Regional General Manager

BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION (GALWAY + ROSCOMMON)

POST OF: PERMANENT FULL-TIME REGIONAL GENERAL MANAGER

JOB REF: 88501

MISSION

We are an inclusive, progressive organisation committed to the people we support and their right to lead full and valued lives as equal citizens. Inspired by the ethos of the Brothers of Charity we promote the values of dignity and respect for each person and we recognise the right of each person to fully participate in the cultural, spiritual and religious heritage to which they belong.

VISION

Working together we seek to create supports and to shape communities where the people we support are valued and equal citizens.

THE ROLE

The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland West Region employ in excess of 1,900 staff providing services to over 2,000 adults and children with an intellectual disability across counties Galway and Roscommon. We’re seeking a dynamic and visionary REGIONAL GENERAL MANAGER to join our Senior Management Team. The purpose of this new role is to provide strategic and operational leadership across multidisciplinary services and support systems, with specific responsibility for risk management, health and safety, and regulatory compliance. The postholder will deputise for the Director of Services and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, person-centred services aligned with national policy and organisational values.

This is an exciting new opportunity for a values-driven leader to shape the future of services and systems in the Brothers of Charity Services West Region committed to inclusion, innovation, and excellence.

Qualifications & Experience

• Level 8 qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g. social care, health services management, public administration, or business).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior leadership role within health or social care.
• Demonstrated experience in governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive strategic change.
• Strong understanding of person-centred practices and inclusive service models.
• Familiarity with HIQA, HSE, safeguarding, and data protection frameworks.
• Experience in strategic planning, service development, and project execution.
• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships with funders, regulators, staff, families, and community partners.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Competencies & Attributes

• Integrity and commitment to the values and mission of the Brothers of Charity Services.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to manage complexity, prioritise competing demands, and deliver results.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to operate with urgency and accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and lead without formal authority.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and inclusive leadership.

REPORTING/RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Services West Region

HOURS OF WORK

70 hours per fortnight based on a 5-day Monday to Friday basis. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. over 7 days as future service needs require. Flexibility may be required in order to meet Service demands.

ANNUAL LEAVE

30 days per annum.

PENSION SCHEME

The Brothers of Charity Contributory Superannuation Scheme which is linked with the Nominated Health Agencies Superannuation Scheme or Single Public Service Pension Scheme (whichever is applicable) will apply to this appointment and the person appointed will enter the said Scheme as and from the date of taking up employment.

REMUNERATION

Department of Health General Manager salary scale (1/8/25)

€85,747 x 6 increments - €106,660 per annum

TENURE OF EMPLOYMENT

The position is permanent, full-time and pensionable.

TRAVEL

The person appointed must provide his/her own car and must furnish an indemnity from Insurers in favour of the employer. Travelling expenses at the appropriate rate will be paid in respect of travel necessarily performed in the discharge of duty and in accordance with our Travel Policy.

The travel base for this purpose will be Kilcornan House, Clarinbridge, Co. Galway. This may be subject to change in the future.

PROBATION

A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probationary period may be extended at the Services’ discretion.

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.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

A short list will be made and those identified on the short list will be invited to interview. There may be a need to hold a second round of interviews, if this is the case candidates will be notified. Following interview all candidates will be notified of the outcome. The successful candidate will be made an offer and if that candidate accepts, the appointment will be made subject to the Garda vetting report.

HEALTH

The successful candidate must be free from any condition which would render him/her unsuitable to hold the appointment and must be in a state of health as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

CONFIDENTIALITY

In the course of the employment the post holder may have access to, or hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of people who are supported by the Services and/or staff, or other health service business. Such records and information are strictly confidential and, unless acting on the instructions of an authorised officer, on no account must information concerning individuals who are supported by the Services, staff, or other health services business be divulged or discussed except in the performance of normal duty. In addition, records must never be left in such a manner that unauthorised persons can obtain access to them and must be kept in safe custody when no longer required.

Please see attached Full Job Description

Closing Date for receipt of completed Application Forms/CVs is 5pm on Monday 24th November.

Interviews will likely be held the week of 8th December 2025.

Informal enquiries to Eamon Loughrey, Director of Services on +353 (0)91 721470

The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.

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