Adoption Authority of Ireland
About the Adoption Authority of Ireland
The Adoption Authority of Ireland is an independent body established on 1 November 2010 under the Adoption Act 2010. The purpose of the Adoption Act 2010 is to improve standards in both domestic and intercountry adoption. Legal adoption was first introduced in Ireland under the 1952 Adoption Act. The 1952 Act was enacted on 1 January 1953 and the Adoption Board was established under this Act.
Our Goals
- To achieve the highest standard in the regulation and operation of adoption services in Ireland.
- To apply informed and balanced decision-making in adoption services, in accordance with national and international law and evidence-based practice.
- To inform and influence adoption policy and service delivery by reason of a practical understanding of the operations of the legislation through the provision of a comprehensive information, research and communications framework.
- To plan and implement the changes required in organisation policies and operational procedures in line with emerging legislative changes.
- To maintain an efficient, competent, accountable and learning organisation.
Post Title: Head of HR & Staff Development
Grade: Assistant Principal Officer
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
Location: Dublin 4
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and leading a team of three (3) ranging from Clerical Officer to Higher Executive Officer level, the Head of HR and Staff Development will oversee all aspects of the HR function to ensure compliance with legislative and Public Sector guidelines. They will lead strategic initiatives in recruitment, learning and development, workforce planning, policy development and employee/industrial relations. The Head of HR and Staff Development, will provide strategic leadership for the people agenda, in delivery of organisational objectives, as well as ensuring compliance with employment legislation, budget oversight and pension schemes.
Closing Date: 12pm, Thursday 22nd January 2026
How to Apply
1. Download Job Information Booklet
2. Download Application Form
3. Submit Your Application
Questions
Contact Sigmar Recruitment on publicsector@sigmar.ie
Important Application Information
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Reasonable Accommodations
Our commitment is to make any reasonable accommodation for you in the recruitment process to give you the best opportunity to perform to your optimum in the application, test, and interview process.