Head of Human Resources

Job DescriptionHead of Human Resources Full-Time | Permanent | Senior Management Team Location: Walkinstown, Dublin 12 On Site Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Direct Reports: HR Generalist & HR Administrator About CareGivers Ireland Caregivers Ireland is a long-established Irish Home Care and Meals on Wheelsprovider, operating as a registered charity and non-profit organisation. Guided by our People First values, we deliver high-quality, person-centred services that support people to live independently, safely and with dignity in their own homes and communities. Due to continued growth and the evolving statutory home care framework, we are seeking an experienced and values-driven Head of Human Resources to join our Senior Management Team.

The Role The Head of Human Resources is a senior leadership role with overall responsibility for providing strategic direction across Human Resources and Internal Communications. Reporting directly to the CEO and as a member of the Senior Management Team, the role ensures the organisation has the people, capability, and systems required to deliver high-quality services within a regulated, values-driven environment. Working closely with the CEO, SMT, Clinical Director, Board and key external stakeholders, the Head of HR will play a critical role in organisational culture, workforce sustainability, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Governance Lead and manage the HR function, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy and values. Develop and implement the organisations HR and Internal Communications Strategy. Act as a trusted strategic advisor to the CEO and SMT on workforce, and organisational risk.

Contribute to organisational planning, and service development. Prepare HR related reports for the CEO, SMT, Board, and regulators. Attend and contribute to Board and sub-committee meetings as required People, Learning and Wellbeing Promote a positive, inclusive culture that supports engagement, and continuous improvement.

Develop and lead recruitment, workforce planning, onboarding and retention initiatives. Develop and implement learning, development, and mentoring programmes. Support staff wellbeing initiatives aligned with organisational values Employee Relations, Quality and Compliance Manage employee and industrial relations matters professionally and fairly.

Ensure compliance with employment legislation, HR and best practice. Work collaboratively with the Clinical Director and SMT to support quality systems, risk and regulatory compliance. Contribute to the ongoing development of the organisations Quality Management System.

Maintain awareness of legislative and regulatory changes and advise the CEO and SMT accordingly. Key Skills & Requirements Relevant degree and/or professional qualification in HR, Employment or related discipline. Senior HR leadership experience in a complex, regulated environment.

Proven in organisational change, culture and transformation. Strong employee and industrial relations expertise. High levelsof integrity, sound and values-based leadership.

Experience in the non-profit or charitable sector is a strong advantage Why Join Us? Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a mission-led organisation Senior leadership role with influence across people, and service delivery Strong commitment to quality, and person-centred care Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience How to Apply Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role by 4th September 2026 to We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Skills: HR Management Organisational Development Employee Relations HR Strategy Management of Performance TPBN1_IJ