Learning & Development Manager

Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) has an opportunity for a Learning & Development Manager to join the HR team.

The purpose of this post is to deliver a new Learning & Development Strategy and training plans/interventions, that support the People & Culture Strategy, aligned to the IFI’s Statement of Strategy (2026-2030).

Reporting directly into the Head of People & Culture, this role represents an exciting opportunity for an experienced Learning & Development professional to lead the L&D function for Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI).

The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, leading and managing learning and organisational development in IFI. The successful candidate will work as part of the HR Team to deliver innovative solutions to support IFI to harness, develop and deploy its talent effectively, to achieve its strategic objectives. The focus will be on driving a high-performance culture, ensuring that all areas have the learning tools and solutions required to drive performance and achieve their objectives. These L&D Priorities and programmes are part of a new L&D Strategy approved by the Board of IFI.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of People & Culture to redesign and lead Learning & Organisational Development solutions in IFI.

ABOUT US

Inland Fisheries Ireland are the environmental agency responsible for protecting, managing and conserving Ireland's inland fisheries and sea angling resources.

More information can be found by visiting our website.

VISION, MISSION & VALUES

Vision

To place the inland fisheries resource in the best sustainable position possible for the benefit of future generations.

Mission

To protect, manage and conserve Ireland’s inland fisheries and sea angling resources and to maximize their sustainability and natural biodiversity.

Values

• We work collaboratively with professionalism

• We are open, transparent and accountable

• We act with respect and integrity

• We are committed to stewardship and sustainability

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The role of the Learning & Development Manager includes but is not limited to the following key responsibilities;

• Lead the design and execution of L&D Strategies, which support the corporate and business objectives of IFI;

• Map learning and development requirements / conduct a training needs analysis across the organisation by grade and business function, to provide a framework that supports a high-performance culture across IFI;

• Develop a learning and development framework that is aligned to the business needs (current and future) and which provides for the necessary skills and capability development across the organisation;

• Work closely with the Head of People & Culture to redesign a fit for purpose and innovative organisational performance and development system which centres learning and development at the core of the IFI PDR (Performance & Development Review);

• Support the evolution of performance management practices and conversations through the design of support tools, training and communication to embed a values-based performance culture;

• Develop and deliver leadership and management development training that supports current and future leaders in a high performing organisation;

• Support and develop our ‘People Managers’ across the organisation, so they can lead and manage teams effectively, and grow their staff to reach their full potential;

• Identify, develop and deliver innovative learning and development policies and initiatives that support talent, succession and performance management processes;

• Lead, promote and implement innovation in IFI’s field training college for seasonal staff to include the creation of efficient, comprehensive and fit for purpose training material that meets the needs of the business and IFI’s statutory/regulatory requirements;

• Review and strengthen employee induction and onboarding programmes;

• Lead the design and delivery of a learning management system (LMS), as part of a new HR Management System.

• Develop a graduate-traineeship programme in partnership with third-level educational bodies;

• Engage and work collaboratively with HR Business Partners and People Managers across the organisation in all areas of training and development;

• Accountable for the quality and implementation of all elements of Learning and Development;

• Responsible for defining, developing and reporting L&D Key Performance Indicators and metrics against best practice KPIs;

• Ensure strong management and governance around procurement and L&D Budget control to deliver value for money (VFM) and a Return on Capital Invested;

• Delivery of training to managers and staff as required;

• Curry out administrative responsibilities associated with the role

• Assist with other L&D matters and on-going projects as required;

• Support the continuous improvement of training and development programmes by keeping abreast of best practices and new trends and developments around Training and Talent Management.

Requirements

KEY SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Evidence of a strong academic background, with a minimum of a Business Degree (NFQ Level 7), in a relevant discipline such as Learning & Development, or equivalent;

• Minimum of 5 year’s relevant experience

• Full Category B driving licence that is valid in Ireland and a willingness to travel to other IFI offices and/or training venues nationwide as required;

• Excellent communication skills – both written and oral;

• Strong administrative skills are required for this position.

• Excellent IT skills in Microsoft Office suite and the proficiency to fully utilise HRMS/LMS solutions.

Desirable

• Train The Trainer Course NFQ Level 6

KEY KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

The candidate must, on the latest date for receiving applications for the role, possess

Essential

• Experience of developing and delivering L&D/HR strategies;

• Experience in course design, delivery, evaluation and reporting of training;

• Knowledge and proficiency with training task analysis and development and implementation of training effectiveness assessments;

• Proven experience of giving clear, engaging and meaningful presentations.

REMUNERATION

The salary scale for the position is at the level of Assistant Principal Officer (AP) as applies in Inland Fisheries Ireland, it is an 8 point scale including 2 long service increments (LSI’s): Point 1 €82,330.61; Point 2 €84,082.71; Point 3 €87,160.69; Point 4 €90,240.87; Point 5 €93,323.29; Point 6 €95,091.63; Point 7 (LSI 1) €98,202.85; Point 8 (LSI 2) €101,311.87

(IFI AP Grade PayScale as of 01.02.2026).

Candidates should note that salary will not be subject to negotiation and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. New entrants to the public sector will start on point 1 subject to Haddington Road Agreement and subsequent Government Agreements.

TENURE

This post is offered on a permanent contract basis.

APPLICATIONS & SELECTION PROCESS

A cover letter and up to date Curriculum Vitae should be submitted by 5.00 pm on Tuesday 26th of May 2026.

Late applications will not be processed.

Short listing will be based on information provided in the Cover Letter and CV.

Canvassing will disqualify.

Inland Fisheries Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.