interests of administrative officer (AOs) and AO equivalents from across the Civil Service. In particular it helps to play a part in the union and pay negotiations with DPER.

Here’s a quick guide to some of the most important things to know about your first year in the Civil Service.

Fórsa is a democratic organisation. Each year, branches hold an annual general meeting (AGM). At the AGM any member may bring forward a ‘motion’ – which is in essence a policy suggestion or a call for a specific action.

There are two types of mobility move. This short explainer provides useful information on the mobility scheme and how it operates.