Head Of Human Resources

The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland South East Region employ in excess of 900 staff providing services to over 600 adults and children with an intellectual disability across counties Waterford, South Tipperary, Kilkenny and Wexford.

The Head of Human Resources (post holder) will be responsible for the Human Resources Function of the BOCSI South East Region, the leadership of this function and the management of the staff members that comprise this function. The post holder will be responsible for the distribution and implementation of HR and related policies to ensure that the BOCSI South East Region complies with National BOCS Ireland Policies and procedures, all statutory employment and associated law, both National and European. He/she will be responsible for managing all HR related activities in the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland South East Region and will participate in and lead, as appropriate, organisational change programmes while continually striving to improve service delivery. The post holder must ensure value for money at all times.

The post holder will, in conjunction with the National Head of Human Resources and the HR Team, provide leadership and expertise in the area of performance management, succession planning, strategic resourcing and culture change.

The post holder should be flexible in their approach to service delivery and should have the ability to contribute positively towards the on-going development of effective teamwork.

The post holder is required to be familiar with and work entirely within Irish and EU law and their accompanying Regulations as they apply to the position and responsibilities of the post of Head of Human Resources. They are required to be familiar and work within any other statutory regulations and guidelines which place obligations on the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland. The post holder will monitor these statutory regulations and guidelines which change from time to time as new ones are introduced. In particular, the post holder will be familiar with the work within SI No. 367 of 2013, “Health Act 2007 (Care and Support of residents in Designated Centres for persons (Children and Adults with disabilities) Regulation 2013” and the Health Information and quality Authority (HIQA) Standards of July 2013.

Subject to the agreed policies and procedures of the Brothers of Charity Services, the BOCSI South East Region Head of Human Resources shall have the following duties and responsibilities:

ADVOCACY & RIGHTS

1. Promote and respect the human, legal and constitutional rights of each person supported by the Brothers of Charity Services, recognising their individuality and equality.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES

2. Manage and deliver the BOCSI South East Region Human Resources Function which will manage and coordinate the delivery of HR services for the BOCSI within the region.

3. Act as a trusted and strategic adviser to the services, partnering with the Senior Management/Leadership team to improve organisation and operational performance by delivering key strategic business plans and initiatives;

4. Work, in consultation with the National Head of Human Resources and the HR Team, in developing and implementing the strategic direction of HR in the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland.

5. Provide strategic HR direction to the BOCSI South East Region Director of Services and Management Team in the context of the overall national HR strategy.

6. Actively participate in and promote the management of change within the organisation, driving a culture of empowerment and accountability and supporting the BOCSI South East Region Senior Management Team to effect and implement strategies for change and improvements to service delivery.

7. Under the direction of the National Head of Human Resources to develop and implement, , national policies and guidelines in relation to HRM ensuring they are fully compliant with legal and regulatory requirements and codes of practice / conduct.

8. Under the direction of the National Head of Human Resources to develop and implement an overall talent management strategy, including performance management and development, talent management, workforce planning, training and development, succession planning and the recruitment and selection process.

9. As part of the HR Team to review current recruitment and selection processes, including document templates and job descriptions in order to develop and manage recruitment and selection nationally.

10. As part of the HR Team to review current line management training and the role of managers in managing and developing staff.

11. Manage and support BOCSI South East Region HR staff in their roles including continuing professional development and lead the development of the HR function in the Region

12. Provide management and oversight of key policy areas including Grievance and Disciplinary, Trust in Care, Dignity at Work, etc. within the region.

13. Enhance as appropriate the HRM operating model, monitoring HRM service delivery in the Region and providing insightful recommendation on service delivery improvements.

14. Develop, monitor and report on key performance indicators in consultation with the National Head of Human Resources and the HR Team.

15. Liaise with the HSE HRM and other statutory agencies and bodies as appropriate to establish contacts and keep abreast of emerging policy and compliance requirements.

16. Coordinate engagement with other agencies providing services to people with Intellectual Disabilities in relation to HRM matters.

17. Liaise with relevant Trade Unions, IBEC, and other appropriate bodies on matters which impact on the Region. Ensure that the Region mirrors the national position and deals with Industrial Relations issues on a national scale

18. Ensure the effectiveness of the Employee Assistance Services and review as appropriate.19. Promote a strong positive Employee Relations philosophy throughout the region.20. In consultation with the National Head of Human Resources and the HR Team review and develop new policies and procedures relating to HR for the BOCSI.

19. In consultation with the National Head of Human Resources and the HR Team review existing HR services, develop and implement plans for centralised and more efficient HR services.

20. Ensure transactional HRM services within the region are delivered in an efficient and effective manner.

21. Coordinate the sharing of information, as appropriate, throughout the Services.

22. Ensure the Services comply with all HIQA requirements in relation to HRM.

GENERAL DUTIES

23. Manage the budget allocated to the Department in accordance with good financial practice.

24. As a member of the South East Services Executive ensure that it is kept fully informed on the work and needs of the Department particularly in relation to HR matters.

25. Create and maintain a good work environment in the HR Department in keeping with the Ethos of the Brothers of Charity Services.

26. Promote open communication among staff and good levels of staff morale.

27. Ensure that good, clear and respectful communications and relationships are developed and maintained with;

· all people supported by the services

· all staff members,

· families, visitors, and other health care professionals,

· local services for persons with intellectual disabilities in the region,

· all services provided by the Brothers of Charity Services,

· statutory and voluntary groups in the area,

28. Take responsibility for identifying your own training and development needs and

communicating them to National Head of HR or delegate.

29. Attend and contribute appropriately at lectures, courses and meetings as requested and share information and knowledge gained with colleagues;

30. Attend mandatory training courses and achieve required standard;

31. Participate in working groups, both internal and external, as requested by the Director of Services or National Head of HR

HEALTH & SAFETY

32. Be conscious of health and safety matters in the work place and in particular to comply with employees’ obligations as set out in the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 and to ensure that the procedures set out in the Safety Statement are implemented at all times.

33. Be conversant with existing fire regulations and emergency procedures and participate in the implementation of same.

34. Report all matters of concern immediately to the National Head of Human Resources and the Director of Services of BOCSI South East Region.

35. Report accidents/irregularities or other matters of safety concern to the Director of Services or delegate

36. Take appropriate action in relation to incident reports which are reported to you and follow up on OLIS as required.

37. Identify risk, assess and document appropriately

FLEXIBILITY

Employees are expected to have a high level of flexibility and a willingness and ability to develop new approaches in their work. Duties and responsibilities of any post in the Services are likely to change with the ongoing needs and developments of the services. Employees will therefore be required to carry out such other duties appropriate to their employment as may be assigned to him/her from time to time.

Candidates should note that it is intended that first round interviews, for shortlisted candidates, will take place on Wednesday 17 September. Second round interviews, if required, are planned for Friday 19 September for selected candidates. Both rounds will be in-person and take place in Waterford.

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