Director Of Safeguarding, Advocacy And Rights

APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION:

Director of Safeguarding, Advocacy and Rights

National Remit with location options of Limerick, Roscrea or Dublin

Permanent Full-Time Contract

(35 Hours Per Week)

Salary:€85,747- 106,660* (LSI) (August 2025 HSE PayScale)

*Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience*

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Avista is a person-centered, rights-based organisation dedicated to improving the lives of people with disabilities and complex support needs. We provide a wide range of support to children and adults including Day, Residential and Respite services in various locations across Dublin, Meath, Limerick, Tipperary and Offaly.

We are seeking a Director of Safeguarding, Advocacy and Rights to join the Executive Management Team.

The successful candidate will be an innovative, inspiring leader. They will have comprehensive knowledge in safeguarding practices, systems and structures that reflect empowerment through partnership, advocacy and a human rights-based approach to service provision.

As part of the Executive Management Team, the Director of Safeguarding, Advocacy and Rights will lead and direct the ongoing strategic development and management of person-centered supports that promote active citizenship and inclusion, reflective of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) and the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 (ADMCA).

Essential Criteria.

· Minimum Qualification of a QQI Level 8 in relevant field (Social Sciences, Nursing and Allied Health, Human Rights).

· In depth knowledge and experience of Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults, Children’s First and Trust in Care polices.

· Knowledge/understanding of national policies, standards and regulations that impact on the Disability Sector.

· Proven experience of implementing a Rights Based Approach in the provision of care and support

· Experience at senior level in developing and implementing policy, leading change, managing teams.

· In depth knowledge of the UNCRPD and the ADMCA 2015 and how they are relevant to Avista

· Experience of the development of policies, procedures and guidelines specific to Safeguarding, Advocacy and Rights

· Knowledge and experience of issues regarding the barriers to inclusion and participation for disabled people

· Full driver’s license and access to vehicle.

Desirable

· Masters in relevant field.

Why work with us?

· Be part of a values-driven organisation making a real difference in people’s lives.

· Work with a supportive leadership team committed to continuous improvement and learning.

· Opportunities for professional development and influence at a national level.

Benefits

· Excellent Career Progression Opportunities.

· Supportive and innovative working environment.

· Comprehensive Pension Scheme.

· Generous annual leave entitlement.

Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at:

https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/

Informal enquiries to Lorraine Macken, CEO

Email: lorraine.macken@avistaclg.ie

Closing date for receipt of applications 14thNovember 2025

Interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing 24thNovember 2025

A panel may be formed for future full-time Director of Safeguarding, Advocacy and Rights vacancies.

Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received.

Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests.

Avista is an equal opportunities employer.