Director of Safeguarding – National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church in Ireland (NBSCCCI)
Permanent full-time position subject to six months’ probation
The National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church in Ireland (the NBSCCCI) wishes to appoint a Director of Safeguarding.
Background
The NBSCCCI assists in the development of best practice policies, procedures and practice in child safeguarding and offers advice in this area to all Church authorities, both dioceses and religious organisations. In addition, it provides relevant and extensive training in matters concerned with child safeguarding.
Scope of the Role/Key duties and responsibilities
Reporting to the CEO, the key duties and responsibilities of the role of Director of Safeguarding include:
- Offer case management advice based on best practice, in linewith civil and canon law requirements and Church policy and guidance, to Church Authorities and Safeguarding personnel.
- With the CEO and Director of Training and Support, assist in the design, implementation and evaluation of standards, policy and guidance for all aspects of safeguarding children in the Catholic Church in
- With the Director of Training and Support, assist with implementing new guidance through the provision of training and support to Church
- Be responsible for the development of a suitable methodology for reviews of safeguarding practice in Church bodies, which will include casework assessments and evaluation of practice against the Church’s
- Collate and analyse information in relation to allegations and the implementation of safeguarding policies across the Church for the NBSCCCI’s annual
- Provide support to designated personnel in member Church bodies in the delivery of high quality safeguarding children
- Work with other members of the team to develop and maintain the necessary attitudes, skills and knowledge across the Catholic Church in Ireland to keep children safe.
- Assist the CEO in working with State agencies to ensure that Church policy and guidance is in line with national legislation and requirements.
- Develop evaluation tools and report annually to the Board of Directors of the NBSCCCI on practice issues to ensure improvements and advancement of the Church’s safeguarding policies and practice.
In co-operation with the CEO, the Director of Training and Support and administrative staff ensure that the operation of the National Office is compliant with Data Protection and GDPR requirements.
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To apply, please submit your CV and Cover Letter (maximum one page) outlining how your motivation, experience and skills fit the role for the attention of the CEO of the National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church and e-mail to [email protected].
Closing date for receipt of applications: 4.00 pm on Friday 4 April 2025.
Administrative Assistant with the Irish Council for Prisoners Overseas
Full-time, permanent position (subject to a six-month probationary period)
The Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference wishes to appoint an Administrative Assistant to support the work of the Irish Council for Prisoners Overseas (ICPO). The ICPO provides information, advice and support to Irish people in prison overseas and their families.
The successful candidate’s duties will include:
- Day to day running of the office including telephone, correspondence and directing inquiries
- Managing office resources, stationary orders, information materials, photocopying and printing
- ICPO Salesforce database management
- Supporting the Coordinator in the planning and preparation of documents for Council meetings, minute taking at meetings and preparing same for circulation
- Designing and coordinating ICPO Newsletters and other materials to all clients
- Assisting the Coordinator in the preparation of annual reports, PowerPoint presentations and information resources
- Supporting the implementation of social media strategies on platforms such as Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) and updating the ICPO website, as required
Essential criteria:
- A minimum qualification at NFQ level 6, or equivalent; OR a minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a busy office environment
- A full range of secretarial skills with a high level of computer literacy and familiarity with all Microsoft Office Suite products and client management databases such as Salesforce
- Experience in Social Media platforms and Digital Marketing
- Practical working knowledge of WordPress application
Criteria may be enhanced to facilitate short-listing
The successful candidate will also have:
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills with the ability to manage high workloads, prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt proactively in a dynamic environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The capacity to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Desirable criteria:
- Have a commitment to social justice and equality
- Experience of working in a charitable or voluntary organisation
Location:
- The successful candidate will be located in the offices of the Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference, Columba Centre, St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, Co Kildare.
- The employer provides a hybrid working policy that allows for three days based in the office in Maynooth and two days working remotely per week.
- A competitive remuneration package, commensurate with experience, will apply to this appointment.
- A detailed job description is available on here.
Applicants should send a CV and covering letter with any additional relevant information to: Chief Operating Officer, Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference, Columba Centre, St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, Co Kildare W23 P6D3; or via e-mail to [email protected]
Closing date for receipt of applications: 4.00 pm on Wednesday, 2 April 2025.
